Alumni spotlight

Welcome to our Alumni Spotlight, where we celebrate the achievements and journeys of remarkable graduates from our program. Each spotlight features alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields, showcasing their professional successes, personal milestones, and how their experiences here have shaped their careers. Join us in recognizing the diverse talents and impactful stories of our alumni community, demonstrating the lasting impact of our program on careers and beyond.

Matt Holton
Senior Vice President, Mastercard
B.S. E.E. '95, M.B.A. '09

Matt Holton, senior vice president of technology and customer insights at Mastercard, leads the company’s data visualization team, delivering enterprise-wide insights and supporting key corporate metrics. With over 25 years at Mastercard, he has held a range of leadership roles spanning digital architecture, technical strategy, and regulatory compliance. As the executive sponsor of Mastercard’s partnership with WashU, Matt fosters collaboration in recruitment and innovation. A proud WashU alum, he remains deeply engaged with the university through advisory boards, student support initiatives, and speaking engagements.

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Krista Geitl
Director, Data Science and Analytics, MilliporeSigma
BS BME '13, MS SSM '14

Krista Gietl leads a global team in driving digital transformation through advanced analytics and machine learning. With a strong track record of innovation across digital marketing, pricing, and operations, she has significantly influenced business strategy and customer engagement. A dedicated WashU alum, Krista earned degrees in biomedical engineering (2013) and systems science and mathematics (2014) and remains active in the university community through mentorship, leadership roles, and scholarship support. She is a passionate advocate for data literacy and strategic decision-making in the engineering and analytics fields.

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Jennifer Sisto Gall
Director, ATI Advisory
BS SSM '10, MPH

Jennifer Sisto Gall is a health care strategy leader with deep expertise at the intersection of technology, policy, and business development. She will soon join ATI Advisory as a director in the managed care practice, bringing experience from leadership roles at Twill, Phreesia, Lyft, and other organizations focused on health equity and innovation. A WashU alumna with degrees in systems science and health care management (2010), Jennifer has remained engaged through mentorship and alumni leadership. Her career reflects a strong commitment to advancing equitable health outcomes through strategic consulting and policy-driven initiatives.

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Laurie Bowen
Non Executive Director, SBA Communications
BS EE, CS '83, MBA '89

Laurie Bowen is a seasoned global executive with over 30 years of experience leading major telecommunications and professional services businesses across six continents. She has held senior roles at IBM, BT Global Services, Cable & Wireless, Tata Communications, and Telecom Italia Sparkle, where she drove growth, transformation, and innovation. Now a sought-after non-executive director, Laurie serves on the boards of Ricardo plc, Chemring plc, and SBA Communications. A dedicated WashU alumna, she supports the Women & Engineering Center and the Bowen Family Scholarship.

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