Our Team

Principals, consultants, and builders — bringing expertise in research, education, nursing, quality, and software to move outcomes.

Dr. Nikolas McGehee

Dr. Nikolas McGehee

President

Dr. Nikolas McGehee is the President of Capstone Solutions and a recognized leader at the intersection of education, research, and technology. With deep expertise in program evaluation, research design, and advanced analytics, he has guided schools, universities, and healthcare organizations in turning complex data into strategies that drive measurable outcomes.

His work in AI research explores how machine learning and generative models can enhance student success, teacher practice, and institutional decision-making. Dr. McGehee has developed predictive models for academic outcomes, built engagement measurement tools, and published widely on the responsible adoption of AI in education and training.

Beyond his academic and research background, he is a professional mixed martial artist and the reigning XFA Lightweight Champion. His experience in competitive athletics reflects the same values he brings to consulting and leadership: discipline, adaptability, and resilience.

Focus

  • AI adoption and responsible usage in education and healthcare
  • Research design, program evaluation, and advanced analytics
  • Educational leadership, curriculum design, and professional learning
  • High-performance leadership, resilience, and outcomes-focused strategy

Consultants

Dr. Corey Roach

Dr. Corey Roach

Principal Consultant

Dr. Corey Roach earned his doctorate in neurobiology from Duke University and specializes in how nervous systems maintain chemical balance, with a focus on neuroentomology (insect nervous systems).

  • Taught college courses from introductory biology to advanced molecular neuroscience
  • Supervised undergraduate research projects and mentors students on research goals and graduate school applications
  • Applies advanced statistics and predictive modeling to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights
Maggie Keathley

Maggie Keathley

Healthcare Consultant

Maggie brings hands-on leadership in nursing education, unit operations, and quality improvement.

  • Builds practical, measurable programs with clear KPIs and reporting for nursing leaders
  • Experience across small, moderate, and large-scale healthcare facilities
Justin McGehee

Justin McGehee

Healthcare Consultant

Justin McGehee is a strategic healthcare leader with nearly a decade of intensive hospital operations experience and currently serves as a Hospital Administrator and Nursing Director in Chattanooga, TN.

  • Background shaped by Emergency Room operations and oversight as a House Supervisor
  • Featured by the Tennessee Hospital Association
  • Focused on operational excellence and high-performing nursing teams
Cody Mercer

Cody Mercer

Software Consultant

Cody is a full-stack engineer with leadership experience who ships lean integrations, dashboards, and lightweight tooling that fits client environments and hands off cleanly to internal teams.