TSPi
Technology Solutions Provider, Inc.
Leadership Team
Vishal Suri, Founder
Vishal founded TSPi in 2001 with the vision of building an IT firm focused on delivering solutions that accelerate customer success. He leads efforts to establish the firm’s business goals, growth strategy, and identification of emerging technologies and industry trends that impact our customers.
Prior to TSPi, Vishal was instrumental in development of web acceleration algorithms at an early-stage Intelligent Content Delivery Network startup, FastTide. He began his IT career at PSINet, a leading commercial ISP. One of his notable contributions at PSINet was the implementation of NASA’s high-volume web hosting which included Senator John Glenn’s 1998 space flight. It was a combination of the experiences gained at these positions and the world-wide IT transformation underway due to the Internet revolution that served as inspiration for him to start TSPi.
He has a varied academic background which includes a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, and Diplomas in Hotel Management and Advanced Culinary Arts.
Chris Long, Senior Vice President, Delivery and Innovation
Chris has over 25 years of management consulting and service delivery expertise in the public-sector market. At TSPi, he is focused on shaping and driving delivery of strategy and transformation solutions to our clients. He provides executive oversight for Treasury, Commerce, and Independent Agencies portfolio.
Prior to joining TSPi, Chris led business and client success for Booz Allen Hamilton in the Commerce, Homeland Security, and Treasury markets for 17 years. Focused primarily on Strategy and Modernization initiatives, Chris built, fielded and led multidisciplinary teams to tackle major new program initiatives for NTIA, FEMA, Treasury, IRS, Justice, FirstNet, and Library of Congress. In addition, he drove firm-wide capability development initiatives around transformation lifecycle and Grants Management to be deployed across all markets. Earlier in his career, Chris led SAIC’s support to EPA’s Office of Solid Waste, focusing on regulatory management and risk reduction in the Oil and Gas, Mining, and Fossil Fuel Combustion industries.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Lewis and Clark College and a Master of Science in Technology and Human Affairs from Washington University in St. Louis.
Brad Wintermute, Senior Vice President, Delivery and Growth
Over a two-decade career Brad has built a reputation as a solutions-oriented leader focused on building strong client relationships and delivering impactful results. Brad’s role at TSPi focuses on strategic direction and enabling TSPi to solve critical customer challenges. He provides executive oversight for Agriculture, Financial, Healthcare and Life Science customer portfolio.
Prior to TSPi, Brad served as the Deputy CIO for the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). In that role, he led the delivery of Information Technology which enabled the 22,000 FDA staff to meet the mission of the FDA to protect and promote the public health for the United States. He previously worked for the MITRE Corporation, a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) which provides expert consultation and analytical support to the US Federal Government. He began his career at Electronic Data Systems (EDS) where his foundation in Information Technology was established.
Brad holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Missouri State University.
Peta Leonard, Vice President, Delivery
Peta is an experienced leader with over 20 years of success driving all phases of diverse IT modernization programs, from implementing software development practices to achieving project goals and controlling costs, risks, resources, and schedule. She leads TSPi’s civilian technology innovation team with a focus on delivering transformational customer solutions and managing corporate growth initiatives.
Supporting federal clients for over 20 years, Peta has delivered thought leadership and specialized technology innovation to the Departments of Agriculture, Justice, and the General Services Administration. Peta is a recognized executive leader with extensive experience delivering Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Agile development methodologies. Peta has also directly worked in the first responder community, supporting state and local law enforcement officials with advanced crime prevention and predictive analytics techniques.
Peta holds a Bachelors Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Griffith University and a Masters of Business Administration from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. She is a recipient of the 2021 Leading for Impact, Women in Leadership Award.
Greg Dupier, Vice President, Technology and Innovation
Greg has over 20 years of technology consulting and mission solutions delivery experience in the public and private sectors. At TSPi, he is focused on shaping and delivering IT Modernization and Digital Transformation solutions to our clients. In this role, Greg works closely with mission owners and CxO’s in the development and execution of architectures, systems and platforms that enable innovative mission data and enterprise operations within organizations.
Prior to joining TSPi, Greg led the development and implementation of innovative IT modernization and data-driven solutions for 15+ years. In this role he worked directly with both commercial and federal (civil, defense and national security) clients to develop and operate data platforms and analytics that delivered demonstrable ROI. Before his time at Booz Allen Hamilton, Greg worked in both the commercial telecom sector at Qwest Communications leading the development of their customer financial systems and as a federal employee in the Office of the CIO at the U.S. Department of Justice.
Greg holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Decision Sciences from Carnegie Mellon University.
Paul Maher, Vice President, Delivery
Paul has over 30 years of experience as a solution architect and program manager for a variety of public-sector clients. At TSPi he is focused on driving strategy, growth, and delivery in IT Modernization efforts to our clients. In this role, Paul and his team work closely with clients to implement modernized, cloud-based solutions to better serve the public. He also leads efforts to drive the adoption of scaled agile solutions that ultimately deliver increased business value to client organizations.
Before joining TSPi, Paul led a portfolio of technology modernization programs at Booz Allen Hamilton, including implementing new case management and cloud-based solutions for clients such as the United States Patent and Trademark Office, the National Science Foundation, the Department of Commerce (NTIA), and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. He led and advised clients and delivery teams through IT modernization efforts to increase efficiency, agility, and the delivery of business value. Paul began his career as a Federal employee at the US Office of Personnel Management (OPM), where he was responsible for identifying and implementing technologies to improve the efficiency of retirement case management and customer service.
Paul is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from the University of Dayton.
Michael S. Kleeblatt, Vice President
Mike brings over 20 years of support to the U.S. Federal Market in a wide variety of Business Development, Sales, Capture and Proposal Leadership. At TSPi, Mike will support a variety of growth initiatives and drive expansion into new markets
Mike’s diverse background includes supporting traditional Civilian and Defense Agencies with both Information Technology and Professional Services. Having previously served in leadership roles at Booz Allen Hamilton and Accenture Federal Services, as well as Amyx and MindPetal, Mike brings the best of both Large and Small Business experience.
Mike holds a Bachelors of Science Degree from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA. When not working, Mike can be found at one of his three kids sporting events, with his wife Katie, and his dog Piper.
Gregory Lyttle, Vice President
Greg plays a pivotal role in driving TSPi's success and has a proven track record in leadership, operations, and strategic management. He combines a strong background in financial management and compliance with a keen ability to optimize operational processes for maximum efficiency. Greg leads strategic initiatives, shapes the company's vision, and collaborates closely with the executive team to drive sustained growth and profitability. He also fosters a culture of excellence, teamwork, and innovation within TSPi.
Prior to joining TSPi, Greg supported multiple client-facing projects with Booz Allen Hamilton and PotomacWave Consulting leading financial management and accounting initiatives with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate.
Greg holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Florida and is a Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) with the Association of Government Accountants (AGA).
Raymond Good, Senior Director
Ray brings more than three decades of federal‑sector expertise, with the last twenty years devoted to capturing and converting complex IT solutions into winning proposals. As the leader of proposal development at TSPi, he shapes competitive strategies, orchestrates high‑performing proposal efforts, and ensures each bid clearly translates technical innovation into customer value. He launched his career as a software engineer at SRA International, Inc., delivering mission‑critical systems for civil, defense, and health agencies as well as commercial clients. After pivoting to business development, Ray has led capture and proposal organizations for billion dollar government integrators and agile small businesses alike, consistently producing high‑scoring, multimillion‑dollar winning submissions.
Ray earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from William & Mary and a Master of Science in Computer Science from The George Washington University. Outside the office, he recharges at the beach with his wife, Barbara; their seven children; four grandchildren; and two dogs, Kiwi and Ella.
Nina Chavez, Director
Over her career, Nina has established herself as a strategic and results-driven leader, known for guiding large-scale IT modernization initiatives and fostering strong partnerships across government and industry. At TSPi, Nina provides executive oversight for federal programs, focusing on enabling agencies to achieve mission outcomes through Agile transformation, cloud modernization, and data-driven decision-making. Before transitioning to federal contracting, Nina worked with local and state agencies implementing emergency call routing solutions for dispatch centers, improving response times and operational efficiency. Her experience spans program management, business development, and operational leadership, with a proven track record of driving efficiency and measurable value for government clients.
Jake Zebell, Director
Jake brings over 20 years of experience in federal and state IT leadership, specializing in strategic delivery, enterprise architecture, and innovation. As a Director and Senior Architect at TSPi, he leads solution development for federal proposals and technical accelerators, while advising delivery initiatives through TSPi’s SAFe Center of Excellence. With a technical background spanning enterprise architecture, security, privacy, UI/UX, and application development, Jake blends deep technical expertise with agile transformation to deliver scalable, mission-focused solutions that drive modernization, enhance user experience, and meet evolving federal requirements. Before joining TSPi, Jake held leadership roles at USDA, serving as Section Chief for NRCS/FPAC and Director of Application Development for APHIS Wildlife Services and MRP. He led agile delivery teams, federal staff, and contractors, while also serving as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). Throughout his federal career, Jake was recognized for bridging technology, operations, and stakeholder engagement in complex, mission-driven environments.
A US Navy Veteran, Jake holds PMP and SAFe SPC certifications and earned his Bachelor of Science in Information Sciences.
Katelyn Vaughan, Director
Katelyn brings over 17 years of experience in human resources, with expertise spanning talent management, employee relations, workforce planning, organizational development, and benefits administration. In her role as HR Director, she has led strategic initiatives in policy development, performance management, compliance, and leadership training, partnering closely with executives and managers to align people strategy with business goals. Katelyn is recognized for building high-performing, employee-centered cultures that drive retention, engagement, and organizational growth.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in History and two Master’s degrees in History from Hood College, as well as professional credentials including Professional in Human Resources – International (PHRi) and Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from HRCI, and a Google Analytics Professional Certificate. Her blend of strategic vision, analytical ability, and HR leadership experience positions her to deliver both operational excellence and long-term workforce development.
Daren Arnold, Director
Daren is a Solution Architect, Developer, and Technical Team Lead with more than 25 years of experience designing, modernizing, and maintaining complex hardware and software systems. He brings deep expertise in enterprise integration, cloud architecture, and DevSecOps methodologies, with a proven record of delivering secure and scalable solutions for federal agencies and enterprise clients.
Currently serving as a MuleSoft Integration Architect at TSPi, Daren leads the design and implementation of integration solutions on the MuleSoft Anypoint Platform. He has spearheaded projects ranging from legacy SOAP-to-REST API conversions to ServiceNow integrations and cloud-native application migrations.
Daren holds a B.S. in Computer Science from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and is certified as a MuleSoft Platform Architect.
Jeff Whitley, Director
Jeff has over 25 years of experience in healthcare analytics in the public and private sectors. At TSPi, he manages the data science and analytics team, leads technical modernization efforts involving AI and data ecosystems, and serves in technical quality reviewer and data product leadership roles for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) contracts. Prior to joining TSPi and Abt Global, Jeff served in various leadership roles in the areas of data science and analytics, resource management, quality measurement, business intelligence, informatics program management, data product management, and research at Mathematica, Health Services Advisory Group, and General Dynamics Information Technology.
Jeff holds a Master of Science Degree in Computer Science and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Towson University and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
Robert McCord, Advisor
Robert (Bob) McCord serves on the TSPi Board of Advisors. His advisory role focuses on TSPi’s corporate growth and strategic initiatives. Bob brings extensive experience in both federal healthcare and technology markets. He has successfully managed corporate recapitalization efforts and overseen significant growth with several businesses in the federal consulting market, most recently as President and Chief Operating Officer at Octo Consulting. Bob currently serves as the President and COO of CNSI leading all operational and delivery responsibilities.