SENECA - Key Persons


Brenda Frank

Job Titles:
  • Vice President of Operations
  • Vice President of Project Controls
  • Vice President, Operations & Project Controls
Brenda serves as Vice President of Project Controls for Seneca Holdings, LLC. She is responsible for overall project administration/controls and procurement functions for the Seneca Nation Group companies. Read more » Brenda Frank serves as Vice President of Operations and Project Controls of Seneca Holdings, LLC. She is responsible for overall project administration/controls and procurement functions for the Seneca Nation Group Family of Companies. Her background consists of financial and business management. This includes over 2 decades of experience with IBM and Lockheed Martin, Federal Systems Division. Prior to joining Seneca Holdings in 2014, she was instrumental in the start-up and ongoing business management of a new 8(a) Alaskan Native Group company for over 7 years. In that role, she provided financial oversight, project control and managed a team of administrative, project and procurement professionals. She has been the recipient of two leadership awards from Lockheed Martin and was the 1st year recipient of the Pinnacle achievement award from Akima, LLC.

Carmina Carper - President

Job Titles:
  • President
  • Company President
  • President for Great Hill Solutions
Carmina serves as the President for Great Hill Solutions, LLC. She oversees operations, focusing on the standardization and continuous improvement of processes and procedures, and the execution of high-quality service for our clients. Read more » Carmina Carper service as the President of Great Hill Solutions, LLC. She oversees the operations of the companies, focusing on the standardization and continuous improvement of processes and procedures, and the execution of high quality service for our clients. Carmina has a background in Government program management, human capital management, and adult learning. She has worked with agencies across the Department of Defense and civilian agencies, including the DHS, FDIC, AMEDD, DEA, U.S. Marine Corps, and many others. Carmina is a certified Project Management Professional and Human Capital Strategist. She holds a bachelors degree from the University of Virginia as well as a Masters in Education, with a concentration in Instructional Design and Development, from George Mason University.

Eric Smith

Job Titles:
  • Vice President of Business Development
Eric serves as Vice President of Business Development at Seneca Holdings, LLC. He leverages the Seneca Nation Group's diverse portfolio of capabilities and his background in strategy, business development, capture, and proposals to drive growth. Read more » Eric serves as Vice President of Business Development at Seneca Holdings, LLC. He leverages the Seneca Nation Group's diverse portfolio of capabilities and his background in strategy, business development, capture, and proposals to drive growth. Eric has more than twenty years of experience leading and winning high-end IT and intelligence services contracts with the Federal Government at both large and small businesses. He has an appreciation for the full lifecycle of government contracting, having held various roles in strategy development/execution, program management, and business unit leadership. Eric holds a Master's degree in technology management, a Bachelor's degree in biology and numerous certifications/accreditations. He received his Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in 2005; he also holds seven additional certifications and accreditations, including being Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) and Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC).

Jason Ahn

Job Titles:
  • Senior Vice President of Business Development
  • Vice President of Business Development
Jason serves as Senior Vice President of Business Development at Seneca Holdings, LLC. He leverages his background in marketing and sales with other globally recognized companies, military service and Tribal/Alaskan experience to provide leadership in business development and other areas. Read more » Jason Ahn serves as Vice President of Business Development at Seneca Holdings, LLC. He has held various marketing and sales positions for globally recognized companies including Michelin, MCI, Global Crossing, and NANA as well as working for venture-backed start-up companies in Silicon Valley. Prior to joining Seneca in 2012, he worked as a consultant helping KDDI, KT and SAIC expand their international market presence. Jason has an undergraduate degree from Virginia Tech and an MBA in International Business from George Washington University. Jason also served as an officer in the United States Army.

Jeanette L. Shinners

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Committee

Jeffrey Ellis - CEO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Executive Officer
Jeffrey Ellis serves as Chief Executive Officer of Seneca Holdings, LLC. He has held various roles since joining Seneca in 2013 and is now responsible for the overall growth and direction of the organization. He has a background in business strategy and technology consulting, most recently advising federal government clients in the Department of Defense. Jeff previously consulted for firms including Gartner and Deloitte, and practiced law at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. Jeff received his MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, JD from the Northwestern University School of Law and BA from the University of California, Los Angeles.

Jordan Garrow

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Committee

Kerrie McCabe

Job Titles:
  • Vice President, Operations
  • Company President
  • President of Seneca Solutions
Kerrie McCabe serves as the President of Seneca Solutions and Western Door Federal, LLC, where she is responsible for the performance of all contracts and personnel. She has more than 20 years of experience in management, consulting, training and learning, leadership development, and human capital solutions for industry and government. Ms. McCabe holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, Sociology and Health and Human Services from the University of Buffalo and a Masters in Education Administration from the University at Buffalo. Ms. McCabe is also a Project Management Professional (PMP®), a Human Capital Specialist (HCS), and is certified in MBTI and EQ-i.

Kerry J. John

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Committee

Mark T. Branden - SVP

Job Titles:
  • Senior Vice President
Mark is Senior Vice President at Seneca Holdings, LLC and has worked for the company since 2010. He works closely with the Management Committee and the Seneca Nation, and oversees the finance and accounting for the Seneca Nation Group family of companies. Read more » Mark T. Branden is Senior Vice President at Seneca Holdings, LLC and has worked for the company since 2010. Mark received his undergraduate degree in Finance from the Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University and his MBA from the State University of New York at Buffalo.

Matthew Jesinsky - President

Job Titles:
  • President
  • Company President
  • President of Seneca Global Services
Matt is the President of Seneca Global Services, LLC and Executive Protection Systems, LLC. He is a seasoned executive with 25+ years of business experience, particularly with Tribal/Alaskan owned organizations. He currently leads teams of professionals providing a variety of products and services to the federal government. Read more » Matthew Jesinsky serves as the President of Seneca Global Services, LLC. Mr. Jesinsky is a seasoned executive with 25+ years of business experience. He currently leads a team of professionals that provide a variety of products and services to the federal government. He leverages his extensive knowledge of industry and government regulations to drive revenue, profit, and growth to build value for Federal Government Contractors. Mr. Jesinsky has an extensive background in purchasing and contracts management, specifically in the IT/Telecommunications space. His experience includes working for major equipment Resellers & Manufacturers, Telecommunication companies as well as large and small government integrators. He has spent 15+ years of his career working for Small Business Tribal Organizations and has become an expert on the SBA's 8(a) program and the Small Business Administration's rules, regulations and compliance requirements. He has in depth knowledge of how to set-up and create companies while helping them grow into profitable businesses. A graduate of George Mason University, Mr. Jesinsky demonstrates excellence in high level contract negotiations, strategic planning, communications, and interpersonal skills supported by a comprehensive knowledge of resource management, organizational development, team building, and project execution.

Maureen Reilly - CFO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Financial Officer
Maureen Reilly has been with the company since 2013 and serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Seneca Holdings, LLC. She is responsible for the financial reporting of Holdings and its subsidiaries. She has held numerous financial positions in various fields including construction, marketing services and distribution. Maureen is a CPA and graduate of the University at Buffalo School of Management.

Mercy Chogugudza

Job Titles:
  • Vice President of Human Resources
Mercy serves as Vice President of Human Resources at Seneca Holdings, LLC. She is responsible for defining and leading the company's human resources strategy. Mercy is a proven thought leader and business partner who drives people centric solutions. Read more » Mercy serves as Vice President of Human Resources at Seneca Holdings, LLC. She is responsible for defining and leading the company's human resources strategy. Mercy is a proven thought leader and business partner who drives people centric solutions. As a Human Resources Leader, she has been responsible for formulating and implementing processes for all aspects of the HR function, including recruitment and retention of top talent, drive engagement and improved process efficiencies through leveraging integrated HR technologies. Mercy is an SHRM, and GBA certified Human Resources professional. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology Honors degree from the University of Zimbabwe, Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Strayer University and a Master of Arts (MA), Human Resources Management from Marymount University.

Michael Grammo

Job Titles:
  • Vice President of Finance
  • Vice President of Finance & Operations
Michael serves as the Vice President of Finance & Operations of Seneca Holdings, LLC. He oversees the financial operations across all the Seneca Nation Group companies, conducts analysis to support organizational strategy and supports business development activities. Read more » Michael Grammo serves as the Vice President of Finance of Seneca Holdings, LLC. He oversees the financial operations across all the Seneca Nation Group companies, conducts analysis to support organizational strategy and supports business development activities. Michael has a background in both finance and government program management, having managed several DoD agencies in a consulting and management capacity. Michael holds a bachelor's degree from Eastern Washington University as well as a Master of Business Administration from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University with a concentration in Finance.

Rodney Pierce

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Committee

Stan Fleming - COO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • President of Federal Operations
Stan Fleming serves as Chief Operating Officer at Seneca Holdings, LLC. He has extensive experience in both federal and commercial businesses, with a passion for accelerating business outcomes for Indigenous-owned enterprises. He has consulted with traditional owners in the US, Australia and Papua New Guinea, and operationally led the creation and growth of 12 businesses for those Indigenous-owned organizations over the last 17 years. Stan is also passionate about innovative technology, having served in a cyber security platform company in Silicon Valley and having supported revenue acceleration efforts for numerous entrepreneurial ventures. Stan was awarded MS in Systems Management from the University of Southern California and a BS in Electrical Engineering from the United States Air Force Academy. He is retired from the US Air Force Reserves.

Susan K. Pierce

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Committee

Wendy Huff

Job Titles:
  • Member of the Management Committee