About STI Data

Our History
STI Data was born from Elena Lopez’s obsession with data and her commitment to technical excellence. While leading the data department at a prestigious firm, Elena was tasked with a high-stakes project involving massive information scale. Given the green light to hand-pick her own team of elite engineers, she realized she was building something far greater than a single department.
Driven by a passion for mentorship, Elena founded «Learning DB with SQL Server», which grew into Latin America’s largest data community, boasting over 44,000 members. This network became the crucible where she scouted her initial talent and earned her recognition as a Microsoft MVP.
In 2017, encouraged by her successes and peer insights, she founded STI Data. By 2020, Elena transitioned to the company full-time, scaling the core team with dedicated data engineers and specialized project managers.
The turning point arrived in 2021; six major enterprise projects accelerated the company’s trajectory. By 2023, a single client engagement required 14 additional specialists, cementing STI’s reputation as the Microsoft Partner with the highest density of certified engineers in the Caribbean. Today, STI continues to bridge the gap between complex data architecture and actionable business intelligence.

Mission
To empower organizations through data-driven clarity-transforming complex datasets into reliable, actionable insights that fuel strategic growth.

Vision
To be the premier partner for data excellence across the Americas, setting the standard for transformative consulting and high-impact technical education.

Values
Integrity | Technical Excellence | Lifelong Learning | Scalability | Strategic Collaboration
Elena Lopez
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Elena López is a visionary business leader and the founder of STI Data, an industry-leading firm specializing in high-scale data architecture and business intelligence. With over 18 years of expertise, Elena has become a definitive voice in digital transformation, guiding enterprises through the complexities of modern data landscapes to unlock actionable insights.
A five-time Microsoft MVP, Elena’s influence extends across all Latin America. She is the architect behind «Learning DB with SQL Server», Latin America’s premier data community, which currently supports more than 44,000 members. Her commitment to technical education and community building has solidified her reputation as a top-tier expert within the Microsoft ecosystem.
Beyond technical strategy, Elena is a staunch advocate for data ethics and informed governance. Under her leadership, STI has set the gold standard for data security and regulatory compliance, ensuring that innovation always aligns with integrity.

"Commitment to iterative excellence: Engineering the best version of every solution, one deployment at a time, until the vision is realized."
Certifications






Impact by the Numbers
800+
Stakeholders Upskilled
0.02%
Attrition rate (Technical Talent)
65+
Enterprise-Grade Data Solutions
21+
Certified Data Engineering Professionals