David Freese

CEO & Chief Product Officer

David has over 25 years’ experience driving software business growth and profitability, as well as creating digital products in both start-up and Fortune 500 companies.  He co-founded Titan Cloud Software in 2013 when the transformation of Titan Management Group into a pure play SaaS software company was complete.

He began his career as an engineer and application architect building large custom systems at Accenture (then Andersen Consulting), including one of the first large-scale commercial AI implementations.  In the mid-90s, David was a digital products pioneer for PwC and Ernst & Young, helping retail banks transform their businesses with new product platforms.  After business school he focused on technology, digital strategy, and new product development at McKinsey & Company.  Later roles at startup firms and Fortune 500 companies have included: Chief Strategist at Wipro Technologies, Vice President & General Manager for Siebel Systems and Oracle, and CEO for Generation 5, Titan Management Group, and Titan Cloud Software.

David is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering.  He also received an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business.

John Donnelly III

Chief Revenue Officer

John is responsible for Titan’s global go-to-market and revenue operations. He has more than 25 years’ experience managing multiple stages of growth for tech companies–from early stage to over $900M in annual revenue–in various industries including financial

services, oil & gas, healthcare, and retail. His previous experience includes leadership roles at Crimson Hexagon, Cisco, AT&T, Computer Associates, Intellicorp, Nokia, and others. He has led teams through two IPOs and several acquisitions with positive outcomes for founders, employees, and investors.

John has a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Information Technology from Babson College where he was a member of the NCAA ice hockey and baseball teams.

Chris Brock

Chief Financial Officer

Chris has over 20 years’ experience in accounting, auditing, and financial management. He has worked in a number of industries, including retail, real estate, venture capital, and financial services. Prior to joining Titan, Chris was the District Controller for

Compass Group, the world’s largest food service company. Early in his career, he was the project controller for numerous portfolio investments held by a private investment firm and has led several successful PE exits and M&A events.

Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from the University of Cincinnati and a Master of Accountancy from Lipscomb University. He is a member of the Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants (TSCPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

Kurt Gutzmann

Chief Scientist

Kurt Gutzmann has over 23 years’ experience as a technology architect and scientist with a breadth of experience in industries such as AI research and development, software and cloud systems, UST compliance, ATGs and IoT. Most recently, Kurt was the founder and CEO

of  Magnus Cloud, a cyber security startup based on an innovative proof-of-work protocol. Prior to Magnus Cloud, Kurt worked at KMPG Consulting, GCX Advanced Analytics, NerveWire, and CSC Consulting Group. In addition to other accomplishments, Kurt holds two patents, and has authored more than fifty technical papers, articles, and conference presentations.

Jon M. Mariñas

President, JMM Global & Senior Vice President, Compliance Services

Jon is a serial entrepreneur with experience taking small and medium-sized businesses to the next level. A 27-year petroleum industry veteran, founder, and President of JMM Global, Jon’s experience ranges

from developing operational excellence programs for major oil companies to running a best-in-class environmental software and services company.  With a background in regulatory, operational compliance, and information management, Jon’s diverse experience includes working for Chevron, Tanknology, and BP Products North America.  He is an active member of numerous petroleum industry associations and an investor and board adviser to multiple innovative startups.

Before entering the environmental field, Jon served in the United States Navy and earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. He is also a licensed Professional Engineer. In addition, Jon and his wife Kathryn established the JMM Educational Foundation for Wounded Heroes to honor the service of U.S. military veterans.

Rob Boughton

Vice President, Strategic Partnerships

Rob has 20 years’ experience leading marketing, sales, and strategy at high-growth organizations and as a successful consultant, directing marketing strategy at several cloud and SaaS companies. He has served in senior marketing and communications roles in a

number of technology and financial services organizations, including Edgenet, NYSE/Board Member, and First American/AmSouth Corporation.

Rob graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in Japanese and holds a Masters Certification in Project Management from the George Washington University School of Public Management. He is a member of the International Business Association, Nashville Technology Council, and American Marketing Association.

Meredith Bagdazian

Director, Global Marketing

Meredith brings a deep background in tech and SaaS to Titan Cloud. Having led global marketing teams at hyper growth firms such as Bluebeam Software and Confirmation (now part of Thomson Reuters), Meredith specializes in marketing strategy and

planning, international market expansion, partner marketing, and optimizing teams for scalability and high performance. With extensive experience bringing SaaS platforms to the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific, she is at the helm of Titan’s marketing efforts around the globe.

A native of southern California, Meredith graduated from Westmont College with a BA in Communication Studies and earned her MBA from the College of William & Mary. She lives in Nashville where she volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Amanda Bennett

Senior Director, Global Customer Success

Amanda has been with Titan since 2003, starting as an administrative assistant in compliance services. She is now the Senior Director of Global Customer Success, directly serving some of Titan’s top accounts. She also collaborates with the product and development teams

to improve efficiency and scalability within our product and operations. Amanda enjoys building strong relationships with Titan customers and helping them solve problems with Titan’s software solutions. “For me, it’s really about the customer. I like knowing that what we do has a direct impact on their day-to-day business,” she says.

Amanda graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and earned her MBA from Texas Christian University. She then served in Americorps, working with the Fort Worth chapter of Habitat for Humanity as a lead project manager. In her spare time, she is an avid runner and enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys.

Clay Moore

Director, Product Management

Clay joined Titan in 2008, bringing with him more than 20 years’ experience in software development and project management. His extensive knowledge of fueling systems and maintenance, along with his expertise in every type of fuel gauge, allows him to develop impactful solutions for Titan’s clients.

Clay graduated as the valedictorian from ITT Tech with a Bachelor of Science in Software Application and Design. He lives near Nashville, Tennessee and enjoys a wide variety of creative hobbies, including magic, stone carving, oil painting, and piano.

David Beechum

Director, Technology & Software

David brings over 20 years’ experience in software development and IT to Titan. He joined the company in 2010 as an engineer, and now serves as Director of Technology and Software. He was instrumental in moving Titan’s infrastructure to the cloud, and leading

the development of the company’s mobile app, ATG features, and polling software. About his role, David says, “My personal goal in software development and IT is to make someone’s day a little bit easier than it was the day before. Sometimes it’s the small things that make the biggest impact.”

David graduated with a BS in Computer Science from Tennessee Technological University and enjoys nature photography in his spare time.