She played a pivotal role in building GDAC’s modern data cloud from the ground up, overseeing key functions such as data sharing and governance strategy, data management, data engineering and analytics, automation, security, compliance, audit readiness, and ongoing data and AI planning. Under her leadership, GDAC established an efficient, robust, scalable, enterprise-scale data platform for the State of Georgia. 

With over 28 years of experience leading statewide data initiatives, Kanti has worked across multiple Georgia state agencies, including the Office of Student Achievement, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, and the Georgia Department of Education.