Todd D. Little, Ph.D.

CEO and Lead Researcher

Dr. Todd D. Little is a renowned expert in advanced statistical modeling and developmental research. With over 59,700 citations and an h-index of 103, Dr. Little is internationally recognized for his contributions to structural equation modeling, longitudinal analysis, and psychometrics. He has authored numerous research tools, such as the Brief Adolescent Life Events Scale (BALES) and the Inventory of the Forms and Functions of Aggression (IFFA), and has published extensively in over 115 peer-reviewed journals. As a transdisciplinary researcher, Dr. Little has collaborated with over 310 co-authors worldwide.

Dr. Little’s accolades include the W.T. Kemper Award for Teaching Excellence and the Cohen Award for Distinguished Teaching and Mentorship. He continues to lead innovations in methodology while mentoring the next generation of scholars.

Amy J. Besel

Organizational Development Administrator

Amy is a highly respected Organizational and Leadership Development professional whose authenticity and expertise has impacted thousands of leaders in state and private agencies. Amy and her team combine coaching and experiential workshops to empower leaders to use the science of motivation, change, and continuous improvement for better outcomes.

Zachary L. Stickley, Ph.D.

Senior Research Scientist

Dr. Zachary L. Stickley specializes in measurement design, applied latent variable modeling, and modern missing data approaches. With a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from Texas Tech University, Dr. Stickley has collaborated with researchers to translate data into meaningful insights. As an instructor for the Stats Camp Foundation, he has shared his expertise in statistical methods and research design with students and professionals alike.

Dr. Stickley’s research background includes work with the VISN 17 Center of Excellence for Research on Returning War Veterans. His passion for helping others tell their stories through data drives his contributions to Yhat Enterprises.

Montana Salvoni

Organizational Leadership Development Manager

Montana Salvoni is a transformational leadership coach and management consultant whose clarity and experience have helped leaders and teams across government, nonprofit, academic, and private sectors turn insight into action.

Why Choose Us?

At Yhat Enterprises, we pride ourself on:

  • Decades of expertise in advanced statistical modeling and leadership development.
  • A proven track record of innovation, collaboration, and measurable outcomes.
  • Personalized solutions tailored to your research and leadership needs.
  • Extensive experience in academic, government, and private sectors.