Kate MeLynda

Director

Kate MeLynda is a seasoned technology executive and consultant with more than 20 years of experience building and scaling businesses across AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and mobility. She is currently the founder of her own consulting practice AxonCatalyx, advising technology companies on growth strategy, operations, and go-to-market execution.

Most recently, Kate served as President of Formant, a leader in Physical AI software, where she guided the company’s enterprise strategy and drove significant scaling initiatives. Prior to that, she was Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Uptake, an AI-driven industrial intelligence company, where she designed and launched the global alliances framework and ecosystem across industrial markets.

Earlier in her career, Kate led the Automotive & Mobility Americas team at Gemalto (now part of Thales), where she spearheaded go-to-market efforts in cybersecurity, data privacy, connectivity, and data monetization for passenger vehicles and emerging mobility solutions. She also built deep expertise in the IoT sector during her tenure there.

Kate’s career reflects a track record of market expansion, ecosystem development, and operational excellence across industries undergoing digital transformation. She holds a B.S. in International Business and German, and is deeply committed to giving back—serving as a volunteer with CASA of Cook County and mentoring women in technology.