Industry Inner Join

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Industry Inner Join is the community lifting data literacy across Australia. Hosted by Douglas, a former data analyst and founder of DR Analytics Recruitment, the show features real, unfiltered conversations with data leaders across industry. It’s built for early to mid-career professionals who want to grow their skills, navigate the data world and hear the kind of advice you won’t find in a course or textbook. Douglas started Inner Join to share the insights he wishes he had earlier in his career - straight from the people who’ve been there. Proudly sponsored by DR Analytics Recruitment,

Episodes

  1. 10/12/2025

    5: Web Dev to GM: Bobby Patel on Data Quality, Culture and Leadership

    If you’re growing into leadership, working with AI or figuring out how data actually drives strategy - this one’s for you! Join Douglas Robertson, Director at DR Analytics Recruitment, as he hosts Bobby Patel, GM of Data and Analytics at RAC. From web developer during the dot-com bust, to leading one of WA’s largest data teams, Bobby shares what’s changed (and what hasn’t) over 20 years in tech - including how RAC approaches safe AI, internal consulting and building high-impact teams. In this episode, we cover: Safe and practical use of GenAI inside large orgs Soft skills, influence and why EQ trumps tech tools What C-suite actually cares about and how analysts can align Building low-attrition teams that stay sharp and stay curious The 'growth mindset' model and how it drives career acceleration Want to learn more about Industry Inner Join? Industry Inner Join is a community initiative that brings together Perth data professionals to connect and share industry insights. Our aim is to uplift data literacy across Perth and Australia. We host quarterly in-person and online events, bringing together analysts, engineers, and data leaders from across industries to share knowledge and build community. Powered by ⁠⁠⁠DR Analytics Recruitment⁠⁠⁠ - helping businesses hire top data talent. Building people | Building community | Building businesses ⁠⁠⁠Learn more about us and our events here.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow us on LinkedIn.⁠ ⁠⁠Be sure to leave us a rating and subscribe!

    42 min

  2. 24/11/2025

    4: Academia to Analytics Leader: Dr Sakshi on Flexibility, Strategy and AI

    If you’re shifting from academia to industry, building your first data team or curious how analytics drives decisions in fast-moving startups - this one’s for you! Join Douglas Robertson, Director at DR Analytics Recruitment, as he hosts Dr. Sakshi, Head of Data and Analytics at PictureWealth. From PhD research in neural networks to leading data strategy at one of WA’s standout Fintechs, Sakshi shares how she broke into the industry, built a team from scratch and brought AI-powered products to life in a tightly regulated sector. In this episode, we cover: Broke into industry with no local experience Built a data team from scratch at a fast-growing startup Embedded data culture in a traditionally non-technical org Balanced AI innovation with compliance in financial services Want to learn more about Industry Inner Join? Industry Inner Join is a community initiative that brings together Perth data professionals to connect and share industry insights. Our aim is to uplift data literacy across Perth and Australia. We host quarterly in-person and online events, bringing together analysts, engineers, and data leaders from across industries to share knowledge and build community. Powered by ⁠⁠⁠DR Analytics Recruitment⁠⁠⁠ - helping businesses hire top data talent. Building people | Building community | Building businesses ⁠⁠⁠Learn more about us and our events here.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow us on LinkedIn.⁠ Be sure to leave us a rating and subscribe!

    34 min

  3. 30/10/2025

    3: Analyst to Data Manager: Dr Vahid Golkar on Career Pivots, Trust and Change

    If you’re leading data change, building from the ground up, or curious about how analytics takes hold in heavy industry - this one’s for you. Join Douglas Robertson, Director at DR Analytics Recruitment, as he hosts Dr Vahid Golkar, Data and Analytics Manager at Topdrill. From a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, to managing data strategy in one of WA’s leading drilling companies, Vahid shares how he helped take Topdrill from spreadsheets to Snowflake - and what it really takes to embed analytics in an operational business. In this episode, we cover: Building a data function from zero maturity to AI & ML in production The confidence to step up and how a single 'I can do that' changed his career Why change management is the hardest part of data leadership The three traits he hires for: critical thinking, curiosity and lifelong learning Practical lessons for influencing non-technical stakeholders and proving value early Want to learn more about Industry Inner Join? Industry Inner Join is a community initiative that brings together Perth data professionals to connect and share industry insights. Our aim is to uplift data literacy across Perth and Australia. We host quarterly in-person and online events, bringing together analysts, engineers, and data leaders from across industries to share knowledge and build community. Powered by ⁠⁠DR Analytics Recruitment⁠⁠ - helping businesses hire top data talent. Building people | Building community | Building businesses ⁠⁠Learn more about us and our events here. ⁠⁠Follow us on LinkedIn. Be sure to leave us a rating and subscribe!

    33 min
  4. 2: Analyst to Analytics Firm: Jacob Hammer on BI Careers, Teams and AI

    24/09/2025

    2: Analyst to Analytics Firm: Jacob Hammer on BI Careers, Teams and AI

    If you’re working with data, thinking of growing your team or trying to upskill yourself - this one’s for you. Join Douglas Robertson, Director at DR Analytics Recruitment, as he hosts Jacob Hammer, Managing Director of Gemcutter Analytics. Jacob’s journey is one many aspire to - from corporate analyst to building one of Perth’s most respected data analytics consultancies. In this episode, we cover: - What separates good vs great BI Analysts - How to make the leap from analyst to consultancy owner - Why curiosity & communication often beat raw technical skill - Where AI fits into BI (and where domain knowledge still wins) For further reading, Jacob mentions the tools Julius AI and Onvo AI. You want to learn more about Industry Inner Join? Industry Inner Join is a community initiative that brings together Perth data professionals to connect and share industry insights. Our aim is to uplift data literacy across the city, and Australia! We hold events live-person & online quarterly. Our events are about bringing together analysts, developers, scientists and engineers from all spectrums of the data world to share resources. Powered by ⁠DR Analytics Recruitment⁠ - helping businesses hire top data talent. | Building people| Building community| Building businesses ⁠Learn more about us and our events here.⁠ ⁠Follow us on LinkedIn.⁠ Be sure to leave us a rating and subscribe!

    32 min
  5. 1: From Network Engineer to Data Leader: Ash Smith on Careers, Platforms & Vibe Coding

    28/08/2025

    1: From Network Engineer to Data Leader: Ash Smith on Careers, Platforms & Vibe Coding

    Data professionals and tech leaders in Australia - this one’s for you. Join Douglas Robertson, Director at DR Analytics Recruitment, as he hosts Ash Smith, Data Platform Manager at South32 and soon-to-be author. Ash has done it all: network engineering, systems admin, property tech in Silicon Valley and now leading data teams in mining. In this episode, we cover: Why 'vibe coding' is fun but costly What makes a standout data professional in 2025 How to break into data engineering from BI or dev roles The reality of governance (yes, celebrate what didn’t go wrong) Data products vs dashboards - and why the name matters Tune in for a 30-minute live conversation, where you’ll walk away with actionable wisdom on data leadership and emerging trends. You want to learn more about Industry Inner Join? Industry Inner Join is a community initiative that brings together Perth data professionals to connect and share industry insights. Our aim is to uplift data literacy across the city, and Australia! We hold events live-person & online quarterly. Our events are about bringing together analysts, developers, scientists and engineers from all spectrums of the data world to share resources. Powered by DR Analytics Recruitment - helping businesses hire top data talent. | Building people| Building community| Building businesses Learn more about us and our events here. Follow us on LinkedIn. Be sure to leave us a rating and subscribe!

    32 min
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Industry Inner Join is the community lifting data literacy across Australia. Hosted by Douglas, a former data analyst and founder of DR Analytics Recruitment, the show features real, unfiltered conversations with data leaders across industry. It’s built for early to mid-career professionals who want to grow their skills, navigate the data world and hear the kind of advice you won’t find in a course or textbook. Douglas started Inner Join to share the insights he wishes he had earlier in his career - straight from the people who’ve been there. Proudly sponsored by DR Analytics Recruitment,

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