Hi, I'm Katy Kass Bolan - Senior Program Lead, Strategic Operations & AI Initiatives at Bridgewater Associates
I thrive at the intersection of strategy and execution, building operational excellence for complex platforms. My passion lies in navigating ambiguity and aligning teams to drive hyper-growth and deliver tangible results in dynamic environments.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led zero-to-one operational infrastructure development for platforms with over 1 billion users at Google.
Currently driving strategic operations and AI initiatives at Bridgewater Associates.
Can help others by architecting scalable operations and driving strategic execution for hyper-growth.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Operations at Google
Built and scaled core operational infrastructure for massive platforms, demonstrating ability to handle complexity and drive growth.
✦ Operations
✦ Scale-Up
Strategic Leadership & Sustainability
Transitioned to leadership roles, including Head of Sustainability, applying strategic thinking to new domains and organizational challenges.
✦ Leadership
✦ Strategy
✦ Sustainability
AI & Strategic Operations at Bridgewater
Currently focusing on driving strategic operations and AI initiatives, applying expertise to the financial services sector.
✦ Bridgewater Associates
✦ AI
✦ Strategic Operations
💪🏻 Superpowers
Zero-to-One Operational Architect
I build and scale operational frameworks from inception.
✦ Architected foundational operations for platforms with 1B+ users.
✦ Installed accountability and rigor for hyper-growth environments.
✦ Launched high-stakes features by establishing new operational cadences.
Strategic Navigator in Ambiguity
I bridge technical depth with business acumen to drive strategy.
✦ Leverage Computer Science and MBA to tackle complex challenges.
✦ Make decisive strategic calls in uncertain environments.
✦ Align disparate teams toward unified, bottom-line objectives.
Impact-Driven Execution Leader
I ensure strategic initiatives translate into tangible results.
✦ Focus on relentless execution from concept to delivery.
✦ Drive measurable outcomes through rigorous operational oversight.
✦ Proven track record at global technology and finance firms.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with leaders exploring the intersection of AI and operational efficiency.
✦ Discovering innovative strategies for scaling complex technology platforms.
✦ Finding opportunities to drive impactful and sustainable operational transformation.
I can help with
✦ Advise on building robust operational frameworks for growth-stage companies.
✦ Help align cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious business goals.
✦ Develop and drive strategic product sustainability metrics and supply chains.
I would love your help on
✦ Finding an Operations leadership role (eg COO, SVP, Director) in the NYC area or remote.