- Laura Prietula
- EdD, MS, PgMP, PMP, ACC, EIA
- www.LinkedIn.com/in/LauraPrietula
CEO and Co-Founder
-----Dr. Laura Prietula is a distinguished leader with over thirty years of expertise in the public and private sectors. Renowned for her expertise in digital transformation, technology modernization, strategic business unit establishment, organizational advantage enhancement, profitability increase, and market expansion, she has consistently steered organizations to success while inspiring peers and industry.
-----Dr. Prietula pioneered the groundbreaking practice of Coatering™, a seamless fusion of coaching and mentoring methodologies. Coatering is the practice where a seasoned executive (known as the Coater) collaborates closely with individuals (Clients), guiding them towards their optimal selves through tailored strategies and proven techniques, all while drawing upon the Coater's wealth of experience. This approach yields enduring, profound transformations for each individual.
-----Dr. Prietula's reputation as an industry disruptor is a testament to her mission-oriented approach. She consistently delivers optimal results even in politically charged environments. Her innovative strategies transform customer benefits delivery and maximize business outcomes, inspiring change in multiple areas within the federal government, such as data sharing, analytics, innovation, customer experience, and technology adoption.
-----With an extensive career in the United States (U.S.) Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Dr. Prietula has successfully led numerous enterprise initiatives and collaborated with various U.S. government agencies, managing systems of systems transformations, product life cycles, and IT software development for healthcare, benefits, and services.
-----Her expertise, honed through years of work in technology, manufacturing, finance, and healthcare, now serves clients across diverse sectors. Leveraging this deep understanding, she tailors specialized services, crafts innovative solutions, and guides strategic decision-making to ensure clients achieve their desired outcomes and attain strategic success.
-----She is also a Global Visiting Faculty at a prestigious and high-ranking academic institution in Latin America (ITESM), where she teaches Digital Transformation, Leadership, Strategy, Change Management, Systems Thinking, and Organizational Design.
-----Dr. Prietula's academic depth and practical experience make her a notable figure in digital transformation. Additionally, her multicultural and multilingual proficiency enables her to excel in high-pressure, diverse environments, fostering effective collaboration with professionals from various backgrounds and nationalities.
-----She has received multiple awards in the government and the private sector. Her commitment to continuous learning and volunteerism underscores her passion for growth and service.
-----She holds a bachelor's degree in computer science engineering from Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM), a master's degree in decision and information sciences from the University of Florida, and a doctorate in leadership and learning in organizations from Vanderbilt University.
-----She holds a certification as an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) Global Individual Accreditation (EIA) as a Practitioner.
Dr. Prietula is open to connecting on LinkedIn at https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/LauraPrietula