Christopher MacNeel

CEO @ Professor Mac LLC

Christopher MacNeel is a seasoned data and AI strategist with over 15 years of experience across analytics, engineering, and architecture. As the former COO of Freya Systems—a company known for delivering AI-driven insights in defense aviation, commercial aviation, and municipal infrastructure—he built high-performing teams and delivered award‑winning solutions recognized by Drexel’s LeBow Analytics 50 Award for two consecutive years. Chris also serves as an adjunct professor at Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, teaching business analytics, and has guest lectured at American University. His passion for teaching underpins a broader commitment to connecting complex domains into actionable intelligence—he’s often described as a “jack of all trades” who bridges disciplines to solve real-world challenges Most recently, Chris launched his own consultancy focused on delivering affordable, scalable data solutions for small businesses. Drawing on his deep expertise in architecture, engineering, and AI, he helps organizations build modern data infrastructure, automate analytics workflows, and securely move to the cloud. His mission is to make powerful data tools—once reserved for enterprise budgets—accessible to small teams, enabling them to make smarter decisions, faster.

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