Jim Merrifield

Infogov Hot Seat

Candid interviews with practitioners, consultants and solution providers on hot topics in the information governance industry.

Author

Jim Merrifield

Category

Technology

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infogovhotseat.com

Latest episode

Jun 7, 2026

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Episodes

IGHS24 - Barbara Dalton, Norton Rose Fulbright 14.02.2024

Barbara Dalton, Director of Data Privacy and Information Governance at Norton Rose Fulbright, discusses her role and experiences in the field of information governance. She shares strategies for ensuring data integrity and security, highlights the challenges faced in the industry, and emphasizes the importance of staying updated on privacy laws and regulations. Dalton also discusses the impact of...

IGHS23 - Kate Wertime, Jones Day 31.01.2024

SUMMARY In this episode, host Jim Merrifield interviews Kate Wertime from Jones Day about information governance (IG) and its importance in today's data-driven world. Kate shares her background in systems analysis and librarianship, as well as her experience in records management and legal. They discuss the concept of IG, common misconceptions about it, and a case study where effective IG made...

IGHS22 - Joe Shepley, Alvarez & Marsal 17.01.2024

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Joe Shepley, a consultant at Alvarez & Marcell, about his role in information risk and governance. They discuss unconventional advice for clients, the importance of addressing legacy data, advice for a younger self, funny moments in consulting, and the essential skills every consultant should have. They also touch on the future of information gov...

InfoGovHotSeat21 - Geoff Zodda, PearlCare Search Group 04.01.2024

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Geoff Zodda from Pearl Care Search Group about the current hiring landscape and trends in the legal industry. They discuss the qualities and skills that are prioritized when evaluating potential candidates, the impact of remote work on recruitment and company culture, and advice for job seekers looking to stand out in a competitive market. They also...

Information Security Strategies with Andrew Ysasi of VRC: How to Stay Ahead in Today's Digital World 05.12.2023

Summary In this episode, Jim Merrifield interviews Andrew Ysasi from VRC about the importance of secure and efficient record storage in the current digital landscape. They discuss the challenges of cybersecurity, the unique features of VRC's record storage solutions, and the importance of customer service. Andrew also shares insights on how VRC secures and maintains client records, mitigates t...

IGHS19 - Trevor Bell, Zero Systems 15.11.2023

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast with Trevor Bell, Chief Customer Officer at Zero Systems and a leader in AI software development! In this interview, Trevor answers all your burning questions about the process of developing AI software, as well as how his AI system uses machine learning to improve over time. Plus, hear him discuss some unique features of Zero Systems's product and...

IGHS18 Exclusive: Insights from Technology Futures Leader David Gould 13.10.2023

Welcome to our channel! In this special video, we sit down for an exclusive interview with David Gould, a prominent figure in the technology industry and a representative from EncompaaS, a leading technology solutions provider. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell to catch all our exclusive interviews and tech insights! Join us as we dive deep into the world of technology...

Unleashing the Power of Information Governance | Interview with Jim Koziol 07.09.2023

In this video, I sit down with Information Governance Senior Director, Jim Koziol, to discuss the current state of legal technology and the challenges faced by organizations in implementing an effective information governance strategy. Increasingly, legal organizations are finding themselves in the midst of a digital transformation. Yet, many are still struggling to implement an effective informat...

Unveiling the Vision: International Legal Technology Association CEO Joy Heath Rush's Interview 17.08.2023

International Legal Technology Assocation (ILTA) CEO Joy Heath Rush sat down for an interview on  @InfoGovHotSeat  and revealed her vision for the future of legal technology. In this interview, Joy discusses the importance of legal technology in the modern world, the importance of ILTA in the global legal technology industry, and more. If you're interested in legal technology, be sure to watch...

IGHS15 - Interview with Law Firm Information Governance Practitioner Susan Gleason, Withers Bergman 25.07.2023

This  @InfoGovHotSeat  episode features Susan Gleason at Withers Bergman. Tune in to hear her answers to these 5 burning questions: 1. Brief Introduction of your role, how long you have been with the company, and one fun fact about yourself? 2. You attended and spoke at MER and ARMA NNJ INFORM recently, what were your key takeaways from those events? What events are you planning to attend the rest...

IGHS14 - Interview with Lewis Eisen of Perfect Policies 14.07.2023

This episode features  Lewis Eisen of Perfect Policies . Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: Brief Introduction of your role, how long you have been with the company, and one fun fact about you. I know you attended MER and ARMA NNJ INFORM recently, what were your key takeaways from those events? What events are you planning to attend the rest of the year? Let's talk a bit...

IGHS13 - Interview with Gene Stakhov, EnChoice 22.06.2023

This episode features Gene Stakhov at EnChoice . Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: 1. The AIIM Conference took place recently, what were your key takeaways from that all day event? Are there other events you are looking forward to this year? 2. What is the makeup of your internal team focused on governance software, specifically records management? 3. What do you think is t...

IGHS12 - Interview with Rich Hale, Active Navigation 30.05.2023

This episode features Rich Hale at Active Navigation. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from Legal Week? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on governance software, specifically records management? What do you think is the key differentiator of your product versus the competition? What product features are you focused on and why? Wh...

IGHS11 - Interview with Kathryn Rattigan, Robinson & Cole 17.05.2023

This episode features Kathryn Rattigan, Robinson & Cole. Tune in to hear her answers to these 5 burning questions: 1.What is the makeup of your practice group focused on governance, privacy & security? 2. How has your practice and data privacy industry changed over the past few years? 3. What issues are your clients facing related to data privacy and information governance? 4. Where do you...

IGHS10 - Interview with JC Gaillard, Corix Partners 03.05.2023

This episode features JC Gaillard at Corix Partners. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: 1. What made you decide to write your book "The Cyber Security Leadership Handbook"? 2. What kind of topics are discussed in the book? 3. Who is the audience? Who should read the book? 4. How can you purchase the book? 5. How do you see the Cyber Security industry changing in th...

IGHS9 - Interview with Jed Cawthorne, ShinyDocs 26.04.2023

This episode features Jed Cawthorne at ShinyDocs. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: 1. Brief Introduction of your role, how long you have been with the company, and one fun fact about yourself? 2. What is the makeup of your internal team focused on governance software, specifically records management? 3. What do you think is the key differentiator of your product versus the...

IGHS8 - Interview with Christopher Hockey, Director of InfoGov 12.04.2023

This episode features Christopher Hocky at Bond, Schoeneck & King . Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: Recently you posted an interesting topic on Linkedin related to the growth of digital data and its impact on information governance , can you expand on that a bit? What projects are priorities for you this year? What does your internal InfoGov team look like? Where do y...

IGHS7 - Interview with Nitza Medina-Garcia, InfoCompass, Inc. 31.03.2023

This episode features Nitza Medina-Garcia at InfoCompass. Tune in to hear her answers to these 5 burning questions: When did you start leading the ARMA Legal Roundtable and what made you do so? What kind of topics does this group discuss? How often do you meet? Who can join? And how to join if interested? How do you see the group itself evolving in the coming years?

IGHS6 - Interview with Joe Bartolo, Author of Quantum Uncertainty - The Future of Information Governance 15.03.2023

This episode features Joe Bartolo, Sr. Director at Knovos & Author of Quantum Uncertainty - The Future of Information Governance. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What made you decide to write your book "Quantum Uncertainty" The Future of IG? What kind of topics are discussed in the book? Who is the audience? Who should read the book? How can you purchase the book? How...

IGHS5 - Interview with Harold Westervelt, FileTrail 07.03.2023

This episode features Harold Westervelt, CEO of FileTrail. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from ILTACON 2022? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on governance software, specifically records management? What do you think is the key differentiator of your product versus the competition? What product features are you focused on and...

IGHS4 - Interview with Leigh Isaacs, DLA Piper & Creator of the Legal Roundtable 16.02.2023

This episode features Leigh Isaacs, Senior Director of Information Governance at DLA Piper & creator of the Legal Roundtable. Tune in to hear her answers to these 5 burning questions: When did you start the Legal Roundtable and what made you do so? What kind of topics does this group discuss? How often do you meet? Who can join? And how to join if interested? How do you see the group itself ev...

IGHS3 - Interview with Andrea Demers, iManage 10.02.2023

This episode features Andrea Demers, Product Manager of iManage. Tune in to hear her answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from ILTACON 2022? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on governance software, specifically records management? What do you think is the key differentiator of your product versus the competition? What product features are you focused o...

IGHS2 - Interview with Kurt Thies, Gimmal 30.01.2023

This episode features Kurt Thies, Vice President of Gimmal. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from ILTACON 2022? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on governance software, specifically records management? What do you think is the key differentiator of your product versus the competition? What product features are you focused on and...

IGHS1 - Interview with Chris Giles, LegalRM 06.01.2023

This episode features Chris Giles, Founder & CEO of LegalRM. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from ILTACON 2022? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on governance software, specifically records management? What do you think is the key differentiator of your product versus the competition? What product features are you focused o...

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