Azure, AI & Custom LLMs
Azure GovCloud, Data Factory, Synapse, Sentinel, Purview, AI Search, ML Studio, OpenAI, Phi-4, Ollama, Databricks, RAG pipelines, custom enterprise LLMs, and secure AI deployments.
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Chad Leverenz is the Founder of Evolvement LLC and a transformational technology executive focused on Azure, AI, Databricks, Power Platform, cybersecurity, automation, analytics, custom LLMs, and digital transformation.
He combines executive leadership with hands-on technical depth to help organizations modernize operations, connect data, automate workflows, strengthen security, and build secure cloud-native solutions.
Chad has led enterprise digital transformation across commercial, nonprofit, defense, government, professional services, real estate, manufacturing, and embedded computing environments. His work centers on moving organizations from legacy infrastructure and disconnected processes toward secure, scalable, data-driven, AI-enabled operating models.
Azure GovCloud, Data Factory, Synapse, Sentinel, Purview, AI Search, ML Studio, OpenAI, Phi-4, Ollama, Databricks, RAG pipelines, custom enterprise LLMs, and secure AI deployments.
Explore AI CapabilitiesEnterprise data strategy, Power BI, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Synapse, data lakes, data warehouses, APIs, integrations, executive dashboards, and analytics-ready architecture.
Explore Data CapabilitiesPower Platform, Power Automate, Logic Apps, robotic process automation, workflow orchestration, process mining, automation agents, and technology-assisted operational efficiency.
Explore AutomationCMMC L2/L3, cloud governance, security architecture, conditional access, privacy, data protection, Sentinel, Defender, Purview, DevSecOps, and security-minded digital operations.
Explore SecurityBoard and C-suite communication, strategic planning, IT governance, risk management, multimillion-dollar budget ownership, global IT operations, staff leadership, and business alignment.
View Career HighlightsHands-on enablement, executive briefings, train-the-trainer programs, curriculum development, user adoption, and university-level instruction in technology, cybersecurity, data, and systems.
Explore TrainingA career built around cloud modernization, executive technology leadership, AI adoption, cybersecurity, data analytics, ERP modernization, automation, and business transformation.
Leads Azure-first architectures and AI/ML solutions using Data Factory, Synapse, Sentinel, Purview, AI Search, ML Studio, OpenAI, Phi-4, Databricks, Ollama, and custom RAG pipelines for secure government and enterprise solutions.
Directed an $8M IT budget, 23 staff, and 30+ enterprise applications for a $4.8B nonprofit housing organization with 2,000 employees, 25 states, 345 properties, and major executive reporting responsibilities.
Served on the senior leadership team for a global professional services firm, consolidated ERP systems, designed secure Azure platforms, and acted as enterprise cybersecurity architect.
Held technology leadership, enterprise systems, infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and business systems roles across manufacturing, embedded computing, defense, nonprofit, and commercial environments.
Chad has served as adjunct faculty for 17 years, teaching technology, cybersecurity, analytics, databases, business intelligence, blockchain, web development, IT strategy, systems integration, and project management.
Infrastructure defense, web and mobile application security, wireless security, ethical hacking, cybersecurity leadership, IT policy, and technology risk.
Data analytics, advanced databases, business intelligence systems, reporting, systems analysis, decision support, and analytics-driven operations.
Systems integration, IT service delivery, IT system acquisition, project management, business analysis, software acquisition, and executive technology strategy.
Blockchain technologies, IoT applications and security, web development, mobile application security, human-computer interaction, and cloud-enabled innovation.
Professional recommendations describe Chad as a force multiplier, technical subject matter expert, executive communicator, mentor, teacher, and technology leader capable of translating complex technology into practical business outcomes.
“Chad’s force multiplier is his ability to make complex technical issues and solutions relatable to executives and partners who do not have technical backgrounds.”
Executive Recommendation“His leadership, expertise, and guidance led to highly visible BI solutions in enterprise architecture, data analytics, security, and other technological solutions.”
Data & Cloud Architecture Recommendation“Chad’s technical expertise, excellent partnership skills, and excitement around collaboration make him a truly effective and impactful leader.”
HRIS / Collaboration Recommendation“He gets in the trenches with his stakeholders and his team, working alongside each of us through all levels, building practical processes and implementing creative solutions.”
Leadership RecommendationContact Evolvement LLC to discuss Azure architecture, AI/ML, custom LLMs, Databricks, Power Platform, cybersecurity, dashboards, automation, compliance, training, or digital transformation.
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