On this episode, I was delighted to sit down with Nagender Chetti from Suncorp to unpack his remarkable career journey and gain insights into the strategies that have driven his success. With over 20 years of expertise in the Insurance, Financial Services, and Technology sectors, Nagender has made significant contributions to Suncorp over the past 16 years, where he has thrived in various senior data leadership roles. As a fervent advocate for leveraging data to drive strategic decisions and foster business growth, he has distinguished himself as a prominent leader in the data and analytics landscape.Nagender's career is defined by his unwavering commitment to excellence in data strategy, machine learning, artificial intelligence, data governance, advanced analytics, and business intelligence. Recently named one of the Top 25 Analytics Leaders by the Institute of Analytics Professionals of Australia, he continues to deliver impactful results through his visionary leadership and strategic insights.Join us to learn more about how he has navigated his career through his tenure and his path to leadership.

On this episode, I am excited to share a fireside discussion on Data Security. It’s quite scary when you realise how the amount of data available on us is making it easier for cybercriminals, which only highlights why this role will become more prominent. As data security becomes a crucial priority for organisations, we’re seeing the rise of dedicated data roles that focus entirely on safeguarding information. But what does a Data Security Specialist actually do? Where does this role fit within the wider data team?And how does it differ from traditional data roles?In this episode, I sit down with Aline Braganca, who made the transition from a traditional data role into data security. We discuss her journey, the evolving landscape of data security, and dive deep into the key responsibilities, challenges, and skills required for this vital role.Whether you’re curious about the rise of data security roles or considering this as a career path, this episode will provide valuable insights into how organisations are adapting to keep their data secure intoday’s complex environment.Tune in to learn more about what it means for the future of data careers.

In this episode, our conversation dives into the role of Business Intelligence (BI) in driving strategic value within organisations. We explore how to align BI with broader business goals, the essential roles for building a high-performing BI team, and the importance of balancing technical expertise with business insight. Our guest shares insights on where BI fits within the wider data ecosystem, the challenges of centralised vs decentralised BI models, and real-world examples of turning around BI projects that struggled to deliver.

Ever wondered what it really takes to deliver a large-scale data transformation? I had the privilege of sitting down with Bryn Goodey (Head of APAC Data Delivery for SEEK), who led the data transformation as part SEEK's Unification Program—a massive initiative that consolidated all of SEEK's online product and corporate systems for eight countries across the APAC region.In this episode, Bryn takes us through their journey, sharing key considerations, how they balanced the ongoing demands of the business with the project’s needs, and the obstacles they had to overcome. He shares valuable insights on key lessons learned, as well as potential pitfalls to avoid when managing such complex transformations.If you’re looking for practical takeaways on embarking on large-scale data transformations, this is the episode for you. 

Highly recommend listening to this episode of the Lead with Data Podcast where we have a fantastic discussion on the successes and challenges of leadership. Join me as I sit down with Simon Herbert – Group GM of Data & Insights at Ramsay Health Care, a seasoned leader with a diverse background spanning multiple industries. Simon has held leadership roles across various disciplines, including software engineering, data, managementconsulting, program management and transformation. In this engaging and light-hearted conversation, we delve into his leadership experience and what he believes builds high-performing and engaged teams. Whether you're an experienced leader or an aspiring leader, there is something for everyone on this episode

If you've ever wondered what analytics looks like within the industrial manufacturing sector, don't miss this episode.We're joined by Stephen Jarvis an experienced leader with extensive expertise in digital transformation and data science. Stephen has held significant roles in various well-known organisations, where he has led innovative global data and AI projects.In this episode, Stephen shares his insights and observations on advanced analytics and machine learning in the industrial manufacturing sector, offering real examples of how they are being adopted across the organisation.🎧 Tune in to this discussion where we explore how analytics is being leveraged and explore the potential within this industry..

We're delighted to bring you another engaging discussion with @Antony Ugoni. Antony is a seasoned Data Science Leader who has had a diverse career, starting as a biostatistician, then transitioning to lecturing, and ultimately establishing himself as a respected data leader.In this episode, our focus is on how, as a leader in data science or advanced analytics, you can demonstrate value. Antony shares real-life, simple yet impactful examples of how to identify and seize opportunities. Once again, we have a fascinating and insightful conversation that anyone can relate to to understand the power of analytics Key topics covered include:What businesses expect when hiring a Data Science LeaderHow to prioritise data initiativesIntroducing technologies to enhance the value delivered by data analyticsThe significant impact of AI on the value of data projectsThe importance of the relationship between data leaders and executive leadershipMeasuring and communicating success

Super excited to have been able to get some time with Craig Rowlands – GM of Data – Australian Unity to share his experience and talk through a range of topics. Craig has led large data transformation strategies with some of the largest organisations both here and overseas. One of my curiosities is once you get into leadership, how do you continue to have an impact each time you join a new organisation? Surely there is an expectation when you join a business, and understanding what that looks like and how to meet and exceed those expectations is a key part of the discussion we have on this episode.In addition to this we cover:Approaching data strategy in established businesses that have legacy systemsWhat Data Transformation and scalability meanSome of the biggest challenges he has facedHow Craig has improved diversity in his teams over the yearsWhat soft skills are important for aspiring data leaders

Join us for an insightful and candid discussion with Arjun Shankar, a seasoned data professional and leader. Arjun has a diverse background, having worked in a variety of roles across different data functions, and has implemented numerous cloud data platforms.In our conversation, Arjun shares his experiences and provides practical approaches for transitioning from on-premises to the cloud. He openly discusses some of the challenges and the importance of creating the right environment to drive this change.- What are the key considerations before starting this journey- How do you go about delivering the platform- What has worked well and what hasn't- The importance of having the right skills and team.- What does data engineering look like with Gen AI in the mix

A great discussion with Jeremiah Mannings, founder of Futuregrip AI, a data consultancy established to provide advisory and strategic support for introducing AI initiatives and incorporating AI into existing data strategies.Our conversation centres around a recent keynote that Jeremiah presented, but here we unpack the topic in more detail:The key challenges when it comes to Gen AIHow data leaders can demonstrate value and the narrative around AI when presenting to their executivesWhat do your board and executives care about and whyHow to set the environment for successWhy data leaders should place a huge focus on the creation of value

We’re really excited to have had Christian Biggs join us on the podcast to talk about the importance of preparing for the emergence and adoption of AI, especially with GEN AI in the picture.Christian is a seasoned data leader with years of consultancy experience and a track record of driving innovation and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance data capabilities. He shares some of the challenges organisations are facing, even though we are still very early in the journey, and some of the strategies he is using to understand and integrate the use of GEN AI into their operations from a governance and privacy perspective.We cover:❓ What AI Governance means❓Steps organisations can take to prepare for AI❓How to choose the right AI tools and platforms❓What ethical risks organisations should consider when adopting AI❓Why organisations need to focus on AI learning, and not just for the data team

Welcome to another episode of the Lead with Data podcast. Today, we're joined by Antony Perera, a seasoned Chief Data Officer with a wealth of experience across a diverse range of organisations. Antony has worked in various industries, including health, telecommunications, and more recently, the education sector. Our topic of discussion today is cloud computing and managing costs.- We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of cloud computing.- With so many options available, how to choose the right one.- How to manage costs when it comes to cloud computing.Tune in to gain valuable insights from Antony’s extensive experience and tips on how to make the most of your cloud investments.

In this episode, we had the privilege of talking with Bhavisha Sharma, a seasoned Data Strategy and Transformation Specialist. With a robust background in implementing data transformation strategies across various sectors such as financial services, insurance, government, healthcare, and retail. Bhavisha is well-equipped to share useful insights gained from her extensive experience in both industry and consulting.During our enlightening conversation, we delved into:What comprises a solid data transformation journey.Some of the common challenges organisations encounter when implementing a data transformation strategy.Key steps necessary for executing and delivering a successful data transformation.How to quantify the benefits and value of data transformation efforts.Tune in to gain valuable insights into the world of data transformation in driving impactful change through strategically led data initiatives.

Join us as we delve into the topic of driving value through real-time analytics with Andre Easom, a seasoned Data Science Leader. With an academic background in research & statistics, Andre has dedicated the past decade to working with a well known organisation, playing a pivotal role in enhancing customer experience using data science to solve interesting problems and build leading products. In this fireside discussion, we'll explore:Examples of use cases where real-time analytics has significantly driven value.Strategies for driving customer value through the development of real-time analytics.The importance of data governance, data accuracy, and integrity in the context of real-time analytics.Advantages and disadvantages of implementing real-time analytics.Methods for measuring the success and effectiveness of real-time analytics initiatives.Key indicators that organisations should look for to determine their readiness for real-time analytics.Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from Andre Eason on how real-time analytics can help drive value when done well.

Join us as we sit down with seasoned data leader Fred Herselman who has spearheaded transformative initiatives for well-known global organisations. With a focus on robust governance and risk management, Fred has driven tangible results by leveraging AI to unlock new revenue streams and deepen customer connections. As an executive, Fred is committed to breaking down silos, fostering collaboration, and staying ahead of the curve in the evolving data landscape. In this episode, Fred shares his journey from being a data specialist to a data leader, our discussion includes:How he transitioned into leadership roles Navigating the temptation to remain hands-onTackling challenging situations where he felt out of his depthHow he maintained a balance between staying relevant and leading successful teams and organisations. This episode is a must-listen, particularly for those seeking guidance on forging their path to leadership, identifying key opportunities, and easing concerns about transitioning away from hands-on work.

In our most recent episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with Guy Inbar, Group Product Manager at Littlepay. With over two decades of experience in product management, innovation, and strategic leadership, Guy Inbar is a seasoned professional known for his dynamic approach to driving growth and spearheading transformative initiatives across a range of industries. Drawing upon Guy's extensive expertise in product management and data, we delve into the nuances of establishing a Data Analytics capability within a scaling and intricate environment of an organization like Littlepay, a growing fintech organisation. We cover:Where LittlePay Stands in Its Data JourneyIdentifying the Right Time to Enhance Data CapabilitiesDemonstrating Value Internally and ExternallyThe Relationship Between Product Management and DataThe conversation with Guy provides valuable insights into navigating the complexities of establishing a data analytics capability within a scaling organisation like LittlePay. By strategically timing investments, demonstrating value, and fostering collaboration between product management and data teams, organisations can harness the power of data to drive innovation and sustainable growth in today's dynamic business landscape.

Join us as we sit down with Chris Doyle, a seasoned Data Strategist, to explore the intricacies of implementing an effective data strategy. With over two decades of experience collaborating with prominent organisations, Chris brings invaluable insights into driving and delivering data strategies. Having worked across various industries such as technology, finance, and entrepreneurship, his has developed a wealth of data knowledge. Chris' acute understanding of emerging trends and disruptive technologies has positioned him as a thought leader in his field.On this episode of "Lead with Data," we delve into:Defining a robust data strategyImplementing a data strategy effectivelyEnsuring scalability and adaptability in data infrastructureOvercoming challenges in promoting data literacyStrategies for improving data literacy effectivelyJoin us for an insightful discussion that promises valuable takeaways for all, along with some bonus nuggets on how to apply data to make sound investment decisions.

Our guest on this episode is Alex Russo, Program Manager of Data and Analytics at Chisholm Institute, one of Victoria's largest TAFEs, serving over 35,000 students. With a rich history across various roles at IBM, Alex brings extensive experience in spearheading technology and data projects across diverse domains.As the Program Manager of Data and Analytics, Alex is at the forefront of driving strategy and orchestrating a complex program of work aimed at implementing cutting-edge analytics solutions at Chisholm Institute. Alex shares with us the approach he has taken to deliver this program of work and the key differences in managing data programs versus more traditional programs of work.Tune into this engaging episode, which will provide you with some key takeaways and help you understand the data analytics program landscape.

Angela Anthony shares her journey into leadership, drawing on over three decades of experience as an inspiring female leader in technology. She is currently the Executive General Manager of IT & Digital at DuluxGroup, Angela's career includes leadership roles at major corporations in Australia and across Asia. She provides invaluable insights into her path to leadership, inspiring listeners with her expertise and dedication to driving change and fostering diversity and inclusiveness.In this episode, we explore:Angela's motivation for entering the technology and digital fieldThe challenges she encountered early in her career while establishing herselfThe unique perspective that women bring to leadership roles, particularly in technology and digital domainsThe essential qualities for success as a leader when managing diverse teams across technology and digital functionsTune in as Angela shares her wisdom and experiences, offering guidance for aspiring leaders in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and digital innovation.

In our latest episode, we delve into the importance of Data Storytelling with our esteemed guest, Ivan Dennis. With over two decades of expertise in business intelligence and analytics, Ivan thrives on the challenge of transforming raw data into actionable insights that drive growth and innovation. Ivan is currently the Head of BI and Analytics at LMG, a prominent player in broker financial services, Ivan brings a wealth of experience to the table.Throughout his career, Ivan has amassed an impressive track record in analytics, budgeting, forecasting, commercial insights, change management, and project leadership. His leadership has been instrumental in spearheading numerous large-scale projects that have yielded substantial improvements in performance and profitability.Beyond his professional achievements, Ivan is deeply passionate about mentoring and empowering his team and stakeholders with state-of-the-art data analysis and visualization techniques. Join us as we explore the art of Data Storytelling with Ivan Dennis and discover how it shapes the landscape of business intelligence and analytics.

Joining us today is Nate Carpenter, the Director of Empathic Data Insights. His consultancy is dedicated to enabling technology to create transformative solutions that empower individuals, break barriers, and amplify the voices of those whose experiences shape our world.Our discussion today dives into a topic we're passionate about raising awareness for. We'll be unpacking an article Nate authored, delving into the Value of Lived Experience in Business Intelligence and Data. The insights shared shed light on how lived experiences significantly influence and drive analytics. It was an enlightening conversation, illustrating the profound impact personal experiences have on interpreting data effectively within this field.Nate's exploration truly emphasises the importance of integrating personal experiences into analytics, making the data not just informative but relatable and meaningful.

Ben Kuppe is the Director of Business Intelligence at Monash Health, one of Victoria's largest health services providers. With a decade of dedication to Monash Health, Ben shares his journey and the evolution of a thriving Business Intelligence function. We delve into the challenges, setbacks, and invaluable lessons that shaped this capability. We unravel the intricacies of building and sustaining a value driven Business Intelligence capability within a complex healthcare environment. A very insightful discussion that showcases how you can have wins and successes in building a data-centric culture.

On this episode I talk to Rafael Mello who is the Data and Analytics Manager at Mindset Health who are a start up heath tech organisation. Rafael and I talk about what data and analytics looks like within a start up environment, how to set up a data function and his career journey to date.

My guest on the show today is Revital Rosenburg, Revi is currently the CDO of the Murdoch children's research institute. Having worked across a few different organisations across the medical and health sector, it’s really apparent how passionate she is about making data accessible in this sector. We talk about the benefits, how it could be made available, the challenges with access to data, the importance of having standards and creating more awareness around the interpretation of medical ecosystem.A great conversation that is very relatable for all of us. Just like many others in this field, she is eager to actively contribute to the much-needed transformation within the sector.

Tanya Graham, who is the Executive General Manager of Strategic Programs at Healthscope.With a diverse career spanning across various industries, Tanya brings a fresh perspective and a wealth of opportunities for new ideas and technologies to the organisations she has collaborated with. Tanya joined Healthscope at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, which presented her with the challenge of navigating an unfamiliar industry while operating in an environment that demanded swift responsiveness from the healthcare sector. During our conversation, Tanya shared her valuable experiences, highlighting the strategies implemented to address the challenges posed by the pandemic. She also emphasises the role of analytics in shaping their decision-making process and shed light on the initiatives being undertaken to aid in the recoveries that the industry was impacted with COVID-19.

David Rankin is currently the Director of Clinical Governance and Informatics at Cabrini Health. He is a highly accomplished Specialist Medical Practitioner with an impressive track record spanning over 30 years. Throughout his career, he has held numerous senior leadership positions in health service delivery and policy, demonstrating his extensive expertise in the field. David's experience is diverse and impactful. He has provided clinical governance to the medical services of a prominent teaching hospital, ensuring the highest standards of care. In this episode David shares with us his strategies and tips on how to overcome the challenges of getting data to specialists that then result in driving value. We talk about:What an ideal healthcare environment looks likeThe common challenges when delivering data to frontline staff such as specialists, doctors, etcStrategies that have worked for him and the importance of bridging this gap.

Wendy Chapman is the Director of Informatics at Melbourne University. She has a PhD in Medical Informatics from the University of Utah. Specialising in natural language processing (NLP), her research primarily revolves around the extraction of information from clinical reports. Wendy's contributions to the field extend beyond her individual research. She led the American Medical Informatics Association NLP Working Group and she actively collaborates with others in the development of shared conventions and resources for NLP. Today's show focuses on improving healthcare through innovation and technology. We discuss:The role of universities in healthcare data.Challenges faced by the healthcare sector.Leveraging data and technology for better healthcare.Benefits of adopting innovation and technology for analytics.The importance of digital health training.Tune in to explore how innovation and technology can revolutionise healthcare delivery.

Our guest on the show is Emily Ryder - Chief Analytics Officer for St John of God Health care. Emily is a highly experienced executive who possesses a wealth of knowledge in the health and private health insurance industries. She is also a Board chair for an NFP specialising in family violence housing and support services. Emily's has a proven background in implementing change programs by harnessing the power of data analytics and technology. She excels in leveraging digital technologies to enhance customer engagement and achieve favourable outcomes.In our first episode of this season Emily shares her experience of what Analytics looks like in the private healthcare sector. We discuss the following:An overview of the types of analytics that occur in the private healthcare sector, with a specific focus on hospitals.The key skills she believes are crucial for establishing a robust and effective team. The significance of fostering partnerships throughout the organization when implementing analytics initiatives. Professions that can seamlessly transition into roles involving medical and health data.Emily's thoughts on the future evolution of analytics in this domain.

It was an absolute pleasure to be joined by someone as successful and humble as Kendra Vant for the final episode of my female leader’s season of the Lead with Data podcast. What a great way to end the season hearing about Kendras journey to executive leadership. This is one for all to listen to.We talk about her career journey and discuss more about her experience towards executive leadership.Roadblocks or challenges towards the journey of executive leadershipKey attributes of an executive leader in data todayWhat attributes should you look for in your teamLearnings that help shape your careerHow you can build credibility as a leader

Kathryn has spent more than 15 years in government and banking and financial services combining analytics, innovation and customer-first thinking in a variety of analytics leadership roles. Having begun her career as a practitioner in Advanced Analytics, Kathryn brings an appreciation for the technical capabilities required to generate insight out of data.On this episode we talk about the importance of having a data strategy that meets your business needs.We cover:What a Data Strategy is?What makes a good strategy?How to ensure that a good strategy is tightly anchored to you business strategyWhat things should a data strategy cover and addressHow you quantify the value of Data and Analytics to an organisation’s bottom lineHow do you get executive buy-in for a Data Strategy

Clare has an impressive Data Analytics career having spent the early years of her career in consulting. She started her journey in mathematics and engineering and has had the opportunity to advise and work with global companies as they adapt and transform to the challenges and opportunities that data, technology and AI offer.She enjoys the pace of change and constant innovation in the world of data, data science and technology. Working with the leadership teams of industry giants in retail, oil and gas and manufacturing to adapt to the change that data can enable as well as developed, Clare has led teams of designers, data engineers and scientists to create innovative data products.On the show today we discuss the importance of Building the protocol and patterns when delivering data projects.What we mean when we say building a protocol or patternWhat are the benefits and why do we need themStrategies on how to introduce them into your functions and rolesHow to balance process v creativity Who needs to be involved

Su Jella is the Director of Data & Insights at Tennis Australia and has been recognised as one of the Top 25 Analytics Leaders in Australia. Having worked for some well known organisations she has built up her career as an accomplished Data Leader entirely on her own merits and determination. In this episode we talk about Su's journey to becoming a data leader and cover the things that she believes helped her get to where she is now. For those of you, who have the ambition to become a leader, Su highlights the importance of what you can do to control the steer of your career.We cover:The reasons why there is an under representation of females in this fieldWhat qualities does good leadership requireThe skill of moving away from being a technical practitioner to a leaderWhy females hold themselves backThe things organisations can do to increase awareness in curbing the gap

Kylie is the Senior Manager of Data Governance at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank. Having held several key roles across the business she is currently responsible for leading and rolling out the data governance strategy for the organisation. Being a topical subject where organisations are making this more of a priority, in this episode you will hear about Kylie’s experience and views on some the strategies that she has adopted to lead this enterprise level initiative.  We talk about: ·  How you get started with driving this on an enterprise level·  How to obtain the buy in and funding needed to set this up ·  The process of educating the business about data governance·  How culture and change play a key role in embedding data governance and how tonavigate the challenges.·  Whose responsibility is data governance

Deevya Kumar is an experienced Data leader who has worked across a broad range of industries and spent the last three years of her career focused on Data management and Data Governance. Deevya is passionate about Data Governance and building a community of Data Champions who can become advocates for driving best practice across Data management in organisations . She is recognized for her empathetic approach and abilities to lead and influence teams. In this topic we explore more about the role of data governance and how you can link data governance to drive business value and outcomes.

Lavinia Gordon is an experienced Data Leader who has forged her career from a medical science background to a Data and Analytics leader across the healthcare industry. Having had 20 years experience and significant healthcare acumen, she has been influential in driving strategy and decision making across some well known organisations. Lavinia is particularly passionate about data ethics, data strategy and the uplift of data literacy across organisations.In this episode we dive into her career coming from a medical background to leadership roles in a broader data and analytics role.We talk about:Transferable skills that can be bought acrossThe different approaches or processes could be adopted by having these skillsWhy people from a medical science background thrive in dataFuture developments in health and data

Episode 3 S2 – Scaling ML from Zero to 100 Machine Learning – Your organisation is ready but how do you get started and how do you successfully scale automation across your organisation? It was an absolute pleasure to have Sandhya Iyer on the podcast to share her experience and views on how to scale a ML function from Zero to 100.Sandhya is a well-respected Data leader and an active participant of the Data professional’s community in Australia. She is a Keynote speaker who has been voted amongst the Top 5 Analytics leaders in Australia by IAPA.Sandhya is passionate about introducing Technology and STEAM to the young female population and is a director and volunteer of an organisation called GO GIRL, GO FOR IT. They bring together roles models from the IT professions to excite and engage female students from Grade 5 to Year 12 by introducing them to the vast range of global, lucrative and varied career options in IT.In todays discussion we cover:•             How you get started with ML in an organisation that is new to ML.•             The process of scaling and taking ML to the next level•             The factors you need to consider to enable growth & adoption of ML.

We can all agree that mobiles have become one of most widely used pieces of technology given that it is literally at our finger tips. In todays episode I talk to Lexi Sydow who is the Head of Insights for data.ai (formerly App Annie) who are a company that combines consumer and market data to provide insights that are powered by AI. This is a really interesting discussion as Lexi provides some stats and insights into:What makes the Australian mobile market unique? Why mobile? And why a data-fueled mobile strategy? How have our habits changed during Are there any demographic differences we should note of? How does this data help businesses grow their top line? Definitely one to listen to whether you are in data or not.

As we kick off Season 2, I was delighted to have Dr Sarah Dods joins me to talk about her passion for Data Science and AI.Sarah has built her career at the cutting edge of new technologies, with a deep passion for realising economic and social outcomes from technology advances; bridging the gap between invention, market opportunities, and implementable solutions to create value that makes a difference. She is a fan of life-long learning, a driver of diversity, and an incurable optimist.  In this episode we cover:How Data and Data science has become it's own industryData V's Technology How does Data science and analytics in companies vary.How Data science can contribute to business value and ROI.Navigating challenges and driving in driving Data Science in organisations.By background, Dr Sarah Dods is a PhD qualified Physicist/Electrical Engineer with 20+ years of STEM-focused roles.  Her career spans Australia’s “deep-tech” innovation system, and includes industrial R&D, and a stint in academia solving problems in the NBN before it existed, co-founding a Silicon Valley spin-out.  She has led CSIRO research programs focused on helping our Health embrace Digital, and the Digital Economy, and was responsible for implementing CSIRO’s entrepreneurship program.  On the consulting side, she has run her own firm, as well as leading the data science practice at Arq Group.  Her corporate experience includes leadership roles with Telstra Health, Australia Post and AGL.

Joined by Cam Currie from Jugo Advisory, in this episode we discuss data transformation leadership and the emergence of data observability. Cam is a senior strategy and data transformation leader. He has a track record over 20+ years of setting strategic direction, transforming businesses, and delivering outstanding results, executing across large complex environments. Energised by leading strategic and data execution conversations, Cam joins the dots across senior executives and technology professionals to ensure a faster path to business and customer success.

Sandeep is experienced data, information and analytics professional adept in driving transformational change for organisations, leveraging good data management principles and industry best practices. An influential leader with the ability to develop business strategies to engage senior stakeholders and drive positive change in business outcomes. In this episode he shares his views on what data governance is and how you can use Data Governance to build a strong Data Culture.How to get buy in to roll out a data governance programWhere should data governance sit and whose ownership is itHow to define a data driven culture and strategiesHow to link data governance to data analytics practicesWhat key skillsets are essential to build your career and succeed in a data governance role

Darshil is an experienced data professional in developing and executing a use-case driven enterprise-wide Data Strategy aligned to the Business Strategy. Darshil has practical experience in all phases ofInformation Management like Big Data, Data Warehouse, Business Intelligence, Data Quality, Data Governance, establishing data operations starting from conceptualization to implementation.He is passionate about driving strategic outcomes through data and AI/ML at the scale, empowering people and businesses with deeply relevant communication and recommendations. Darshil is advocate of ‘data literacy for all’ which helps organizations to truly become a data driven organization.In this episode we cover:Why is data literacy becoming more important? How to build a data literate culture?The challenges faced in rolling out data literacyCan technology help build data literacy?  Does the new ML & AI play a role?

Dhivian Govender is the Chief Data, Analytics and Strategy Officer at Recoveriescorp, overseeing the strategy around how data and analytics is used to effectively and efficiently engage with customers.With over 20 years of experience in the data and analytics space he has a passion for turning data science and analytical findings into actionable insight and building and growing successful teams. He started his career hands on as an information analyst, progressing into data science/modelling roles and thereafter into management and executive management positions.Outside of work, Dhivian enjoys spending time with his 3 and 5 year old sons.

We have Jonas Christensen on the show today, he is an international keynote speaker on data science and analytics leadership, a postgraduate educator and advisor in the field of data science and machine learning, co-author of ‘Demystifying AI for the Enterprise: A Playbook for Business Value and Digital Transformation’ and host of the Leaders of Analytics podcast. He holds a Masters of International Finance and a Masters of Accounting from Deakin University as well as a Bachelor of Economics and Business Administration from Copenhagen Business School.Jonas is passionate about what data science and AI can do for the world of business and beyond. He believes data science and AI will be as revolutionary to the way we do business and interact with each other as IT and personal computing has been over the past 40 years.

Cam Towt is the Founder and Director of Tiio which has a proud alliance partnership with Robinson Ryan. Cam has built a career in the data and analytics industry over the last 20 years starting out as a data analytics practitioner. He went on to forge a successful leadership career in developing data management, governance and risk management capability working for companies such as GE, Australia Post and AGL. He is a published psychology researcher and has led community partnerships and cultural change initiatives around mental health and gender equality. Cam's professional interests are centred around the intersection of the law, ethics, the use of data, and the rights of humans. Cam's goal is to be an influential industry leader in the data governance, ethics and risk field in Australia, and help others develop their data management careers and achieve success. 

Janice is an analytics leader with a strong commercial acumen gained from a 20 year career spanning analytics, business process improvement, strategy, internal audit and consulting. She is passionate about using data to drive informed decision making and has a proven track record in mentoring and developing successful teams.In her last role, Janice transformed her organisations approach to data analytics by introducing a cloud-based enterprise data lake and data visualisation tools which is what we dive into for this episode. She has held prior roles as GM of Revenue Assurance at Telstra, and has led large-scale data analytics programs of work and internal audit/consulting roles for both Ernst & Young and Arthur Anderson. Janice also recently completed a three-year board term for Retina Australia Victoria, a not-for-profit that funds research into curing blindness.

In this episode we talk about how to make Data a useful and usable part of everyone’s job!  I am joined by Kshira Saagar is the Chief Data Officer (CDO) of Latitude Financial Services. Latitude is Australia’s biggest non-bank lender, digital payments, and finance company with over 2.7 million customers across Australia and New Zealand. At Latitude, Kshira is currently working on enabling the enterprise to make faster and smarter data-driven decisions and oversees all the data science processes and infrastructure from data collection and governance to algorithmic decision tools development. He has been consecutively recognised among the Top 10 Analytics Leaders in Australia, for 2019, 2020 and 2021.Before Latitude, Kshira had performed in different senior and leadership data roles at Global Fashion Group, Equifax, Fairfax Media, and Mu Sigma Inc. He has over a decade of experience in data science solution development and analytics problem-solving for retail, telecom and insurance markets, including fortune 100 clients. He also has professional data analytics experience in media, healthcare, aviation, logistics, and FMCG industries.Kshira strongly believes that every organisation can become truly data-driven. At every place he has worked, working and will work - he likes to go back to the fundamentals, asking people to ask more questions of data and being a tough taskmaster on getting actionable outcomes from data, on all possible occasions. Outside work, Kshira spends a lot of time on advancing data literacy initiatives for high school and undergrad students.We cover if being fully digital make companies more data driven, how organisations can build and support self service capabilities, tips and strategies for increasing data literacy and the approach and framework for analytics capability for new products.