Data Ideas Podcast

Michelle Dunivan, PhD, Senior Director, Insights & Analytics at Best Friends Animal Society joins to discuss: -Her career journey in data -The mission of the Best Friends Animal Society -How data & analytics work supports this mission -What it's like to work in data & analytics at a mission-driven organization -Her advice for today's practitioners and those interested in a leadership role in data +more! You can follow Michelle on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-dunivan/ You can learn more about the Best Friends Animal Society here: https://bestfriends.org/

Brian Julius, a data scientist specializing in Model Context Protocol (MCP) and creator of the 'Data Mad Science' YouTube channel, dives into the transformative world of MCP. He explains how MCP personalizes analytics stacks, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in data analysis. The conversation also touches on embracing a 'mad scientist' approach to foster innovation in data careers. Brian highlights the role of AI in data tools and the growing importance of community engagement in the evolving data landscape.

Oliver Hughes, CEO @ Count, joins to discuss his journey into analytics & launching his company. He shares insights on how organizations can get clarity out of the abundance of data available to them and a framework that data teams can use for delivering this. Follow Ollie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hughesoliver/ Ollie's Company: https://count.co/

Kristen Kehrer joins to discuss her: New book "Susie's School Bus Solution, A Computer Vision Story"  Process for writing a book (she has authored two others), and translating technical topics into easy-to-understand principles Journey to hosting a major industry podcast -- "Mavens of Data"  Perspective on the the current data jobs market Links to follow Kristen and find her content: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-kehrer-datamovesme/ Data Moves Me: https://www.datamovesme.com/ Kristen's Books: Susie's School Bus Solution: Kehrer, Kristen, Rabito, Sinem Kılıç: 9781634626965: Amazon.com: Books Machine Learning Upgrade: A Data Scientist's Guide to MLOps, LLMs, and ML Infrastructure: Kehrer, Kristen, Kaiser, Caleb: 9781394249633: Amazon.com: Books Amazon.com: Mothers of Data Science eBook : Strachnyi, Kate, Kehrer, Kristen: Kindle Store  

Albert Bellamy joins to discuss his transition from the military into data & analytics, as well as his advice (and resources) for navigating today's data jobs market. Follow Albert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bellamy-al/ Major Data YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Major_Data Albert's Business Website: https://themajordata.com/

Lindsay Hummel joins to discuss pivoting from data analysis focused roles to other types of roles in tech. She also discusses her experience giving and hosting TEDx talks, provides advice on how to position your experiences for advancement and more! Lindsay's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsayhummel/

Sonali Kumar, People Analyst, Podcast Host & LinkedIn Top Voice joins to discuss the growing field of people analytics, overcoming fear as a data professional and approaches to getting started (& benefits of) public speaking. Links & resources mentioned during the episode: Sonali Kumar on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kumar-sonali/ Your Guide to Breaking into People Analytics with Sonali Kumar: https://topmate.io/sonali_kumar/1472481 The Society for People Analytics: https://societyforpeopleanalytics.org/ "Success Beyond Our Greatest Fears" Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7FctPQgfRZseMxBnq72FWZkvl9S78LMB Maven Analytics Courses & Training Platform (affiliate link): https://mavenanalytics.io/promo/spring-savings?via=sonali  

Jena Zangs, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at the University of St. Thomas joins to discuss her career journey into a senior leadership role in data. She also shares advice for new graduates entering their first data roles, networking tips and recommendations for practitioners looking to build AI ready skillsets. Jena's LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaz/ Mrs Data Science Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrs_data_science/ Data Connect Conference, hosted by Women in Analytics & Women in Data: https://www.dataconnectconf.com/  

Data Scientist Scott DeGeet joins to discuss his career journey into data science & AI, and his advice as a data science coach. Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dscottdegeest/ Scott's "Map to Mentorship" article: https://www.correlation-one.com/blog/a-map-for-mentorship-thoughts-on-building-an-advisory-council interos.ai blog: https://www.interos.ai/blog/  

Hannah Rounds discusses her data career journey from being a practitioner within a large retail organization to being a leader in client-facing consulting. She also discusses what its like working in analytics in the CPG, manufacturing and financial industries, and gives her advice for those seeking to upskill for a role in analytics in the next 2-3 years. You can follow Hannah on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahrounds/