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How I Met Your DataMastering the Art of Negotiation with Rachel Moore BestWelcome to another episode of "How I Met Your Data" with your hosts Sandy Estrada and Anjali Bansal. Join us in this engaging conversation as we bid Sandy farewell on her new venture and welcome Rachel Moore Best, a renowned negotiation expert and lecturer at MIT. In this episode, Rachel shares her journey from music studies to becoming a negotiation specialist, emphasizing the significance of negotiation beyond the boardroom and into everyday life. Discover the power of negotiation in enhancing communication, collaboration, and influence within teams while navigating complex dynamics and decision-making. Perfect for data practitioners, engineers, or anyone...2025-03-1249 minHow I Met Your DataUnlocking the Secrets of Data Governance with Carly Van Zandt - 201Welcome to Season 2 of "How I Met Your Data," where hosts Sandy Estrada and Anjali Bansal dive into the dynamic world of data.
In this episode, they chat with guest Carly Van Zandt, Senior Director of Data Governance at Fresenius Medical Care. Carly shares her fascinating journey from biology to data governance, highlighting her innovative approach to demonstrating the ROI of governance efforts, even with a small team. Discover how Carly's unique methodology has transformed data practices and learn about the real-world examples she used to gain executive buy-in. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the impact o...2025-02-0143 minHow I Met Your DataSeason Finale and Sabbatical Adventures - 112Welcome to the season finale of "How I Met Your Data," where hosts Sandy Estrada and Anjali Bansal guide you through the dynamic world of data. In this episode, Sandy shares highlights from her recent sabbatical, exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Olympic National Park and the vibrant culture of Barcelona. Anjali recounts her own summer adventures in Yellowstone and Hilton Head, emphasizing the stunning beauty and wildlife of America's national parks.
As they reflect on the season, Sandy and Anjali discuss listener engagement and the success of various episodes, highlighting insights from data-driven sports success to the...2024-10-2629 minHow I Met Your DataTransforming Data Culture: A Conversation with Malcolm Hawker - 110Welcome to another episode of How I Met Your Data! In this episode, hosts Sandy Estrada and Anjali Bansal are thrilled to welcome Malcolm Hawker, a seasoned expert in data and analytics with over 25 years of experience. Currently the Chief Data Officer at Prophecy, Malcolm shares his insights on master data management and data governance.
The episode kicks off with a discussion about the recent CDOIQ conference in Boston, where Anjali and Malcolm co-hosted a session. They delve into the topics covered during their session, emphasizing the need for transforming data culture within organizations. Malcolm highlights the...2024-08-0750 minHow I Met Your DataUnraveling Data Partnerships: Insights with Stefanie Gervasi of Alation - 109This week, Anjali Bansal and Sandy Estrada, welcome Stefanie Gervasi, the Director of U.S. Partnerships and Alliances for Alation. Alation is a leading provider of data cataloging and governance solutions designed to empower organizations to harness the power of their data effectively.
In this episode, they dive into the intricate relationships between software companies, consulting firms, and data executives. They also discuss the importance of partnerships, the role of consulting firms in guiding clients, and the critical factors for successful collaborations. Whether you're a data executive, a consulting firm, or a software vendor, this episode offers a...2024-07-0844 minHow I Met Your DataNavigating AI with Junaid Farooq - 107Join Sandy Estrada and Anjali Bansal in this exciting episode of "How I Met Your Data" as they welcome Junaid Farooq, a seasoned expert in data governance and strategy currently leading enterprise data initiatives at First Citizens Bank. Junaid shares his journey and insights on data democratization, data governance, and the impact of AI on data management.
Discover how First Citizens Bank navigated through significant acquisitions and the challenges they faced in integrating data and aligning on culture. Junaid also discusses the essential disciplines of data management and offers advice on staying versatile and continuously learning in t...2024-06-1236 minHow I Met Your DataData-Driven Success in Sports with Erin Kelly - 106Welcome to this episode of "How I Met Your Data." Join hosts Sandy and Anjali as they delve into a captivating conversation with Erin Kelly from Kraft Analytics Group (KAGR). Erin, the Senior Vice President of Enterprise Solutions and Strategy, shares her experiences and insights on how KAGR, leverages data management, advanced analytics, and strategic consulting to help sports teams and leagues run their business more efficiently.
Erin discusses the importance of understanding fans beyond ticketing, the rise of sophisticated sponsorship analytics, and the impact of pop culture phenomena like Taylor Swift on sports viewership.
...2024-05-2943 minHow I Met Your DataNavigating the AI Frontier with Laura Grace Ellis - 105Join us for an enlightening episode of "How I Met Your Data" as hosts Sandy Estrada and Anjali Bansal explore the dynamic world of artificial intelligence with Laura Grace Ellis, Vice President of Data and AI at Rapid7. Laura shares her journey and expertise, discussing the challenges and strategies of AI implementation in organizations, with a focus on efficiency, scalability, and enablement.
Discover how Laura's role has evolved to lead both data and AI operations at Rapid7, and learn about her involvement with Women Leaders in Data and AI.
She offers valuable insights into prioritizing...2024-05-1532 minHow I Met Your DataBridging the Data Divide with Rachel Workman - 104In this episode of "How I Met Your Data," hosts Sandy Estrada and Anjali Basal touch on their recent experiences at pivotal data management conferences, sharing insights from FIMA in Boston and Data Universe in New York. They discuss the latest in GenAI, networking opportunities, and the dynamic interplay of ideas at these community events.
Joining them is Rachel Workman, VP of Data at SoundCommerce, who sheds light on her unconventional journey through the data landscape. Rachel offers a deep dive into the often-overlooked gap between data teams and business operations within many organizations.
The...2024-05-1343 minHow I Met Your DataSnowflake, What The Mesh?! Featuring James Anderson - 103In this episode of How I Met Your Data, we welcome James Anderson, ex-consultant and current Director of Cloud Data Architecture at Snowflake. Hosts Sandy Estrada and Anjali Bansal engage in a comprehensive discussion covering Snowflake's advanced capabilities, the intricacies of dashboards, and the broader future of data work.
The conversation covers a lot of ground from the critical importance of aligning business goals with data initiatives, the value of Return on Investment (ROI), and the creation of data products. We discuss the dangers of focusing too narrowly on specific use-cases, the benefits of reusability in data pro...2024-04-1737 minHow I Met Your DataThe Data Consultant Triage - 102On today’s episode of How I Met Your Data, Sandy Estrada & Anjali Bansal dive into the heart of organizational challenges and triumphs in the realm of data governance, technology adoption, and the ever-evolving landscape of Gen AI.
With excitement still buzzing from our launch, we’re tackling the surprises and insights that have emerged from our conversations over the last couple of weeks. From the dual-edged sword of policy and change resistance in data governance to the shadows where Gen AI is being forged, we’re unpacking what it means to navigate the complex tapestry of modern organizations.
We also expl...2024-04-0329 min
How I Met Your DataOur First Rodeo - 101Welcome to our debut episode of "How I Met Your Data," a podcast that aims to break down the complexities of the data world from a human perspective. Today's episode briefly introduces your hosts, Sandy Estrada and Anjali Bansal. We hope you enjoy it and decide to join us on this journey by subscribing!
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