Staff

Richard Merlino, MBA, is a seasoned financial professional known for his ability to provide clear strategic guidance and deliver measurable results. Drawing on a robust financial background, Richard helps clients achieve their goals through strategic planning, financial oversight, and process optimization. With a career spanning multiple industries, Richard has a proven history of managing large-scale […]

Tanner Elliotte has spent most of his career in the Government Contracting industry, where he leads clients through the financial, regulatory, and compliance requirements of complex federal programs across DoD and HHS. He has extensive knowledge of federal cost principles under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), 2 CFR 200, and solicitation-specific agency guidance to ensure

Flavio Carpio is experienced in government contracting, having recently served as the financial point of contact for the Metals Affordability Initiative III program. His portfolio included accounting and financial services for metallurgical research and development programs as well as OCONUS programs. Over the past 6 years, he has worked with DLA, AFRL, NIWC, USAF, USACE,

Jennie Shuman holds a Ph.D. in Microbe-Host Interactions. Her technical background is in the host response to bacterial infections, including the immune response, chronic inflammation, and carcinogenesis. She performed her graduate studies in the laboratory of Dr. Tim Cover at Vanderbilt University. She joined the EverGlade team as a Consultant and specializes in technical writing

Max Higgins is a finance and accounting professional with a strong track record of guiding organizations through complex technical projects. His broad experience includes working with information technology, healthcare, aerospace & defense, retail, small business and technology industries. Mr. Higgins possesses a solid foundation in project management, client success, and accounting. Throughout his career, he

Alexis Blumenthal is a recent graduate from the University of Maryland and a new addition to the EverGlade team. She has a strong foundation in operational efficiency, financial planning, and client-focused strategies. Alexis previously gained experience in supply chain operations and wealth management, where she assisted in creating financial plans, managing account processes, and optimizing

Mary Chalkley holds a Ph.D. in Cell & Developmental Biology from Vanderbilt University, with a technical background in the development of the nervous system, cell signaling pathways, innovative stem cell and organoid technologies, and neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders. At EverGlade Consulting, she applies her scientific expertise to support technical aspects of the proposal and post award phases for work with government agencies. She further

Parker is a finance and analytics professional with a background in financial analysis and data-driven problem solving. He studied Finance at The Citadel with a minor in Data Analysis, where he built a strong foundation in quantitative analysis and practical modeling. During his time at The Citadel, Parker served in leadership roles within student organizations,

Sirena Tran earned her Ph.D. in Microbe-Host Interactions from Dr. Tim Cover’s lab at Vanderbilt University, where her research in microbial pathogenesis led to multiple peer-reviewed publications and recognition for her scientific contributions, including the Best Oral Presentation award at an international conference. Her technical expertise focuses on unraveling the molecular mechanisms of bacterial pathogenesis,