Data Analytics Chat

Ben Parker

🎧 Welcome to Data Analytics Chat – the podcast where data meets real careers. Data isn’t just numbers; it’s a journey. Each episode, we explore a key topic shaping the world of data analytics while also discussing the career paths of our guests.This podcast brings together top experts to share:- Insights on today’s biggest data trends- The challenges they’ve faced (and how they overcame them)- Their career journeys, lessons learned, and advice for the next generation of data professionalsThis isn’t just a podcast, it’s a community for anyone passionate about data and the people behind it.👉 Hit subscribe and join us on the journey.  Connect with host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben---parker/  

  1. 9時間前

    How Gen AI and Agents Are Reshaping The Game

    Send us a text In this episode of Data Analytics Chat, we sit down with Dusyanth Sekar, Head of AI and Data Platforms at S&P Global. Damp shares key insights from his career journey, emphasing the importance of learning from failures in the AI space. He discusses his transition from a non-technology background to leading AI and data initiatives, the role of continuous learning, and the significance of setting a vision and promoting a risk-taking culture in leadership. The conversation highlights the strategic implementation of generative AI and agents in transforming data workflows and enhancing company growth. Tune in to explore Dusyanth Sekar's valuable lessons on integrating AI into large organizations and future-proofing business operations. 00:00 Embracing Failures in AI 01:07 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 01:50 Career Journey and Early Beginnings 03:03 Transition to AI and Key Learnings 04:19 Defining Moments and Career Decisions 05:33 Moving to the US and Professional Growth 10:16 Leadership Insights and Risk-Taking 17:19 Staying Updated in a Fast-Paced Field 19:36 Excitement for the Future of AI 21:10 Overestimating Risk and Underestimating Opportunity 21:54 The Evolution of Language Models at S&P 23:49 Integrating AI into Workflows 28:31 Enhancing and Creating New Products with LLMs 30:54 Future-Proofing and Optimizing with AI 37:19 The Role of Agents in AI 40:19 Lessons Learned from AI Integration 41:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Thank you for listening!

    42分
  2. 9月3日

    Why Every Company Needs a Data Platform Strategy

    Send us a text In this episode of Data Analytics Chat, host Ben Parker interviews Manoj Mohan, an engineering executive with experience at Intuit, Meta, Apple, and Cloudera.  Manoj shares his journey from software engineering to data leadership, offering invaluable insights into building resilient data platforms and driving innovation in the world of data and AI. Manoj discusses pivotal moments in his career, the challenges of moving from technical roles to leadership, and the importance of learning from both successes and failures. He emphasises the need for a data platform strategy over simply assembling a stack of tools, and shares practical advice for newcomers and leaders alike.  The conversation also covers the pitfalls of focusing on quick technology wins, the critical role of governance, and how to future-proof your data strategy in an era of rapid AI advancement. 00:00 Treating Data as a First-Class Citizen 01:19 Welcome & Guest Introduction 01:46 Manoj’s Career Journey & Background 02:45 Transition from Software to Data Engineering 05:06 Moving into Engineering Leadership 07:11 Advice for Newcomers: Learning & Unlearning 09:12 Defining Moments in Manoj’s Career 12:05 Lessons from Career Setbacks 15:03 The Importance of Data Platform Strategy 17:18 Data Stack vs. Data Platform Strategy 21:06 Evaluating and Choosing Data Tools 24:04 Why Companies Buy Tools Instead of Building Strategy 27:13 Real-World Example: Great Stack, Failed Strategy 30:00 Governance and Business-Tech Alignment 33:00 Building a Scalable, Future-Proof Data Platform 36:00 The Role of Data Platforms in AI & Innovation 41:00 Final Thoughts & Farewell Thank you for listening!

    43分

番組について

🎧 Welcome to Data Analytics Chat – the podcast where data meets real careers. Data isn’t just numbers; it’s a journey. Each episode, we explore a key topic shaping the world of data analytics while also discussing the career paths of our guests.This podcast brings together top experts to share:- Insights on today’s biggest data trends- The challenges they’ve faced (and how they overcame them)- Their career journeys, lessons learned, and advice for the next generation of data professionalsThis isn’t just a podcast, it’s a community for anyone passionate about data and the people behind it.👉 Hit subscribe and join us on the journey.  Connect with host - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben---parker/  

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