Justin J. Donato
About Justin J. Donato
Justin J. Donato serves as the Chief Information Officer at WellSaid Labs, bringing extensive experience from his previous roles at Nintex and OBS. He holds multiple degrees in technology and business, and actively engages in professional development in innovation, AI, and cybersecurity.
Current Role at WellSaid Labs
Justin J. Donato serves as the Chief Information Officer at WellSaid Labs, a position he has held since 2024. His role involves overseeing the company's information technology strategy and ensuring that IT aligns with business objectives. He operates in a hybrid work environment based in the Greater Seattle Area.
Previous Experience at Nintex
Prior to his current role, Donato worked at Nintex for over a decade in various executive positions. He served as Vice President of Business Systems from 2011 to 2014 in Melbourne, Australia, followed by Vice President of Information Technology from 2014 to 2022 in Bellevue, Washington. Most recently, he held the position of Vice President of Security and Compliance from 2022 to 2024 in the Greater Seattle Area.
Educational Background
Justin J. Donato has a strong educational foundation in technology and business. He is pursuing a Master of Science in Cybersecurity at The Johns Hopkins University, expected to complete in 2025. He holds an MBA from Charles Sturt University, completed in 2011, and a Master of Applied Finance from the same institution, achieved in 2015. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Information Technology from Charles Sturt University in 2007.
Professional Development and Skills
Donato actively engages with Stanford's Center for Professional Development to enhance his skills in Innovation, AI, and Cybersecurity. His commitment to continuous improvement reflects his passion for leveraging educational resources to stay current in technology fields. He employs a holistic view of technology to transform IT into a strategic business partner.
Early Career Experience
Before his tenure at Nintex, Justin J. Donato worked at OBS as a Senior Consultant from 2005 to 2009. He also gained experience as a Programmer Analyst at Electronic Data Systems from 2000 to 2005 in South Australia, Australia. These roles contributed to his comprehensive understanding of IT and business systems.