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Making Data Matter13. Building and Executing a Data Strategy as a Chief Data Officer - Olivia Kew-Fickus In this episode of Making Data Matter, we are joined by Olivia Kew-Fickus - Chief Data Officer at Vanderbilt University.This conversation offers you insights about:What does a Chief Data Officer do?How do you form a data strategy for your organization?Managing the complexities of systems in higher educationCollecting data to measure student outcomesand more.Olivia Kew-Fickus | LinkedIn2024-11-1337 min
Making Data Matter12. Collaboration in non-profit health care data - Jessi SmithIn this episode of Making Data Matter, we are joined by Jessi Smith - Business Intelligence Manager at CareOregon.This conversation offers you insights about:Data cloud migration wins and roadblocksManaging Expectations with stakeholdersAll the moving pieces required for successful data governanceand more.Jessi Smith (she/her) | LinkedInCareOregon - Home2024-11-0535 min
Making Data Matter11. Increasing capacity in HBCUs with Data and Analytics - Phillip WallaceIn this episode of Making Data Matter we sit down with Phillip Wallace - Director of Knowledge Management at UNCF (United Negro College Fund).We shared a ton of laughs as Phillip offered his insights for you into - How data is used to increase impact in Higher Ed- The role of Qualitative and Quantitative Analytics- The different functions or personas of a data professional- The similarities between preaching and data analytics- and more.Phillip...2024-10-2246 min
Making Data Matter10. Designing Data for humans, creativity, and storytelling - Matt BrodieIn this episode, we sit down with guest Matt Brodie - Data Storyteller at Power to ChangeYou will gain insights into:How to apply design thinking to data work.What are ways you can bring art and creativity to technology.Why you should integrate different disciplines into your data thinking.How to design data tools with human experience in mind.and more.Matt Brodie | LinkedInPower to Change2024-09-2636 min
Making Data Matter9. Decentralizing data and using finance to drive impact - Matt BenfordIn this episode, we sit down with guest Matt Benford - CFO at Community Action Partnership Sonoma CountyYou will gain insights into:How finance drives impact in community servicesWays to build trust when decentralizing data and responsibility.How to lead with curiosity Integrating finance, data, and strategy in non-profit work.and more.Matt Benford | LinkedInSonoma CAN2024-09-1148 min
Making Data Matter8. How to build a data culture that feeds your soul and mission - Emily Hicks-RotellaIn this episode, we sit down with guest Emily Hicks-Rotella - Data & Technology Strategist at Make Tech Work For YouYou will gain insights into:How to understand and develop a data culture at your non-profit.What are key principles for adult learning tech and data How to approach program evaluation and data with humility and couragePractical ways to develop a Data Tech role at your organizationand more.Emily Hicks-Rotella | LinkedInMake Tech Work For You2024-08-2948 min
Making Data Matter7. Making 1% improvements with data to change lives - Sam ElliottIn this episode, we sit down with guest Sam Elliott - Director, Data and Analytics at Calgary Homeless FoundationYou will gain insights into:Innovating with data to improve real people's livesNavigating the challenges of data collection and data management for various programs and servicesHow to measure progress and KPIs for serving people experiencing homelessness.How to increase the maturity of data in an organization that's ready to be data-drivenand more.Sam Elliott | LinkedInCalgary Homeless2024-08-1538 min
Making Data Matter6. Cohorts and Bootcamps - Learning and growing with data this summerIn this episode Troy and I share about two different data learning experiences we've been a part of. Troy in a technical bootcamp and Sawyer with a data leadership cohort.We discuss:Tech stacks, open source tools, and big dataLearning experiences and methodsLeadership vs. individual contributor problems and challengesand more.Technical and Strategic Data Leader cohort.Join the DataExpert.io Academy2024-08-0237 min
Making Data Matter5. How to get leadership to notice you and practical tips for measuring success.No guest interview today - A solo Episode with Sawyer. This is an audio recording of a recent presentation from a Linkedin Webinar. You can find the video version of this presentation here.In this episode covers: Why is measuring success for data teams so hard? What are the consequences of doing this poorly?What are the results when data teams do define and measure their success? A practical framework for defining success metrics.Tactical tips for designing metricsExamples of how this works in practice.Sawyer P...2024-07-0940 min
Making Data Matter4. How to design and build a data architecture for maximum impact - James Serra In this episode, we sit down with guest James Serra - Technical Data Architect at Microsoft.We discuss:What is a data architecture and what purpose does it serve in an organization?History of data architecture, data technologies, and how some things haven't changed.How to decide on a data architecture based on the size and maturity of your organization.Data Mesh, decentralization vs centralization, and picking and choosing the best pieces for your data architecture.and more.James Serra | LinkedInJames Serra's Blog2024-06-1949 min
Making Data Matter3. Avoiding vanity metrics, making decisions, and driving outcomes with marketing data - Josh BurnsIn this episode, we sit down with guest Josh Burns - Founder and CEO of Spark Collective - a Digital Marketing agency for nonprofits.We discuss:Why marketing matters for nonprofitsHow do you make data-driven decisions about marketing?What are some fundamental marketing best practices for nonprofits?How do you decide which metrics to track in your marketing campaigns?and more.Josh Burns | LinkedInSpark Collective2024-06-0544 min
Making Data Matter2. Data and Digital Transformation in the Northern Woods of Michigan - Jim BennettIn this episode, we sit down with guest Jim Bennett - Director of Business Operations and Technology at Camp Barakel.We discuss:Jim's background in enterprise consulting and how he ended up at a small camp in Northern MichiganHow Jim has tackled strategic digital transformations for a historically low-tech organization.What skills are needed to be successful in data and consultingHow Jim took a risk hiring an early career Sawyer. and more.Jim Bennett | LinkedInCamp Barakel2024-05-2241 min
Making Data Matter1. How Data & AI are changing Healthcare for good - Joe SquireIn this episode, we sit down with guest Joe Squire - Director of Analytics & Data Science at UPMC.We discuss:How Joe transitioned into data after beginning his career as a nurse.Partnership with business areas to improve and align outcomes.Uses and adoption of AI among data professionals.Ways AI can improve healthcare access and outcomes for patients,and more.Joe's LinkedIn2024-05-0847 min
Making Data MatterWelcome to Making Data Matter - Episode 0Welcome to Making Data Matter, where we have conversations about data and non-profit leadership. With practical insights into the intersection of non-profit mission, strategy, and data.2024-05-0112 min