Kristen Decato

About Kristen Decato

I am a legal and business leader with more than 20 years of experience guiding complex organizations through regulatory, operational, and strategic challenges. My work spans healthcare, higher education, and the public sector, where I have partnered with executive teams to strengthen governance, manage risk, and advance mission-driven outcomes.In my current role as the business development leader for Transfusion Medicine at Versiti, I work closely with healthcare partners to build strong, collaborative relationships and ensure reliable access to high-quality blood and transfusion services. I focus on aligning clinical, operational, and organizational priorities to support patient care and long-term sustainability.Throughout my career, I’ve led multidisciplinary teams, supported senior leadership through periods of change, and helped organizations navigate complex legal and operational environments. I bring a steady, practical approach grounded in sound judgment, accountability, and focused on outcomes that serve both people and mission.At my core, I believe strong leadership is rooted in trust, clarity, and connection. I value collaboration, thoughtful decision-making, and building partnerships that create meaningful, lasting impact.

Experience

1. Executive, Business Development & Strategic Partnerships - Transfusion Medicine

   Versiti Inc

   Jan 2026 — Present · Milwaukee, WI, US

   Lead enterprise-wide strategy for building and sustaining partnerships that support the delivery of blood and transfusion services to healthcare systems.• Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on market positioning, partnership structure, and long-term growth opportunities.• Guide complex negotiations and relationship management efforts with health systems, research partners, and external stakeholders.• Align operational, clinical, and regulatory priorities to ensure continuity, reliability, and mission alignment across service lines.

Education

• James Madison University

  Bachelor's degree, International Affairs

  1996 — 2000

Skills

• Contract Negotiation
• Insurance
• Workers Compensation
• Employee Benefits
• Employee Relations
• Courts
• Training
• Trials
• Risk Management
• Claims Management
• Employment Law
• Personal Injury
• Legal Issues
• Liability
• Litigation
• Claim
• Government