Kate Strachnyi

DATAcated

DATAcated® to helping clients share their stories through content creation and amplification. Providing custom 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 for companies focused on innovating in the data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence space.

Founder

Managing the DATAcated Speaker Hub, a platform dedicated to connecting top data, analytics and AI experts with event organizers. I oversee speaker recruitment, manage client relationships, and ensure a seamless booking process for in-person events & virtual conferences, webinars, and corporate events. Enabling speakers to expand their reach while helping event organizers find the perfect experts for their audiences. We also provide amplification services to spread the word about the events!

Manager of DATAcated Speaker Hub

Writing the 'Running DATAcated' book on substack - with a goal to turn the blog articles into a BOOK about the journey of running the media company + running / hiking adventures.

Running DATAcated Writer

You can find prior LinkedIn live shows (and future ones) on the DATAcated On Air podcast - https://anchor.fm/datacated

Podcast Host - DATAcated On Air

The DATAcated Expo will provide the community with an opportunity to explore and discover innovative technologies in data science & analytics.

Hear from expert speakers that will provide real-life case studies and demos of technologies across a variety of data science & analytics processes. Speakers will provide 10-min lightning talks and we’ll take questions from the live audience.

The presentations will be centered around the data analytics process and will take participants on a journey from identifying the business use case to collecting, cleaning, exploring, visualizing and ultimately communicating insights.  

This live event will provide several opportunities for networking and building relationships in the data community.

Host - DATAcated Expo

The conference is packed with incredible insights from the very best speakers!
Speakers will deliver 10 min ‘lightning’ talks and will stay on for a few minutes for some live Q&A.
The conference is hosted on LinkedIn Live and is FREE to attend!
We’ll have plenty of fun giveaways provided by our Community Partners.

Host - DATAcated Conference May 18-19, 2021

Run Wild AI

Co-Founder & Chief Marketing Officer

O'Reilly Media

Author of ColorWise: A Data Storyteller's Guide to the Intentional Use of Color

Author

LinkedIn

Having a strong personal brand can help you stand out from competitors and colleagues and attract relevant opportunities.

LinkedIn Learning Instructor

IADSS

Advisory Board Member

Deloitte

Chief of Staff - Head of Commercial Business

Program Manager | Data Analytics

Insights Strategy Manager & Tableau Developer

- Assessment of risk governance practices measured against relevant bank supervisory guidance and leading practices (e.g. Enterprise Risk Assessment Process, New Product Approval Process, Risk Reporting, Committee Structure, etc.)
 - Prepared periodic program status/progress reports. Assisting with building out roadmap of future phase deliverables and maintenance of project plans. Escalating issues & risks to ensure timely remediation
- Provided assistance with writing responses to regulatory letters (MOUs, MRAs, MRIAs)
- Developed an inventory for regulation W requirements (including Dodd-Frank Act impact), and assessed the applicability of the regulation to each business line within a large financial institution 
- Assisted large foreign banks with Foreign Enhanced Prudential Standards (FEPS) implementation (including Governance, Data, Risk Management, Implementation Plan, etc.,) 
 - Revised current or establishing new policies and procedures as well as ensuring that various departments/functions have relevant policies, procedures and guidelines which reflect current business practices

Manager, Risk Mgmt / Regulatory Compliance

Bank Leumi USA

- Involved in the establishment of the Operational Risk Policy & Procedures (per Parent Company guidelines, U.S. regulations, and Basel Directives)
- Provided assistance to Risk Champions on how to assess Operational Risk and how to use the Management of Operational Risk System (MOR)
- Risk Control Self-Assessment (RCSA)- took part in the establishment of methodology,  interviewing business units (surveys) and setting risk mitigation plans for High risk items
- Assisted CRO in quarterly reporting to the Risk Management Committee of the Board (Risk Dashboard)
- Assisted CRO on the annual submission of Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP)  
– Developed New Products Approval Procedure and New Products Committee Charter
Basel II/III - Performed gap analysis on Basel II & III Directives 
- Reviewed and revised Risk Management Manual Operating Procedures (MOPs)
- Participated in KMV Moody’s Project to calculate credit risk metrics (PD & LGD)
- Assessed and tracked audit items (Internal Audit, Parent Company, & Examiners)
Committee Participation 
- Participated on Operational Risk Management Committee & Basel ICAAP Steering Committee

Risk Analyst for Chief Risk Officer

Global Association of Risk Professionals

-Managed a sales process by qualifying prospects, establishing relationships & identifying opportunities. 
-Assisted with the planning and development of direct marketing and data-related projects. 
-Handled client relationship management process through the use of CRM tool (SalesForce) and used existing relationships for cross-selling opportunities.

Business Development

FGI FINANCE

Developing Credit Committee reports - financial statement analysis and accounts receivable aging report analysis to determine lending structure.

Underwriter

First Investors Financial Services

Involved in setting up appointments with prospects (cold calls), and creation/maintenance of client records using B.O.S.S. (CRM tool)

Financial Services Rep

DATAcated™ | Branding | DataIQ100 | Marketing | Media | ColorWise | DataVenger

Ask not what influencers can do for you… ask what happens when they’re DATAcated influencers!

YAY - I'm so excited that you saw my profile and wanted to get to know me better!

As the founder of DATAcated, I help companies amplify their brand and expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science.  I'm a content creator with over 300k followers across LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, and other platforms. I also run a DATAcated Plus program with 35+ influencers that can be hired to 'make a splash' on social media.  Oh yea, I also manage the DATAcated Expert / Speaker Hub where we have over 50 engaging speakers and experts that you can hire for conferences, webinars, books, blogs, and more.

I have been recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice in Data Science and Analytics and as a DataIQ USA100. I am also the author of ColorWise: A Data Storyteller's Guide to the Intentional Use of Color (published with O'Reilly). 

Connect with me on social media and explore the DATAcated website for more resources and opportunities. datacated.com

DATAcated® to helping clients share their stories through content creation and amplification. Providing custom 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 for companies focused on innovating in the data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence space. 

This might be the group therapy we all need before 2026 AI planning starts.

Here’s the link to sign up: https://lnkd.in/ez6qrpSR

BARC just analyzed 421 organizations to find out what separates the top AI performers from everyone else.

The difference comes down to how companies operationalize AI, govern it, and measure actual results.

On Dec 3, 2025 (11am ET), BARC’s Shawn Rogers and Merv Adrian will unpack the findings from their Lessons from the Leading Edge study. They’ll be joined by:

Eleanor Treharne-Jones, CEO at Bigeye (data observability done right)

Jeff Fried, Director of Platform Strategy & Innovation at InterSystems (bridging architecture and outcomes)

Amandine Mely, Senior PreSales at Board (turning AI insights into real decisions)

Covering AWS re:Invent in Las Vegas. influencer marketing agency | data & AI content creation & amplification | speaker & expert placement

Malcolm Hawker

Profisee

Chief Data Officer

Head of Data Strategy

Forbes

As a member of the Forbes Technology Council, I provide written content and industry insights to Forbes.com on the role of the CDO and other data management-related topics.

Member - Forbes Technology Council

Enterprise Knowledge, LLC

As an Advisory Board member I provide insights on data strategy and data management best practices to select Enterprise Knowledge clients

Blue Street Data

I am providing strategic advisory support to the next generation of data leaders actively working to disrupt the market for external data sharing.

Advisor

Gartner

As a Senior Director Analyst at Gartner, I provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to C-level and senior business executives looking to overcome their biggest data and analytics challenges with a focus on Master Data Management (MDM) and Data Governance.

My research and client consulting at Gartner focuses on the overlap between academic approaches to data and analytics problems and the realities of today's fast-paced, budget-constrained, and regulatory-driven environments that CDOs and CIOs navigate every day.  I apply the insights gleaned from years of hands-on experience in data and analytics with wealth of knowledge gained through the Gartner client and analyst network to provide clients actionable and practical advice on all aspects of their top data priorities:  from strategy to execution.

Senior Director Analyst

Dun and Bradstreet

As a Distinguished Architect I provided consulting and advisory services to D&B customers looking to optimize their investments in the data, systems, and business processes used to support their enterprise Data Governance, Data Quality, and Master Data Management programs.  I provided thought leadership, industry expertise, and demonstrated best practices to Senior Executives around the globe who were looking to transform their organizations to become truly data-driven.  I provided customer input and strategic guidance on the development of the long-term roadmaps for the D&B suite of Master Data products.

Distinguished Architect

Neustar

As the acting Sr. Director of I.T. at Neustar, I lead a team of over 50 professionals responsible for the corporate IT functions of the company, including the Network Security, Enterprise Applications, Corporate Network, Unified Communications/Telecom, and Business Intelligence teams.  I managed all aspects of Neustar's I.T. budget and their 1/3/5 year Operational roadmaps.  I was also responsible for defining team annual goals and performance metrics; internal and external SLA's & customer requirements. 

Prior to my interim role leading Neustar's IT organization, I held a Program Leadership position where I was responsible for multiple high visibility IT transformation initiatives spanning all aspects of the IT landscape.

Sr. Director of I.T.

Pivotal IT

Responsible for all product development, business development, resource management, and client relationship management for a leader in IT Services recognized for delivering innovative and effective solutions for it's clients.  Subject matter expert and industry speaker on Master Data Management (MDM), Data Integration, and Data Quality - particularly within the context of CRM systems, including salesforce.com.  Winner of the "Most Innovative Solution" at Pervasive Software's IntegratioNext conference in 2010.  Delivered significant revenue growth through focus on client satisfaction and successful project execution.  Built new consulting practice from the ground-up.

General Manager

QuickArrow

As the VP of Product Management I defined the product and process changes required to transform QuickArrow from a low-growth to high-growth company.  This included the implementation of a new market strategy which repositioned the product from a single offer to a tiered set of offers based on the needs of multiple customer segments.  This transformation included migrating the product from a seat-based pricing model to a value and customer-based pricing model.  I successfully transformed all Product Management processes to support an Agile development model utilizing offshore engineering resources.  Included in this transformation was the integration of real-time client feedback from a user community / networking site.  As the product leader I drove consensus on the long and short term product strategies and roadmaps with top customers, internal stakeholders & management, and company's investors and Board of Directors.

Vice President, Product Management

Hoovers Inc.

At Hoover's I led a team of Product Managers and business Analysts responsible for defining and executing the product strategies and annual product roadmaps for www.hoovers.com and other B2B sites generating in excess of $100MM in annual subscription revenues.  My team worked cross-departmentally to document all functional and UI specifications, go to market plans, and end-user research and usability studies.  In this role I also served as the Product Management interface to the Sales & Account Management organizations and attended tradeshows and industry events to represent and speak on behalf of Hoover’s and its products.  I successfully managed all aspects of the launch of  'Access Hoover's', an entirely new product that integrated Hoover's functionality within salesforce.com and generated over $3MM in subscription revenue in it's first year.

Director, Product Management

Thought Leader | CDO | Data Strategy | Master Data Management | Data Governance | Host of the CDO Matters Podcast

With over 25 years of experience in data and analytics, I am a recognized thought leader and advisor in the fields of Master Data Management (MDM) and Data Governance. I have helped some of the world's largest businesses to improve their enterprise information management strategies, and I enjoy sharing practical and actionable insights on how to leverage data as a strategic asset.

As the CDO for Profisee, I lead the global field MDM and Data Governance practice, and I am the host of the CDO Matters podcast, where I interview senior data leaders from various industries and domains. My mission is to raise the awareness and value of MDM and Data Governance to companies across the globe, and to empower them with the best practices and solutions to overcome their data quality challenges and achieve their business goals.

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