Meet the Team

Kait Rikkers Slattery

CEO, Cofounder Upright Data

Kait has more than 17 years experience in marketing ops, venture capital and consulting for Fortune 500 companies and startups. As an entrepreneur in residence (EIR) she has successfully raised 6 times and had 4 exits in the technology sector. Taking companies through growth-stage and capital planning is her forte.

Thomas Galido

Cofounder Upright Data

A 25-year veteran focused on using data to make better decisions. Thomas’ path has ranged from strategy consulting for Fortune 100 companies, big-tech and startups. He is a 3-time tech entrepreneur and has raised funds at seed stage to Series-B. Matching product development with insights-driven marketing is his specialty. Thomas is a co-founder of Upright Data and brings significant domain and management experience. He holds a BA from Loyola Marymount University and an MBA from Georgetown’s McDonough School of Business.

Teresa Galido

Head of Strategy Upright Data

Teresa is a startup veteran with 18 years of experience in business to business and consumer tech. Her roles are focused on data systems, analysis and strategy. With a rare mix of product, marketing and data interpretation, Teresa has driven company strategies from startup to growth to exit.