
I'M
KAT LaSota.
Data Enthusiast

01 PROFESSIONAL
MY KNOWLEDGE LEVEL IN DATA
DATA STRATEGY
95%
DATA GOVERNANCE
90%
TEAM BUILDING
95%
INNOVATOR
90%
LEADERSHIP
95%
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
90%
DATA LITERACY
95%
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I’m a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in the field of data and people. I’m a thought leader in the industry, known for my passion for building successful teams and helping individuals grow. I can architect scalable data platforms that not only meet the technical requirements but also align with the needs of the people and business who will be using them.
Additionally, I have a talent for creating effective data governance strategies that prioritize the protection of personal data while also being user-friendly. With a talent for effective communication and collaboration, I can bridge the gap between data and business, making complex information accessible to all stakeholders.
With a proven track record of success and a dedication to staying on the cutting edge of industry developments, I am a valuable asset to any organization.

02 PORTFOLIO
RESUME

03 Experience
2023-Present
Embrace Pet Insurance
2012-2023
Director of Data and Analytics
Professional team leader and builder
Created Data Strategy + Framework
Collaborate with executive leadership on business strategy and intiatives
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Crum & Forster Pet Insurance
Director of Data Services
Created Data Governance Strategy + Framework
Created data-driven culture
Designed the Data Strategy
Co-founder of Fairfax Data Summit
Built and lead a successful team of data professionals
Created Data Literacy Program
Created Data Governance Framework
2011-2012
University Hospitals
Senior Database Administrator
Architected the Electronic Medical Record data systems
Multi node/data center failover clusters
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2008-2011
OEConnection
Database Administrator
ETL/SSIS
Designed + architected custom data solutions
Database failover clusters
2007-2008
OEConnection
Data Analyst
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