Donna Perrin is a Senior Principal Consultant at P&C Global, contributing her expertise to the Corporate Performance, Enterprise Applications, Enterprise Architecture, and Data Architecture practice groups. With a career spanning Private Equity, Manufacturing, Management Consulting, Law Firms, and Arts & Culture industries, Donna has led numerous transformative engagements, driving innovation and excellence for her clients.
Donna earned her Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Chicago, where she developed her analytical thinking and passion for problem-solving. She holds a Master of Science in Data Science from Columbia University, a program renowned for its emphasis on advanced analytics and machine learning. Additionally, she completed a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Technology Management at the MIT Sloan School of Management.
Her professional certifications highlight her dedication to technical mastery and strategic leadership:
- Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP): Validates her expertise in enterprise data strategies and governance, certified by DAMA International.
- AWS Certified Data Analytics – Specialty: Demonstrates her proficiency in big data and cloud-based analytics solutions.
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM): Acquired through Scrum Alliance, reflecting her agile project management capabilities.
- TOGAF 9 Certification: Recognizes her skills in aligning IT and business strategies.
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: Earned through Georgia Tech, emphasizing her expertise in operational efficiency.
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA): Highlights her abilities in IT systems control and governance, certified by ISACA.
Donna began her career at Deloitte as a Business Analyst, contributing to client projects focused on process optimization. Her strategic approach and technical acumen earned her a promotion to Consultant, where she led initiatives in enterprise data integration. She then moved to Siemens, taking on the role of Senior Data Architect, where she designed large-scale data systems for their manufacturing operations.
Prior to joining P&C Global, Donna served as Vice President of Enterprise Data Strategy at Blackstone, a global leader in private equity. At Blackstone, she spearheaded initiatives that transformed the company’s data architecture, ensuring its alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
At P&C Global, Donna combines her industry expertise and technical prowess to help clients reimagine enterprise systems, optimize data ecosystems, and achieve measurable business outcomes. Donna has led transformative engagements that have significantly elevated her clients’ capabilities and results.
For example:
- Data Architecture Modernization for a Global Private Equity Firm
Donna led a comprehensive overhaul of the firm’s enterprise data architecture to support better investment decision-making and regulatory compliance. By implementing a cloud-based data lake and advanced analytics capabilities, the engagement delivered a 30% improvement in data processing speed and a 20% increase in portfolio management efficiency. Additionally, the firm reduced regulatory reporting errors by 40%, resulting in enhanced credibility with investors and regulators alike. - Enterprise Systems Transformation for a Leading Manufacturing Company
Facing inefficiencies due to fragmented systems, Donna and her team worked to integrate the client’s ERP, CRM, and supply chain management platforms into a unified enterprise solution. This transformation resulted in a 25% reduction in operational costs, a 35% improvement in supply chain visibility, and a 15% boost in on-time delivery rates. The engagement also included training programs to upskill over 500 employees, ensuring the long-term success of the transformation. - Digital Transformation for a Premier Arts & Culture Organization
Tasked with modernizing the organization’s operations and enhancing visitor engagement, Donna oversaw the implementation of a state-of-the-art ticketing and analytics platform integrated with CRM and marketing tools. This initiative led to a 40% increase in online ticket sales and a 25% improvement in audience retention rates. The transformation also enabled the organization to secure new sponsorships and grants, increasing funding by 18% over two years.
These engagements showcase Donna’s ability to combine technical expertise and industry knowledge to deliver measurable outcomes that drive meaningful client success.
A lifelong learner with an insatiable curiosity, Donna Perrin lives in Boston with her husband, their two children, and a rescue cat named Cleo. In her free time, she enjoys attending local theater productions, exploring Boston’s historical landmarks, and experimenting with new recipes in her kitchen. A voracious reader, she is particularly drawn to biographies of great innovators and visionaries.
Donna’s journey to P&C Global was driven by her desire to make a meaningful impact through innovative technology solutions. “What attracted me to P&C Global was the way the firm approaches challenges—not as problems to solve but as opportunities to create something extraordinary,” Donna says.
Her passion for mentoring and developing talent is a hallmark of her leadership style. “The best part of my work is helping clients and colleagues alike unlock their potential,” she shares. “P&C Global is a place where collaboration, creativity, and kindness converge. It’s an environment that not only values expertise but also nurtures the human side of success.”
When reflecting on her role, Donna emphasizes the joy she finds in her work. “Every day, I’m inspired by the talented people I get to work with—whether it’s guiding a client through a transformation or coaching a team member on their journey. That shared commitment to excellence and growth is what makes P&C Global so special.”
