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Smart Enterprises: AI FrontiersThe Data Executive's Guide to Effective AIThis podcast, based on "The Data Executive's Guide to Effective AI" by Jennifer Belissent, explores the five stages of an effective AI transformation journey. Join us as we speak with data executives from leading companies like Siemens Energy, Air Canada, and State Street Alpha, as they share their experiences, challenges, and best practices for implementing and scaling AI initiatives. We will cover key concerns, including data leakage, bias, and job disruption, and provide practical tips for navigating the complex world of enterprise AI.This title and description leverage the source's title and key concepts to create a compelling and...2024-11-1522 min
Data-powered Innovation JamData diversity is wokeGet ready for a compelling discussion on diversity in data! Expanding perspectives always uncovers fresh insights and new opportunities—and this is especially true in the world of data. Joining us is Jennifer Belissent, Principal Data Strategist at Snowflake, whose career journey embodies diversity itself. From Peace Corps volunteer to academic researcher, market analyst at Forrester, Jennifer brings a wealth of unique experiences to the table. In this episode, our hosts dive into diversity in data from multiple angles: internal vs. external, structured vs. unstructured, public vs. private, and even whether CDOs should come from dat...2024-10-0241 min
#TrueDataOpsJennifer Daniell Belissent, PhD - #TrueDataOps Podcast Ep.31 (S2, Ep13)In this episode of the #TrueDataOps Podcast, host Kent Graziano, also known as The Data Warrior, is joined by Dr. Jennifer Daniell Belissent, the principal data strategist at Snowflake. This episode takes us through Jennifer's intriguing journey from econometrics to her significant role in shaping data strategy at Snowflake. Also, delves into the critical importance of a solid data foundation for successful AI initiatives, highlighting the motto "no AI strategy without a data strategy." Explore the concept of data products, their significance, and the shift in mindset required for organizations to create and utilize these assets effectively. The discussion...2024-04-0236 min
Data RadicalsThe Human Side of Data LeadershipOver the last two seasons of Data Radicals, we’ve seen that data experts have been promoted to leadership roles. It’s proof that organizations are seeing the value of data and the significance of establishing a data culture.In this episode, you’ll hear from past guests like Stan McChrystal, Tricia Wang, and Paul Leonardi as they discuss traits of a successful data leader, adapting your data strategies, and the importance of soft skills.--------“I found that if I told somebody to do a task, they might try to do that task. Bu...2023-09-1324 minData RadicalsData Governance 101: All You Need to Know (But Were Afraid to Ask)Data governance isn’t easy. It demands a vision, strategy, and clear-cut plan that ultimately supports the business. Many have tried, and failed, to lead governance initiatives. What can we learn from the rare few who have led these tricky projects to success?Learn top tips in this supercut episode, which compiles the best data governance advice from season 1. Featuring Bob Seiner of KIK Consulting, Jennifer Belissent, Principal Data Strategist at Snowflake, Francesco Marzoni, CDO of Inkga Group, Michelle Hoiseth, former CDO of Parexel, and more!--------“We were, very much, very careful abou...2023-01-1815 min
Data Driven CXWith Guest Jennifer Belissent: Data Driven CX in the Telco IndustryMeet Jennifer Belissent, customer-facing, data-driven strategy professional with vertical industry and technology domain knowledge, currently Principal Data Strategist at Snowflake. As our guest in this episode of the Data Driven CX podcast series, she will put a spotlight on what data means within Telco companies and beyond. She will share some fascinating examples of how Telcos have contributed to consumer or citizen experiences by sharing data with other organizations. From a business perspective she will highlight how data can be leveraged internally or monetized as ‘data products’, ultimately contributing to better customer experience. In this episod...2022-11-1828 minData RadicalsEmerging from the Data Dark Ages with Jennifer Belissent, Principal Data Strategist, SnowflakeYou may not realize it, but data literacy is an issue that affects everyone. From the mom-and-pop shop around the corner to the Fortune 500 C-suite, everyone has skin in the game. Yet, how to teach data literacy is still not widely understood or prioritized by data leaders. That needs to change, and the first step is listening to today’s episode.We’re talking with Jennifer Belissent, Principal Data Strategist at Snowflake, about tackling data literacy. She shares how data literacy impacts everything from smart cities, to your local grocery store, to your corner office. Tune in to l...2022-01-1934 min
The Data Cloud PodcastNavigating the Data Economy with Jennifer Belissent, Principal Analyst at ForresterJennifer Belissent works for the market research firm Forrester Research as an analyst focused on the data economy. Her research and analysis have appeared in media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, Time, Computer Weekly, and CIO Magazine. She also has industry experience having worked 8 years at Sun Microsystems.In this episode, Jennifer dives deep into the data economy. She talks about where the industry goes from here, the evolution of data cloud solutions, data commercialization, and much more.--------How you approach data will define what’s possible for your organization. Da...2020-07-1440 min
What It MeansData Literacy: The Secret To Customer ObsessionThe key to becoming customer-obsessed is turning data into insights. In this episode, Principal Analyst Jennifer Belissent provides guidance on how to make your enterprise more data-literate.2020-03-2627 minWhat It MeansThe economics of dataData is currency and has value, but the majority of firms have not baked data into their economics. Principal Analyst Jennifer Belissent discusses the dynamic world of data and how companies can use data to drive revenue.2018-01-2521 min
Game-Changing Smart Cities of the Future, Presented by SAPSmart Cities of the Future: Challenges and Great ExpectationsThe buzz: “I have an affection for a great city” (H. W. Longfellow, 1886). News flash: By 2050, over 70% of the world will live in cities (U.N., 2014). Combined with the digital revolution, this accelerated urbanization presents cities with challenges and opportunities to meet citizens’ and businesses’ transportation, water, energy and safety needs. What do Smart Cities experts predict for 2017? Welcome to our new series. The experts speak. Marlyn Zelkowitz, SAP: “To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete” (R. Buckminster Fuller). Ruthbea Yesner Clark, IDC: “Last guys don’t finish nice“ (Saul Alinsky). Jennifer Belissent, PhD, Forrester: “Data...2017-01-1059 min
The HeretechThe Heretech podcast, episode 3Forrester senior analyst Jennifer Belissent talks about how technology companies can tap emerging markets. Plus, tips for avoiding the potholes on the road to expanding business internationally. All that, and French language tips, in episode 3 of the Heretech podcast.2010-03-0800 min
The Heretech podcastThe Heretech, episode 3: Jennifer BelissentForrester senior analyst Jennifer Belissent talks about how technology companies can tap emerging markets. Plus, tips for avoiding the potholes on the road to expanding business internationally. All that, and French language tips, in episode 3 of the Heretech podcast.2009-05-1300 min