About Chris
Background & Education
A proud member of Wabash College’s Class of 1996, Chris now serves on the college’s board of directors, where he leads committees focused on engagement and data. Over his career, he has guided projects across life sciences, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, quality, automotive, and publishing, earning certifications in visual project management, 5S, value stream mapping, customer-centric product definition, and facilitation techniques.
Chris also spent nearly a decade as the licensee and organizer for TEDxIndianapolis, mentoring speakers and coaching teams for dozens of events—from Indianapolis to Antarctica.
Working at SEP
Chris’s relationship with SEP began when the company helped his former employer develop software for a molecular analyzer and flow cytometry systems. He was drawn to SEP’s emphasis on technical delivery and expertise.
Today, he supports developers and designers company-wide, leveraging his mentorship skills and process-improvement background to strengthen client partnerships and foster collaboration.
In the Community
In addition to his ongoing work with Wabash College, Chris continues to mentor and coach TEDx speakers and volunteers with local organizations. He has served as a career coach, youth soccer coach, and church volunteer.
Awards & Certifications
- Chris has been honored with several alumni service awards from Wabash College over the past three decades.
- He holds a Certified Mentor certification and has earned numerous professional certifications in process improvement and training methodologies, including visual project management, transactional process improvement, 5S, value stream mapping, customer‑centric product definition, simultaneous product and process optimization, and facilitation techniques under the Danaher Business System.
On a Personal Note
Chris and his family have made their home in Carmel, Indiana, since 2001. He enjoys playing golf—a passion dating back to his college days—turning a wrench, and tinkering with home theater and smart home technology. He and his wife, who met on a blind date and married in 2000, have three children and a dog.
SEP News Posts
SEP Foundation Awards 2026 Scholarships to Two Indiana Students
For the first time, the SEP Foundation Maker Scholarship names dual recipients Westfield, Indiana – The SEP Foundation is excited to announce the 2026 recipients of the SEP Foundation Maker Scholarship: José G., a computer science student at Purdue University Fort Wayne, and Ani A., who is studying computer engineering at Purdue University. This marks […]
SEP Ranks #2 on Indianapolis’ 2026 Top Workplaces List
Westfield, IN – May 7, 2026 – SEP, a software product design and development firm based in Westfield, Indiana, has once again earned a spot among Central Indiana’s Top Workplaces, placing second in the Midsize Companies category. The recognition is based entirely on employee feedback collected through an anonymous survey administered by Energage LLC. Survey […]
SEP Named One of Indiana’s Best Places to Work for 2026
SEP has been named one of Indiana’s Best Places to Work for 2026 by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce — marking the 17th time the Westfield-based software product design and development company has received the honor. SEP was selected in the medium company category, which includes organizations with between 75 and 249 U.S. employees. Headquartered in Westfield, Indiana, […]
SEP Appoints Jason LaJeunesse as Director of Data
Westfield, IN — SEP is pleased to announce the creation of a new leadership role, Director of Data, and the appointment of Jason LaJeunesse to the position. This role was created to support client needs as organizations modernize their data platforms, prepare for AI adoption, and build durable, long-term data foundations. “Data has gone from a step […]
Crispus Attucks Grad Named 2025 SEP Foundation Maker Scholar
The SEP Foundation Maker Scholarship selects IU Indianapolis-bound computer science student as the 2025 recipient Westfield, Indiana – The SEP Foundation is excited to announce the 2025 recipient of the SEP Foundation Maker Scholarship: Mutombo M., a recent graduate of Crispus Attucks High School. Mutombo will begin his freshman year this fall at IU Indianapolis, […]
SEP Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Promotions to Drive Future Growth
Westfield, IN, 06/30/2025 – SEP, a leader in software product development, announces key promotions as part of its long-term leadership strategy. As a 100% employee-owned company, SEP prioritizes succession planning and empowering leaders to ensure sustained success and alignment with its core values. Chris Atkinson, has been promoted to Chief Delivery Officer. With nearly 30 years […]