The Data Strategy Show

Really enjoyed my chat with Louise and here is the rundown of what we discussed: Introduction (0:04) The Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in AI (2:21) Challenges and Examples of AI Bias (4:22) Impact of AI on Women and Minorities (9:15) Consumer and Investor Influence on AI Governance (10:54) Education and Empowerment through AI (15:22) Final Thoughts and Contact Information (1...

What a brilliant episode! Here is an outline of what we discussed: Introduction and Background for Tara (0:00) Challenges Faced by Women in Tech (6:05) Origins and Structure of the AWS She Builds Program (11:50) Mentorship and Career Development (17:13) Early Career and Representation in Tech (22:54) Advice for Women in Tech (28:41) Conclusion and wrap up (34:22)

I had a wonderful conversation with Kalina and here's what we discussed: Kalina's Background and Mission (0:02) Challenges Women Face in Tech and Other Industries (1:42) Identity-Based Motivation and Systemic Challenges (3:04) Building Confidence and Overcoming Stereotypes (5:07) Practical Tools for Building Confidence (11:01) Navigating Male-Dominated Workplaces (18:29) Personal Branding...

I sat down with Gita, and here is an outline of our conversation: Gita's Background and Career Journey (0:02) Challenges and Achievements in Digital Transformation (2:56) Women in Tech: Challenges and Retention Issues (5:00) Influencing Girls' Career Choices and Critical Thinking (9:33) Leadership and Confidence Gaps for Women in Tech (14:39) Addressing Microaggressions and Building Allies...

I sat down with Alex and this is what we discussed: Alex's Introduction and Background (0:03) Us meeting at a Scottish Widows Event (2:32) Women in Data and Tech (6:08) Challenges for Women in the Workplace (9:09) Navigating Male-Dominated Environments (18:47) Building Confidence and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome (19:51) Supporting the Next Generation (26:50) Final Tips for Emerging Professiona...

I sat down with Natalia and this is what we spoke about: Natalia Kotova's Background and Role in Data Management (0:03) Establishing She Leads and Addressing Gender Imbalance (3:49) Challenges and Progress in Women's Representation (6:09) Psychological and Social Dynamics in the Workplace (8:20) Building Confidence and Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety (11:41) Preparation and Tools for Su...

I sat down with Sophie ad here is what we talked about: Introduction and Background (0:04) Education and Career Journey (2:22) Patterns in Women's Behavior and Challenges (4:19) Growth Mindset and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs (9:00) Frameworks and Practical Tools for Change (23:07) Alignment of Personal and Organizational Goals (40:06) Education and Personal Development (40:38) Final Thoughts a...

I sat down with Carla and here is what we discussed: Introduction and Background of Carla (0:04) Transition from TV to Tech (1:05) Challenges for Women in Tech (3:13) Representation and Diversity in Tech Events (5:25) Communication Skills and Storytelling in Tech (9:27) Overcoming Impostor Syndrome and Building Confidence (22:16) Advice for Women Entering Tech (32:56) Final Thoughts and Encouragem...

I sat down with Lydia and here is what we discussed: Introduction and Background of Lydia Ray (0:04) Career Transition and Early Experiences (1:47) Challenges and Regrets in Career Choices (7:14) Mentoring and Risk-Taking Among Women (8:02) Advocacy for Women in Tech (19:58) Educational Challenges and Future Plans (20:13) Advice for Graduates Interested in AI and Data (23:10) Conclusion (28:15)

I sat down with Amanda and this is what we discussed: Introduction and Amanda's Background (0:04) Challenges Women Face in Tech (3:40) Amanda's Experience with AI and Women in Tech (6:23) Navigating Career Challenges and Building Confidence (7:56) Building Resilience and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome (18:44) Advocating for Women in Tech and Building a Support Network (20:29) Personal Reflec...

I sat down with Rosanne Werner and this is what we discussed: Introduction and Welcome (0:02) Roseanne's Background and Expertise (1:40) Challenges in Transformation and Strategy Execution (3:55) Women in Data and Technology (5:56) Progress and Metrics in Women's Representation (8:03) Differences in Leadership Styles (11:24) Confidence and Overthinking in Women (15:59) Role Models and Educ...

I sat down with Assel just before Xmas and this is what we talked about: Introduction and Background of Assal Altayeva (0:03) Challenges and Role Models in STEAM (2:24) Educational Systems and Gender Stereotypes (10:31) Women in Data Science and Academia (15:43) Investment Challenges for Female-Led Startups (20:03) Success Stories and Barriers in Entrepreneurship (26:33) Advice for Young Female ST...

I sat down with Sarah Wyer and this is what we discussed: Introduction and Background of Sarah Wyer (0:03) Sarah's Research Journey and Inspirations (1:18) Initial Explorations with GPT-2 and GPT-3 (5:42) Detailed Analysis of GPT-3 Data (8:57) Impact of GPT-4 and GPT-5 Models (14:33) Broader Implications and Societal Impact (34:24) Conclusion and Future Directions (43:18)

I sat down with Helen and what a fantastic conversation it was! Here is what we discussed: Helen's Background and Career Journey (0:04) Reflecting on Personal Experiences with Bias (2:14) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Building Confidence (8:59) Building Intentional and Inclusive Teams (20:01) Advice for Women in Data and Tech (20:16) The Role of Workplace Culture in Career Success (34:35) N...

I sat down with Jeff Baker and there’s a very good reason he’s on the show. Enginuity, the company Jeff works for, has co-authored a remarkable book in the engineering space called Girls Can Engineer , designed to raise awareness and inspire greater female participation in the industry. It’s an outstanding initiative, and I wanted to help shine a brighter light on the work they’re doing. Here’s wh...

I spoke to Susan Walsh and this is what we discussed: (for some reason the timings were all messed up, so you got the outline) Introduction Susan Walsh's Background and Business Challenges and Experiences of Women in Data and Tech Barriers and Solutions for Women in Events Building Confidence and Overcoming Hesitancy The Role of Visibility and Networking Dealing with Feedback and Criticism Adv...

I sat down with Sowjanya and what a conversation it was! Here is what we discussed: Sowjanya Shetty's Background and Early Life (0:03) Education, Career, and Early Career Challenges (2:12) Observations on Power and Corporate Culture (9:32) Navigating Corporate Life and Personal Growth (17:51) Career Transition and Personal Identity (21:58) Advice for Women in the Workforce (37:29) Final Though...

I sat down with Jolie Vitale and we had a wonderful and insightful conversation. Here is what we discussed: Jolie's Career Journey and Background Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Data and Tech (3:13) Self-Awareness and Leadership Skills (16:27) Balancing Work and Family Life (16:48) Impact of COVID-19 on Work-Life Balance (21:06) Leadership Traits and Gender Differences (22:12) Advice...

I sat down with Maria Torres and we had a great conversation. Here is what we discussed: Introduction (0:03) Maria's Background and Career (1:35) Challenges Faced by Latin American Women in the UK (3:43) Navigating Cultural and Gender Biases (8:29) Adapting to Corporate Culture and Building Resilience (12:59) Support and Allies in the Corporate World (18:45) Latin American Women's Rights S...

I sat down with Tori and what a brilliant conversation it was. Here is what we discussed: Tori's Background and Career Journey (0:03) Changes in Tech Industry and Work-Life Balance (5:22) Challenges and Support for Women in Tech (11:17) Imposter Syndrome and Confidence Building (14:07) Returning to Work After Career Breaks (40:10) Advice for Women Entering and Returning to Tech (42:21) Final T...

I sat down with Heather and what a fantastic conversation it was. Here is what we discussed: Introduction and Background of Heather (0:00) Challenges Faced by Women in Data and Tech (2:22) Handling Discrimination and Building Confidence (5:44) Statistics on Gender Bias and Discrimination (10:43) Initiatives to Support Women in Tech (14:20) The Role of Mentorship and Career Progression (21:10) Impo...

It was great to sit down with Meenu and discuss the following: Meenu's Background and Journey into Data (0:02) Her new book and Role in Data and Tech (2:53) Challenges and Biases Faced by Women in Data and Tech (5:27) Impact of Cultural Background and Adaptability (7:36) Leadership Styles and Gender Dynamics (17:27) Current State of Women in Data and Tech (20:44) Advice for Women Entering Data...

I sat down with Liz to discuss her career, her early years where she learned to say yes to everything, leading teams and much more. Here is what we discussed: Liz's Background and Early Career (0:03) Transition to Analytics and Data Career (4:53) Challenges and Lessons in Leadership (7:03) Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence (12:02) Addressing Bias and Supporting Women in Tech (19:21) Encourag...

I sat down with Zoe to discuss her career, the impact she's made and her experiences within data with bias. Here is what we discussed: Zoe Kelly's Background and Career Journey (0:00) Challenges and Opportunities in the Data Industry (3:56) Experiences and Perceptions of Bias in the Workplace (5:22) Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges (11:24) Mentorship and Networking (17:27) Promoting I...

I spoke with Frances O'Rafferty about her journey from dancer to data. Both careers start with a d :-) Here is what we spoke about: Her Background and Early Career (0:03) Transition to Accenture and Career Progression (3:13) Challenges and Biases in Corporate Environments (5:14) Leadership Styles and Team Dynamics (10:00) Barriers and Opportunities for Women in Data and Tech (17:27) Advice for Eme...