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From Lab to Leadership: Dr. Mary Kate Yost-Daljev on Building Impact in Public Health

Mary Ann Brown

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On this episode of IMPACT: Women in Leadership, host Mary Ann sits down with Dr. Mary Kate Yost-Daljev, Vice President of Services Delivery at J Michael Consulting (JMC), where she leads a team of more than 35 professionals advancing public health through informatics and innovation.

Mary Kate shares her journey from the laboratory bench to executive leadership, reflecting on the turning points that shaped her leadership style and her vision for making a lasting impact. She opens up about mentoring women in tech, her approach to building strong and sustainable teams, and how JMC has supported her professional growth along the way.

With a career dedicated to solving complex challenges and turning them into actionable solutions, Mary Kate has led transformative projects such as FluLIMS, the development of public health standard operating procedures, and critical business cases for nationwide initiatives. She also offers insights into the legacy she hopes to leave—one rooted in mentorship, innovation, and service.

This inspiring conversation highlights how purposeful leadership, collaboration, and technical expertise can shape the future of public health and empower the next generation of women leaders.

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