Mintaka has been with the organization since its founding, playing a crucial role in its development from the very beginning. Her long-standing leadership has been instrumental in shaping RIPL's mission, culture, and approach throughout its history. This continuity provides RIPL with deep institutional knowledge, a consistent long-term vision, and strong relationships with key stakeholders.

Mintaka's experience spans a wide range of impactful projects that showcase RIPL's innovative approach to leveraging data for public good. Her work with various state agencies demonstrates her ability to apply RIPL's technological solutions to real-world challenges, including rapidly deploying critical systems during times of crisis. She has contributed to numerous publications on topics ranging from labor market analysis to secure data management, further establishing RIPL's thought leadership in the field. Her academic background informs her approach to evidence-based policymaking.

As RIPL transitioned from a university policy lab to a national nonprofit organization, Mintaka played a key role in scaling operations, developing partnerships, and building RIPL's workforce development and fundraising portfolios. Her experience in managing complex projects, fostering interagency collaborations, and translating research into policy changes positions her uniquely to lead RIPL's mission of improving lives through data-driven solutions.

Mintaka's enduring commitment lends credibility to our work and mission, both internally and externally. Her comprehensive understanding of both public service and the technology industry, developed over years of focused work, enables her to guide RIPL through various growth phases with adaptive leadership. As a cultural steward, Mintaka ensures that RIPL stays true to its founding principles while evolving to meet new challenge and continues to drive the organization's innovative approach to improving lives through evidence-based policymaking. Her unique combination of long-term commitment, evolved leadership skills, and hands-on experience positions RIPL strongly at the intersection of technology, policy, and public service.