Laura Maristany

Founder & CEO 

 

Laura Maristany is an entrepreneur and strategist with over 20 years of experience leading innovative solutions at the intersection of technology, talent, and economic growth. She is the Founder & CEO of Katch Skills, an AI-powered platform that transforms everyday learning into skills that fuel growth—for people, teams, and programs.

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She also leads Prospera Insights, a consulting firm that helps businesses and nonprofits align programming with revenue generation and economic impact. Through strategy, program design, vast networks, and intentional partnerships, Laura helps clients grow and scale with purpose.

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Laura began her career on Capitol Hill, eventually becoming a trusted voice in science, education, workforce, and tech policy. She served as Director of the Washington, D.C. office for NALEO, Executive Director of Legislative Affairs for HACU, and Associate Director for Constructive Politics at the Democracy Fund—advancing legislation and shaping national agendas.

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She has also held leadership roles at tech startups and supported efforts to grow technology economies in underestimated regions. Across all sectors, she has raised millions to support programs, trained thousands of public leaders, and built national initiatives that drive growth.

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Laura serves on the boards of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce and  Welcoming America. She was awarded the Grand Cross of the Order of Civil Merit by the Spanish Crown and is a German Marshall Fund Memorial Fellow.

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She holds degrees from the University of Puerto Rico–Mayagüez and George Mason University. Laura lives in Virginia with her family When she has a moment to unwind, she enjoys staying active, pretending to ski, and sailing along the stunning beaches of Puerto Rico

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