Kevin McCarthy, EdD, currently serves as the Director of Analytics and Decision Support at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, where responsibilities include leading a team to enhance the university's information assets through data science applications, including statistical modeling and machine learning. Previous roles at the university include Senior Business Intelligence Analyst, Reporting Analyst, and Assistant Director of Admissions, focusing on data analytics and new student recruitment. Additionally, Kevin McCarthy operates as a consultant, leveraging data for strategic decision-making in higher education. A strong educational foundation includes a Doctor of Education in Special Education and Teaching, an MBA in Finance, a Master of Public and International Affairs in Security and Intelligence Studies, and a BPhil in Economics and Political Science.