Rachel Mac Farlane
About Rachel Mac Farlane
Rachel Mac Farlane is a Senior Competitive Intelligence Analyst at Holland & Knight LLP, where she has worked since 2023. She has a strong background in competitive intelligence and research, with previous roles at Lippincott, Fox Rothschild LLP, and Warburg Pincus.
Current Role at Holland & Knight LLP
Rachel Mac Farlane serves as a Senior Competitive Intelligence Analyst at Holland & Knight LLP, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she applies her advanced analytical skills to synthesize complex data, aiding in strategic decision-making. She also holds the title of Competitive Intelligence Analyst at the same firm, a position she has occupied since 2022. Her responsibilities include organizing information and transforming large volumes of data into actionable insights.
Previous Experience at Fox Rothschild LLP
Prior to her current role, Rachel Mac Farlane worked at Fox Rothschild LLP in various capacities. She served as a Competitive Intelligence Analyst from 2015 to 2016, followed by a role as a Senior Research Analyst from 2017 to 2022. During her tenure in the Greater Philadelphia Area, she developed her skills in competitive intelligence and research, contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives.
Experience at Lippincott and Warburg Pincus
Rachel Mac Farlane has a background that includes significant roles at Lippincott and Warburg Pincus. At Lippincott, she worked as an Information Specialist from 2007 to 2011, where she gained valuable experience in information management. Following that, she served as a Research Librarian at Warburg Pincus from 2011 to 2013, further enhancing her research capabilities and expertise in information organization.
Educational Background in Library and Information Science
Rachel Mac Farlane earned her Master of Library Science (MLS) degree from Simmons University, where she studied Library & Information Science from 2004 to 2006. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from James Madison University, studying from 1999 to 2003. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her analytical and organizational skills in her current and previous roles.
Expertise in Competitive Intelligence Tools
Rachel Mac Farlane possesses extensive experience with a variety of databases essential for competitive intelligence and business research. She is proficient in using tools such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Westlaw, and Pitchbook. This expertise enables her to conduct thorough analyses and support strategic decision-making processes effectively.