Fame Host (https://fame.so) Bringing Data and AI to Life https://podcasts.fame.so/bringing-data-and-ai-to-life https://feeds.fame.so/bringing-data-and-ai-to-life This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. © 2024 Informatica. All rights reserved. en Tue, 28 May 2024 00:09:54 +0000 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:59:05 +0000 https://content.fameapp.so/uploads/x313kjj1/31fc1170-4386-11ef-9159-438f76869013/31fc12a0-4386-11ef-ae2d-f7ca8527d289.png Bringing Data and AI to Life https://podcasts.fame.so/bringing-data-and-ai-to-life This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. Informatica This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. No No episodic Informatica This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. Nick Dobbins, Amy Horowitz, data, AI, data science, business analytics, data governance, artificial intelligence, generative ai, open ai, data analytics, data governance, customer data platform, Amy Horowitz/Nick Dobbins team@fame.so No No No The AI Guide Everyone Needs in 2026 ft. Gaurav Pathak https://podcasts.fame.so/e/mn4lqywn-the-ai-guide-everyone-needs-in-2026-ft-gaurav-pathak The AI Guide Everyone Needs in 2026 ft. Gaurav Pathak 41 1 No No x06r2nv0 AI isn't just a technology trend. It's fundamentally reshaping how enterprises manage, govern and activate their data to power intelligent systems. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica sits down with Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica, to explore how traditional data management is evolving, what's blocking AI adoption and how organizations can prepare for the agentic AI revolution reshaping business operations. Tune in for Gaurav’s playbook on making AI strategy a driver of success - not an obstacle - for your business.
AI isn't just a technology trend. It's fundamentally reshaping how enterprises manage, govern and activate their data to power intelligent systems. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica sits down with Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica to explore how organizations can land on the winning side of this transformation. 


What You’ll Learn

  • How to shift from manual, code-driven data pipelines to AI-assisted automation
  • The critical role of data quality and governance in agentic AI success
  • Why the "long tail of real-world scenarios" is your biggest AI challenge
  • The three innovation vectors reshaping AI right now
  • How to approach open-source and international AI models with strategic clarity
  • The governance framework that enables rather than restricts AI experimentation

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]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1444 AI isn't just a technology trend. It's fundamentally reshaping how enterprises manage, govern and activate their data to power intelligent systems. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica sits down with Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica, to explore how traditional data management is evolving, what's blocking AI adoption and how organizations can prepare for the agentic AI revolution reshaping business operations. Tune in for Gaurav’s playbook on making AI strategy a driver of success - not an obstacle - for your business. AI isn't just a technology trend. It's fundamentally reshaping how enterprises manage, govern and activate their data to power intelligent systems. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica sits down with Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica, to explore how traditional data management is evolving, what's blocking AI adoption and how organizations can prepare for the agentic AI revolution reshaping business operations. Tune in for Gaurav’s playbook on making AI strategy a driver of success - not an obstacle - for your business. AI governance, data management transformation, agentic AI, generative AI adoption, enterprise data integration, data quality at scale, AI-driven automation, metadata management, data governance frameworks, synthetic data generation, AI agents in business, data cataloging automation, data stewardship, predictive ML techniques, data pipeline automation, compliance and regulatory governance, data modeling for AI, human-in-the-loop AI systems, open source AI models No No Why AI Has to be the Infrastructure, Not the Strategy ft. Elon Salfati https://podcasts.fame.so/e/rn7474p8-why-ai-has-to-be-the-infrastructure-not-the-strategy-ft-elon-salfati Why AI Has to be the Infrastructure, Not the Strategy ft. Elon Salfati 40 1 No No k18yly50 Gone are the days where organizations can think of AI as the strategy. At least, they should be. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, welcomes Elon Salfati, Founder of the Salfati Group, to explore why you should treat AI as infrastructure rather than a standalone tool, how you can map workflows and pinpoint the right intervention points for AI augmentation and the key strategies to build organizational alignment across technology, people, and governance. Turns out - starting small with something like the right KPI alignment is the secret to transformation.
Gone are the days where organizations can think of AI as the strategy. At least, they should be. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, welcomes Elon Salfati, Founder of the Salfati Group, to explore why you should treat AI as infrastructure rather than a standalone tool. 


What You’ll Learn

  • How to reframe AI from "what can we use it for?" to "what's our operating model when AI orchestrates it?"
  • The three-step workflow mapping framework
  • Why "AI-ready data" is a myth and what to do instead
  • The federated data access strategy to dissolve silos without expensive multi-year migrations
  • How to identify your AI accountability gap and best align the team
  • The one-sentence test that separates real AI initiatives from board-mandated theater

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]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1044 Gone are the days where organizations can think of AI as the strategy. At least, they should be. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, welcomes Elon Salfati, Founder of the Salfati Group, to explore why you should treat AI as infrastructure rather than a standalone tool, how you can map workflows and pinpoint the right intervention points for AI augmentation and the key strategies to build organizational alignment across technology, people, and governance. Turns out - starting small with something like the right KPI alignment is the secret to transformation. Gone are the days where organizations can think of AI as the strategy. At least, they should be. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, welcomes Elon Salfati, Founder of the Salfati Group, to explore why you should treat AI as infrastructure rather than a standalone tool, how you can map workflows and pinpoint the right intervention points for AI augmentation and the key strategies to build organizational alignment across technology, people, and governance. Turns out - starting small with something like the right KPI alignment is the secret to transformation. AI implementation strategy, data foundations for AI, AI-ready data, embedding AI in business processes, AI maturity framework, data silos, federated data access, AI orchestration, AI governance, hands-off protocols, AI infrastructure, workflow automation with AI, human-AI collaboration, data quality management, AI use case mapping, process optimization with AI, enterprise AI deployment, AI risk management, data pipeline integrity, organizational readiness for AI No No Why “Wait-And-See” Can’t Be Your AI Strategy ft. Steve Brown https://podcasts.fame.so/e/q80v49p8-why-wait-and-see-can-t-be-your-ai-strategy-ft-steve-brown Why “Wait-And-See” Can’t Be Your AI Strategy ft. Steve Brown 39 1 No No p0knmyv1 Waiting to invest in AI could cost you everything, and yet, leaders are weary of taking the leap. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, welcomes Steve Brown, AI futurist, innovation advisor and author of “The AI Ultimatum”, to explore why the "wait and see" approach to AI is no longer viable, how to avoid critical missteps in your AI transformation (starting with getting your data house in order) and the leadership behaviors that define success in the intelligence age. Tune in to see how AI can become the engine that drives your business, backed by real-world examples - from Starbucks to Fortune 500 companies.
Waiting to invest in AI could cost you everything, and yet, leaders are weary of taking the leap. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, welcomes Steve Brown, AI futurist, innovation advisor and author of “The AI Ultimatum”, to explore how leaders can ensure they’re using AI the right way. 


What You’ll Learn

  • Why waiting to adopt AI is a guaranteed competitive disadvantage
  • How to avoid the #1 mistake early adopters made - the data cleanup problem
  • The critical change management imperative that most leaders overlook
  • Why treating AI as just another technology is a catastrophic strategic error
  • How to shift your leadership posture from "sage expert" to "philosopher explorer"
  • The three-stage AI maturity model for sustained AI excellence 
  • How Starbucks' DeepBrew demonstrates the power of thoughtful data strategy
  • The imperative for AI governance and guardrails in today’s day and age
  • Why your "next hire works for electrons, not dollars"

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]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1103 Waiting to invest in AI could cost you everything, and yet, leaders are weary of taking the leap. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, welcomes Steve Brown, AI futurist, innovation advisor and author of “The AI Ultimatum”, to explore why the "wait and see" approach to AI is no longer viable, how to avoid critical missteps in your AI transformation (starting with getting your data house in order) and the leadership behaviors that define success in the intelligence age. Tune in to see how AI can become the engine that drives your business, backed by real-world examples - from Starbucks to Fortune 500 companies. Waiting to invest in AI could cost you everything, and yet, leaders are weary of taking the leap. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, welcomes Steve Brown, AI futurist, innovation advisor and author of “The AI Ultimatum”, to explore why the "wait and see" approach to AI is no longer viable, how to avoid critical missteps in your AI transformation (starting with getting your data house in order) and the leadership behaviors that define success in the intelligence age. Tune in to see how AI can become the engine that drives your business, backed by real-world examples - from Starbucks to Fortune 500 companies. AI transformation strategy, AI agents, data governance, AI adoption, change management, human-machine collaboration, AI-first company, data quality, business impact of AI, workforce strategy with AI, AI implementation challenges, data house in order, AI use cases, personalization with AI, AI security guardrails, digital employees, agentic AI No No Why AI Excitement Is Outpacing Data Reality with Jim Kruger of Informatica https://podcasts.fame.so/e/489m9p28-why-ai-excitement-is-outpacing-data-reality-with-jim-kruger-of-informatica Why AI Excitement Is Outpacing Data Reality with Jim Kruger of Informatica 38 1 No No v17rl3v0 What if the rush to AI is actually costing you millions in failed implementations? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, sits down with Jim Kruger, EVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Informatica, to explore why data quality and governance must come before AI ambitions. Drawing from his unique experience as a CMO with full pipeline accountability, Jim shares why the "trust paradox" is the biggest hurdle to AI success and how leaders can prepare for the next era of agentic business.
Many companies are rushing to roll out AI initiatives, but without a strong data foundation, the results can be catastrophic. In this episode, Jim Kruger, EVP and CMO at Informatica, joins host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, to unpack the critical gap between AI ambitions and data reality.


What You’ll Learn

  • The foundational data quality issues that lead to costly resets.
  • Why board excitement for AI is outpacing the reality of enterprise data infrastructure.
  • A data-intensive approach to aligning sales and marketing through granular tracking.
  • Why autonomous agents demand 100% data confidence to avoid reputational damage.
  • Why "what you don't do" is just as important as your AI bets.
  • Practical steps to audit data readiness and upskill teams for the AI era.

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]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1019 What if the rush to AI is actually costing you millions in failed implementations? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, sits down with Jim Kruger, EVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Informatica, to explore why data quality and governance must come before AI ambitions. Drawing from his unique experience as a CMO with full pipeline accountability, Jim shares why the "trust paradox" is the biggest hurdle to AI success and how leaders can prepare for the next era of agentic business. What if the rush to AI is actually costing you millions in failed implementations? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, sits down with Jim Kruger, EVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Informatica, to explore why data quality and governance must come before AI ambitions. Drawing from his unique experience as a CMO with full pipeline accountability, Jim shares why the "trust paradox" is the biggest hurdle to AI success and how leaders can prepare for the next era of agentic business. data quality and AI, trusted data for AI, data governance, agentic AI, agentic enterprises, data management strategy, CDO challenges, AI implementation roadblocks, data-driven marketing, pipeline attribution, AI trust paradox, enterprise AI readiness No No What Leaders Are Getting Wrong About AI ROI and What Needs to Change ft. Kavita Ganesan https://podcasts.fame.so/e/rnklwww8-what-leaders-are-getting-wrong-about-ai-roi-and-what-needs-to-change-ft-kavita-ganesan What Leaders Are Getting Wrong About AI ROI and What Needs to Change ft. Kavita Ganesan 37 1 No No 70wj4441 If successful enterprise AI adoption is on your list for 2026, you’ve got to focus all your effort on strategy, not tools. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Kavita Ganesan, Chief AI Strategist & Architect, Opinosis Analytics, for a browse through her playbook of getting AI right. Together, they unpack why strategy must come before tools, how to identify which AI projects will actually move the needle for your organization, and the critical steps leaders must take to govern innovation responsibly. AI’s all the rage, but it’s time to sit down and truly understand what it can and cannot do.

If successful enterprise AI adoption is on your list for 2026, you’ve got to focus all your effort on strategy, not tools. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Kavita Ganesan, Chief AI Strategist & Architect, Opinosis Analytics, for a browse through her playbook of getting AI right.


What You’ll Learn

  • How to move beyond ChatGPT hype and build AI literacy among leadership
  • The 66-to-5 framework for ruthless AI prioritization
  • Why most AI projects fail: the gap between high-level vision and detailed workflow analysis
  • How to balance innovation, ethics, and compliance without becoming the "AI police"
  • The automation myth that's costing organizations millions
  • Why upskilling and responsible deployment matter more than ubiquitous AI integration

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]]> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 987 If successful enterprise AI adoption is on your list for 2026, you’ve got to focus all your effort on strategy, not tools. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Kavita Ganesan, Chief AI Strategist & Architect, Opinosis Analytics, for a browse through her playbook of getting AI right. Together, they unpack why strategy must come before tools, how to identify which AI projects will actually move the needle for your organization, and the critical steps leaders must take to govern innovation responsibly. AI’s all the rage, but it’s time to sit down and truly understand what it can and cannot do. If successful enterprise AI adoption is on your list for 2026, you’ve got to focus all your effort on strategy, not tools. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Kavita Ganesan, Chief AI Strategist & Architect, Opinosis Analytics, for a browse through her playbook of getting AI right. Together, they unpack why strategy must come before tools, how to identify which AI projects will actually move the needle for your organization, and the critical steps leaders must take to govern innovation responsibly. AI’s all the rage, but it’s time to sit down and truly understand what it can and cannot do. AI adoption strategy, enterprise AI implementation, responsible AI governance, AI business value, strategy-first AI approach, AI ethics and compliance, agentic AI systems, AI risk management, AI use case identification, AI opportunity assessment, workflow automation with AI No No How Companies Can Go from Zero to Scale Using AI for Marketing ft. Lillian Pierson https://podcasts.fame.so/e/1n2rpzvn-how-companies-can-go-from-zero-to-scale-using-ai-for-marketing-ft-lillian-pierson How Companies Can Go from Zero to Scale Using AI for Marketing ft. Lillian Pierson 36 1 No No 2199mvw1 The year may have changed from 2025 to 2026, but some fundamental truths about AI haven’t. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, kickstarts the year with Lillian Pierson, Fractional CMO & Growth Advisor, Data Mania LLC and a marketing AI educator, for a candid and eye-opening conversation on how companies can build AI-native growth systems that deliver measurable ROI, architect high-performing teams with fewer resources, while avoiding the pitfalls of "shiny object syndrome." These are the frameworks and real-world strategies that help early-stage startups and Fortune 100 companies alike harness AI for exponential growth. But most importantly, the strategies that keep humans in control of what matters most.
The year may have changed from 2025 to 2026, but some fundamental truths about AI haven’t. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, kickstarts the year with Lillian Pierson, Fractional CMO & Growth Advisor, Data Mania LLC, for a candid and eye-opening conversation on how companies can build AI-native growth systems that deliver true and measurable ROI. 


What You’ll Learn

  • How to apply the ACT Framework (Identify bottleneck → Construct system → Test & iterate) to systematize growth marketing
  • Why building AI-native content systems delivers 8x faster output and 3.5x more leads
  • The critical balance between automation and human judgment
  • How to shift from team management to growth architecture
  • Why AI replaces execution, not strategy
  • The practical entry point to AI adoption

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]]> Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1306 The year may have changed from 2025 to 2026, but some fundamental truths about AI haven’t. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, kickstarts the year with Lillian Pierson, Fractional CMO & Growth Advisor, Data Mania LLC and a marketing AI educator, for a candid and eye-opening conversation on how companies can build AI-native growth systems that deliver measurable ROI, architect high-performing teams with fewer resources, while avoiding the pitfalls of "shiny object syndrome." These are the frameworks and real-world strategies that help early-stage startups and Fortune 100 companies alike harness AI for exponential growth. But most importantly, the strategies that keep humans in control of what matters most. The year may have changed from 2025 to 2026, but some fundamental truths about AI haven’t. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, kickstarts the year with Lillian Pierson, Fractional CMO & Growth Advisor, Data Mania LLC and a marketing AI educator, for a candid and eye-opening conversation on how companies can build AI-native growth systems that deliver measurable ROI, architect high-performing teams with fewer resources, while avoiding the pitfalls of "shiny object syndrome." These are the frameworks and real-world strategies that help early-stage startups and Fortune 100 companies alike harness AI for exponential growth. But most importantly, the strategies that keep humans in control of what matters most. AI in marketing, marketing automation, AI-driven growth strategy, fractional CMO, data-driven marketing, marketing AI educator, AI for early-stage startups, growth marketing with AI, marketing systems, AI content creation, conversion rate optimization, ROI measurement, content automation, AI search marketing, marketing attribution No No Predictive AI, The Data Quality Crisis & The Octopus Model: How 2025 Redefined Data and AI https://podcasts.fame.so/e/p8llp528-predictive-ai-the-data-quality-crisis-the-octopus-model-how-2025-redefined-data-and-ai Predictive AI, The Data Quality Crisis & The Octopus Model: How 2025 Redefined Data and AI 35 1 No No x1l6xkj1 As we draw the curtains on 2025, it’s time to celebrate and reflect on the tectonic shifts the data and AI landscape have brought our way. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, hosts Amy Horowitz and Nick Dobbins reflect on a remarkable year of conversations with industry leaders, unpacking breakthrough insights that separate organizations thriving with AI from those merely chasing the hype. Featuring memorable moments from guests including Alana Val-Hackett, Sean Farney, Joe Reis, Karen Pfeifer, Cara Dailey, Kevin Petrie and Eric Siegel, this episode captures the strategic themes reshaping how enterprises operationalize trusted data and responsible automation.
As we draw the curtains on 2025, it’s time to celebrate and reflect on the tectonic shifts the data and AI landscape have brought our way. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, hosts Amy Horowitz and Nick Dobbins reflect on a remarkable year of conversations with industry leaders, unpacking breakthrough insights that separate organizations thriving with AI from those merely chasing the hype.


What You’ll Learn: 

  • How to transform data work into mission-critical outcomes
  • Why you should focus on “keeping your data closets clean” before chasing agentic AI
  • The agentic AI transformation from “human in the loop” to  “human on the loop”
  • The garbage in, garbage out data crisis we’re battling today 
  • How to structure and design your organization for maximum AI leverage 
  • Why governance and human judgment are non-negotiable in today’s AI-driven world 

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]]> Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 975 As we draw the curtains on 2025, it’s time to celebrate and reflect on the tectonic shifts the data and AI landscape have brought our way. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, hosts Amy Horowitz and Nick Dobbins reflect on a remarkable year of conversations with industry leaders, unpacking breakthrough insights that separate organizations thriving with AI from those merely chasing the hype. Featuring memorable moments from guests including Alana Val-Hackett, Sean Farney, Joe Reis, Karen Pfeifer, Cara Dailey, Kevin Petrie and Eric Siegel, this episode captures the strategic themes reshaping how enterprises operationalize trusted data and responsible automation. As we draw the curtains on 2025, it’s time to celebrate and reflect on the tectonic shifts the data and AI landscape have brought our way. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, hosts Amy Horowitz and Nick Dobbins reflect on a remarkable year of conversations with industry leaders, unpacking breakthrough insights that separate organizations thriving with AI from those merely chasing the hype. Featuring memorable moments from guests including Alana Val-Hackett, Sean Farney, Joe Reis, Karen Pfeifer, Cara Dailey, Kevin Petrie and Eric Siegel, this episode captures the strategic themes reshaping how enterprises operationalize trusted data and responsible automation. Data and AI, Trusted Data, Data Governance, Data Quality, Agentic AI, AI Adoption No No Creating a Data Experience that Builds Trust & Grows Your Business, with Anand Vijai https://podcasts.fame.so/e/pnllplkn-creating-a-data-experience-that-builds-trust-grows-your-business-with-anand-vijai Creating a Data Experience that Builds Trust & Grows Your Business, with Anand Vijai 34 1 No No x0l6x690 Regulations and governance don’t have to slow you down in the age of AI. They can actually be your competitive advantage. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Anand Vijai, Head of Risk, Finance, Compliance and Enterprise Data Platforms at Citizens Bank, for a play-by-play on building the idea data experience. Tune in for actionable insights on driving innovation without sacrificing governance, an understanding of why real-time data integration and AI-ready architectures matter in banking and the practical guide for modernizing your platform at scale. Plus, Anand's three guiding principles for driving meaningful technical change in regulated industries. This conversation delivers battle-tested strategies to turn data challenges into business opportunities.
Regulations and governance don’t have to slow you down in the age of AI. They can actually be your competitive advantage. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Anand Vijai, Head of Risk, Finance, Compliance and Enterprise Data Platforms at Citizens Bank, for a play-by-play on building the idea data experience.


What You’ll Learn

  • The data experience framework - how to rally cross-functional stakeholders around a unified data mission 
  • The 3-principle adoption approach: Architecture as code, first mile delivery and last mile support
  • How to reduce “time to insights” without sacrificing governance
  • How machine learning–powered automation reduces data quality routine builds from 40+ hours to two button clicks
  • Why regulated industries should lead on AI, not follow 
  • How to leverage your existing compliance and risk infrastructure into a competitive advantage
  • The practical checklist for organizations kickstarting their AI journey

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]]> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1257 Regulations and governance don’t have to slow you down in the age of AI. They can actually be your competitive advantage. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Anand Vijai, Head of Risk, Finance, Compliance and Enterprise Data Platforms at Citizens Bank, for a play-by-play on building the idea data experience. Tune in for actionable insights on driving innovation without sacrificing governance, an understanding of why real-time data integration and AI-ready architectures matter in banking and the practical guide for modernizing your platform at scale. Plus, Anand's three guiding principles for driving meaningful technical change in regulated industries. This conversation delivers battle-tested strategies to turn data challenges into business opportunities. Regulations and governance don’t have to slow you down in the age of AI. They can actually be your competitive advantage. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Anand Vijai, Head of Risk, Finance, Compliance and Enterprise Data Platforms at Citizens Bank, for a play-by-play on building the idea data experience. Tune in for actionable insights on driving innovation without sacrificing governance, an understanding of why real-time data integration and AI-ready architectures matter in banking and the practical guide for modernizing your platform at scale. Plus, Anand's three guiding principles for driving meaningful technical change in regulated industries. This conversation delivers battle-tested strategies to turn data challenges into business opportunities. enterprise data transformation, AI readiness, data governance, real-time MDM, data quality, data integration, cloud-native data platforms, streaming architecture, time to insights, regulatory compliance in banking No No The AI Investment Strategies You Need to Know: Eye-Opening Insights from Jonathan Brill https://podcasts.fame.so/e/pnm7mkrn-the-ai-investment-strategies-you-need-to-know-eye-opening-insights-from-jonathan-brill The AI Investment Strategies You Need to Know: Eye-Opening Insights from Jonathan Brill 33 1 No No 71v5r6y0 Placing bets is always a risky game, and yet, everyone’s looking to do it with AI. So, how can you make the best possible bet? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes pioneering AI strategist and Forbes-ranked #1 Futurist, Jonathan Brill, to figure it out. Backed by his rich experience shaping technology at Microsoft and Samsung, he shares his insights on AI transformation today - from why the "octopus organization" model beats traditional hierarchies, to the four ways of thinking your teams need to master - these are the battle-tested strategies for building cultures where AI amplifies human capability rather than displacing it. This conversation reveals how to balance innovation with governance, rethink talent strategy and position your organization to compete in a world where technology has gone global. Most importantly, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about AI transformation.
Placing bets is always a risky game, and yet, everyone’s looking to do it with AI. So, how can you make the best possible bet? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes pioneering AI strategist and Forbes-ranked #1 Futurist, Jonathan Brill, to figure it out - from why the "octopus organization" model beats traditional hierarchies, to the four ways of thinking your teams need to master. 


What You’ll Learn

  • How to reframe AI strategy from labor displacement to capturing unfilled demand
  • The economics of AI and why brilliant innovation fails without a sustainable business model
  • How to transform bookkeepers into data scientists and leverage reskilling rather than layoffs
  • The Octopus Model: the framework that allows organizations to decentralize decision-making to frontline teams
  • Why 85% of organizational transformations fail and how to get it right
  • The four critical thinking frameworks organizations need: deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, Bayesian statistical thinking and abductive reasoning
  • Why psychological safety is your foundation for AI adoption 
  • Guarantees for employees facing displacement, adoption stalls and talent walks.
  • Why innovation and encouraging the innovator mindset are mission-critical to organizations

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]]> Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1812 Placing bets is always a risky game, and yet, everyone’s looking to do it with AI. So, how can you make the best possible bet? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes pioneering AI strategist and Forbes-ranked #1 Futurist, Jonathan Brill, to figure it out. Backed by his rich experience shaping technology at Microsoft and Samsung, he shares his insights on AI transformation today - from why the "octopus organization" model beats traditional hierarchies, to the four ways of thinking your teams need to master - these are the battle-tested strategies for building cultures where AI amplifies human capability rather than displacing it. This conversation reveals how to balance innovation with governance, rethink talent strategy and position your organization to compete in a world where technology has gone global. Most importantly, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about AI transformation. Placing bets is always a risky game, and yet, everyone’s looking to do it with AI. So, how can you make the best possible bet? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes pioneering AI strategist and Forbes-ranked #1 Futurist, Jonathan Brill, to figure it out. Backed by his rich experience shaping technology at Microsoft and Samsung, he shares his insights on AI transformation today - from why the "octopus organization" model beats traditional hierarchies, to the four ways of thinking your teams need to master - these are the battle-tested strategies for building cultures where AI amplifies human capability rather than displacing it. This conversation reveals how to balance innovation with governance, rethink talent strategy and position your organization to compete in a world where technology has gone global. Most importantly, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about AI transformation. Agentic AI, AI governance, AI implementation, Enterprise AI strategy, Data management for AI, AI architecture, AI agents, Human oversight in AI, Automation and AI balance No No The Forgotten 50%: Why Predictive AI Deserves Equal Attention as Generative AI with Eric Siegel https://podcasts.fame.so/e/rn74wr08-the-forgotten-50-why-predictive-ai-deserves-equal-attention-as-generative-ai-with-eric-siegel The Forgotten 50%: Why Predictive AI Deserves Equal Attention as Generative AI with Eric Siegel 32 1 No No k18yk8z0 Predictive models are the yin to Gen AI’s yang and yet, they’re often forgotten about and left behind; especially in the context of driving business value. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO at Informatica, sits down with Eric Siegel, CEO of Gooder AI and bestselling author of "The AI Playbook," to explore the practical implementation of machine learning in business operations and how we can cut through AI hype and unlock real business value through predictive analytics. Tune in to learn why predictive AI deserves equal attention as generative AI, how to bridge the gap between technical and business metrics, and discover a six-step framework for successful ML deployment.
What if we could cut through AI hype and unlock real business value through predictive analytics? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO at Informatica, sits down with Eric Siegel, CEO of Gooder AI and bestselling author of "The AI Playbook," to explore the practical implementation of machine learning and Predictive AI in business operations. 



What You’ll Learn

  • How to leverage the six-step BizML framework to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders
  • Why predictive AI deserves equal attention and investment alongside generative AI for operational improvement
  • The critical difference between technical metrics (like AUC scores) and business metrics that demonstrate real value
  • How to define specific, measurable predictions that drive operational improvements and bottom-line results
  • Why data quality and coherent infrastructure are fundamental to successful AI implementation
  • The importance of balancing technical innovation with clear business value propositions in AI projects

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]]> Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1440 Predictive models are the yin to Gen AI’s yang and yet, they’re often forgotten about and left behind; especially in the context of driving business value. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO at Informatica, sits down with Eric Siegel, CEO of Gooder AI and bestselling author of "The AI Playbook," to explore the practical implementation of machine learning in business operations and how we can cut through AI hype and unlock real business value through predictive analytics. Tune in to learn why predictive AI deserves equal attention as generative AI, how to bridge the gap between technical and business metrics, and discover a six-step framework for successful ML deployment. Predictive models are the yin to Gen AI’s yang and yet, they’re often forgotten about and left behind; especially in the context of driving business value. In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, host Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO at Informatica, sits down with Eric Siegel, CEO of Gooder AI and bestselling author of "The AI Playbook," to explore the practical implementation of machine learning in business operations and how we can cut through AI hype and unlock real business value through predictive analytics. Tune in to learn why predictive AI deserves equal attention as generative AI, how to bridge the gap between technical and business metrics, and discover a six-step framework for successful ML deployment. predictive AI benefits, business value of AI, AI playbook methodology, machine learning deployment, data-driven decision making, AI implementation strategy, BizML framework, model evaluation metrics, business metrics for AI, predictive analytics ROI, AI project management, technical vs business metrics No No Winning the Game of Agentic AI & The Hidden Truth About Model Governance with Kevin Petrie https://podcasts.fame.so/e/mn4l26qn-winning-the-game-of-agentic-ai-the-hidden-truth-about-model-governance-with-kevin-petrie Winning the Game of Agentic AI & The Hidden Truth About Model Governance with Kevin Petrie 31 1 No No x06r5k20 The only thing worse than not using Agentic AI in today’s day and age is using it badly! If you want to avoid the chaos that often accompanies Agentic AI and enjoy its perks to the fullest, tune into the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life with host Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO, Informatica. In this episode, he welcomes Kevin Petrie, VP of Research and Head of Data Management Practice at BARC, to explore the transformative impact of Agentic AI on modern enterprises. Kevin shares invaluable insights on architecting for AI success, implementing effective governance frameworks, and managing the proliferation of AI agents across organizations. From practical strategies for metadata management, to balancing human oversight with automation, this conversation delivers essential guidance for data leaders navigating the evolving landscape of AI implementation.
In a world that’s seeing the rise of Agentic AI, you want to avoid the chaos and be more cruise control in the space. Tune into the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life as host Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO, Informatica welcomes Kevin Petrie, VP of Research and Head of Data Management Practice at BARC, to explore the transformative impact of Agentic AI on modern enterprises.


What You’ll Learn

  • How to adapt data architecture for agentic AI through three critical lifecycles: DataOps, ModelOps, and AgentOps
  • Why human oversight remains crucial in AI governance, even as automation increases
  • The framework for managing data, model, and agent governance simultaneously for risk mitigation
  • How to build trust in AI systems through strategic metadata management and semantic layers
  • The practical approach to scaling AI agents while maintaining control and compliance
  • Why emotional intelligence and adaptability are becoming more critical as AI capabilities expand
  • How to start small with AI implementation while preparing for future scale

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]]> Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1438 The only thing worse than not using Agentic AI in today’s day and age is using it badly! If you want to avoid the chaos that often accompanies Agentic AI and enjoy its perks to the fullest, tune into the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life with host Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO, Informatica. In this episode, he welcomes Kevin Petrie, VP of Research and Head of Data Management Practice at BARC, to explore the transformative impact of Agentic AI on modern enterprises. Kevin shares invaluable insights on architecting for AI success, implementing effective governance frameworks, and managing the proliferation of AI agents across organizations. From practical strategies for metadata management, to balancing human oversight with automation, this conversation delivers essential guidance for data leaders navigating the evolving landscape of AI implementation. The only thing worse than not using Agentic AI in today’s day and age is using it badly! If you want to avoid the chaos that often accompanies Agentic AI and enjoy its perks to the fullest, tune into the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life with host Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO, Informatica. In this episode, he welcomes Kevin Petrie, VP of Research and Head of Data Management Practice at BARC, to explore the transformative impact of Agentic AI on modern enterprises. Kevin shares invaluable insights on architecting for AI success, implementing effective governance frameworks, and managing the proliferation of AI agents across organizations. From practical strategies for metadata management, to balancing human oversight with automation, this conversation delivers essential guidance for data leaders navigating the evolving landscape of AI implementation. No No Making the Data Storm Count: Driving Innovation and Transformation as CDO with Cara Dailey https://podcasts.fame.so/e/xnvlw59n-making-the-data-storm-count-driving-innovation-and-transformation-as-cdo-with-cara-dailey Making the Data Storm Count: Driving Innovation and Transformation as CDO with Cara Dailey 30 1 No No 71ypv830 What does it take to be a successful Chief Data Officer in today’s fast changing tech data and AI landscape? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica sits down with Cara Dailey, 3-time CDO for major financial institutions, to explore what pragmatic leadership in data transformation really entails. Drawing from her experience at major financial powerhouses, Cara shares invaluable insights on balancing strategic data differentiation, maintaining "clean closets" in data management, and leveraging AI to strengthen governance initiatives. This conversation offers a critical reminder that data-driven decision making is the need of the hour and can make or break your CDO aspirations.
What does it take to be a successful Chief Data Officer in today’s fast changing tech data and AI landscape? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica sits down with Cara Dailey, 3-time CDO for major financial institutions, to explore what pragmatic leadership in data transformation really entails. 



What You’ll Learn

  • How to identify strategic data opportunities by focusing on specific business problems and value drivers
  • The "Clean Closets" approach to assessing and organizing enterprise data assets in your first 100 days as a data leader
  • Why connecting data strategy to business objectives is crucial for driving organizational transformation
  • How to build high-performing data teams by combining diverse skillsets, from academics to relationship managers
  • The critical link between AI innovation and data governance, and why AI is actually strengthening the case for robust data management
  • Why taking calculated career risks and saying "yes" to unexpected opportunities can lead to transformative leadership roles in data

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]]> Thu, 16 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1120 What does it take to be a successful Chief Data Officer in today’s fast changing tech data and AI landscape? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica sits down with Cara Dailey, 3-time CDO for major financial institutions, to explore what pragmatic leadership in data transformation really entails. Drawing from her experience at major financial powerhouses, Cara shares invaluable insights on balancing strategic data differentiation, maintaining "clean closets" in data management, and leveraging AI to strengthen governance initiatives. This conversation offers a critical reminder that data-driven decision making is the need of the hour and can make or break your CDO aspirations. What does it take to be a successful Chief Data Officer in today’s fast changing tech data and AI landscape? In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life, Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica sits down with Cara Dailey, 3-time CDO for major financial institutions, to explore what pragmatic leadership in data transformation really entails. Drawing from her experience at major financial powerhouses, Cara shares invaluable insights on balancing strategic data differentiation, maintaining "clean closets" in data management, and leveraging AI to strengthen governance initiatives. This conversation offers a critical reminder that data-driven decision making is the need of the hour and can make or break your CDO aspirations. chief data officer role, data governance, data transformation, AI strategy, data management leadership, enterprise data management, data quality data enablement, business strategy alignment, data driven decisions, financial services data, data closet cleanup, pragmatic leadership, CCAR implementation No No The Playbook To Building AI-Driven Innovation at Scale with Karen Pfeifer of Pythian https://podcasts.fame.so/e/mn4lm7rn-the-playbook-to-building-ai-driven-innovation-at-scale-with-karen-pfeifer-of-pythian The Playbook To Building AI-Driven Innovation at Scale with Karen Pfeifer of Pythian 29 1 No No x06r6jp0 AI this, AI that - but how many of us are actually extracting its complete value and making it work for us? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz sits down with Karen Pfeifer, Chief AI Officer at Pythian, to unravel the complexities of enterprise data and AI transformation. Drawing from her extensive experience at industry giants like Disney, Hulu, and Comcast, Karen shares invaluable insights on measuring data success through business impact, developing cross-functional teams, and navigating the challenges of AI governance. Her experiential perspectives offer practical wisdom on building trusted data foundations and embracing emerging trends like Agentic AI. Tune in for a reminder that the bridge between technical innovation and tangible business outcomes exists, and you can cross it!
AI this, AI that - but how many of us are actually extracting its complete value and making it work for us? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz sits down with Karen Pfeifer, Chief AI Officer at Pythian, to unravel the complexities of enterprise data and AI transformation.


What You’ll Learn

  • How to transform raw data assets into strategic business drivers through a data-first, AI-centric approach
  • The framework for measuring data success through concrete business metrics like cost reduction, customer retention, and revenue growth
  • Why organizational culture and change management are crucial for successful AI implementation
  • How to develop cross-functional data strategies that align with specific business outcomes
  • The critical importance of building trusted data foundations before scaling AI initiatives
  • How to navigate the balance between innovation and responsible AI usage in enterprise environments

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]]> Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1111 AI this, AI that - but how many of us are actually extracting its complete value and making it work for us? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz sits down with Karen Pfeifer, Chief AI Officer at Pythian, to unravel the complexities of enterprise data and AI transformation. Drawing from her extensive experience at industry giants like Disney, Hulu, and Comcast, Karen shares invaluable insights on measuring data success through business impact, developing cross-functional teams, and navigating the challenges of AI governance. Her experiential perspectives offer practical wisdom on building trusted data foundations and embracing emerging trends like Agentic AI. Tune in for a reminder that the bridge between technical innovation and tangible business outcomes exists, and you can cross it! AI this, AI that - but how many of us are actually extracting its complete value and making it work for us? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica, Amy Horowitz sits down with Karen Pfeifer, Chief AI Officer at Pythian, to unravel the complexities of enterprise data and AI transformation. Drawing from her extensive experience at industry giants like Disney, Hulu, and Comcast, Karen shares invaluable insights on measuring data success through business impact, developing cross-functional teams, and navigating the challenges of AI governance. Her experiential perspectives offer practical wisdom on building trusted data foundations and embracing emerging trends like Agentic AI. Tune in for a reminder that the bridge between technical innovation and tangible business outcomes exists, and you can cross it! data engineering fundamentals, AI implementation, data governance, data quality, secure data management, data architecture, data engineering lifecycle, data infrastructure, business value alignment, problem-first approach, data modeling, data security, CTO insights, data engineering leadership, enterprise data strategy, data engineering best practices, technical decision making, data architecture planning No No Why Great AI Solutions Start with Listening: Navigating the Data Quality Crisis with Joe Reis Part 2 https://podcasts.fame.so/e/q80vwql8-why-great-ai-solutions-start-with-listening-navigating-the-data-quality-crisis-with-joe-reis-part-2 Why Great AI Solutions Start with Listening: Navigating the Data Quality Crisis with Joe Reis Part 2 28 1 No No p0kn8p21 So, you’ve got your data in place. Now what? The world of data collection, analysis and engineering is undergoing a massive overhaul and it can be hard to keep on. In part 2 of this Bringing Data and AI To Life episode, host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, and Joe Reis, bestselling author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering" and Data Engineer, continue to unpack why prioritizing business problems over technological solutions in AI implementation is critical. Tune in to discover practical strategies for better active listening, translating technical concepts into business value, and mastering the fundamentals in an AI-first world. The keys to unlocking the potential of the data ecosystem are where you least expect them to be.
So, you’ve got your data in place. Now what? The world of data collection, analysis and engineering is undergoing a massive overhaul and it can be hard to keep on. In part 2 of this Bringing Data and AI To Life episode, host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, and Joe Reis, bestselling author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering" and Data Engineer, continue to unpack why prioritizing business problems over technological solutions in AI implementation is critical. 


What You’ll Learn

  • How to adopt a "problem-first" approach and resist the trap of tool-driven solutions
  • Why active listening and business literacy are crucial skills for data professionals in the AI era
  • The art of communicating data projects, simply, to gain business buy-in
  • Why philosophy, arts, and knowledge sciences are becoming essential skills for data professionals
  • The strategic importance of understanding semantic layers, knowledge graphs, and ontologies in an AI-first world
  • How to future-proof your career by creating new roles and opportunities in the evolving data landscape
  • Why self-directed learning and broad reading across disciplines are critical for navigating the AI transformation

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]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 917 So, you’ve got your data in place. Now what? The world of data collection, analysis and engineering is undergoing a massive overhaul and it can be hard to keep on. In part 2 of this Bringing Data and AI To Life episode, host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, and Joe Reis, bestselling author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering" and Data Engineer, continue to unpack why prioritizing business problems over technological solutions in AI implementation is critical. Tune in to discover practical strategies for better active listening, translating technical concepts into business value, and mastering the fundamentals in an AI-first world. The keys to unlocking the potential of the data ecosystem are where you least expect them to be. So, you’ve got your data in place. Now what? The world of data collection, analysis and engineering is undergoing a massive overhaul and it can be hard to keep on. In part 2 of this Bringing Data and AI To Life episode, host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, and Joe Reis, bestselling author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering" and Data Engineer, continue to unpack why prioritizing business problems over technological solutions in AI implementation is critical. Tune in to discover practical strategies for better active listening, translating technical concepts into business value, and mastering the fundamentals in an AI-first world. The keys to unlocking the potential of the data ecosystem are where you least expect them to be. problem-first approach, business value in AI, active listening, data fundamentals, AI transformation, data governance, business literacy, technology adoption, data modeling, knowledge management, data engineer career path, data practitioner skills, business-technical translation, data leadership, innovation strategy, AI architecture, knowledge graphs, semantic layers, LLM integration, real-time data systems No No Navigating the Data Quality Crisis & Demystifying The Data Ecosystem: Part 1 with Joe Reis https://podcasts.fame.so/e/vn5jx178-navigating-the-data-quality-crisis-demystifying-the-data-ecosystem-with-joe-reis Navigating the Data Quality Crisis & Demystifying The Data Ecosystem: Part 1 with Joe Reis 27 1 No No 80q36w50 Today’s data ecosystem is less an absolute and more an ever-evolving mystery that’s always got eyes on it. Our eyes too - on the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes Joe Reis, bestselling author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering" and Data Engineer, in this two-part series, to explore the evolving landscape of data engineering and AI implementation. Tune in to understand why focusing on fundamentals remains crucial amid rapid technological change, unpack the ways to build robust data systems without falling into “hype cycles”, and learn practical strategies for aligning architecture, governance, and tooling with real business outcomes. It’s time to balance innovation with proven principles, while emphasizing the often-overlooked importance of security and governance in modern data engineering. Today’s data ecosystem is less an absolute and more an ever-evolving mystery that’s always got eyes on it. Our eyes too - on the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes Joe Reis, bestselling author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering" and Data Engineer, to explore the evolving landscape of data engineering and AI implementation.

What You’ll Learn
  • Why fundamental data principles remain essential even as AI technologies evolve
  • How to transition from tool-first thinking to problem-first approaches that deliver real business value
  • The critical importance of security and governance in building AI-ready data pipelines
  • Why active listening and business literacy are crucial skills for modern data practitioners
  • How to communicate data initiatives effectively by speaking the language of business stakeholders
  • Why combining traditional sciences with philosophy and arts creates stronger data professionals in the AI era

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Joe’s Book “Fundamentals of Data Engineering”: https://www.amazon.in/Fundamentals-Data-Engineering-Systems-Grayscale/dp/9355421540
Nick Dobbins LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-dobbins-guiding-data-modernization-with-responsible-ai
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]]> Thu, 04 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1457 Today’s data ecosystem is less an absolute and more an ever-evolving mystery that’s always got eyes on it. Our eyes too - on the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes Joe Reis, bestselling author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering" and Data Engineer, in this two-part series, to explore the evolving landscape of data engineering and AI implementation. Tune in to understand why focusing on fundamentals remains crucial amid rapid technological change, unpack the ways to build robust data systems without falling into “hype cycles”, and learn practical strategies for aligning architecture, governance, and tooling with real business outcomes. It’s time to balance innovation with proven principles, while emphasizing the often-overlooked importance of security and governance in modern data engineering. Today’s data ecosystem is less an absolute and more an ever-evolving mystery that’s always got eyes on it. Our eyes too - on the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes Joe Reis, bestselling author of "Fundamentals of Data Engineering" and Data Engineer, in this two-part series, to explore the evolving landscape of data engineering and AI implementation. Tune in to understand why focusing on fundamentals remains crucial amid rapid technological change, unpack the ways to build robust data systems without falling into “hype cycles”, and learn practical strategies for aligning architecture, governance, and tooling with real business outcomes. It’s time to balance innovation with proven principles, while emphasizing the often-overlooked importance of security and governance in modern data engineering. No No The Guide to Data Centre Strategy & Scaling Zero-Downtime Data Centers with Sean Farney https://podcasts.fame.so/e/1833x678-the-guide-to-data-centre-strategy-scaling-zero-downtime-data-centers-with-sean-farney The Guide to Data Centre Strategy & Scaling Zero-Downtime Data Centers with Sean Farney 26 1 No No m0jp97w0 Data dictates everything - our work, our lives and everything in between. But where does it live? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits with Sean Farney, VP of Data Center Strategy for Americas at JLL, to explore the fascinating world of data center innovation. Together, they unpack valuable insights from managing Microsoft's groundbreaking 120MW containerized data center to leading sustainability initiatives across 200 million square feet of mission-critical infrastructure. The world belongs to those who pay attention to AI infrastructure scaling, sustainable data operations and the future of adaptive data centers. So, tune in to understand why data centers are the backbone of our AI-driven future and learn about emerging opportunities in this rapidly growing field. Come, take a peek behind the curtain of modern data infrastructure!

Data dictates everything - our work, our lives and everything in between. But where does it live? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits with Sean Farney, VP of Data Center Strategy for Americas at JLL, to explore the fascinating world of data center innovation.


What You’ll Learn

  • How data is driving a 23% annual growth in data creation and infrastructure demands
  • Why data centers are leading the charge in sustainability through innovative cooling technologies and power efficiency measures
  • The evolution of data center design, from Microsoft's groundbreaking containerized solutions to modern AI-optimized facilities
  • How adaptive reuse is transforming abandoned real estate into efficient data centers for AI inferencing
  • The expanding career opportunities in data center operations, with insights on entering this high-growth field through various educational pathways

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]]> Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1250 Data dictates everything - our work, our lives and everything in between. But where does it live? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits with Sean Farney, VP of Data Center Strategy for Americas at JLL, to explore the fascinating world of data center innovation. Together, they unpack valuable insights from managing Microsoft's groundbreaking 120MW containerized data center to leading sustainability initiatives across 200 million square feet of mission-critical infrastructure. The world belongs to those who pay attention to AI infrastructure scaling, sustainable data operations and the future of adaptive data centers. So, tune in to understand why data centers are the backbone of our AI-driven future and learn about emerging opportunities in this rapidly growing field. Come, take a peek behind the curtain of modern data infrastructure! Data dictates everything - our work, our lives and everything in between. But where does it live? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits with Sean Farney, VP of Data Center Strategy for Americas at JLL, to explore the fascinating world of data center innovation. Together, they unpack valuable insights from managing Microsoft's groundbreaking 120MW containerized data center to leading sustainability initiatives across 200 million square feet of mission-critical infrastructure. The world belongs to those who pay attention to AI infrastructure scaling, sustainable data operations and the future of adaptive data centers. So, tune in to understand why data centers are the backbone of our AI-driven future and learn about emerging opportunities in this rapidly growing field. Come, take a peek behind the curtain of modern data infrastructure! No No How High Performing Data Teams Can Be Ethically Strong Too with Alanna Val-Hackett of TripleLift https://podcasts.fame.so/e/q80vprj8-how-high-performing-data-teams-can-be-ethically-strong-too-with-alanna-val-hackett-of-triplelift How High Performing Data Teams Can Be Ethically Strong Too with Alanna Val-Hackett of TripleLift 25 1 No No p0knvqx1 Transforming one’s business with AI while maintaining that human element is the balance everyone’s struggling with. But what if the answer’s hidden in plain sight? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz sits down with Alanna Val Hackett, Manager of Data Solutions at TripleLift, to explore the evolution of modern data teams, effective data-driven product management, and practical AI implementation strategies. Tune in for valuable insights on how to balance automation with human expertise, develop junior talent effectively, and create a documentation culture that empowers self-service analytics. The only data teams that will win are the ones who keep ethical considerations at the forefront.
Transforming one’s business with AI while maintaining that human element is the balance everyone’s struggling with. But what if the answer’s hidden in plain sight? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz sits down with Alanna Val Hackett, Manager of Data Solutions at TripleLift, to explore the evolution of modern data teams, effective data-driven product management, and practical AI implementation strategies. 


What You’ll Learn 

  • How to transition into data leadership through strategic career progression and agile methodologies
  • The data requirements for ensuring business and technical alignment in product development
  • Why dedicated data product managers are essential for driving data-driven decision making
  • How to implement proactive cost optimization through data warehouse monitoring and micro-batch processing
  • The principle of Human-AI balance for keeping AI focused on automation while preserving human creativity
  • How to retain top data talent through strategic exposure and professional development opportunities
  • Why documentation and end-user empathy are crucial for successful data and AI initiatives
  • The importance of maintaining junior developer growth opportunities in an AI-enhanced workplace

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]]> Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1110 Transforming one’s business with AI while maintaining that human element is the balance everyone’s struggling with. But what if the answer’s hidden in plain sight? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz sits down with Alanna Val Hackett, Manager of Data Solutions at TripleLift, to explore the evolution of modern data teams, effective data-driven product management, and practical AI implementation strategies. Tune in for valuable insights on how to balance automation with human expertise, develop junior talent effectively, and create a documentation culture that empowers self-service analytics. The only data teams that will win are the ones who keep ethical considerations at the forefront. Transforming one’s business with AI while maintaining that human element is the balance everyone’s struggling with. But what if the answer’s hidden in plain sight? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz sits down with Alanna Val Hackett, Manager of Data Solutions at TripleLift, to explore the evolution of modern data teams, effective data-driven product management, and practical AI implementation strategies. Tune in for valuable insights on how to balance automation with human expertise, develop junior talent effectively, and create a documentation culture that empowers self-service analytics. The only data teams that will win are the ones who keep ethical considerations at the forefront. Artificial Intelligence, Data Management, Generative AI, Cyber Security, Ethical AI No No From Data Chaos to AI Success: Celebrating a Year of Bringing Data and AI To Life https://podcasts.fame.so/e/q80vpkx8-from-data-chaos-to-ai-success-celebrating-a-year-of-bringing-data-and-ai-to-life From Data Chaos to AI Success: Celebrating a Year of Bringing Data and AI To Life 24 1 No No p0knv9j1 In the data and AI space, action cannot wait. And, neither can celebration! Tune into the anniversary special of Bringing Data and AI To Life as hosts, Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica and Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO, Informatica, along with special appearances from the podcast team - Rudra Ray, Rameez Ghouz, Stephanie Rogers and Gary Loste, celebrate one year of cutting through data and AI complexity. Together, they reflect on key insights and transformative discussions that have shaped the industry landscape, including AI governance challenges, the importance of trusted data for scaling AI initiatives, and practical strategies for modernizing data stacks. As you listen in, continue to cut through the chaos of data and AI and walk the path of clarity with us!
In the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI To Life as hosts, Amy Horowitz, VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica and Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO, Informatica, along with the team - Rudra Ray, Rameez Ghouz, Stephanie Rogers and Gary Loste, celebrate one year of cutting through data and AI complexity. Together, they reflect on key insights and transformative discussions that have shaped the industry landscape, including AI governance challenges, the importance of trusted data for scaling AI initiatives, and practical strategies for modernizing data stacks.



What You’ll Learn 

  • Why trusted data remains the critical foundation for scaling AI beyond proof-of-concept stages
  • How organizations are adapting learning strategies to keep pace with rapid AI evolution through experimentation and collaboration
  • The evolution of data management from a specialized function to an organization-wide responsibility
  • Why successful AI implementation requires both technical excellence and cultural transformation
  • Case studies of certain organizations who’ve achieved success through robust data foundations and system integration
  • The growing importance of AI governance in preventing organizational risks and ensuring ethical implementation
  • The future of data modernization and its role in preparing organizations for AI adoption
  • Why "good enough" data quality no longer suffices in today's AI-driven landscape

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]]> Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 989 In the data and AI space, action cannot wait. And, neither can celebration! Tune into the anniversary special of Bringing Data and AI To Life as hosts, Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica and Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO, Informatica, along with special appearances from the podcast team - Rudra Ray, Rameez Ghouz, Stephanie Rogers and Gary Loste, celebrate one year of cutting through data and AI complexity. Together, they reflect on key insights and transformative discussions that have shaped the industry landscape, including AI governance challenges, the importance of trusted data for scaling AI initiatives, and practical strategies for modernizing data stacks. As you listen in, continue to cut through the chaos of data and AI and walk the path of clarity with us! In the data and AI space, action cannot wait. And, neither can celebration! Tune into the anniversary special of Bringing Data and AI To Life as hosts, Amy Horowitz, GVP Solutions Sales and Business Development at Informatica and Nick Dobbins, VP and Worldwide Field CTO, Informatica, along with special appearances from the podcast team - Rudra Ray, Rameez Ghouz, Stephanie Rogers and Gary Loste, celebrate one year of cutting through data and AI complexity. Together, they reflect on key insights and transformative discussions that have shaped the industry landscape, including AI governance challenges, the importance of trusted data for scaling AI initiatives, and practical strategies for modernizing data stacks. As you listen in, continue to cut through the chaos of data and AI and walk the path of clarity with us! AI, Innovation, Data Quality, Leadership No No Bridging the Gap Between Ad Tech and Customer Value: The AI and Data Story with Praveen Gujar https://podcasts.fame.so/e/4n9mqm9n-bridging-the-gap-between-ad-tech-and-customer-value-the-ai-and-data-story-with-praveen-gujar Bridging the Gap Between Ad Tech and Customer Value: The AI and Data Story with Praveen Gujar 23 1 No No v07r7rl1 As it stands today, the average social media user is privy to anywhere between 4000 to 10,000 ads a day. So, how much of this churn is down to Data and AI and how efficiently do businesses bridge the gap between ad tech and customer value? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes Praveen Gujar, Director of Product at LinkedIn, to explore the evolution of ad tech platforms, real-time data scaling, and the delicate balance between personalization and privacy. Whether you're leading marketing technology initiatives or building data infrastructure for advertising platforms, this conversation delivers practical insights on leveraging AI for hyper-personalization while maintaining user trust. Tune in to discover how successful ad tech platforms are simplifying complex data architectures to deliver real-time, personalized experiences at scale.
As it stands today, the average social media user is privy to anywhere between 4,000 to 10,000 ads a day. So, how much of this churn is down to Data and AI and how efficiently do businesses bridge the gap between ad tech and customer value? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes Praveen Gujar, Director of Product at LinkedIn, to explore the evolution of ad tech platforms, real-time data scaling, and the delicate balance between personalization and privacy.


What You’ll Learn

  • How digital advertising has transformed from basic demographic targeting to AI-powered intent and context-based personalization
  • The three pillars of ethical AI implementation in advertising: bias minimization, transparency, and accountability
  • Why building simple, scalable systems is crucial for delivering real-time, hyper-personalized ad experiences
  • How to balance innovation and personalization with user privacy and trust
  • The critical role of real-time data systems in modern ad tech platforms
  • Why cross-channel consistency and attribution are essential for demonstrating advertising ROI
  • The fundamental skills needed for aspiring product leaders in ad tech, including AI foundations and low-code development 

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]]> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1602 As it stands today, the average social media user is privy to anywhere between 4000 to 10,000 ads a day. So, how much of this churn is down to Data and AI and how efficiently do businesses bridge the gap between ad tech and customer value? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes Praveen Gujar, Director of Product at LinkedIn, to explore the evolution of ad tech platforms, real-time data scaling, and the delicate balance between personalization and privacy. Whether you're leading marketing technology initiatives or building data infrastructure for advertising platforms, this conversation delivers practical insights on leveraging AI for hyper-personalization while maintaining user trust. Tune in to discover how successful ad tech platforms are simplifying complex data architectures to deliver real-time, personalized experiences at scale. As it stands today, the average social media user is privy to anywhere between 4000 to 10,000 ads a day. So, how much of this churn is down to Data and AI and how efficiently do businesses bridge the gap between ad tech and customer value? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes Praveen Gujar, Director of Product at LinkedIn, to explore the evolution of ad tech platforms, real-time data scaling, and the delicate balance between personalization and privacy. Whether you're leading marketing technology initiatives or building data infrastructure for advertising platforms, this conversation delivers practical insights on leveraging AI for hyper-personalization while maintaining user trust. Tune in to discover how successful ad tech platforms are simplifying complex data architectures to deliver real-time, personalized experiences at scale. digital advertising evolution, Ad tech, AI in ad tech, data personalization, real-time ad targeting, ad platform scalability, data ethics in advertising, hyper-personalization strategies, dynamic content optimization, real-time bidding systems, cross-channel advertising, ad attribution analytics, consumer data privacy, enterprise ad tech solutions, advertising ROI metrics, data-driven marketing strategy, ad platform architecture, marketing technology infrastructure No No The Value Engineering Playbook to Solve Real Problems with: Insights from the Dean of Data, Bill Schmarzo https://podcasts.fame.so/e/1np7y3v8-the-value-engineering-playbook-to-solve-real-problems-with-insights-from-the-dean-of-data-bill-schmarzo The Value Engineering Playbook to Solve Real Problems with: Insights from the Dean of Data, Bill Schmarzo 22 1 No No z0r46x30 If you think the mere presence of AI determines organizational success, think again. It’s when organizations use AI to support value creation that success really takes a seat at the table. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Amy Horowitz, VP of the Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales team for Informatica, welcomes the ‘Dean of Big Data’, Bill Schmarzo to the show, to unpack key strategies to transform data and AI initiatives into tangible business value. Backed by his pioneering Value Engineering Methodology, Bill reveals why successful AI adoption starts with understanding your organization's value creation process - not the technology. This conversation serves as a much-needed reminder that understanding the problem at hand is just as important (if not more) as looking for solutions.
If you think the mere presence of AI determines organizational success, think again. Because it’s when organizations use AI to support value creation, that success really takes a seat at the table. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Amy Horowitz, VP of the Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales team for Informatica, welcomes the ‘Dean of Big Data’, Bill Schmarzo to the show, to unpack key strategies to transform data and AI initiatives into tangible business value.


What You’ll Learn

  • The Value Engineering Methodology to transform data initiatives from technology projects into value creation engines 
  • Why stakeholder involvement is crucial for successful AI adoption and implementation
  • The “economics of data” - how it’s an appreciating asset that gains value through continuous use
  • How to avoid monetizing data through sales instead of strategic value creation
  • Key strategies to define and measure KPIs before implementing AI solutions
  • Why AI should be viewed as an innovation tool rather than just a productivity enhancer

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]]> Thu, 26 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 972 If you think the mere presence of AI determines organizational success, think again. It’s when organizations use AI to support value creation that success really takes a seat at the table. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Amy Horowitz, VP of the Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales team for Informatica, welcomes the ‘Dean of Big Data’, Bill Schmarzo to the show, to unpack key strategies to transform data and AI initiatives into tangible business value. Backed by his pioneering Value Engineering Methodology, Bill reveals why successful AI adoption starts with understanding your organization's value creation process - not the technology. This conversation serves as a much-needed reminder that understanding the problem at hand is just as important (if not more) as looking for solutions. If you think the mere presence of AI determines organizational success, think again. It’s when organizations use AI to support value creation that success really takes a seat at the table. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Amy Horowitz, VP of the Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales team for Informatica, welcomes the ‘Dean of Big Data’, Bill Schmarzo to the show, to unpack key strategies to transform data and AI initiatives into tangible business value. Backed by his pioneering Value Engineering Methodology, Bill reveals why successful AI adoption starts with understanding your organization's value creation process - not the technology. This conversation serves as a much-needed reminder that understanding the problem at hand is just as important (if not more) as looking for solutions. Data monetization, AI implementation, Value engineering, Trusted data management, Big data strategy, Data value creation, AI model adoption, KPI measurement, Data quality metrics, Community impact measurement, Digital transformation economics, Data analytics ROI, AI model training, Data governance strategy No No Staying Optimistic About the Revolutionary Power of AI and Data with Jonas Christensen https://podcasts.fame.so/e/x8vl0148-staying-optimistic-about-the-revolutionary-power-of-ai-and-data-with-jonas-christensen Staying Optimistic About the Revolutionary Power of AI and Data with Jonas Christensen 19 1 No No 70yp9qj1 Efficient data and AI are often perceived as the end goal for businesses. The truth is that they’re just the tools that get you to the finish line. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits with Jonas Christensen, Head of AI Innovation at SkillsGPT and Chief AI Officer at the Australian Regional AI Network, for a deep dive into the impending business revolution, backed by data and AI. From navigating organizational resistance to prioritizing AI initiatives, Jonas shares invaluable insights on turning data challenges into business opportunities, applying these tools effectively and why clean data is the need of the hour. AI and data can be the quick fix solution for business efficiency. But it doesn’t have to stop there; if used smartly, they can bolster the growth of your business exponentially.
Efficient data and AI are often perceived as the end goal for businesses. The truth is that they’re just the tools that get you to the finish line. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits with Jonas Christinsen, Head of AI Innovation at SkillsGPT and Chief AI Officer at the Australian Regional AI Network, for a deep dive into the impending business revolution, backed by data and AI.


What You’ll Learn

  • Building effective analytics leadership by focusing on business acumen 
  • The “Internal Startups” approach to running successful analytics programs
  • The "Impact-Feasibility Matrix" route that delivers quick AI adoption wins
  • How to improve data quality by addressing underlying business processes 
  • Why decision-driven analytics trumps data-driven analytics 
  • The three horizons of AI adoption: from individual productivity tools to autonomous AI teams
  • The importance of combining AI tools with proprietary data and knowledge 


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]]> Thu, 15 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1451 Efficient data and AI are often perceived as the end goal for businesses. The truth is that they’re just the tools that get you to the finish line. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits with Jonas Christensen, Head of AI Innovation at SkillsGPT and Chief AI Officer at the Australian Regional AI Network, for a deep dive into the impending business revolution, backed by data and AI. From navigating organizational resistance to prioritizing AI initiatives, Jonas shares invaluable insights on turning data challenges into business opportunities, applying these tools effectively and why clean data is the need of the hour. AI and data can be the quick fix solution for business efficiency. But it doesn’t have to stop there; if used smartly, they can bolster the growth of your business exponentially. Efficient data and AI are often perceived as the end goal for businesses. The truth is that they’re just the tools that get you to the finish line. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits with Jonas Christensen, Head of AI Innovation at SkillsGPT and Chief AI Officer at the Australian Regional AI Network, for a deep dive into the impending business revolution, backed by data and AI. From navigating organizational resistance to prioritizing AI initiatives, Jonas shares invaluable insights on turning data challenges into business opportunities, applying these tools effectively and why clean data is the need of the hour. AI and data can be the quick fix solution for business efficiency. But it doesn’t have to stop there; if used smartly, they can bolster the growth of your business exponentially. Data and AI leadership, AI implementation strategy, Enterprise AI transformation, Data quality management, AI adoption challenges, Data analytics leadership, AI innovation, Decision-driven analytics, Business process optimization, Data quality improvement, AI prioritization, Analytics team building, Data governance, AI use case selection No No A Futurist’s Perspective on Visualising Data with AI with Cathy Hackl of Future Dynamics https://podcasts.fame.so/e/l8q2qmxn-a-futurist-s-perspective-on-visualising-data-with-ai-with-cathy-hackl-of-future-dynamics A Futurist’s Perspective on Visualising Data with AI with Cathy Hackl of Future Dynamics 18 1 No No 80nky691 Who said data was just an invisible string of numbers? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life our host and GVP of Solution Specialist Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, is joined by Cathy Hackl, CEO and Founder of Future Dynamics. Cathy is a globally recognized futurist, an expert in deep tech and a speaker on AI. This conversation touches on the definition of data itself, and how it goes beyond what you can calculate in a spreadsheet. Cathy talks us through the challenges businesses face when incorporating AI into their practices, as well as the rise of using physical AI to visualise data, reminding us that the quality of your data is critical to the rate of your growth.
Who said data was just invisible strings of numbers? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life our host and GVP of Solution Specialist Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, is joined by Cathy Hackl,  CEO and Founder of Future Dynamics. Cathy is a globally recognized futurist, an expert in deep tech and a speaker on AI - and this conversation looks at the challenges businesses are facing bringing AI into their practices, alongside the future of data analysis through physical AI hardware. 


What You’ll Learn

  • How to look beyond the spreadsheet when sourcing and analysing data
  • Why the quality of your data is fundamental to a successful AI implementation
  • How to approach AI adoption across organizations while managing resistance and ensuring positive ROI
  • How to bridge the gap between raw data and AI applications at work
  • What we need to do to teach our kids about effective AI usage
  • How the world will be viewing and reading data in the future

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Cathy Hackl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathyhackl/ 
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Informatica Website: https://www.informatica.com/ 


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]]> Thu, 01 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1433 Who said data was just an invisible string of numbers? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life our host and GVP of Solution Specialist Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, is joined by Cathy Hackl, CEO and Founder of Future Dynamics. Cathy is a globally recognized futurist, an expert in deep tech and a speaker on AI. This conversation touches on the definition of data itself, and how it goes beyond what you can calculate in a spreadsheet. Cathy talks us through the challenges businesses face when incorporating AI into their practices, as well as the rise of using physical AI to visualise data, reminding us that the quality of your data is critical to the rate of your growth. Who said data was just an invisible string of numbers? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life our host and GVP of Solution Specialist Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, is joined by Cathy Hackl, CEO and Founder of Future Dynamics. Cathy is a globally recognized futurist, an expert in deep tech and a speaker on AI. This conversation touches on the definition of data itself, and how it goes beyond what you can calculate in a spreadsheet. Cathy talks us through the challenges businesses face when incorporating AI into their practices, as well as the rise of using physical AI to visualise data, reminding us that the quality of your data is critical to the rate of your growth. data management, artificial intelligence, data quality, digital transformation, future technology, AI implementation, data infrastructure, connected data systems, physical AI, futurism, AI education No No Using AI to Build Your Competitive Advantage with John Thompson of Marketing Sciences, LLC https://podcasts.fame.so/e/58zx6998-using-ai-to-build-your-competitive-advantage-with-john-thompson-of-marketing-sciences-llc Using AI to Build Your Competitive Advantage with John Thompson of Marketing Sciences, LLC 17 1 No No 81z72kk0 What good are AI and Data if you don’t use them to YOUR competitive advantage? John Thompson, Principal and Owner of Marketing Sciences LLC and author of multiple data and AI books, joins Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, for a deep dive into practical strategies for AI implementation, the emergence of causal AI, and how to choose the right AI projects that solve genuine business problems. This conversation highlights the value of focusing on business problems first, avoiding “scope creep”, and leveraging both structured and unstructured data effectively. Tune in for the surprising truth about AI implementation and why, contrary to popular belief - the solution to successful implementation lies in solving the bigger business problem, first.
What good are AI and Data if you don’t use them to YOUR competitive advantage? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, welcomes John Thompson, Principal and Owner of Marketing Sciences LLC and author of multiple data and AI books, for a deep dive into practical strategies for AI implementation, the emergence of causal AI, and how to choose the right AI projects that solve genuine business problems.


What You’ll Learn

  • How to reverse-engineer the AI implementation problem by focusing on solving executives' most pressing operational challenges
  • Why starting with strategic business problems leads to better AI adoption and ROI 
  • The emerging potential of Causal AI and how it differs from traditional correlation-based approaches
  • How to be data ready by focusing on specific use cases  
  • The practical framework for scaling AI initiatives across large organizations while maintaining governance
  • Methods to bridge the gap between theoretical AI use and practical application 

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]]> Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1467 What good are AI and Data if you don’t use them to YOUR competitive advantage? John Thompson, Principal and Owner of Marketing Sciences LLC and author of multiple data and AI books, joins Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, for a deep dive into practical strategies for AI implementation, the emergence of causal AI, and how to choose the right AI projects that solve genuine business problems. This conversation highlights the value of focusing on business problems first, avoiding “scope creep”, and leveraging both structured and unstructured data effectively. Tune in for the surprising truth about AI implementation and why, contrary to popular belief - the solution to successful implementation lies in solving the bigger business problem, first. What good are AI and Data if you don’t use them to YOUR competitive advantage? John Thompson, Principal and Owner of Marketing Sciences LLC and author of multiple data and AI books, joins Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, for a deep dive into practical strategies for AI implementation, the emergence of causal AI, and how to choose the right AI projects that solve genuine business problems. This conversation highlights the value of focusing on business problems first, avoiding “scope creep”, and leveraging both structured and unstructured data effectively. Tune in for the surprising truth about AI implementation and why, contrary to popular belief - the solution to successful implementation lies in solving the bigger business problem, first. No No The Strategy Playbook on AI & Data with Kayvaun Rowshankish of McKinsey https://podcasts.fame.so/e/m84x6q98-the-strategy-playbook-on-ai-data-with-kayvaun-rowshankish-of-mckinsey The Strategy Playbook on AI & Data with Kayvaun Rowshankish of McKinsey 16 No No x16lk2m1 When it comes to the use of AI and data, one question must be asked - do you want to do it well or do it big? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits down with Kayvaun Rowshankish, Senior Partner at McKinsey to explore the intricacies of getting data management right, on a large-scale. Together, they unpack the phenomena of Agentic AI, data management essentials, and strategic imperatives for successful AI implementation. From demystifying AI agents and their business applications, to addressing data readiness challenges, this conversation highlights the importance of a crystal clear vision, leadership buy-in, and an alignment between business goals and AI and Data use. Tune in to discover how you can drive business engagement for AI success and build a future-proof data ecosystem that drives real value.
When it comes to the use of AI and data, one question must be asked - do you want to do it well or do it big? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO, Informatica sits down with Kayvaun Rowshankish, Senior Partner at McKinsey to explore the intricacies of getting data management right, on a large-scale.


What You’ll Learn

  • Using AI agents to orchestrate multiple complex tasks across different domains
  • Why traditional data management principles remain crucial even as AI capabilities advance
  • What essential investments are needed to build a robust data foundation for AI implementations
  • How to maximize AI adoption through data literacy and business engagement
  • The emerging career opportunities in data engineering, prompt engineering, and ML Ops
  • Why partnering with business stakeholders is crucial for successful AI implementations

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00:00 - Intro
01:54 - Keeping Up with Kayvaun: His Journey to Data Management
03:45 - The Progress Story: Leadership Buy-In & AI Adoption
05:55 - Agentic AI: How’s It Changing the Landscape?
08:55 - Are We Data Ready for Agentic AI? 
13:57 - What Do Organizations Need to Invest In?  
16:25 - The Criticality of Data Literacy & Data Management Strategies 
19:36 - What Skills Do People Need to Secure Their Place at Work? 
21:55 - The Nitty Gritties of Responsible Use of AI 
24:24 - Kayvaun’s Advice: Bring Your Business Along With You 
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]]> Mon, 07 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1388 When it comes to the use of AI and data, one question must be asked - do you want to do it well or do it big? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits down with Kayvaun Rowshankish, Senior Partner at McKinsey to explore the intricacies of getting data management right, on a large-scale. Together, they unpack the phenomena of Agentic AI, data management essentials, and strategic imperatives for successful AI implementation. From demystifying AI agents and their business applications, to addressing data readiness challenges, this conversation highlights the importance of a crystal clear vision, leadership buy-in, and an alignment between business goals and AI and Data use. Tune in to discover how you can drive business engagement for AI success and build a future-proof data ecosystem that drives real value. When it comes to the use of AI and data, one question must be asked - do you want to do it well or do it big? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits down with Kayvaun Rowshankish, Senior Partner at McKinsey to explore the intricacies of getting data management right, on a large-scale. Together, they unpack the phenomena of Agentic AI, data management essentials, and strategic imperatives for successful AI implementation. From demystifying AI agents and their business applications, to addressing data readiness challenges, this conversation highlights the importance of a crystal clear vision, leadership buy-in, and an alignment between business goals and AI and Data use. Tune in to discover how you can drive business engagement for AI success and build a future-proof data ecosystem that drives real value. No No Finding the Balance Between Creativity and Security: The AI Governance Question with Gaurav Pathak of Informatica https://podcasts.fame.so/e/mn4x1lpn-finding-the-balance-between-creativity-and-security-the-ai-governance-question-with-gaurav-pathak-of-informatica Finding the Balance Between Creativity and Security: The AI Governance Question with Gaurav Pathak of Informatica 15 No No x06lqry0 Rules aren’t always meant to be broken; especially when it comes to AI. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica to explore the critical balance between AI advancement and responsible governance. Together, they open the doors into the 'wild west' of AI model adoption, the importance of establishing clear data policies, and how organizations can navigate the global AI race while maintaining security. If you’re looking for ways to balance governance and innovation for AI-progress, this is the conversation for you. Tune in to part 2 of the conversation to find out why governance isn't about saying 'no,' but about enabling faster, more secure AI innovation across your enterprise.
Responsible governance doesn’t always have to be a death knell for innovation. In fact, if done right, it can be the thing that helps you thrive. In part 2 of the conversation between Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica and host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, the pair continues the discussion around the future of AI, spotlighting the criticality of governance and security. 


Together, they explore: 

  • The fundamentals of AI governance and its role in enterprise innovation
  • Why governance creates helpful guardrails rather than barriers to progress
  • The two types of AI data: grounding data (enterprise reality) and training data (new skills)
  • The significance of China's Deep Seek model and its impact on AI accessibility
  • Legal teams' concerns about AI data management and access controls
  • How organizations can balance innovation with responsible AI governance practices

Whether you’re looking to enhance AI governance structures in your organization or set the stage for perfect balance between regulation and innovation around AI, this conversation spotlights the fact that security and creativity do not have to be in conflict with each other.  

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00:00 Intro
01:00 The Wild, Wild West of AI & AI Governance 
05:14 The Linux Moment for AI
09:11 The Informatica Model & Getting Comfortable with Governance 



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]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 666 Rules aren’t always meant to be broken; especially when it comes to AI. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica to explore the critical balance between AI advancement and responsible governance. Together, they open the doors into the 'wild west' of AI model adoption, the importance of establishing clear data policies, and how organizations can navigate the global AI race while maintaining security. If you’re looking for ways to balance governance and innovation for AI-progress, this is the conversation for you. Tune in to part 2 of the conversation to find out why governance isn't about saying 'no,' but about enabling faster, more secure AI innovation across your enterprise. Rules aren’t always meant to be broken; especially when it comes to AI. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica to explore the critical balance between AI advancement and responsible governance. Together, they open the doors into the 'wild west' of AI model adoption, the importance of establishing clear data policies, and how organizations can navigate the global AI race while maintaining security. If you’re looking for ways to balance governance and innovation for AI-progress, this is the conversation for you. Tune in to part 2 of the conversation to find out why governance isn't about saying 'no,' but about enabling faster, more secure AI innovation across your enterprise. No No Inside Informatica: How AI is Automating & Scaling Enterprise Data Management with Gaurav Pathak https://podcasts.fame.so/e/x814m3vn-inside-informatica-how-ai-is-automating-scaling-enterprise-data-management-with-gaurav-pathak Inside Informatica: How AI is Automating & Scaling Enterprise Data Management with Gaurav Pathak 14 No No 713pk940 What if you could redefine enterprise data management with AI—while boosting productivity by 30%? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz sits down with Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica, to explore how AI is turning data from a manual headache into an enterprise-wide superpower. As a DataIQ 2025 Data and AI Leader of the Year nominee, Gaurav delivers actionable strategies to help CDOs, CIOs, and data architects scale operations, enhance governance, and harness AI-driven automation. Tune in now to embrace innovation—without sacrificing security or trust.
In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica Amy Horowitz welcomes Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica and DataIQ 2025 Data and AI Leader of the Year nominee, to unravel how AI is transforming data management at scale.


Together, they cut through the noise to discuss:

  • How AI is turning data from a technical bottleneck into a business-wide enabler
  • Why data quality and governance are non-negotiable for AI success
  • How AI is shifting data ownership from IT to business teams
  • Key hurdles organizations face when adopting AI-driven solutions—and how to overcome them
  • The rapid evolution of agentic AI and its three vectors of development
  • The next frontier: AI-powered creativity and its role in modern data management

Whether you’re an enterprise leader looking to future-proof your data strategy or a data architect navigating AI transformation, this episode is packed with expert insights you can apply today.

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]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1510 What if you could redefine enterprise data management with AI—while boosting productivity by 30%? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz sits down with Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica, to explore how AI is turning data from a manual headache into an enterprise-wide superpower. As a DataIQ 2025 Data and AI Leader of the Year nominee, Gaurav delivers actionable strategies to help CDOs, CIOs, and data architects scale operations, enhance governance, and harness AI-driven automation. Tune in now to embrace innovation—without sacrificing security or trust. What if you could redefine enterprise data management with AI—while boosting productivity by 30%? In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz sits down with Gaurav Pathak, VP of Product Management for AI and Metadata at Informatica, to explore how AI is turning data from a manual headache into an enterprise-wide superpower. As a DataIQ 2025 Data and AI Leader of the Year nominee, Gaurav delivers actionable strategies to help CDOs, CIOs, and data architects scale operations, enhance governance, and harness AI-driven automation. Tune in now to embrace innovation—without sacrificing security or trust. AI, Data, Data management, Data Engineering, Gaurav Pathak, Agentic AI, Future of Data, Informatica, Amy Horowitz, DataIQ 2025, innovation No No The Secrets Behind Happy Data with Sudeep Regmi of Takeda https://podcasts.fame.so/e/v855yxj8-the-secrets-behind-happy-data-with-sudeep-regmi-of-takeda The Secrets Behind Happy Data with Sudeep Regmi of Takeda 13 No No 81qq4631 On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO, Informatica, welcomes Sudeep Regmi, Head of Enterprise Data Management Innovation at Takeda to take the conversation around using data effectively, one big step further. While data is perceived as a valuable asset across the board, it can be challenging for organizations to use it in a way that creates value for themselves. Through this conversation, they unpack the secret behind using data to drive your business strategy, the importance of domain-driven data, creating happy data and the right way to do it all. The value of data is rarely questioned in the fast-moving world of AI. And yet, using data in a way that is truly useful for your organization is a concept that is less understood. On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO, Informatica, welcomes Sudeep Regmi, Head of Enterprise Data Management Innovation at Takeda, one of the industry’s leading voices, and an advocate for “happy data”, to uncover the big picture and answer some critical questions. 


Together, they unpack the secrets behind accurate and useful data collection, identifying the data that you truly need and how data collection can elevate business use cases. They further consider the ethical impacts of AI and the behind the scenes of increased governance in data collection and application.


As data collection becomes the norm, it’s critical to understand how one can leverage data for organizational success. If you’re keen on transforming data into a must-have asset of genuine value for your business, tune in! 

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]]> Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1370 On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO, Informatica, welcomes Sudeep Regmi, Head of Enterprise Data Management Innovation at Takeda to take the conversation around using data effectively, one big step further. While data is perceived as a valuable asset across the board, it can be challenging for organizations to use it in a way that creates value for themselves. Through this conversation, they unpack the secret behind using data to drive your business strategy, the importance of domain-driven data, creating happy data and the right way to do it all. On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO, Informatica, welcomes Sudeep Regmi, Head of Enterprise Data Management Innovation at Takeda to take the conversation around using data effectively, one big step further. While data is perceived as a valuable asset across the board, it can be challenging for organizations to use it in a way that creates value for themselves. Through this conversation, they unpack the secret behind using data to drive your business strategy, the importance of domain-driven data, creating happy data and the right way to do it all. Nick Dobbins, Sudeep Regmi, Informatica, Takeda, Bringing Data and AI to Life, happy data, No No Making the Most of AI in Cybersecurity Today with Mark Lynd of Netsync https://podcasts.fame.so/e/l8q2mv6n-making-the-most-of-ai-in-cybersecurity-today-with-mark-lynd-of-netsync Making the Most of AI in Cybersecurity Today with Mark Lynd of Netsync 12 No No 80nk6rq1 On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, sits down with Mark Lynd, Head of Executive Advisory and Strategy at Netsync to explore the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, today. From his serendipitous foray into tech to the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to the world of cybersecurity, this discussion uncovers the spectrum of possibility that lies ahead for the industry and its players. If you want to know how to make the most of the moment and turn this intersection into a rewarding reality, taking cybersecurity practices to the next level, this is the episode for you! From the military to cybersecurity - the conversation on the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life is as dynamic as the very industry it spotlights! Tune in as host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, Amy Horowitz, welcomes Mark Lynd, Head of Executive Advisory and Strategy at Netsync and a prominent AI and cybersecurity thought leader, to uncover the spectrum of possibility that AI brings to the world of cybersecurity. 

Together, they shine a light on the unique approaches necessary in making the most of this intersection, cultivating a real understanding of the value AI brings to cybersecurity, the challenges in making the “pilot to production” channel a successful reality and ensuring the ethical use of AI every step of the way. 

The pair also discusses the importance of cutting through the noise of data and focusing on the quality of AI output and data management. In this digital age, the world of cybersecurity is just opening up. So, come take a peek! 

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]]> Thu, 30 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 991 On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, sits down with Mark Lynd, Head of Executive Advisory and Strategy at Netsync to explore the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, today. From his serendipitous foray into tech to the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to the world of cybersecurity, this discussion uncovers the spectrum of possibility that lies ahead for the industry and its players. If you want to know how to make the most of the moment and turn this intersection into a rewarding reality, taking cybersecurity practices to the next level, this is the episode for you! On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, sits down with Mark Lynd, Head of Executive Advisory and Strategy at Netsync to explore the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, today. From his serendipitous foray into tech to the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to the world of cybersecurity, this discussion uncovers the spectrum of possibility that lies ahead for the industry and its players. If you want to know how to make the most of the moment and turn this intersection into a rewarding reality, taking cybersecurity practices to the next level, this is the episode for you! Cybersecurity, Mark Lynd, Netsync, AI, GenAI, Generative AI, Artifical Intelligence, Informatica, Amy Horowitz, cybersecurity practices, intersection of AI and cybersecurity No No Decoding the Magic of AI with Scott Holcomb of Deloitte https://podcasts.fame.so/e/v8w4736n-decoding-the-magic-of-ai-with-scott-holcomb-of-deloitte Decoding the Magic of AI with Scott Holcomb of Deloitte 11 No No 80x7q9p1 The AI landscape is constantly evolving and the magical nature of GenAI and related technologies is slowly starting to wear off. Tune into this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life as Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica is joined by Scott Holcomb, Transformation Consulting Leader for Generative AI at Deloitte to better understand what’s going on behind the scenes, the importance of data-driven decision making in implementing AI and what the near-future of AI, data and technology will bring our way. As always, bringing you clarity in the chaos.
The once magical nature of GenAI and related technologies is wearing off and what lies ahead is a world of potential  that needs to be better understood. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz, VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica welcomes Scott Holcomb, Transformation Consulting Leader for Generative AI at Deloitte to unpack and explore the reality of AI today. 


Together, they dive into Scott’s rich experience in the world of Data and AI, and how his engineering roots have shaped his understanding of AI and its potential. Scott also shines a light on the common challenges companies face in effective implementation of AI and how using AI as “pixie-dust” can cause organizational issues. The conversation further explores the barriers to scaling AI, including data and change management, and the need for trustworthiness in AI outputs, as well as a robust measurement system to track the progress and efficacy of AI solutions in place. 


Tune in for an engaging conversation full of actionable insights on navigating the complex and dynamic world of AI, how organizations can set themselves up for effective AI adoption, and the critical role of data in making the magic truly happen!

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]]> Thu, 02 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 921 The AI landscape is constantly evolving and the magical nature of GenAI and related technologies is slowly starting to wear off. Tune into this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life as Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica is joined by Scott Holcomb, Transformation Consulting Leader for Generative AI at Deloitte to better understand what’s going on behind the scenes, the importance of data-driven decision making in implementing AI and what the near-future of AI, data and technology will bring our way. As always, bringing you clarity in the chaos. The AI landscape is constantly evolving and the magical nature of GenAI and related technologies is slowly starting to wear off. Tune into this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life as Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica is joined by Scott Holcomb, Transformation Consulting Leader for Generative AI at Deloitte to better understand what’s going on behind the scenes, the importance of data-driven decision making in implementing AI and what the near-future of AI, data and technology will bring our way. As always, bringing you clarity in the chaos. No No The Year in Data and AI: Key Insights, Learnings and How To’s from 2024 https://podcasts.fame.so/e/2nx0lzmn-the-year-in-data-and-ai-key-insights-learnings-and-how-to-s-from-2024 The Year in Data and AI: Key Insights, Learnings and How To’s from 2024 10 No No 61m6yk50 Tis the season to reflect on an action-packed year in AI! Tune in to the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life as hosts Amy Horowitz, VP for Solution Sales for Data Integration and Data Governance and Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica, look back on the good and the bad from the world of AI in 2024. From trust in AI and the importance of data quality, to the transformative power of data governance - insights from our past conversations with the industry’s top voices await you.
The end of the year is a great time for reflection and that’s exactly what we’re doing on the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Tune into our holiday special as hosts Amy Horowitz, VP for Solution Sales for Data Integration and Data Governance and Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica look back on the year in AI, through past conversations with the industry’s leading voices. 


In this episode, they take a close look at the critical issue of trust in AI, spotlighting valuable insights provided by Graeme Thompson and Tanja Ubert, emphasizing the need to provide quality data that is reliable. They also dive deeper into how data governance has evolved into a strategic asset for businesses, revisiting a conversation with Kenneth Landry.


The conversation further explores intriguing nuances like the cultural impact of AI, the relevance of AI literacy as a competitive advantage and driver of business strategy, as well as the potential for organizational transformation with the effective use of AI, through insights from Jim Rowan, Willem Koenders and Amy McNee. 


Salema Rice’s reflections on the role of people and culture in successful AI implementation, close out the episode, along with Amy and Nick’s thoughts on the year gone by. Listen in!

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]]> Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 627 Tis the season to reflect on an action-packed year in AI! Tune in to the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life as hosts Amy Horowitz, VP for Solution Sales for Data Integration and Data Governance and Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica, look back on the good and the bad from the world of AI in 2024. From trust in AI and the importance of data quality, to the transformative power of data governance - insights from our past conversations with the industry’s top voices await you. Tis the season to reflect on an action-packed year in AI! Tune in to the latest episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life as hosts Amy Horowitz, VP for Solution Sales for Data Integration and Data Governance and Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica, look back on the good and the bad from the world of AI in 2024. From trust in AI and the importance of data quality, to the transformative power of data governance - insights from our past conversations with the industry’s top voices await you. Nick Dobbins, Amy Horowitz, Informatica, Data, AI, Data debt, Tanja Ubert, Kenneth Landry, Willem Koenders, Jim Rowan, Amy McNee, Salema Rice, People factor, Growth of AI, Data management No No Unlocking AI and Not Getting Left Behind with William McKnight of McKnight Consulting Group https://podcasts.fame.so/e/0nj0k0jn-unlocking-ai-and-not-getting-left-behind-with-william-mcknight-of-mcknight-consulting-group Unlocking AI and Not Getting Left Behind with William McKnight of McKnight Consulting Group 9 No No 40pmzmn1 Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica is your host of the Bringing Data and AI to Life podcast – but this time his guest is the incredible William McKnight, President of McKnight Consulting Group and a certified expert in data management, analytics, and cloud technologies. In this episode, William reflects on his journey, from the good old days in COBOL programming, to his status now as a leading voice in AI-driven data strategies. William’s passion for learning and innovation is infectious, as he shares success stories from predictive fraud detection to AI-driven customer interaction. Tune in for practical advice on navigating the evolving data landscape and why staying ahead in data maturity is critical to long-term success.
Nick Dobbins, host and Field CTO at Informatica enjoyed the company of William McKnight in this fantastic new episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. William, President of McKnight Consulting Group has made an impact in data management and when he speaks, people take note. His work has spanned consulting, leadership, and groundbreaking research in analytics and cloud technologies. And it’s work that hasn’t gone unrewarded – he’s picked up plenty of accolades, such as being ranked #1 globally in Big Data by Thinkers 360 and being listed on the DataIQ 100.


In this episode, Nick and William discuss:

  • The evolving ROI mindset in data management
  • Why organizations need to transition from reactive BI to proactive AI 
  • Preparing for AI’s complexity 


William emphasizes that leadership, adaptability, and a focus on continuous maturity in data environments are essential for keeping up with the pace of the rest of the field. If that means embracing generative AI, data observability, or streaming analytics, then so be it! And if you’re still concerned about how to do that properly, his guidance in this episode should set you straight.

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]]> Thu, 05 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1378 Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica is your host of the Bringing Data and AI to Life podcast – but this time his guest is the incredible William McKnight, President of McKnight Consulting Group and a certified expert in data management, analytics, and cloud technologies. In this episode, William reflects on his journey, from the good old days in COBOL programming, to his status now as a leading voice in AI-driven data strategies. William’s passion for learning and innovation is infectious, as he shares success stories from predictive fraud detection to AI-driven customer interaction. Tune in for practical advice on navigating the evolving data landscape and why staying ahead in data maturity is critical to long-term success. Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica is your host of the Bringing Data and AI to Life podcast – but this time his guest is the incredible William McKnight, President of McKnight Consulting Group and a certified expert in data management, analytics, and cloud technologies. In this episode, William reflects on his journey, from the good old days in COBOL programming, to his status now as a leading voice in AI-driven data strategies. William’s passion for learning and innovation is infectious, as he shares success stories from predictive fraud detection to AI-driven customer interaction. Tune in for practical advice on navigating the evolving data landscape and why staying ahead in data maturity is critical to long-term success. William McKnight, Nick Dobbins, Informatica, Data Management, Ultimate Industry Trend, AI’s Impact on Data Strategy, AI, Data, McKnight Consulting Group No No The Human Value of Data with Amy McNee of Informatica https://podcasts.fame.so/e/r87y5wz8-the-human-value-of-data-with-amy-mcnee-of-informatica The Human Value of Data with Amy McNee of Informatica 8 No No k08m9kv1 Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica, played host to Amy McNee on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Amy is the Senior Vice President of Solution Architecture and Technical Go-To-Market at Informatica and has gathered a wealth of expertise over the course of her 25-year career. She’s able to share with Nick and listeners some very compelling examples of data-driven transformation and how data can prove to be a force for good. Whether or not this proves to be the case in any given instance comes down to dynamic data governance and the sturdiness of those foundational pillars. Tune in to this episode for more insights on responsible AI and change management – perhaps it can drive long-term success for your business. Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica, played host to Amy McNee on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Amy is the Senior Vice President of Solution Architecture and Technical Go-To-Market at Informatica and has gathered a wealth of expertise over the course of her 25-year career. She’s able to share with Nick and listeners some very compelling examples of data-driven transformation and how data can prove to be a force for good. The pair discuss:

  • Data can literally be a matter of life and death. The value of wielding data properly can be measured in lives saved and lives changed
  • How the best uses of AI are built on the back of dynamic and durable data governance frameworks
  • The skills involved in change management can all-too-often be overlooked and undervalued – but even the best technological advancements won’t deliver without the necessary shifts in organizational culture

Following Amy’s teachings and working from the foundational pillars of strong data governance and management principles can be a recipe that creates truly empowered companies able to achieve long-term and sustainable success through the use of AI and data. The true power and value of data is not in numbers alone, but in their capacity to affect real change in people’s lives.

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]]> Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1385 Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica, played host to Amy McNee on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Amy is the Senior Vice President of Solution Architecture and Technical Go-To-Market at Informatica and has gathered a wealth of expertise over the course of her 25-year career. She’s able to share with Nick and listeners some very compelling examples of data-driven transformation and how data can prove to be a force for good. Whether or not this proves to be the case in any given instance comes down to dynamic data governance and the sturdiness of those foundational pillars. Tune in to this episode for more insights on responsible AI and change management – perhaps it can drive long-term success for your business. Nick Dobbins, Field CTO at Informatica, played host to Amy McNee on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Amy is the Senior Vice President of Solution Architecture and Technical Go-To-Market at Informatica and has gathered a wealth of expertise over the course of her 25-year career. She’s able to share with Nick and listeners some very compelling examples of data-driven transformation and how data can prove to be a force for good. Whether or not this proves to be the case in any given instance comes down to dynamic data governance and the sturdiness of those foundational pillars. Tune in to this episode for more insights on responsible AI and change management – perhaps it can drive long-term success for your business. Data, AI, Informatica, Nick Dobbins, Amy McNee, Trust in Data, data-driven transformation, governance frameworks No No The Evolution of Data Governance with Kenneth Landry of the Toyota Financial Services Corporation https://podcasts.fame.so/e/183m3rm8-the-evolution-of-data-governance-with-kenneth-landry-of-the-toyota-financial-services-corporation The Evolution of Data Governance with Kenneth Landry of the Toyota Financial Services Corporation 7 No No m0j2p320 Host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales Amy Horowitz is joined by Kenneth Landry on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Kenneth is the National Manager of Data and Technology Governance and Controls at the Toyota Financial Services Corporation and someone with an extensive background engaging and driving the information services of Data Management and Data Governance. Amy and Kenneth dive into these topics with fervor and discuss the crucial role of data management and governance in the financial services industry. This engaging conversation highlights the importance of data governance and the role of AI in enhancing practices in the financial services industry. Host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales Amy Horowitz  is joined by Kenneth Landry on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Kenneth is the National Manager of Data and Technology Governance and Controls at the Toyota Financial Services Corporation and someone with an extensive background engaging and driving the information services of Data Management and Data Governance.

  • Kenneth, an expert in data and technology, shares valuable insights on the evolving landscape of data governance and its impact on strategic decision-making.
  • They also explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing regulatory compliance and risk management. 
  • Kenneth emphasizes the need for reliable data and discusses the challenges faced by the automotive finance sector. 

Ken offers advice to other leaders in the financial services industry who are starting their data governance journey, and through listening to this episode, you‘ll get to hear from him all about the cultural shift he feels needs to happen within organizations. 

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]]> Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 932 Host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales Amy Horowitz is joined by Kenneth Landry on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Kenneth is the National Manager of Data and Technology Governance and Controls at the Toyota Financial Services Corporation and someone with an extensive background engaging and driving the information services of Data Management and Data Governance. Amy and Kenneth dive into these topics with fervor and discuss the crucial role of data management and governance in the financial services industry. This engaging conversation highlights the importance of data governance and the role of AI in enhancing practices in the financial services industry. Host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales Amy Horowitz is joined by Kenneth Landry on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Kenneth is the National Manager of Data and Technology Governance and Controls at the Toyota Financial Services Corporation and someone with an extensive background engaging and driving the information services of Data Management and Data Governance. Amy and Kenneth dive into these topics with fervor and discuss the crucial role of data management and governance in the financial services industry. This engaging conversation highlights the importance of data governance and the role of AI in enhancing practices in the financial services industry. Kenneth Landry, Toyota Financial Services Corporation, Data Governance Culture, Data, AI, Informatica, Data Management, financial services industry No No The Emergence of an Agentic Workforce with Jim Rowan from Deloitte https://podcasts.fame.so/e/28x0zjq8-the-emergence-of-an-agentic-workforce-with-jim-rowan-from-deloitte The Emergence of an Agentic Workforce with Jim Rowan from Deloitte 6 No No 60m6kp31 Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica is joined by the esteemed Jim Rowan, Principal and Head of AI Practice at Deloitte US on this week's episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Jim came on to share some insights on the evolving landscape of AI adoption and the challenges organizations face as they integrate AI into their operations. Particularly, he emphasizes the importance of aligning AI initiatives with business strategies and discusses the necessity of robust data management practices. Jim also highlights key use cases where AI has driven innovation and efficiency, offering practical advice for organizations at various stages in their AI journey. Listen in now to explore how AI can transform businesses and to find out the critical steps needed to succeed.
Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica, is joined by the esteemed Jim Rowan, Principal and Head of AI Practice at Deloitte US on this week's episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Jim came on to share some insights on the evolving landscape of AI adoption and the challenges organizations face as they integrate AI into their operations. Some topics that the pair touch on include:

  • Jim discusses the importance of cultivating a culture ready for the technological advancements that are already here and on the way – e.g. AI.
  • ey insights from Deloitte's ongoing generative AI survey, revealing the readiness of organizations to integrate AI and the implications for talent development and data management.
  • A chat around successful AI use cases across industries, including contact centers and predictive analytics – paying heed to these can help us understand how a robust data management platform can enhance AI initiatives.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Intro
03:35 -  Culture Shock: AI’s Impact on Organizations
07:49 - From POC to Production
12:16 - Practical AI Strategies for All Stages
18:02 - The Partnership of Deloitte and Informatica 
19:55 - How to Be a Better Leader
24:45 - Outro


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]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1558 Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica is joined by the esteemed Jim Rowan, Principal and Head of AI Practice at Deloitte US on this week's episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Jim came on to share some insights on the evolving landscape of AI adoption and the challenges organizations face as they integrate AI into their operations. Particularly, he emphasizes the importance of aligning AI initiatives with business strategies and discusses the necessity of robust data management practices. Jim also highlights key use cases where AI has driven innovation and efficiency, offering practical advice for organizations at various stages in their AI journey. Listen in now to explore how AI can transform businesses and to find out the critical steps needed to succeed. Amy Horowitz, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales at Informatica is joined by the esteemed Jim Rowan, Principal and Head of AI Practice at Deloitte US on this week's episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life. Jim came on to share some insights on the evolving landscape of AI adoption and the challenges organizations face as they integrate AI into their operations. Particularly, he emphasizes the importance of aligning AI initiatives with business strategies and discusses the necessity of robust data management practices. Jim also highlights key use cases where AI has driven innovation and efficiency, offering practical advice for organizations at various stages in their AI journey. Listen in now to explore how AI can transform businesses and to find out the critical steps needed to succeed. AI’s Impact on Organizations, Jim Rowan, Deloitte, Amy Horowitz, AI, Data, Practical AI Strategies , Better Leader No No Leveraging Data for Competitive Advantage with Willem Koenders, Global Leader in Data Strategy at ZS Associates https://podcasts.fame.so/e/xn142qy8-leveraging-data-for-competitive-advantage-with-willem-koenders-global-leader-in-data-strategy-at-zs-associates Leveraging Data for Competitive Advantage with Willem Koenders, Global Leader in Data Strategy at ZS Associates 5 No No 703pr6q1 Vice President, Worldwide Field CTO Nick Dobbins is your host on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life and his guest this week is the esteemed Willem Koenders, the Global Leader in Data Strategy at ZS Associates. In their conversation, Willem shares his passion for data-driven transformation and its crucial role in achieving business goals. Willem also discusses the role of AI in data strategy and the different categories of companies that can benefit from its implementation. Vice President, Worldwide Field CTO Nick Dobbins is your host on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life and his guest this week is the esteemed Willem Koenders, the Global Leader in Data Strategy at ZS Associates. In their conversation, Willem shares his passion for data-driven transformation and its crucial role in achieving business goals.

  • Discover how data strategy can give companies a sustainable competitive advantage in this insightful podcast conversation
  • Learn about the importance of aligning data capabilities with organizational goals for success
  • Dive into the world of AI and data strategy as Willem discusses the benefits, challenges and trends in this evolving field

Willem is an undoubted data strategy expert and has been in his role with ZS for nearly two years now. Previously, he spent nine and a half years in various analytical roles at Deloitte.

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]]> Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1535 Vice President, Worldwide Field CTO Nick Dobbins is your host on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life and his guest this week is the esteemed Willem Koenders, the Global Leader in Data Strategy at ZS Associates. In their conversation, Willem shares his passion for data-driven transformation and its crucial role in achieving business goals. Willem also discusses the role of AI in data strategy and the different categories of companies that can benefit from its implementation. Vice President, Worldwide Field CTO Nick Dobbins is your host on this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life and his guest this week is the esteemed Willem Koenders, the Global Leader in Data Strategy at ZS Associates. In their conversation, Willem shares his passion for data-driven transformation and its crucial role in achieving business goals. Willem also discusses the role of AI in data strategy and the different categories of companies that can benefit from its implementation. Willem Koenders, Data, AI, Nick Dobbins, Informatica, ZS Associates, Data Capabilities, Automating Metadata Management, Role of AI in Data Strategy, No No The Power of Data Governance and Responsible AI with Salema Rice, Chief Executive Officer at CDO Today https://podcasts.fame.so/e/x8ymm268-the-power-of-data-governance-and-responsible-ai-with-salema-rice-chief-data-ai-officer-at-accenture The Power of Data Governance and Responsible AI with Salema Rice, Chief Executive Officer at CDO Today 4 No No l04nnq70 In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales, Amy Horowitz sits down with Salema Rice, Chief Executive Officer at CDO Today. Together they discuss not only Salema’s journey with data, but the journey of data itself and how its relevance to companies has changed over Salema’s 23 years in the space. Salema explains how she has come to realize that the human piece of successful data and AI operations is just as important as the technology side. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales, Amy Horowitz sits down with Salema Rice, Chief Executive Officer at CDO Today. Together, Amy and Salema discuss not only Salema’s journey with data, but the journey of data itself and how its relevance to companies has changed over Selma’s 23 years in the space.

Salema also shares advice for fellow women trying to forge a career in this industry, as she recalls being one of three women in a department of 200 at the start of her career.

  • Salema believes that properly executed data governance is a key instrument in ensuring accurate and trustworthy decision-making and model deployment.
  • She emphasizes the importance of creating a data-driven culture and fostering data and AI literacy across the organization.
  • Looking to the future, Salema is excited about the transformative potential of data and AI in various industries, such as healthcare, manufacturing and transportation.

Salema holds the role as Chief Executive Officer at CDO Today a think tank for data and AI leaders.

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]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1322 In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales, Amy Horowitz sits down with Salema Rice, Chief Executive Officer at CDO Today. Together they discuss not only Salema’s journey with data, but the journey of data itself and how its relevance to companies has changed over Salema’s 23 years in the space. Salema explains how she has come to realize that the human piece of successful data and AI operations is just as important as the technology side. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host and VP of Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales, Amy Horowitz sits down with Salema Rice, Chief Executive Officer at CDO Today. Together they discuss not only Salema’s journey with data, but the journey of data itself and how its relevance to companies has changed over Salema’s 23 years in the space. Salema explains how she has come to realize that the human piece of successful data and AI operations is just as important as the technology side. Salema Rice, Amy Horowitz, Informatica, AI literacy, data-driven culture, Women in Data Industry, Data Governance, AI in Core Business Processes, No No Data Quality Over Quantity and the Human Element, with Tanja Ubert from Rotterdam University https://podcasts.fame.so/e/m84xj5l8-data-quality-over-quantity-and-human-element Data Quality Over Quantity and the Human Element, with Tanja Ubert from Rotterdam University 2 No No x16lz3r1 In this new episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Nick Dobbins is joined by Tanja Ubert, a lecturer in methods, design, data engineering and expert digital education design at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences. Together they discuss the human aspect of data, and how important it is to retain a diverse perspective when dealing with large data sets and AI. Join host Nick Dobbins and his guest Tanja Ubert in this new episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life where they delve into the fascinating world of AI, data management and education.  

Tanja demonstrates her commitment to the future of data science as they discuss:

  • The limited perspective of data 
  • How the consequences of faulty data can spiral when data sets are combined
  • The importance of building diverse teams when working with data
  • Encouraging young girls to pursue careers in data
  • Her project to help mothers and babies while saving money on prenatal care

Tanja has been lecturing for over 15 years, working as a lecturer at the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences in the School of Communication, Media and Information Technology department. Her work and development covers various methodology, including design and data engineering. As part of the Applied Data Science and Artificial Intelligence program, she is a champion of the global IT department and helps in delivering AI products.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Intro
01:35 - What Drew Tanja to Data Science
02:29 - Data is Just Part of Reality.
03:59 - Putting Responsible Technology at the Centre of the Rotterdam University Curriculum.
05:04 - Using Data to Improve Prenatal Care in the Netherlands
07:27 - Preserving Data Quality
09:12 - Investing in Quality and Limiting Data Bias
10:53 - Enthusing Young Girls For a Career in Data and AI
12.00 - Diversity in Data
13.38 - How Students Keep the Industry on its Toes


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]]> Thu, 15 Aug 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 932 In this new episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Nick Dobbins is joined by Tanja Ubert, a lecturer in methods, design, data engineering and expert digital education design at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences. Together they discuss the human aspect of data, and how important it is to retain a diverse perspective when dealing with large data sets and AI. In this new episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Nick Dobbins is joined by Tanja Ubert, a lecturer in methods, design, data engineering and expert digital education design at Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences. Together they discuss the human aspect of data, and how important it is to retain a diverse perspective when dealing with large data sets and AI. No No Why Do We Still Struggle to Trust AI? with Graeme Thompson from Informatica https://podcasts.fame.so/e/68rrv998-why-we-struggle-to-trust-ai Why Do We Still Struggle to Trust AI? with Graeme Thompson from Informatica 1 No No 80565qq1 In this first episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz is joined by Graeme Thompson, the Chief Information Officer at Informatica. Together, they talk about the big questions in Data and AI, and where they see the technology evolving in the future. In this first episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz is joined by Graeme Thompson, the Chief Information Officer at Informatica. 

Join them as they ask the big questions facing Data and AI usage today:

  • Why are we struggling to trust AI? 
  • Is your business data AI-ready?
  • How do you know Gen AI is giving a reputable answer to your question?
  • How will AI use and display our data in the future?
  • How can you prepare yourself for the future of Data and AI?

Graeme is Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Informatica, championing their global IT department and delivering their AI products.

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Intro
03:22 - The Technological Changes Over the Years
06:04 - The Hesitation to Trust Large-Scale AI
07:29 - What Does Good Data for AI Look Like?
10:50 - Informatica’s IDMC Approach to Data Velocity, Volume, and Variety
14:47 - Ethics in Data and AI Strategies
17:03 - The Future Innovations for Data and AI
21:19 - Graeme’s Advice for Tomorrow’s Technology Leaders


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]]> Thu, 11 Jul 2024 17:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 1514 In this first episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz is joined by Graeme Thompson, the Chief Information Officer at Informatica. Together, they talk about the big questions in Data and AI, and where they see the technology evolving in the future. In this first episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, host Amy Horowitz is joined by Graeme Thompson, the Chief Information Officer at Informatica. Together, they talk about the big questions in Data and AI, and where they see the technology evolving in the future. Data and AI, Ethics in Data, AI Strategies, Technology Leaders, Good Data, Gen AI, future of Data and AI, Data Velocity, Volume, Variety, Amy Horowitz, Graeme Thompson, Informatica No No Bringing Data and AI to Life Trailer https://podcasts.fame.so/e/58zxwmj8-bringing-data-and-ai-to-life-trailer Bringing Data and AI to Life Trailer 0 No No 81z73mv0 This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts, and don’t miss out on any of our episodes. Remember, in the world of AI, your data is only as good as how you manage it. Thanks for tuning in. Get ready to transform the way you see data management and AI. Let’s bring data and AI to life!
This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives.


We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI.


The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all.


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]]> Tue, 28 May 2024 18:00:00 +0000 Informatica Informatica 130 This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts, and don’t miss out on any of our episodes. Remember, in the world of AI, your data is only as good as how you manage it. Thanks for tuning in. Get ready to transform the way you see data management and AI. Let’s bring data and AI to life! This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. This is Bringing Data and AI to Life: the podcast you want to listen to for practical advice and insights into the latest innovations in data management and AI. You’ll learn how to realize transformative business outcomes by managing data to become a living and trusted asset, fueling your AI and data-driven initiatives. We aim to bring data clarity to the chaos and complexity surrounding Data and AI, speaking to industry experts and addressing head-on the many challenges of data management and AI. The world is rapidly changing in this new era. Your AI is only as good as your data. This is the place where you can make sense of it all. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts, and don’t miss out on any of our episodes. Remember, in the world of AI, your data is only as good as how you manage it. Thanks for tuning in. Get ready to transform the way you see data management and AI. Let’s bring data and AI to life! Amy Horowitz, Nick Dobbins, AI and data landscapes, cloud solutions, AI and Data Architecture, AI, Data, artificial intelligence, Data Management, Generative AI, Bringing AI and Data to Life, No No