Our Story
Founded in 2026 in Rockwall, Texas, just east of Dallas, TrendPointe Advisory & Solutions was built on a simple belief: businesses should spend less time gathering information and more time making decisions.
Across our careers, we saw organizations struggle with disconnected data, manual processes, outdated reporting, and limited visibility into the metrics that drive performance. While leaders had access to vast amounts of information, they often lacked the tools, automation, and strategic insight needed to turn that data into meaningful action.
TrendPointe was created to bridge the gap. We combine expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), data analytics, process automation, artificial intelligence, and business strategy to help organizations unlock the full value of their data. We partner with clients to streamline operations, automate repetitive processes, enhance reporting, and build scalable solutions that support growth and informed decision-making.
Leadership Team
Cedric Jackson
PRINCIPal CONSULTANT
Cedric is the Principal Consultant of TrendPointe, where he helps organizations improve financial performance through strategic FP&A, data analytics, process automation, and technology-driven solutions.
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Cedric began his career at Raytheon Technologies, developing a strong foundation in program finance and financial planning within the aerospace and defense industry. He later transitioned to Frontier Communications, where he led enterprise-wide automation and analytics initiatives, helping transform financial reporting processes, improve operational efficiency, and support the management and analysis of billions of dollars in annual revenue.
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With experience spanning aerospace, defense, telecommunications, and healthcare, Cedric has led budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and business analytics initiatives that support executive decision-making and operational growth. His expertise combines financial strategy with modern technologies such as Power BI, Databricks, automated data workflows, and advanced analytical models to transform complex data into actionable insights.
Ashley Ansley
Ashley is Head of Technology Solutions at TrendPointe Advisory & Solutions, where she leads data analytics and process automation initiatives that help clients improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and make more informed business decisions.
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Ashley holds a Master of Science in Data Analytics from the University of Houston and earned her undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University. She is also a Certified Scrum Master (CSM). Her professional experience spans both government and healthcare sectors, where she has developed expertise in transforming complex data into data-driven insights and building automated solutions that streamline operations and enhance organizational performance.
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director of Technology Solutions
Paige Southerland
Director of Business Development & Marketing
Paige serves as Head of Business Development and Marketing at TrendPointe, where she leads the firm's growth strategy, brand development, client engagement, and marketing initiatives.
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Paige began her career in public marketing, building a strong foundation in consumer engagement, brand strategy, and market development. Through her proven leadership and results-driven approach, she advanced into sales and marketing leadership roles before transitioning to the corporate sector, where she worked for globally recognized Hallmark. Her experience spans business development, strategic marketing, customer acquisition, and revenue growth initiatives.