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Data Center Cleaning & Critical Environment Services

WHO WE ARE

The Critical Environment Cleaning Specialists

Providing mission-critical contamination control and removal services for data centers and other telecom facilities.

Founded in 1979, Data Clean is a pioneer and one of the nation’s oldest and largest critical environmental cleaning and remediation specialists. We have established ourselves as industry leaders with our headquarters in Des Plaines, Illinois.

Our comprehensive range of services ensures efficient performance, prevents costly downtime, and maintains regulatory compliance in these highly sensitive environments. With a technically skilled workforce, we serve a worldwide, blue-chip customer base by providing recurring maintenance and pre-and post-construction decontamination services. Data Clean is committed to delivering excellence and meeting the unique needs of critical environments.

Our Leadership Team

Setting the Standard for Critical Environments

Brian Poplin

Chief Executive Officer

Brian Poplin

Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Brian Poplin was appointed as the CEO of Data Clean in December of 2024 to lead the company’s transformation. He oversees the strategic vision for growth and acquisitions in the rapidly growing data center market. With a track record of success in critical services throughout his career, Brian has rapidly scaled multiple businesses, leading to exceptional outcomes for his customers, teams, and investors.

Brian is the founding Principal of Lucky Star Investments. He serves on the boards of The InterMed Group, HMR Veterans Services, and LavaGel Technologies. Previously, he was President and CEO of Elior North America, leading nearly $1B in growth over four years, and held leadership roles at Medical Staffing Network and Aramark. A U.S. Air Force veteran, he began his career as a biomedical equipment technician. Brian holds a BS and MS in Business and a Doctorate in Health Administration from the Medical University of South Carolina.

Chris Ciatto

Chief Growth Officer

Chris Ciatto

Chief Growth Officer

Chris Ciatto joined Data Clean in February of 2024 to lead the company’s growth initiatives. He oversees the sales, marketing, and corporate development teams, focusing on strengthening relationships with existing customers, expanding the customer base, and identifying strategic acquisition opportunities to enhance Data Clean’s reach and service offerings. Under his leadership, Data Clean continues to reinforce its position as the premier provider of solutions for critical environments.

With more than 25 years of experience, Chris has built and led exceptional teams that have delivered significant outcomes for all stakeholders. Prior to joining Data Clean, Chris was the CEO and Board Member of several private equity sponsored services-based companies that experienced rapid growth. Chris resides in the Philadelphia area with his wife and their five children. He is a Board Member of Peter’s Place, a non-profit organization focused on providing grief counseling to children. He earned his undergraduate degree from Princeton University and his MBA from Harvard Business School.

Chris Herman

Chief Financial Officer

Chris Herman

Chief Financial Officer

Ed Pim

Chief Operating Officer

Ed Pim

Chief Operating Officer

Edward Pim is the Chief Operating Officer at Data Clean Corporation where he oversees the company's day-to-day operations and drives strategic initiatives to ensure operational excellence. With over 25 years of experience in the industry, Ed has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams and implementing innovative solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency.

Before joining Data Clean, Ed held several key leadership positions at British Airways, Qatar Airways, ISS A/S and Kimco Services including Executive Vice President, COO and President roles. In these roles, he was instrumental in launching new service lines, expanding global presence and improving operational processes. Ed's expertise in process optimization, quality and financial planning has been pivotal in driving growth and achieving organizational goals. Ed is a true servant leader and believes in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive and contribute to the company's success.

Mike Gumiela

Chief Revenue Officer

Mike Gumiela

Chief Revenue Officer

Mike Gumiela is a seasoned sales executive with over two decades of experience in driving revenue growth and leading high-performing teams in the facility services industry. As Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Data Clean, he oversees the company's sales strategy, focusing on expanding the customer base and enhancing service offerings.

Prior to joining Data Clean, Mike served as CRO at ATALIAN Global Services, where he played a key role in driving the company’s $200M growth in just four years. He was instrumental in creating and standardizing the company's U.S. sales platform, building high-performing teams through strategic sales planning and performance management.

Earlier in his career, Mike spent over 15 years at Coverall Health-Based Cleaning System, where he advanced from Sales Manager to Vice President of Sales. His leadership consistently delivered substantial revenue growth and operational improvements.

Mike earned his degree from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business while also playing football for the Tulane Green Waves.

Jason Senner

Chief People Officer

Jason Senner

Chief People Officer

George Gonzalez

VP, Corporate Development

George Gonzalez

VP, Corporate Development

Emily Crandall

VP, Marketing & Communications

Emily Crandall

VP, Marketing & Communications

Emily Crandall serves as Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Data Clean, where she plays a key role in elevating Data Clean’s brand presence, enhancing customer engagement, and driving strategic internal and external marketing initiatives.

With over 20 years of experience in marketing and business development, Emily has held leadership roles at major organizations, including JLL, FST Technical Services, and Adolfson & Peterson Construction. She has a proven track record of developing high-performing teams, driving revenue growth, and executing strategic marketing initiatives in professional services and commercial real estate industries.

Emily holds a Marketing degree from the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business and is passionate about building strong brands and fostering meaningful connections.

Rich Hill

Chief Technologist

Rich Hill

Chief Technologist

Dean Sirakides

VP, Strategic Transformation

Dean Sirakides

VP, Strategic Transformation

Daniel Syllaba

Quality Assurance Executive

Daniel Syllaba

Quality Assurance Executive

Michael Rovi

Safety & Training Executive

Michael Rovi

Safety & Training Executive

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