Kory Hayward is a strategy and technology leader specializing in data-driven digital transformation for large, mission-oriented organizations. With experience spanning federal consulting, data analytics, privacy compliance, and AI-driven intelligence, Kory blends strategic insight with technical fluency to design and deliver solutions that modernize systems, improve decision-making, and drive measurable impact.
As a Manager at Deloitte Consulting, Kory leads enterprise-wide modernization initiatives across analytics, governance, and workforce transformation for major federal agencies. He has managed multi-disciplinary teams implementing large-scale digital learning platforms, developing NLP-based competitive intelligence tools, and executing complex change management strategies—supporting workforces of up to 500,000 employees and budgets exceeding $100 million. His leadership extends beyond delivery: he has successfully secured new business, including a $19 million contract extension, by crafting data-backed strategies that demonstrate clear organizational value.
Previously, at The College Board, Kory led data privacy and policy analysis efforts, shaping compliance strategy across 50 states and streamlining regulatory reporting through automation. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he developed a real-time OSINT monitoring platform to track national school operations, enabling executive teams to make informed policy and operational decisions in real time.
A trusted advisor at the intersection of technology, policy, and strategy, Kory’s work bridges data science and governance—helping organizations translate complex analytics into actionable insights. His technical toolkit includes Python, SQL, AWS, Tableau, PyTorch, and FastAPI, complemented by expertise in federal procurement, competitive intelligence, and digital workforce transformation.
Kory holds a Master of Public Affairs from the University of Missouri’s Truman School of Public Affairs and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, where he concentrated in law and economics.