Data Driven Leadership

For education to be meaningful to students, we need to evolve education from a schooling system to a learning system. That requires modernization and uncommon alliances. In this episode, Erin Mote , the CEO of InnovateEDU who was also recently named District Administration Magazine's most influential and impactful leader and innovator in the K-12 Education Top 100, joins host Curt Merlau and co-ho...

How did the Children's Hospital Association achieve a data transformation that saved them $2 million annually? They started with a strategic data assessment and got clear on strategy first. Preparation makes all the difference to the smooth execution of such a large initiative. In this episode replay, we're taking it back with Resultant's President,  John Roach . He shares how to align your data s...

AI isn't just for large corporations. Small-to-medium businesses (SMBs) can—and should—leverage the power of AI, too. Not sure how to start? Ben Schreiner , head of the Business Innovation team at AWS , is here to help. Ben joins guest host Justin Bolles to dive into AI's effects on SMBs and lay out practical steps for getting started with it. He explains what SMB leaders need to know about securi...

What keeps formerly incarcerated individuals in their communities and out of prison? The Michigan Department of Corrections set out to answer that question. The key, they discovered, is education. Kyle Kaminski , offender success administrator at Michigan Department of Corrections , and Ben Wories , director of public sector services at Resultant , join this episode to share their story. They expl...

If you're a parent, you know how critical it is to connect with teachers. And research backs this intuition up. From Harvard to the Journal of Education Research , numerous studies show that family engagement in education boosts student learning outcomes. So, how do we engage families in learning? It all starts with clean data and interoperability. Here to explain the relationship between tech and...

How does trust in data shape educational policy? We're diving into this question today with Dr. David Ramadan , a seasoned executive and international consultant with over 25 years of advocacy, business, and government relations experience. Dr. Ramadan discusses the need for educational policies to embrace a data-driven approach for enhanced student outcomes and more effective resource allocation....

Education change-makers know that when data empowers, it's much more powerful than data that merely meets compliance requirements. Chief Information Officer for the Georgia Department of Education, Dr. Keith Osburn, and Chief Data Officer Nicholas Handville are doing just that by giving data back to educators across the state in formats that facilitate its use as a valuable decision-making tool. I...

Collecting good data is only half the battle. The next major hurdle? Getting that data into the hands of the people who need it. Data Quality Campaign (DQC) Executive Vice President Paige Kowalski is on a mission to do just that: Get education data to students, families, and educators. As a first-generation college student herself, Paige understands the high stakes of making informed decisions abo...

Data is not just a tool. It's a transformative force, shaping our present and defining our future. As we reflect on season three, host Jess Carter reveals how the power of data extends far beyond the business realm. From unemployment mitigation to sports innovation, data serves as a guiding force for positive change in every facet of our lives. We're also looking forward to what's next for the pod...

Data-driven decisions are the future of employment. In this conversation, Indiana Department of Workforce Development Chief of Staff Josh Richardson shares how data can shape employment strategies and personal career paths. Josh shares his journey of working on the development of Pivot, an innovative tool designed to empower individuals experiencing job loss. He explains the importance of data sha...

Ten years of determination led Nick Elam , assistant professor and program director at Ball State University and consultant for the Canadian Elite Basketball League , to change the future of a 130-year-old institution: the game of basketball. In 2007, he realized that over-reliance on the clock in the fourth quarter brought even the most exciting basketball game to a grinding halt. Nick introduced...

A sports-like approach to work can keep teams enthused and motivated. Gamifying your team's day-to-day could be the boost needed to reach the next big milestone. In this conversation, Resultant Client Success Leader Preston Howell dives into a concept called the Great Game of Business (GGOB), which brings financial and business literacy and transparency to every employee in an organization through...

The speed of your business intelligence can make or break success in any fast-paced environment. Businesses that tap into the power of real-time data easily stay ahead of the competition. In this episode, Tinybird co-founder Jorge Sancha shares his insights on the impact real-time data has on business leadership making informed decisions. He dives into the compounding effect of real-time analytics...

In this episode of Data Driven Leadership, Donatos Pizza CIO Steven Graves details how he calmly navigates the intersection of tech and business amidst the feverish pace of both. Steven shares with host Jess Carter stories and lessons learned throughout his impressive career—including building a major retailer's first e-commerce site on a limited budget and turning it into a $400 million success s...

The heart of data-driven decision-making lies in understanding the purpose behind the numbers—why we collect specific data and how it can drive our missions forward. No one understands this more than Peter Krombach , director of data operations, governance & engagement at the Indiana Department of Health . His journey in the public health sector has taught him that collaboration and the strategic...

This episode discusses the groundbreaking lawsuit just filed by The New York Times against OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement, citing allegations of using millions of articles without payment or permission in the training and operating of their Ai tools.   Jess Carter breaks it down in simple, relatable terms; shares an eye-opening conversation she had with ChatGPT about its sources;...

'Tis the season to be jolly… and to set your sights on the new year. In this festive edition of #DataDrivenLeadership, host Jess Carter and producer Chelsea Gill share their insights, reflections, and resolutions for the new year. From discussing New Year's resolutions to habit tracking, they delve into the power of data in their everyday lives, sprinkled with some holiday cheer. They also share t...

In our fast-paced world, software tools and professionals have grown increasingly specialized and fragmented. However, we're now shifting toward integrated solutions and data generalists. Tarush Aggarwal , a seasoned data engineer and CEO of 5X , has witnessed firsthand the transformation of the data industry. From working on data problems for large organizations to leading a 100-person data team...

In this episode, Dr. Jake Wall demonstrates the importance of data-driven decision-making in conservation efforts. He shares how his organization uses data to combat ivory poaching, address human-wildlife conflict, and bridge the gap between ecologists and policymakers. Additionally, he explains how a game-changing app has transformed data collection and made it accessible to others, contributing...

Data-driven doesn't mean robotic. In fact, using data in client experience and employee engagement actually helps you understand people more deeply. By leveraging data, leaders can make informed decisions while keeping the human connection at the forefront. In this episode, Resultant CEO Greg Layok shares his leadership experience and the importance of data-driven approaches. He emphasizes the nec...

Numerous healthcare professionals strive to enhance patient outcomes; with the advent of conversational AI, this goal is becoming a reality. This innovative technology converts intricate data into groundbreaking discoveries and accelerates progress in the healthcare field. In this episode, host Jess Carter sits down with Authenticx Chief Evangelist Leslie Pagel to discuss the revolutionary changes...

In today's age of information overload, merely presenting data doesn't reach your audience. To engage them, we need to weave data into compelling, authentic stories. As we wrap up Season 2, our host, Jess Carter reflects on the insights she's learned both from our guests and from personal experience about how to better tell data-driven stories. You'll discover not just the art, but the heart of da...

Managing IT costs is a big challenge for organizations that handle large amounts of data, but shifting to a cloud infrastructure can help with some of those pains. In this episode, host Jess Carter talks with Fred Gottman , Senior Manager at Resultant , about the field of cloud infrastructure. The conversation focuses on data-driven leadership and the benefits, challenges, and differences of cloud...

What if the futuristic world of generative AI is closer to the public sector than you think? 🚀 In this episode of Data Driven Leadership, host Jess Carter engages with Chris Hein , director of customer engineering for the SLED team at Google . Together, they illuminate the path of Generative AI as it shapes aspects of public life like education, privacy, and efficiency. Chris shares his firsthand...

Imagine classrooms where lessons evolve in real-time, tailored to each student's unique learning style and pace. In this episode of Data Driven Leadership, host Jess Carter digs in to the importance of data literacy in education with Curt Merlau , director of public sector education at Resultant . Together, they explore the journey of using and understanding data to shape the future of education....