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Carolyn Clark, Vice President of Employee Experience Strategy at Simpplr, discusses AI in employee engagement. Forward-thinking businesses recognize internal communications as a key strategic asset, acknowledging its role in fostering retention, revenue growth, and heightened productivity. Yet, quantifying the direct influence of communication initiatives on business results poses a challenge. Today, Carolyn shares her insights on measuring the impact of internal comms on employee engagement. Connect With: Carolyn Clark: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Carolyn Clark, Vice President of Employee Experience Strategy at Simpplr, discusses AI in employee engagement. Using AI, companies can efficiently analyze vast amounts of data, anticipate employee needs, and deliver tailored experiences. This contrasts with manual engagement efforts that often rely on limited data interpretation, resulting in a less efficient approach to boosting employee morale and satisfaction. Today, Carolyn shares her insights on AI-driven engagement. Connect With: Carolyn Clark: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Christina Duarte, Group Manager of Sales Learning Operations at Intuit, delves into data-driven learning and development. When building learning programs, it's pivotal to rely on pre-training data rather than impulsive decisions. Assessing current team performance and identifying skill gaps are crucial steps in gauging the impact of training initiatives through pre and post-training measurements. Today, Christina discusses data-driven L&D evaluation. Connect With: Christina Duarte: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Christina Duarte, Group Manager of Sales Learning Operations at Intuit, delves into data-driven learning and development. By understanding data as more than numbers but as a treasure trove of insights, one can unlock a pathway toward creating impactful and tailored learning journeys. Essentially, by taking into account different data sources, we can refine our training programs to ensure they are driving sustained growth for the business. Today, Christina discusses leveraging data to build learning experiences. Connect With: Christina Duarte: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Dr. Joseph Cazier, Clinical Professor and Associate Director of the Centre for AI and Data Analytics at Arizona State University, delves into AI and data analytics in higher education. As generative AI becomes more accessible, it is enabling organizations of all sizes to harness the power of data like never before. This shift has leveled the playing field, providing smaller and midsize firms with access to the same datasets as larger organizations. Today, Dr. Cazier discusses how AI is driving the evolution of data analytics. Connect With: Dr. Joseph Cazier: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDiedre DowningWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Dr. Joseph Cazier, Clinical Professor and Associate Director of the Centre for AI and Data Analytics at Arizona State University, delves into AI and data analytics in higher education. The rise of AI and data analytics is transforming our world and workplaces, and education must evolve alongside it to prepare students for this new landscape. Institutions like the Centre for AI and Data Analytics are leading the charge, recognizing the need to equip students not only with the skills to succeed in the workforce but also the knowledge to become leaders in shaping the AI-powered world of tomorrow. Today, Dr. Cazier discusses data analytics in higher education. Connect With: Dr. Joseph Cazier: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDiedre DowningWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Esther Lee, VP of Global L&D at McCann Worldgroup, delves into measuring the return on investment of learning and development and diversity and inclusion initiatives. As organizations invest in upskilling their workforce, they often ask, 'How do we measure the impact and ROI of learning and development programs?' Companies want to ensure that their investments contribute to their bottom line, so training administrators must be able to demonstrate the program's impact. Today, Esther discusses measuring the return on investment of learning and development programs. Connect With: Esther Lee: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Esther Lee, VP of Global L&D at McCann Worldgroup, delves into measuring the return on investment of learning and development and diversity and inclusion initiatives. In a world where diversity and inclusion are integral to organizational success, measuring the impact of your initiatives is essential. It not only allows you to track progress but also signals your dedication to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. Today, Esther discusses how to measure your diversity and inclusion initiatives. Connect With: Esther Lee: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Brad Smith, Chief Science Officer at meQuilibrium, delves into data-driven strategies for enhancing employee well-being and performance. The COVID-19 pandemic, along with ongoing global challenges, has led to a notable increase in employee depression, anxiety, and burnout. Nevertheless, organizations can harness data-driven insights to proactively identify individuals facing these conditions and implement targeted strategies for improvement. Today, Brad discusses the role of data in identifying burnout, productivity, and retention risks. Connect With: Brad Smith: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Brad Smith, Chief Science Officer at meQuilibrium, delves into data-driven strategies for enhancing employee well-being and performance. In today's fast-paced and ever-changing work environment, maintaining employee well-being has become a top priority for organizations. To meet this challenge head-on, companies are increasingly turning to data-driven solutions, like meQuilibrium, to create a healthier, more productive workforce. Today, Brad discusses harnessing data to improve employee well-being. Connect With: Brad Smith: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Mark Esposito, Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer at Nexus, explores artificial intelligence and its implications for the future. Automation isn't new; it has been improving efficiency, reducing costs, and simplifying tasks for decades. However, what truly concerns us is the potential automation of decision-making, and whether we are on the cusp of a technological singularity. Today, Mark discusses demystifying AI and whether singularity will happen. Connect With: Mark Esposito: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Cameron Turner, VP of Data Science at Kin + Carta, explores AI’s limitations and challenges in business applications. Amid the excitement and promise of AI, there are significant challenges and complexities that organizations must navigate to build effective AI data platforms. It’s easy for companies to get swept up in the hype of AI without first identifying opportunities that exist with their data. Today, Cameron discusses the challenges of creating an AI data platform. Connect With: Cameron Turner: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Cameron Turner, VP of Data Science at Kin + Carta, explores AI’s limitations and challenges in business applications. Incorporating tools like ChatGPT into business operations can enhance efficiency, streamline tasks, and provide quick access to information. However, in order to unlock the full value of AI models, businesses must build the right culture around data governance. Today, Cameron discusses why ChatGPT can't solve business problems. Connect With: Cameron Turner: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Maria Laws, Director of Learning Experience Design at Ahura AI Inc., explores the future of learning and development in the AI era. With generative AI's continuous evolution, there is an increasing need for individuals to expand their skill sets proactively. Ahura AI has positioned itself as a lifelong learning partner, offering personalized guidance, insights, and tools to thrive in an era demanding adaptability and continuous skill development. Today, Maria discusses the future of learning and development in the era of AI. Connect With: Maria Laws: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Aaron Gorham, Senior Director of Data and Analytics at J.R. Simplot, shares insights on navigating full-stack data operations and evolving legacy organizations. The contemporary data environment offers unprecedented possibilities beyond data storage. The use of advanced tools, techniques, and standardization, enables data practitioners to achieve things that were once unimaginable in legacy systems. Today, Aaron discusses evolving a legacy organization through tech. Connect With: Aaron Gorham: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDiedre DowningWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Aaron Gorham, Senior Director of Data and Analytics at J.R. Simplot, shares insights on navigating full-stack data operations and evolving legacy organizations. In a traditional setup, different data functions operate as separate entities within the organization, leading to silos and communication challenges. However, amidst the rapid pace of technological advancements in the data space, aligning data personnel across the organization emerges as a strategic move. Today, Aaron discusses running a full-stack data shop. Connect With: Aaron Gorham: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDiedre DowningWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Oji Udezue, Chief Product Officer, and David Okuniev, Co-Founder and Head of R&D at Typeform, explore data-driven product development. Building successful products is a delicate balance between inspiration and data-driven decisions. You need inspiration to come up with the initial idea, but you must also remain customer-focused and data-driven to refine and validate that idea. Today, Oji and David discuss building data-informed products. Connect With: David Okuniev: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Sarah Kiefer, Chief Marketing Officer at Pitch, explores avoiding the 'Death by PowerPoint' trap’ and tips for effective pitching. Using data effectively in pitch decks involves weaving it into a compelling narrative and making it relatable to your audience. Taking this approach enables you to bridge the gap between the emotional and logical aspects of decision-making. Today, Sarah discusses how to effectively use data in pitch decks. Connect With: Sarah Kiefer: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Sarah Kiefer, Chief Marketing Officer at Pitch, explores avoiding the 'Death by PowerPoint' trap’ and tips for effective pitching. Most of us have experienced dull work presentations where someone merely reads from the slides. However, for effective business or funding pitches, this approach falls short, emphasizing the importance of templates for presentation success. Today, Sarah discusses how we can avoid ‘Death by PowerPoint’ and put together awesome pitch decks. Connect With: Sarah Kiefer: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDominic BohanWebsiteLinkedInTwitter

Andy Chatham, Co-Founder and CEO at DIMO, delves into revolutionizing transport with data. Imagine a world seamlessly interconnected, where cars, parking garages, and charging stations communicate effortlessly through a common platform. Connected vehicle technology and real-time data lay the foundation for this landscape, enabling unprecedented levels of coordination and efficiency. Today, Andy discusses unlocking the power of real-time car data. Connect With: Andy Chatham: WebsiteLinkedInData Driven PodcastEmailLinkedInTwitterDiedre DowningWebsiteLinkedInTwitter