Kristopher Kitchens

Background

About Kristopher Kitchens

VP of Operations & Strategy and Founder of Empyrean Analytics, my “Sherlock shop” for businesses needing transformative solutions. I’m driven by data strategy, blockchain, and operational innovation, blending AI expertise with customer success and process efficiency to fuel industry growth. To enhance spaceflight through AI, I’m pursuing a Master’s in Computer Science and aim to complete a PhD. My journey from combat Marine to strategist developed my resilience and ability to solve complex issues. Notably, I led an 8x ARR growth at NetApp to $308M, pioneered AI forecasting at Chainlink, and contributed to real-world asset tokenization for Lukka. My passion for blockchain energizes my vision for emerging markets. Entrepreneurial ventures led me to the 2023-2024 New Venture Seed Competition and the NSIN program, further fueling growth and innovation. Achievements: Revenue Growth • 8x ARR growth at NetApp, scaling from $38M to $308M.(2021) • Built a $1.6B pipeline at HPE, capturing 90% over three years.(2018-2020) • Secured a $400M investment for an AI unicorn.(2023) Operational Efficiency • Reduced quota inaccuracies by 70% at NetApp using ML.(2021) • Boosted profitability by 20% on a $200M budget.(2021) • Increased collaboration in a 500-person organization, reducing costs by 25%.(2021) Transformation & Innovation • Improved client targeting by 40% with AI strategies at Hexagon.(2020) • Reduced operational costs by 15% at HPE with AI tools.(2019) • Created custom estimation software, reducing a roofing client’s headcount by 80%.(2023) Customer Success & Strategy • Improved high-value client retention by 40% with data models.(2021) • Increased quota attainment by 35% with refined systems.(2022) • Supported $1.6B HPE growth with data insights.(2020) • Achieved 50x inbound growth for a resume platform via AI engagement.(2023) Outside work, I’m launching Analysis Paralysis, a podcast helping companies tackle data overload. I’m committed to community and growth—volunteering as Captain America, reading to kids, snowboarding, and constantly expanding my tech skills. Let’s connect to explore strategy, innovation, or collaboration. Reach out here or at kristopher.kitchens@gmail.com.