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People of DataHow data powers Oscar Health’s mission to transform HealthcareHow does Oscar Health harness data to transform healthcare? Join Theivanai Palaniappan as she shares how data powers personalized plans, ensures cost transparency, and drives innovation. From AI tools to centralized governance, discover the strategies that make healthcare more accessible and member-focused. Tune in for insights on leading impactful data teams!2025-02-1820 min
People of DataEmpowering thousands with data: Haleon’s data literacy journeyKK’s work has laid a solid foundation for Haleon’s data-driven future. As Haleon continues its journey, the focus will be on refining AI practices, ensuring responsible data use, and empowering even more employees with the tools and understanding they need to leverage data confidently in their roles.
2025-01-2120 min
People of DataDemocratizing Data Tools at UpsolverTuli, Head of Data at Upsolver, shares how her team keeps data simple and powerful, from leveraging Iceberg to crafting customer-centered insights. She dives into Upsolver’s agile culture, making data accessible without over-engineering, and offers tips on balancing small data challenges with big strategic wins.
2025-01-2121 min
People of DataThe power of a multi-platform stack: CoverMyMeds’ approach to dataSacha, VP of Data Science at CoverMyMeds, shares how his team uses data to make medication more accessible and affordable. He dives into the company’s startup culture and talks about the challenges of centralizing data while staying compliant.
2025-01-2120 min
People of DataEmpowering thousands with data: Haleon’s data literacy journeyKK, former CDO of Haleon, shares how he built a data-driven culture at one of the world’s top health companies. He dives into Haleon’s data setup, the global impact of ‘AI Accelerate Day,’ and his tips for leading impactful data teams.
2025-01-2120 min
People of DataThe power of a multi-platform stack: CoverMyMeds’ approach to dataSacha, VP of Data Science at CoverMyMeds, shares how his team uses data to make medication more accessible and affordable. He dives into the company’s startup culture and talks about the challenges of centralizing data while staying compliant.
2025-01-2120 min
People of DataLess is more: Inside Personio’s powerful, lean data teamMarienne, VP of Data at Personio, shares how his lean data team drives a big impact at Europe’s leading HR software company. He reveals Personio’s unique data setup, their biggest wins like the ‘Voice of Customer’ tool, and tips on building a high-impact team that’s both business-savvy and technically strong.
2025-01-2120 min
People of DataDriving financial freedom with dataJoin Maddie Daianu, Head of Data at Credit Karma, as she shares how her team uses over 60,000 data points per member to deliver personalized financial guidance. From building powerful recommendation engines to harnessing Gen AI for smarter tools, Maddie dives into her leadership tips, data wins, and what’s next for Credit Karma’s innovative journey.
2025-01-2120 min
People of DataHow Decathlon uses data to optimize in-store operationsJoin Anandita Misra, Global Director of Knowledge Activation and Trust at Decathlon, as she shares how data drives innovation at the world’s largest sports retailer. From scaling GenAI to improving customer experiences, Misra dives into her team’s wins, challenges, and plans for the future—all while balancing trust, governance, and cutting-edge AI.
2025-01-2120 min
People of DataHow Deepgram is making AI interaction colloquialIn this episode, Lauren Sypniewski shares how Deepgram is redefining voice AI by building models that feel human. She talks about scaling data operations, crafting multilingual models, and tackling real-time conversational challenges. Lauren’s insights on curiosity-driven teamwork and focusing on what matters most will inspire anyone passionate about solving big problems in AI and data.
2025-01-2122 min
People of DataData-driven banking: Inside Lloyds' 350-year transformationDive into Lloyds Banking Group’s data transformation with Boteju. Learn how data powers personalized banking, AI innovation, and decision-making across 350 years of history. From building a culture of curiosity to modernizing legacy systems, discover what’s next for Lloyds’ data-driven future.2025-01-2121 min
People of DataFast data for fast deliveries: Inside Rappi's data cultureDiscover how Rappi uses data to power rapid deliveries, personalized recommendations, and fintech operations. Zhong shares insights on Rappi’s data culture, tools like Snowflake and Fivetran, and his team’s biggest wins, from real-time insights to scaling efficiency.2025-01-2122 min
People of DataHow Samsara’s Attribution Model Turns Data into GoldAs organizations grow, staying connected across functions becomes a challenge. Kiriti Manne from Samsara shares how they balance centralized data with team collaboration, creating a unified approach that turns data into a powerful tool for business success.
2024-09-2521 min
People of DataImproving Gong’s customer retention with predictive data analyticsWith all the hype around Gen AI, real-world applications are rare—but Gong’s got it figured out. Mike reveals how Gong uses predictive analytics and Gen AI to reduce churn and keep customers happy. It’s all about making smarter decisions, boosting retention, and using tech that’s as cool as it is effective.
2024-09-2521 min
People of DataLeveraging AI to make data accessible across FreshworksCurious about how Freshworks turns data into a competitive edge? Sachin shares how they democratize data, leverage self-service BI, and bring AI to life with real-time analytics. Get an inside look at how Freshworks is making data accessible, scalable, and game-changing.
2024-09-2521 min
People of DataMalt’s data ROI framework to prove your data team’s worth in big, bold numbersEver wondered about the true ROI of data? Anaïs Ghelfi breaks down how Malt’s data team is proving that data is more than a buzzword—it’s a business game-changer. From boosting efficiency to driving revenue, Anaïs shares the real-world impact of data-driven decisions at Malt.
2024-09-2521 min
People of DataThe swiss knife approach to data team at EQOM GroupEver wondered how a lean data team operates like internal consultants? Irina takes us inside EQOM’s unique approach, where a small but mighty data team runs like independent freelancers—juggling projects, wearing many hats, and keeping the company agile and data-driven.2024-09-2521 min
People of DataMaking data literacy within Virgin O2 a core competencyHow do big organizations like Virgin Media O2 make data literacy a must-have skill? Bhagya shares how their Data University is transforming the way employees engage with data, turning insights into action at every level of the company.
2024-09-2520 min
People of DataPleo's proactive data strategy for customer successIn this episode, learn how Pleo leverages data to create a customer-centric culture that drives loyalty and innovation. Sriram shares insights into the strategies that turn data into action, helping Pleo stay ahead of customer needs and industry trends.
2024-09-2521 min
People of DataHow Financial Times built data capabilities worth £3.2M (and counting!)Data leaders often talk about implementing a data culture, but what does that look like in practice? McKinley Hayden, Director of Data Value and Strategy at Financial Times, shares the challenges and rewards of fostering a culture driven by data.
2024-09-2519 min
People of DataMoonPay’s blueprint for cracking self-serve analyticsEmily Loh, Director of Data at MoonPay, reveals how their self-serve analytics platform empowers teams to make data-informed decisions that drive growth. Learn how MoonPay is transforming the fintech data landscape and leading with innovation.
Hit us with your questions at ayushi@5x.co 2024-09-2523 min
People of DataHow data helped WeWork survive bankruptcyWeWork is making a comeback, and data is leading the way. Dodson shares how data-driven decisions helped WeWork rise from bankruptcy. From using data to design smarter space usage to groundbreaking AI initiatives, learn how WeWork is staying ahead.
2024-09-2520 min
Alive And Aligned#58 Optimizing for Human Spirit w/ Tarush AggarwalHow do we optimise for happiness & connection, along with business success? Tarush Aggarwal is the CEO & founder of 5X, a multi million dollar company, is one of the leading experts on empowering businesses to make better data-driven decisions. His unique style of business leadership mixes rational problem solving with intuition, simplicity & connection to something greater. Originally from India, Tarush moved to the USA for university, and after graduating became one of the first data engineers in Silicon valley while at Salesforce.com. Most recently he led Data fo...2023-12-201h 10
Data Engineering PodcastAdding An Easy Mode For The Modern Data Stack With 5XSummary
The "modern data stack" promised a scalable, composable data platform that gave everyone the flexibility to use the best tools for every job. The reality was that it left data teams in the position of spending all of their engineering effort on integrating systems that weren't designed with compatible user experiences. The team at 5X understand the pain involved and the barriers to productivity and set out to solve it by pre-integrating the best tools from each layer of the stack. In this episode founder Tarush Aggarwal explains how the realities of the modern data stack...2023-12-1856 min