About Echelon Pricing
A Division of Echelon Data Science
Echelon Pricing brings the proven methodologies and analytical rigor of Echelon Data Science to a specialized challenge: pricing operations for labor-driven service companies.
Founded by Dr. Erik Allen and Rob Marlotte, we combine 40+ years of experience in data science, machine learning, and operational strategy—applying this expertise with surgical focus to help janitorial, facilities management, and field service companies transform pricing from guesswork into competitive advantage.
Deep Expertise at the Intersection of Data Science and Operations
Dr. Erik Allen
Co-Founder & Chief Data Scientist
Connect on LinkedInErik brings over 20 years of experience building data-driven systems that solve complex business problems. As Chief Data Scientist at Echelon Data Science, he has led engagements across multiple industries, consistently identifying opportunities to transform operational challenges into competitive advantages.
With a Ph.D. from MIT in computational simulation and numerical methods, Erik combines academic rigor with pragmatic implementation expertise. He founded Echelon Pricing to apply this expertise to a specific, expensive problem: pricing operations in labor-driven service companies.
Professional Background
- Clear Capital (2018-2023): Led team of 45 data/ML engineers developing computer vision and predictive pricing models
- Rho AI (2016-2020): Founder & Chief AI Officer; acquired by General Motors in 2020
- Echelon Data Science: Chief Data Scientist and co-founder
Why Erik's Expertise Matters for Pricing Intelligence
- Built production-grade ML systems deployed at scale
- Deep experience with labor economics and operational modeling
- Track record implementing complex analytical solutions
- Combines theoretical sophistication with practical engineering
Rob Marlotte
Co-Founder & Strategy Lead
Connect on LinkedInRob brings over 20 years of executive experience translating data strategy into business value. As a partner in Echelon Data Science, he has guided numerous organizations through complex operational transformations, with particular expertise in service-based business models.
Rob co-founded Echelon Pricing to address a pattern he consistently observed: service companies with strong operations struggling with pricing execution. His role focuses on ensuring analytical systems actually drive business results through organizational adoption and strategic alignment.
Professional Background
- Aramark Uniform Services (2019-2023): SVP of Strategy & Marketing across multi-billion dollar operation
- Management Consulting (2010-2019): Strategy consultant for Fortune 500 companies and growth-stage businesses
- Echelon Data Science: Strategic partner guiding data science engagements
Why Rob's Expertise Matters for Pricing Intelligence
- Deep understanding of labor-driven service business models
- Track record leading enterprise-scale transformations
- Expertise translating analytical insights into executive action
- Proven change management and organizational adoption capabilities
Our Partnership
Erik and Rob combine complementary expertise built through years of collaboration at Echelon Data Science: Erik builds the sophisticated analytical engines that power pricing intelligence, while Rob ensures these systems integrate seamlessly with business operations and drive adoption.
Together, they've helped multiple organizations transform pricing from a cost center into a competitive advantage.