A culture of innovation, inclusion, and driving people toward their personal passions—which includes developing available career paths within the business, and giving our employees a platform to share ideas, problems, and solutions.
We are a company built for change, eager to provide efficiency, and prove that taking risks was a crucial part of our future success.
Bill Rieders
Chief Executive Officer
Bill Rieders
Chief Executive Officer
Joined Infobase in 2024.
Bill is a proven visionary, results-driven leader across Education, Workforce, and Information businesses, where he has driven substantial growth, transformation, and operational excellence across K–12, Higher Ed, and Corporate. Bill has held leadership roles including CEO/Founder of Meteor Learning, President of Nelson Education, Executive Vice President of Cengage Learning, and Partner of The Parthenon Group (now part of Ernst & Young). Most recently, Bill sold Meteor to Noodle and was retained post-sale as Chief of Partner Solutions. Across these roles, Bill has focused on building high-performing teams and driving meaningful innovation within legacy markets. Accomplishments include the creation and scaling of a unique online skills-based learning model, leading the shift from print to digital textbooks with MindTap as a next-generation solution, and creating a first-of-its-kind direct-to-consumer channel for learning materials. Bill is excited to take the helm of Infobase, where he will focus on the opportunity to leverage reputable legacy brands to drive strong outcomes for customers and learners.
Bill received his B.A. from Connecticut College, and his Masters of Industrial Administration (MBA) from Carnegie Mellon University. Bill currently serves on the Board of The May Institute, a national leader in the field of applied behavioral analysis. Bill has also served on the Boards of IMS (1EdTech) and Coursesmart, where he played a prominent role in developing and distributing educational technology standards and accelerating online learning.
Bill is a proven visionary, results-driven leader across Education, Workforce, and Information businesses, where he has driven substantial growth, transformation, and operational excellence across K–12, Higher Ed, and Corporate. Bill has held leadership roles including CEO/Founder of Meteor Learning, President of Nelson Education, Executive Vice President of Cengage Learning, and Partner of The Parthenon Group (now part of Ernst & Young). Most recently, Bill sold Meteor to Noodle and was retained post-sale as Chief of Partner Solutions. Across these roles, Bill has focused on building high-performing teams and driving meaningful innovation within legacy markets. Accomplishments include the creation and scaling of a unique online skills-based learning model, leading the shift from print to digital textbooks with MindTap as a next-generation solution, and creating a first-of-its-kind direct-to-consumer channel for learning materials. Bill is excited to take the helm of Infobase, where he will focus on the opportunity to leverage reputable legacy brands to drive strong outcomes for customers and learners.
Bill received his B.A. from Connecticut College, and his Masters of Industrial Administration (MBA) from Carnegie Mellon University. Bill currently serves on the Board of The May Institute, a national leader in the field of applied behavioral analysis. Bill has also served on the Boards of IMS (1EdTech) and Coursesmart, where he played a prominent role in developing and distributing educational technology standards and accelerating online learning.
Neil Hamilton
Chief Financial Officer
Neil Hamilton
Chief Financial Officer
Joined Infobase in 2023.
Neil started his career at PwC in the Assurance practice, where his primary focus was on audits of publicly traded companies. In 2015, he left PwC to join Lasership, Inc as its Corporate Controller. After helping take Lasership through a sale, Neil joined CIBT, Inc as its Global Corporate Controller and VP of Finance. Neil departed CIBT to start his own CFO and Controller Advisory Services firm, NH Consulting, Inc. Neil put the consulting firm on hold for the great opportunity of Infobase. He has over fifteen years of experience in finance and accounting.
Neil received his BS in Business Administration and Accounting from Christopher Newport University and his Masters in Accounting from the College of William and Mary. He is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner. Neil also has obtained his Masters in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland.
Neil started his career at PwC in the Assurance practice, where his primary focus was on audits of publicly traded companies. In 2015, he left PwC to join Lasership, Inc as its Corporate Controller. After helping take Lasership through a sale, Neil joined CIBT, Inc as its Global Corporate Controller and VP of Finance. Neil departed CIBT to start his own CFO and Controller Advisory Services firm, NH Consulting, Inc. Neil put the consulting firm on hold for the great opportunity of Infobase. He has over fifteen years of experience in finance and accounting.
Neil received his BS in Business Administration and Accounting from Christopher Newport University and his Masters in Accounting from the College of William and Mary. He is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Fraud Examiner. Neil also has obtained his Masters in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland.
David Schroeter
Executive Vice President, Sales
David Schroeter
Executive Vice President, Sales
Joined Infobase in 2024.
David has 20+ years of experience leading sales teams in the education technology industry. His experience includes time at ProQuest; Gale, a Cengage Learning company; Follett School Solutions, and XanEdu Publishing. His strategic approach, creative thinking, and strong execution led to positive financial results for each of those organizations and to increasing levels of responsibilities.
David has a bachelor’s degree from University of Toledo and a master’s from Eastern Michigan University.
At Infobase, David is responsible for leading the new Sales and Customer Success teams by ensuring they have the tools, skills, and training they need in order to be successful with their responsibilities.
David lives in Ann Arbor, MI, with his wife, Melissa. Together they enjoy fall afternoons at the University of Michigan football games and love to travel.
David has 20+ years of experience leading sales teams in the education technology industry. His experience includes time at ProQuest; Gale, a Cengage Learning company; Follett School Solutions, and XanEdu Publishing. His strategic approach, creative thinking, and strong execution led to positive financial results for each of those organizations and to increasing levels of responsibilities.
David has a bachelor’s degree from University of Toledo and a master’s from Eastern Michigan University.
At Infobase, David is responsible for leading the new Sales and Customer Success teams by ensuring they have the tools, skills, and training they need in order to be successful with their responsibilities.
David lives in Ann Arbor, MI, with his wife, Melissa. Together they enjoy fall afternoons at the University of Michigan football games and love to travel.
Kari Houle
Chief Product Officer
Kari Houle
Chief Product Officer
Joined Infobase in 2020.
Kari has over 20 years of experience supporting customers across varying products and markets, with 10+ years dedicated to the educational technology sector. During her time in ed tech, Kari and her teams have successfully helped thousands of educational institutions achieve their goals through the strategic implementation of technology resources and solutions.
As Infobase's Chief Product Officer, Kari drives product excellence and vision across our diverse markets. This strategy helps shape the development of impactful platforms, tools, and content that align to help address the ever-evolving needs of our partners’ students, educators, and communities.
Kari lives in central Minnesota with her family. When not working, you will most likely find her at a hockey arena cheering on her three children, each of whom play the sport year-round.
Kari has over 20 years of experience supporting customers across varying products and markets, with 10+ years dedicated to the educational technology sector. During her time in ed tech, Kari and her teams have successfully helped thousands of educational institutions achieve their goals through the strategic implementation of technology resources and solutions.
As Infobase's Chief Product Officer, Kari drives product excellence and vision across our diverse markets. This strategy helps shape the development of impactful platforms, tools, and content that align to help address the ever-evolving needs of our partners’ students, educators, and communities.
Kari lives in central Minnesota with her family. When not working, you will most likely find her at a hockey arena cheering on her three children, each of whom play the sport year-round.
Dan Powell
Chief Technology Officer
Dan Powell
Chief Technology Officer
Joined Infobase in 2018.
Dan Powell has over 25 years of management, architecture, and development experience. He has spent most of his career solving large-scale data problems, focusing on high-volume data processing, analytics, content management, and publishing for web and mobile applications in the education and health care industries. He has previously served in leadership positions at Credo Reference, NimblyWise, and a variety of companies in health care and other industries ranging from startups to large public enterprises.
At Infobase, Dan is responsible for the high quality, performance, and reliability of the software development, architecture, and operations of all Infobase products..
Dan lives in Boston, Massachusetts, and is a book collector and competitive runner.
Dan Powell has over 25 years of management, architecture, and development experience. He has spent most of his career solving large-scale data problems, focusing on high-volume data processing, analytics, content management, and publishing for web and mobile applications in the education and health care industries. He has previously served in leadership positions at Credo Reference, NimblyWise, and a variety of companies in health care and other industries ranging from startups to large public enterprises.
At Infobase, Dan is responsible for the high quality, performance, and reliability of the software development, architecture, and operations of all Infobase products..
Dan lives in Boston, Massachusetts, and is a book collector and competitive runner.
ERIC STUTZKE
Senior Vice President & General Manager, Vault
ERIC STUTZKE
Senior Vice President & General Manager, Vault
Over 20 years of operational and financial experience across publicly traded and startup companies.
Prior CEO of SaaS online recruiting platform; led acquisition to Nasdaq traded company.
Former head of external financial reporting and director of investor relations for $6 billion market cap company.
Married and lives in Bergen County NJ with 3 kids and a Shih-tzu named Champ.
Enjoys boating, fishing, and can always be found watching his kids compete on a field.
Prior CEO of SaaS online recruiting platform; led acquisition to Nasdaq traded company.
Former head of external financial reporting and director of investor relations for $6 billion market cap company.
Married and lives in Bergen County NJ with 3 kids and a Shih-tzu named Champ.
Enjoys boating, fishing, and can always be found watching his kids compete on a field.
Chris Guzek
General Manager, CareerEco
Chris Guzek
General Manager, CareerEco
Joined Infobase in 2023
Chris Guzek has over 15 years of experience supporting, education, government for and non–profit companies in their mission of utilizing best in breed technology to achieve their goals.
A graduate of James Madison University, Chris brings his years of experience and customer centric approach to the process and programs that make partners he and his teams support successful.
As Infobase’s General Manager for the CareerEco business, Chris will be responsible for ensuring CareerEco expands its current footprint in the career and admissions space providing best in breed technology to support the virtual recruitment goals for the current and future organizations CareerEco partners with. Focusing on retaining and expanding within not just the University space but also State and Local and Industry supporting Associations.
When he’s not ensuring CareerEco clients are successful, Chris spends his time raising 4 kids, 2 dogs, and 12 chickens with his wife in Culpeper, Virginia and can be found either in the mountains hiking or fly fishing.
Chris Guzek has over 15 years of experience supporting, education, government for and non–profit companies in their mission of utilizing best in breed technology to achieve their goals.
A graduate of James Madison University, Chris brings his years of experience and customer centric approach to the process and programs that make partners he and his teams support successful.
As Infobase’s General Manager for the CareerEco business, Chris will be responsible for ensuring CareerEco expands its current footprint in the career and admissions space providing best in breed technology to support the virtual recruitment goals for the current and future organizations CareerEco partners with. Focusing on retaining and expanding within not just the University space but also State and Local and Industry supporting Associations.
When he’s not ensuring CareerEco clients are successful, Chris spends his time raising 4 kids, 2 dogs, and 12 chickens with his wife in Culpeper, Virginia and can be found either in the mountains hiking or fly fishing.
Eva Gilbreath
Vice President of Human Resources
Eva Gilbreath
Vice President of Human Resources
Joined Infobase in 2023.
Eva is an accomplished human resources professional offering over 20 years of HR leadership and subject matter expertise, with demonstrated success implementing best practices and establishing effective HR departments and functionality from the ground up. Eva is known for approaching the HR discipline with common sense, humor, and grace, building trust at all levels, achieving results, and loyally supporting company goals and objectives.
As Infobase’s VP, Human Resources, Eva is responsible for aligning HR practices with the company’s overall business strategy while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
Eva lives with her family in a small town on the outskirts of Houston, TX. When she’s not working, Eva enjoys offshore fishing and golfing with her husband and supporting her youngest daughter in her various activities, including softball and FFA.
Eva is an accomplished human resources professional offering over 20 years of HR leadership and subject matter expertise, with demonstrated success implementing best practices and establishing effective HR departments and functionality from the ground up. Eva is known for approaching the HR discipline with common sense, humor, and grace, building trust at all levels, achieving results, and loyally supporting company goals and objectives.
As Infobase’s VP, Human Resources, Eva is responsible for aligning HR practices with the company’s overall business strategy while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
Eva lives with her family in a small town on the outskirts of Houston, TX. When she’s not working, Eva enjoys offshore fishing and golfing with her husband and supporting her youngest daughter in her various activities, including softball and FFA.
Lesley Weller
Vice President of Marketing
Lesley Weller
Vice President of Marketing
Joined Infobase in 2023
Lesley is an experienced marketing leader with a successful track record leading both large and mid-sized marketing teams across multiple market sectors. She brings to Infobase a deep expertise in areas including digital marketing, brand and corporate identity programs, on- and off-line advertising, strategic communications, and sales support/lead generation via social, search, and targeted campaigns.
As Infobase’s VP of Marketing, Lesley leads the acceleration and expansion of communication programs to educate and inform customers and the market with educational content for all markets. She is focused on developing effective marketing strategies that align with Infobase’s business goals to ensure that the Marketing department’s activities contribute to the company’s long-term success.
Lesley lives in Massachusetts and is an avid gardener and beachcomber and occasional open water swimmer.
Lesley is an experienced marketing leader with a successful track record leading both large and mid-sized marketing teams across multiple market sectors. She brings to Infobase a deep expertise in areas including digital marketing, brand and corporate identity programs, on- and off-line advertising, strategic communications, and sales support/lead generation via social, search, and targeted campaigns.
As Infobase’s VP of Marketing, Lesley leads the acceleration and expansion of communication programs to educate and inform customers and the market with educational content for all markets. She is focused on developing effective marketing strategies that align with Infobase’s business goals to ensure that the Marketing department’s activities contribute to the company’s long-term success.
Lesley lives in Massachusetts and is an avid gardener and beachcomber and occasional open water swimmer.
Denise Veal
Senior Director of Partnerships
Denise Veal
Senior Director of Partnerships
Joined Infobase in 2021
Denise has spent her entire career supporting educators and students by providing high-quality resources and proven ed tech solutions. From project managing the first library automation implementations in the Southeast 30 years ago, to creating online original and credit recovery programs, to enriching traditional and remote learning environments, Denise’s mission to impact teaching and learning continues here at Infobase. Teaching skipped a generation in her family; she was raised by a teacher, and she raised a teacher. Denise believes her contribution is not teaching in a classroom like her mother and daughter, but promoting student success by providing empowering, engaging tools to positively impact teaching and learning. Denise encourages her team to first listen and understand the unique needs of each education partner before offering a sustainable, affordable solution. She has a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and Political Science from Georgia College and State University, located in Milledgeville, Georgia, where she lives with her husband of 36 years. When Denise is not working, she spends her time with her two grandchildren, Sadie and Harris, and tending to her new family members, four miniature donkeys, two miniature cows, four ducks, and six chickens.
Denise lives in Milledgeville, Georgia, on her 200-acre farm with her family and livestock.
Denise has spent her entire career supporting educators and students by providing high-quality resources and proven ed tech solutions. From project managing the first library automation implementations in the Southeast 30 years ago, to creating online original and credit recovery programs, to enriching traditional and remote learning environments, Denise’s mission to impact teaching and learning continues here at Infobase. Teaching skipped a generation in her family; she was raised by a teacher, and she raised a teacher. Denise believes her contribution is not teaching in a classroom like her mother and daughter, but promoting student success by providing empowering, engaging tools to positively impact teaching and learning. Denise encourages her team to first listen and understand the unique needs of each education partner before offering a sustainable, affordable solution. She has a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and Political Science from Georgia College and State University, located in Milledgeville, Georgia, where she lives with her husband of 36 years. When Denise is not working, she spends her time with her two grandchildren, Sadie and Harris, and tending to her new family members, four miniature donkeys, two miniature cows, four ducks, and six chickens.
Denise lives in Milledgeville, Georgia, on her 200-acre farm with her family and livestock.
Sujay Darji
Director of International Sales
Sujay Darji
Director of International Sales
Joined Infobase in 2022
Sujay Darji is the Director of International Sales with 13+ years’ experience working in Edtech and another 5+ working in health care technology. His role entails supporting Infobase’s growth in all markets outside of the United States. Sujay has a long successful tenure as a sales professional working with brands such as McKesson, Dell, Microsoft, Films On Demand, Credo Reference, Facts On File, and Anthology. In addition to supporting and presenting at major industry events such as the Charleston Conference, American Library Association, and Computers in Libraries, Sujay works tirelessly to help organizations meet the needs of today's challenges by listening, understanding, and finding creative solutions to support short- and long-term goals.
Sujay performed undergraduate work at The Ohio State University and ultimately received a Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science & Information Systems from Stockton University. Fueled by a desire to grow, he continued his education with two MBAs from Drexel University: Entrepreneurship and Management Information Systems.
Sujay resides in Southern New Jersey and enjoys spending time with his wife and children, hiking, kayaking, playing and watching just about every sport, and is passionate about all Philadelphia area sports teams.
Sujay Darji is the Director of International Sales with 13+ years’ experience working in Edtech and another 5+ working in health care technology. His role entails supporting Infobase’s growth in all markets outside of the United States. Sujay has a long successful tenure as a sales professional working with brands such as McKesson, Dell, Microsoft, Films On Demand, Credo Reference, Facts On File, and Anthology. In addition to supporting and presenting at major industry events such as the Charleston Conference, American Library Association, and Computers in Libraries, Sujay works tirelessly to help organizations meet the needs of today's challenges by listening, understanding, and finding creative solutions to support short- and long-term goals.
Sujay performed undergraduate work at The Ohio State University and ultimately received a Bachelor’s of Science in Computer Science & Information Systems from Stockton University. Fueled by a desire to grow, he continued his education with two MBAs from Drexel University: Entrepreneurship and Management Information Systems.
Sujay resides in Southern New Jersey and enjoys spending time with his wife and children, hiking, kayaking, playing and watching just about every sport, and is passionate about all Philadelphia area sports teams.
Callie Castles
Senior Director of Customer Success
Callie Castles
Senior Director of Customer Success
Joined Infobase in 2021
Callie Castles is a seasoned professional with over a decade of extensive experience in driving SaaS customer success initiatives. Since assuming the role of Director of Customer Success, Callie has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in navigating complex onboarding processes and fostering enduring customer relationships. Her portfolio boasts successful management of numerous large-scale implementations, including statewide rollouts and partnerships with some of the nation's most prominent institutions.
With a profound understanding of leadership dynamics and customer-centric strategies, Callie has consistently delivered exemplary support and engagement to a diverse clientele. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Education from Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, PA, where she earned her PA Teaching Certificate. She furthered her expertise by completing the White Belt level of SixSigma, showcasing her dedication to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Callie lives in Scranton, PA. Outside of work, you will find Callie outside chasing her two sons or reading a good book.
Callie Castles is a seasoned professional with over a decade of extensive experience in driving SaaS customer success initiatives. Since assuming the role of Director of Customer Success, Callie has demonstrated exceptional proficiency in navigating complex onboarding processes and fostering enduring customer relationships. Her portfolio boasts successful management of numerous large-scale implementations, including statewide rollouts and partnerships with some of the nation's most prominent institutions.
With a profound understanding of leadership dynamics and customer-centric strategies, Callie has consistently delivered exemplary support and engagement to a diverse clientele. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Education from Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, PA, where she earned her PA Teaching Certificate. She furthered her expertise by completing the White Belt level of SixSigma, showcasing her dedication to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Callie lives in Scranton, PA. Outside of work, you will find Callie outside chasing her two sons or reading a good book.