Our Mission
Improve the efficacy of edtech products
while providing K-12 educators with evidence about what will work in their schools.
OUR TEAM
Evidentally, Inc. brings research experience, industry savvy, and passion for edtech analytics to the task of changing the way research is done. It builds on the strengths of Empirical Education Inc., a 16-year-old small business, which is incubating the new company in this early stage by providing infrastructure, expertise, and staffing.
Kylene ShenPresident
Kylene Shen
President
She's had 20 years in the field including teaching high-needs students, designing instructional materials, and product management. She has an MSEd from Northwestern.
Denis NewmanBoard Chair
Denis Newman
Board Chair
As co-founder and board chair, he has over 35 years of experience developing instructional technologies. His PhD. is in developmental psychology.
Val LazarevChief Technology Officer
Val Lazarev
Chief Technology Officer
As co-founder, he develops the analysis principles used in Evidentally's products. An expert in econometrics, his PhD is in economics.
Karen BillingsBoard Member
Karen Billings
Board Member
As a leader in EdTech, she has over 40 years of experience in teaching, developing products, and executive management. She now consults with EdTech companies to better serve the evolving needs of the industry and marketplace.
Robin MeansVP of Operations
Robin Means
VP of Operations
With a degree in finance, she brings 14 years of small business experience including administration, operations, marketing, and online communications.