Jonathan Brooks
Teri Ettelson
Vice President & Integrator
Brandon Medlin
Director, Business Development and Strategic Alliances
Hello, my name is Jaedyn Carr, and I am an Operations Specialist with LocateSmarter. Prior to working with Locate, I graduated from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois, with a Bachelor’s in Political Science/Criminal Justice.
My name is Nathanial Baker, Product Owner and Sr. Data Analyst at LocateSmarter. I bring a creative mindset to analytics and colorful imagination to data in all its forms. Outside of work for me is music production and spending time with family, friends, and alike.
Warren has worked as a programmer/developer since he graduated from Wartburg College in 2000 with a B.A. in Mathematics and Computer Science. Warren came to LocateSmarter from the IT department of our parent company in 2014. After a brief detour to another local business, Warren came back in 2019 to rejoin the team. Warren is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hunting, fishing and golfing.
Amy is the Quality Assurance Specialist for LocateSmarter, providing quality customer service and technical support to our clients. Prior to LocateSmarter, Amy worked in international sales for the powersports industry, and in medical equipment sales for a local hospital. She is a graduate of South Dakota State University with a bachelor’s degree in Consumer Affairs. Amy is passionate about effective communication and maximizing efficiency for our clients.
Terri leads the development team who build, manage, and support the LocateSmarter IT infrastructure as well as data and vendor solutions. An early pioneer of the LocateSmarter team since 2014, she led the development of our websites, product design and solutions which now serves many markets and delivers data through batch files, API, and data licensing. She previously spent nearly 20 years in mortgage banking during which time, she spearheaded the use of personal computers in the 1980’s, configured networks in the 1990s, oversaw the digitization of mortgage documents and worked as an IT analyst and strategist.
Alex “SkipGuru” Price is a nationally recognized expert in the art of skip tracing and cyber tracking. He brings over 35 years of experience in the data and skip tracing industries to LocateSmarter. His focus is on educating and supporting clients that are using tools such as online search platforms.
My name is Jodi Harms. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Business Management. I have worked in a variety of roles during my career where I have gained experience in customer service, human resources, operations assistance, and accounting/billing. I most recently worked as a Benefits Coordinator in the HR Department for CBE companies. I love country music, shopping, and spending time with family and friends (including my Cockapoo, Charlie.) I have a blended family with 5 grown children. I am very excited for this next adventure at LocateSmarter. I enjoy working with people and am looking forward to providing quality customer service.
Michael brings 30 years of experience in the BPO space to LocateSmarter, and uses that experience to solve real issues for our clients. Michael takes a consultative approach to building good partner relationships and often relies on his analytic capabilities to ensure he gets the solution right every time. Michael has dual bachelors degrees (Business Administration and eBusiness) and an MBA in Administration & Technology Management from University of Phoenix.
Brandon leads the sales organization, strategic partnerships, and future growth initiatives at LocateSmarter. With more than 20 years of experience spanning leadership roles in the financial services and data industries, Brandon brings a well-rounded perspective to the organization. His background in operations, product management, and business development has been instrumental in driving LocateSmarter’s continued growth and innovation. Outside of his professional endeavors, Brandon co-founded a nonprofit dedicated to introducing youth to the outdoors and also founded an outdoor recreation company. He is also a patent holder, reflecting his entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation.
Teri brings nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare and nonprofit leadership to the LocateSmarter team. Her deep expertise in organizational strategy and project management plays a critical role in driving our continued growth and innovation. Passionate about values-driven leadership, Teri champions our commitment to integrity and operational excellence across every facet of the company. She is instrumental in embedding LocateSmarter’s core values into our culture and daily operations. Beyond her professional work, Teri has been an active member of several nonprofit boards and volunteers with students throughout Iowa, promoting financial literacy among high schoolers and empowering the next generation to make informed financial decisions.
As President of LocateSmarter, Jonathan L. Brooks leads the company’s strategic vision and growth initiatives. With over 25 years of executive experience in the data industry, Jonathan has played a pivotal role in developing innovative data platforms that support sectors including law enforcement, government, risk mitigation, and receivables management. A mission-driven leader, Jonathan has served on a variety of boards ranging from land conservation organizations to international outreach efforts. His commitment to community extends beyond the workplace—he is the co-founder of a charitable organization dedicated to supporting families affected by adolescent leukemia. Jonathan brings a rare blend of industry expertise, strategic foresight, and heart to everything he does at LocateSmarter.