Topline Management Team

Jon brings a unique blend of strategy consulting from his experience at The Boston Consulting Group and hands on operating experience from holding VP and senior marketing positions at various software companies.

Jon holds an MBA from The Kellogg School at Northwestern University and a BS in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University.

Jack brings over 25 years of hands-on technology experience managing in both start-up environments and global corporate structures, with a strong focus on product strategy, sales, marketing and business operations.

Jack holds an MBA from the Yale School of Management and a BS in Computer Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Eric brings over 20 years of technology and consulting experience to Topline Strategy. Prior to joining Topline, Eric worked at SciQuest where he was the Chief Product Officer, and at Dude Solutions where he was Senior Vice President of Vertical Product Strategy.

Eric holds an MSc in Computer Science from the Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands.

Employee Profile Video: Eric Zoetmulder

Since joining Topline in 2015, Hien has led engagements in go-to-market, investment diligence, strategic customer experience and more. Prior to Topline, she worked in applications sales at Oracle, focusing on the company’s top global strategic accounts.

Hien received her bachelor’s degree from Columbia University with Honors in Evolutionary Biology.

Employee Profile Video: Hien Truong

Jay joined Topline in 2017 and leads client engagements on a range of strategic initiatives including go-to-market planning, competitive analysis, and investment diligence. Prior to joining the firm, Jay worked in B2B sales at Yelp, quantitative research for a PE fund, and marketing and operations research at Harvard Business School.

Jay holds a master’s degree (ALM) in Finance from Harvard University and an A.B. in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Dylan joined Topline in 2015 as an intern, and after finishing his degree, returned to Topline full-time. Currently, Dylan is responsible for developing analytic tools, extracting and analyzing complex datasets, finding new ways to visualize analytic results as well as managing IT systems for the office.

Dylan graduated from Northeastern University in 2015 with a B.S. in Economics.

Cydonia graduated from Dartmouth College in 2019 with a BA in Psychology. In college, she researched Consumer Behavior at the Tuck School of Business and completed a year-long internship at a startup in Marketing and Social Media Analytics.

“Jake joined Topline in 2021 and has worked on projects focused on investor diligence, go-to-market strategy development, and customer satisfaction. Prior to consulting, Jake studied Political Science at the University of Chicago, where he was involved in political journalism and policy analysis. His work ranged from writing papers on cable news transcripts to working as a reporter in the 2020 Iowa Caucuses.”

Employee Profile Video: Jake Biderman

Mimi graduated from Brown University with a BS in Mechanical Engineering and BFA in Industrial Design. Prior to Topline, she worked at a STEM Education non-profit. Besides her work at Topline, she’s also passionate about illustration and design.

Employee Profile Video: Mimi Faulhaber

Alecia received her MSc from Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business and her BS from Tulane University. Prior to joining Topline, she held internships at IoT software startups, small-business private equity funds, and growth strategy consulting firms specializing in healthcare.

Ben graduated from Northeastern University with a BS in Industrial Engineering and an MS in Engineering Management. While at Northeastern, he completed two 6-month Co-ops, one in manufacturing at Nuvera Fuel Cells, and another in consulting at L.E.K. Consulting.

Welles graduated from Dartmouth College where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Quantitative Social Sciences.

Pierce graduated from Dartmouth College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. While at Dartmouth Pierce was on the men’s varsity tennis team, and was captain of the team in 2021/2022.

Daniel graduated from Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science in Data Science. While at Northeastern, Daniel ran the university’s deep tech incubator.

Shawn brings managerial, database/computer, and detail-oriented research experience to Topline.

Shawn holds two BS degrees from Fitchburg State University: Business Administration and Economics and a JD degree from Florida Coastal School of Law. Shawn enjoys time spent with family and friends.

Riya graduated from the University of Chicago with a BA in Economics and Public Policy. Her past professional experience lies in consulting, both for-profit and nonprofit, as well as impact investing. In her free time, she likes to write, travel, and spend time with friends!

Arthi graduated from Brown University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Business Economics and International & Public Affairs. Prior to joining Topline, she was a Teaching Assistant for Brown’s Economics department and held internships in finance and economic consulting. In her free time, Arthi enjoys hiking and baking for her friends and family.

Charlie graduated from the University of Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics in 2024. Prior to graduation, Charlie completed various internships in consulting and software development.

Judith graduated from Yale University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science. Prior to Topline, Judith interned at the Yale Center for British Art.

Brittany brings over 10 years of administrative and strategic operations management experience to Topline. She has worked in both medical and life science consulting environments with focus on internal business development and operation improvements.

She studied Criminal Justice, with a concentration in Investigative Services at the University of New Haven.

Louise brings broad operational experience to Topline. Her responsibilities include operations and management of the Finance Department, including direct management of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Billing.

Louise holds a B.S., Summa Cum Laude, in Business Studies from Southern New Hampshire University and is a member of the Advisory Board on the Heartland Renaissance Fund.

Gummy Bears, pretzels, cookies, and all different flavors of potato chips. Someone needs to make sure the office is fully stocked up, and I am just the one to do it. Woof!