We support governments with software and solutions they need to accomplish more.

With a track record as a trusted advisor at the state and local levels, Paul leads the operations, strategy and growth of Avenu.

Paul previously served as President and COO at Library Systems & Services, as well as President of Appriss — where his strategic vision led to the portfolio revenue growth and diversification. Before Appriss, Paul was Vice President of Convergys Global Business Unit, managing client services programs in government, automotive, and transportation markets.

Paul earned his bachelor’s degree from Seton Hall University and his MBA from Strayer University. And as part of his ongoing commitment to serving state and local communities nationwide, he serves on the Blessings in a Backpack National Board, Vehicle Management Solutions & Prince William County Service Authority.

Carl is a seasoned financial executive with more than 30 years of experience in auditing, budgeting, internal controls, and mergers & acquisitions.  He has worked across a wide range of verticals giving him in-depth industry experience in technology, professional services, telecommunications, publishing, and government contracting.

Carl is a nationally recognized speaker on Acquisition Due Diligence, Internal Audit Best Practices and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) Act of 2002 which is a law the U.S. Congress passed increase corporate responsibility and protect investors from fraudulent financial reporting by corporations.

Prior to Avenu, Carl held positions as the CFO for Contegix Inc. and as the Principal for Integral Financial Group. Carl holds a B.B.A., in Accounting from the College of William and Mary and is a licensed CPA in the State of Virginia.

April develops, implements, and executes all of Avenu’s human resources strategies in support of the company’s annual business objectives and strategic long-range plan.

She brings more than 10 years of human resources experience to this position, with previous work in the software, communications, and federal contracting industries. In particular, April has developed expertise in orientation and on-boarding, regulatory compliance, risk management, staff coaching, employee relations, and facilitating training initiatives.

With a team-oriented approach and an open-door policy, April has successfully fostered an engaged and educated team that is primed for driving results for our clients.

A seasoned executive with expertise in sales, business development, and partner management, Michael brings over 20 years of leadership experience in growing technology and SaaS organizations with a track record that speaks to his commitment to people and adoption of disruptive technology in both turn-around and high-growth situations.

Previously, Michael was the Head of Sales and Business Development for SAP, a market leader in enterprise application software, where he was responsible for driving the training and adoption strategy, line of business profitability and customers success in the US, Canada and Latin America. Prior to that he served as the Senior Vice President of Sales and Market Development at eLynx. In this role, he successfully developed growth strategies for the business through applying customer-driven innovation for both existing and new market opportunities.

Throughout his career, Michael has been known to build teams that are recognized in the industry for being trusted advisors who place a high priority on helping customers become well-run organizations. Michael lives in Reno, Nevada with his wife Tracey, 16-year-old son Aiden and 14-year-old daughter Kate.

Mike is an award-winning leader known for his strategic and operational excellence, improving morale, streamlining operational processes, and increasing customer satisfaction. He has extensive experience transforming and optimizing services and solutions designed for international, federal, state and local governments.

Prior to his current position Mike held senior positions for CentralSquare Technologies, Banjo LLC, and was the Chief Executive Officer of the First Responder Network Authority, an independent Authority in the federal government tasked to build, operate and maintain the first high-speed, nationwide wireless broadband network dedicated to public safety.

As Vice President and General Manager at Hewlett Packard and Northrop Grumman he also led organizations focused on developing and delivering mission critical public safety and administrative solutions to government.

He holds a BS in Criminal Justice and a Master’s in Public Administration degree from Arizona State University. He has completed executive certifications from the University of Virginia-Darden and the University of Chicago-Booth and received numerous awards including Executive of the Year and Top Executives to watch.

Karen Miller-Kuwana brings a wealth of legal and contracts expertise to Avenu as the Vice President of Contracts and Administration. She is responsible for driving the company’s strategic contract initiatives and ensuring alignment with Avenu’s critical business objectives. Karen’s extensive legal background allows her to navigate complex negotiations and develop innovative solutions to complicated contract challenges. Her ability to lead contract initiatives and drive results, combined with her analytical and leadership skills, are a major factor in ensuring the successful execution of Avenu’s contract operations.

Greg Graham is a seasoned technology executive with a passion for innovation and a proven track record of delivering results. As the Chief Technology Officer of Avenu, he is responsible for driving the company’s technology strategy and ensuring that it aligns with the overall business objectives. Greg’s experience provides him with a deep understanding of cutting-edge technologies as well as the technology landscape for the public sector. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated his ability to lead large-scale technology initiatives and drive innovation, while ensuring that they are delivered on time and within budget. Greg’s expertise and leadership will be instrumental in driving the continued success of Avenu’s technology initiatives.