Kat Volante
About Kat Volante
Kat Volante is the Asia Pacific Product Manager at Emerson in Singapore, with a diverse background in business development and strategy across various industries and regions.
Current Position at Emerson
Kat Volante currently holds the position of Asia Pacific Product Manager at Emerson in Singapore. Emerson is known for its diverse portfolio of products and services, establishing its foothold in various sectors. As the Asia Pacific Product Manager, Kat is responsible for overseeing product management operations across several regions. Her role involves developing and implementing product strategies, managing product lifecycles, and ensuring that market demands are met efficiently.
Previous Role at billionBricks
In 2020, Kat Volante served as the Business Development Lead at billionBricks, an early-stage energy and real estate startup based in Singapore, for five months. During her tenure, she spearheaded business development activities. Her efforts were pivotal in expanding the company's market reach and fostering strategic partnerships. This role was undertaken simultaneously while she pursued her MBA studies, showcasing her ability to manage multiple high-stakes responsibilities effectively.
Educational Background
Kat Volante's educational background includes prestigious qualifications from several top-tier institutions. She completed her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the National University of Singapore (NUS) from 2019 to 2021. She also attended Duke University's Fuqua School of Business for her MBA studies. Prior to that, she earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from the University of the Philippines, where she graduated with honors in Electronics and Communications Engineering.
Professional Experience at MERALCO
Kat Volante has an extensive history with MERALCO, where she held multiple significant roles over seven years. She started as a Power Camper in 2011 for two months in the Philippines, then progressed to Management Trainee from 2012 to 2014 in Ortigas, Pasig City. Subsequently, she served as a Corporate Strategy Associate in the Strategy and Business Development division from 2014 to 2019. In these roles, she contributed to corporate strategy development, business initiatives, and strategic planning.
Achievements and Recognitions
Kat Volante has amassed various recognitions throughout her academic and professional career. She was the sole recipient of the NUS-APEC scholarship during her MBA studies. At NUS, she served as the President of the NUS MBA Energy Club, Class Ambassador, and Editor of the NUS MBA student-led newsletter. Her leadership potential and contributions were acknowledged by several organizations, including the Graduate Business Forum, Poets & Quants, The NUS MBA Alumni Association, Enrupt, and BusinessBecause.