Send us a textIn this episode of Data Analytics Chat, we welcome Shourabh Mukherji, a data and analytics expert with 25 years of experience at major firms such as Chubb and JPMorgan Chase. Shourabh shares his journey from starting a small enterprise in India to working with senior executives in the United States. The discussion examines his career milestones, key challenges, and the vital leadership skills required in the industry. The data topic explores essential data management principles, the importance of aligning data strategies with business objectives, and the role of AI and new technologies in modern enterprises. Shourabh emphasises the significance of building strong data foundations and fostering empathy within teams to drive successful data-driven decisions.00:00 A Defining Moment: Leap of Faith01:19 Introduction to Data Analytics Chat02:08 Shourabh Mukherji's Career Journey07:07 Challenges and Defining Moments09:47 Building Trust and Stakeholder Management15:57 Key Skills for Leadership22:32 Core Data Management Principles25:38 Understanding Business Needs Before Data Management26:42 Centralised vs. Embedded Data Quality Ownership28:09 The Importance of Needs Analysis in Data Management31:54 Identifying and Prioritising Business Needs34:15 Building a Strong Data Solution Framework40:05 Effective Data Distribution for Decision Making42:53 Aligning Business Objectives with Data Initiatives44:42 Evolving Data Management Strategies with AIThank you for listening!
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How Hard Is It to Get Things Done in Data Projects
Send us a textIn this episode of Data Analytics Chat, we sit down with Juan Gorricho, a leader in data analytics with experience at top companies like Walt Disney, Visa, and TD Bank. Now the founder of Strategic Data Transformation, Juan shares his journey in the data field, the challenges of delivering data projects, the importance of aligning data projects with business goals, and managing expectations amid the AI hype. He also provides leadership lessons, emphasising the value of empathy, listening, and team growth. 00:00 Introduction to Data Analytics Chat00:07 Guest Introduction: Juan Gorricho Career Journey01:00 Early Career and Education01:37 The Intersection of Data, Technology, and Business06:05 Challenges and Success in Data Projects11:46 Managing Expectations in the AI Hype Cycle15:25 Leadership Lessons and Team Management23:36 Influences and Principles of Leadership27:22 Breaking into Leadership: Overcoming Fears and Embracing Change29:56 The Importance of Servant Leadership30:45 Challenges in Data Projects: Business Alignment and Adoption34:23 Human and Cultural Roadblocks in Data Projects43:22 The Role of Communication in Data Project Success52:03 Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Success in Data ProjectsThank you for listening!
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How Gen AI and Agents Are Reshaping The Game
Send us a textIn this episode of Data Analytics Chat, we sit down with Dushyanth Sekhar, Head of AI and Data Platforms at S&P Global. Dush shares key insights from his career journey, emphasising the importance of learning from failures in the AI space. He discusses his transition from a non-technology background to leading AI and data initiatives, the role of continuous learning, and the significance of setting a vision and promoting a risk-taking culture in leadership. The conversation highlights the strategic implementation of generative AI and agents in transforming data workflows and enhancing company growth. 00:00 Embracing Failures in AI01:07 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest01:50 Career Journey and Early Beginnings03:03 Transition to AI and Key Learnings04:19 Defining Moments and Career Decisions05:33 Moving to the US and Professional Growth10:16 Leadership Insights and Risk-Taking17:19 Staying Updated in a Fast-Paced Field19:36 Excitement for the Future of AI21:10 Overestimating Risk and Underestimating Opportunity21:54 The Evolution of Language Models at S&P23:49 Integrating AI into Workflows28:31 Enhancing and Creating New Products with LLMs30:54 Future-Proofing and Optimising with AI37:19 The Role of Agents in AI40:19 Lessons Learned from AI Integration41:40 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThank you for listening!
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How Agentic AI Will Impact Business
Send us a textIn this episode of Data Analytics Chat, we welcome Sundip Gorai, Global Head of Data Science and AI at Global Payments, a Fortune 500 company. Sundip shares insights from his expansive career journey, which spans across various industries like banking and manufacturing, and discusses how agentic AI is revolutionising business. He offers insight into AI strategy, the challenges of adopting AI, and the importance of striking a balance between technology and ethics and social responsibility. Sundip also reflects on the future of work, the impact of AI on jobs, and the need for continuous learning in this rapidly evolving field.00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Leadership01:04 Welcome to Data Analytics Chat02:18 Sundip Gorai's Career Journey08:11 Defining Moments and Challenges in Career17:17 Leadership Skills and Attributes19:47 Meditation and Stress Management24:10 Approaching AI Strategy28:54 Choosing the Right Tools for AI Strategy29:04 The Unchanging Layers of AI Strategy30:01 The Obsession with Tools and Technologies31:07 Understanding Agent AI34:07 Industries Adopting Agent AI39:01 Challenges in Deploying AI43:15 Impact of AI on Jobs and Skills49:10 Future of Business and Mankind with AIThank you for listening!
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How a Measured Data Stack Can Impact Business Decisions
Send us a textIn this episode of Data Analytics Chat, host Ben welcomes Matthew Paruthickal, Global Head of Data and AI Architecture Engineering at Sanofi, to discuss the evolution of data technology from single-box systems to agent AI. They explore Matthew's career journey, the importance of solving business problems with technology, and the significant moments that shaped his approach to data. Topics include the layered data stack, overcoming technical and organisational challenges, the role of trust and speed in data, and how businesses can leverage AI for better decision-making. 00:00 The Evolution of Data and AI00:48 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest01:48 Matthew's Career Journey02:17 Technological Shifts in Data Management03:46 The Importance of Trust and Speed in Data07:40 Defining Moments and Career Setbacks09:46 Mentorship and Business Value16:51 Building a Layered Data Stack19:09 Understanding the Layered Data Stack20:12 Challenges in Executing a Layered Data Stack21:14 Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach22:07 The Importance of Business Focus23:53 Aligning Data Stack with Strategic Decision Making26:30 E-commerce Data Challenges and Solutions29:14 Common Difficulties in Data Tool Investments31:17 Evaluating New Data Tools35:27 Balancing Automation with Real-Time Insights37:12 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThank you for listening!
🎧 Welcome to Data Analytics Chat – the podcast where data meets real careers. Data isn’t just numbers; it’s a journey. Each episode, we explore a key topic shaping the world of data analytics while also discussing the career paths of our guests.This podcast brings together top experts to share:- Insights on today’s biggest data trends- The challenges they’ve faced (and how they overcame them)- Their career journeys, lessons learned, and advice for the next generation of data professionalsThis isn’t just a podcast, it’s a community for anyone passionate about data and the people behind it.👉 Hit subscribe and join us on the journey. Connect with host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben---parker/
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