The Dual Axis

In this episode of the Dual Access Podcast, host Andy Kriebel sits down with Andrew Watson, a seasoned Tableau consultant who transitioned from a financial services project manager to an independent business owner. Andrew shares his journey of discovering his passion for Tableau at an early stage of its introduction into the market while working at a company that became part of Expedia. His expert...

In this episode, I sit down with Nashville-based vocal coach Shelby Rollins.  With over 15 years of experience, Shelby has honed her skills in developing both singers and vocal coaches.  Shelby takes us through her journey from singing in her church choir to becoming a sought-after vocal coach and entrepreneur. She shares her unique approach to vocal coaching, leveraging Instagram to con...

Lauren Leopold was the Head of Content & Social Media for 3.5 years at a large bank when she had a panic attack that required her to sign off for 5 months. That’s when she decided she wanted to help other women start a side business without being all over social media.  With a focus on creating fulfilling businesses, she offers a hybrid coaching and mentoring approach to support over 70 f...

This episode of the Dual Access Podcast features Brandi Beals and Dustin Shimek, founders of the Data Careers Summit . They are both Tableau Ambassadors, who have significantly contributed to data analytics and career development.  Brandi, a data analytics manager at Artisan Partners with over 14 years of experience, and Dustin, a technical evangelist who has hosted&n...

Welcome to the Dual Axis Podcast, where we look into the lives and successes of interesting people in data and business. I am your host Andy Kriebel. Today’s conversation is with Calvin Correli. Calvin is an Investor, Entrepreneur, Speaker, Author, Mentor, Spiritual Teacher, and the founder, CEO of Simplero, and future Special Advisor to POTUS. He helps Entrepreneurs Be Radically Authentic, A...

Valentina D'Efilippo is an independent designer and creative director and her favourite creative material is data. Her work has won many recognitions and has been exhibited internationally. Her critically acclaimed book, "The Infographic History of the World", co-authored with data journalist James Ball, has been translated into eleven languages. Valentina is also the co-author and illustrator of...

In this episode of The Dual Axis, I discuss the world of sports analytics with Jake Schuster, the visionary CEO of Gemini Sports Analytics. Discover how Gemini is revolutionizing the sports industry by empowering teams to make smarter, data-driven decisions with their groundbreaking AI Cloud application. Whether it's scouting for new talent, refining tactics, or optimizing player health and perfor...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Dual Axis podcast, where I explore the confluence of data, leadership, and entrepreneurship with my distinguished guest, Tris Burns. Tris, a visionary Data Leadership Coach, shares his unparalleled journey from a high-stakes corporate world to the forefront of data-driven entrepreneurial success. In this episode, Tris unveils the strategies that prope...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Matt Mike, a remarkable individual who has made a significant leap from operations to the intricate world of data analysis. Matt's journey is not just about a career change; it's about a passion ignited. In the realm of data visualization and business intelligence, he has mastered the art of making data comprehensible and dedicates himself to h...

In this insightful episode of The Dual Axis Podcast, we dive into the fascinating journey of Rob Gibbons, a transformational sales leader and management coach with a rich history in professional basketball. Rob shares his unique experiences and the lessons learned on the basketball court that have shaped his approach to building successful teams in the business world. We begin by exploring Rob's t...

In today's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Heather Udo, Founder and CEO of Shoppable. This cutting-edge platform is redefining the e-commerce experience, empowering advertisers, creators, and publishers with innovative commerce solutions. With 4 patents for a unique universal checkout solution, Shoppable is making waves in how we think about buying and selling online. Don't forget to...

Welcome to another episode of "The Dual Axis Podcast," where we bridge the worlds of data and entrepreneurship. In today's episode, we're unlocking the secrets of efficient immigration with Ronak Patel. Ronak Patel is more than just a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant; he's a visionary in the field who employs an innovative blend of technological expertise and human compassion to transform...

Welcome to another episode of The Dual Axis Podcast, where we explore the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and social impact. In this episode, I am thrilled to host Mark Wormgoor, the visionary CEO behind Tairi—a game-changing company committed to supercharging tech for startups while focusing on meaningful work and corporate social responsibility (CSR). With a mission to enable start...

This episode of The Dual Axis Podcast is not just another success story—it's an exploration of a prodigious talent who took the first steps of his entrepreneurial journey at age 10 while most kids his age were busy with school and playground games. In this episode, we'll discuss how Graeme Barlow founded his first tech company at the incredible age of 10, and what life was like as a young CEO. We'...

In this eye-opening episode, we delve deep with Stephanie Lombardo, a woman whose life epitomizes the phrase 'Flip, Run, Inspire.' Stephanie has not only completed Ironman races but has also flipped over 100 properties and founded her own company, Flipping Empire, to empower women in the real estate industry. Stephanie shares her incredible journey—from her early days in horseback riding to tackli...

In this captivating episode of The Dual Axis Podcast, I sat down with Youssef Botros, founder of GRND Consulting. Youssef is a transformative figure in the Canadian retail and smartphone repair industries. Youssef's remarkable journey takes us from his early days in retail, to scaling WIND Mobile and Mobile Klinik, culminating in a blockbuster acquisition by Telus. But Youssef's story doesn't end...

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of The Dual Axis Podcast where I dive deep into the ever-changing landscape of social media and technology. In this episode, I sit down with Ariel Restituyo, the visionary founder of Timesave, an innovative app designed to enhance life's most precious assets: experiences, memories, and relationships. Ariel is on a mission to change social media as we kn...

In today's episode, I dive deep with Tom Pilgrem—a man whose career journey has taken him from the heights of mountain peaks and the depths of the ocean, to the fast-evolving world of data. Tom, who now serves as a career development coach, started off as a climbing and diving instructor before making a pivot into data analysis. After consulting for a few year, his experiences led him to become th...

Chirp is a narrative-driven content production system uses your own words to automagically breathe life into your startup or speaking career. Upload 1 hour of video, get 30 days of content back to use on social media to promote your brand. Chirp helps connect with the right people to drive your mission forward. Check it out at chirpit.online . On this podcast, I talk with Chirp founder Lee-Anne Sc...

In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information, understanding and making sense of data has become increasingly important. Data visualization has emerged as a powerful tool to help us better comprehend complex information, and yet, it remains a challenge for many. In this podcast episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Alan Smith OBE, the Head of Visual and Data Journalism...

Andy Kirk is a world leading expert in the field of data visualization. He is a data visualisation consultant, training provider, teacher, author, speaker, researcher and editor of the award-winning website visualisingdata.com.  In this interview with Andy, our discussion focused on the purpose and intent of data visualisation, the differences between data analysis and data visualisation, fundamen...

“The danger of artificial intelligence isn't that it's going to rebel against us, but that it's going to do exactly what we ask it to do”  ~ AI researcher Janelle Shane via TED .  I must admit, I’m a bit of a skeptic when it comes to AI. Perhaps my skepticism is unfounded because I lack the knowledge necessary to understand AI. But in the back of my mind I’m always thinking about ho...

This episode with Kathleen Tyson was an eye opener for me. I learned so much about economics, politics, how the two collide, what we can do as individuals, and even understanding something as basic as inflation. I feel truly enlightened and I think you will too.  Kathleen Tyson is the founder of Pacermaker. Global. Pacemaker. Global brings together Kathleen’s experience and insight on central bank...

More than 2.2 million people learn data science and AI from Kirill Eremenko. Kirill is the founder of SuperDataScience, an online learning platform that has transformed countless careers. SuperDataScience has courses in: - Machine Learning and AI - Data Science & Analytics - Visualization - Blockchain - Excel, and many more They also have a series of learning paths, workshops and a podcast. Th...

In this episode, I’m talking with the Flerlage Twins, Kevin and Ken. They are both Tableau Visionaries and share so much about what they have learned along the way. We’re going to talk about why they do it and how they’ve benefited from it.  The conversation centers around personal development. What is it? Mental stimulation and brain games The importance of social connections Learning by sharing...