Join us for an episode of Data Bytes Podcast where we explore digital transformation in manufacturing with Jai Sundararaman, Chief Transformation Officer at IPG. Discover key challenges and opportunities in manufacturing's digital journey, and gain expert insights on building resilient strategies for the future. Jai's extensive experience in technology and manufacturing makes this a must-listen episode. Subscribe now for more insightful content! Connect with Jai on LinkedIn. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

Join us in this insightful episode of Data Bytes as we delve into the dynamic world of data, AI, and storytelling with our guest, Camila Manera. With a diverse background in design, user experience, data science, and AI, Camila has made strategic decisions for major organizations like The Walt Disney Company and is now the Co-Founder and Data Director at Libro de Pases. Discover how she's used data and AI to shape strategies, enhance storytelling, and find out what's on the horizon for the future of user experience. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with a trailblazer who's breaking barriers in the tech industry. Subscribe now and stay tuned for more engaging discussions on Women in Data's Data Bytes podcast! Connect with Camila on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camila-manera-910510a2/ to stay updated on her incredible journey and insights. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

Join us in this insightful conversation with Lisa Cohen, an accomplished Data Science executive with a remarkable career spanning Google, Twitter, and Microsoft. We dive into the essential aspects of managing data science projects and the key objectives for onboarding to a data science team. Discover Lisa's journey into data science and her team's challenges at Google. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a true industry expert! Connect with Lisa Cohen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cohenlisa/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

Join us for "AI for Business Intelligence and Analytics" with our special guest, Mico Yuk! Mico, a trailblazer in the field, is the Chief Data Evangelist at Count.co and Co-founder of BI Brainz. In this podcast, we dive into three key areas: AI and BI Fusion: Explore how AI is reshaping Business Intelligence and Analytics and whether it's time to update the BIDS framework. DE&I Action Plan: Understand the challenges and solutions for achieving diversity and inclusion in organizations, with practical steps and metrics for progress. Mico's Journey: Hear the fascinating story of how Mico founded the BI/Analytics Data Storytelling Framework (BIDS) and gain insights into her career and advice for women in data. This podcast promises engaging discussions, expert insights, and a dose of inspiration from Mico Yuk. Stay connected with Mico on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/micoyuk/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

In this exclusive interview, we sit down with a true industry luminary, an individual who has charted a remarkable course through the dynamic world of data and machine learning engineering. Our guest, a distinguished Founder at Dutch Engineer, Senior Data and ML Platform Engineer at Zwift, and a dedicated Mentor at EcZachly, is set to unravel the mysteries of vector databases, illuminate the path to becoming a top-tier data engineer, and offer invaluable insights into transitioning from data engineering to the exciting realm of ML engineering. Join us as we delve into their extraordinary journey and tap into their wealth of experience and wisdom. Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn: Sarah Floris on LinkedIn Subscribe and stay tuned for more Data Bytes insights! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

Join us for an insightful episode of Data Bytes as we explore "The Future of Data Science" with Dr. Jodie Burchell, Developer Advocate in Data Science at JetBrains and former Lead Data Scientist at Verve Group Europe. With a diverse background in clinical psychology, biostatistics, and extensive data science experience, Dr. Burchell provides valuable insights. We delve into two key topics: Data Science Evolution: Discover how the role of data science has transformed over the last decade and what lies ahead with AI advancements. Bias-Free Hiring: Learn how to address bias in hiring practices from Dr. Burchell's perspective as a hiring manager and create a more inclusive recruitment process. Additionally, Dr. Burchell shares her unconventional career journey and offers advice for aspiring data scientists. In a rapid-fire round, we get to know her personal interests and goals. Tune in for a candid, unscripted conversation. Connect with Dr. Burchell on LinkedIn and Twitter, and stay updated on Data Bytes for more captivating discussions. Stay curious and creative! Connect with Dr. Jodie Burchell: Twitter: https://twitter.com/t_redactyl Mastodon: @t_redactyl@fosstodon.org Blog: https://t-redactyl.io/ GitHub: https://github.com/t-redactyl JetBrains: https://www.jetbrains.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

Today, we delve deep into the art and science of constructing formidable teams in the realm of analytics and AI with a trailblazer in the industry, Sayandeb Banerjee. As the CEO and Co-founder of The Math Company and Co.dx, and with a rich tapestry of experiences across giants like MU Sigma, GE-Money Americas, GECIS, and ICICI Bank, Sayandeb offers a unique vantage point. Highlights: Building High-Caliber Teams: Ever wondered what goes into creating elite teams in the analytics industry? Sayandeb breaks down the ingredients. From attracting top talent to innovative training paradigms, gain insights into the practices that make TheMathCompany stand out. Innovation in the Industry: As technology gallops ahead, how will analytics keep pace? Sayandeb shares his forward-thinking perspective on the evolution we might witness in the next decade. Personal Insights: From the driving forces behind his unwavering passion to valuable advice for budding analytics enthusiasts, Sayandeb offers a candid look into his journey. Plus, any regrets or do-overs? He shares those too. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

Overview In this episode of the Data Bytes podcast, we will be joined by Gaston Besanson, the Global Head of Data Science at PepsiCo. Gaston has been building new practices, businesses, and high-performing teams in data science for more than 18 years and driving business evolution through data processing, data analytics, and decision support. In this interview, we will explore the topic of digital transformation and its key barriers. We will also discuss the role of the global data science team in PepsiCo, what defines an ideal PepsiCo data scientist, and the types of problems that Gaston's teams work on today. Additionally, we will touch upon the importance of diversity at the time of building analytics solutions. Tune in to learn more about how AI is driving digital transformation at PepsiCo. About Gaston Besanson Gaston Besanson has been building new practices, businesses and high-performing teams in data science for more than 18 years and driving business evolution through data processing, data analytics and decision support. After more than a decade leading teams in various private and academic institutions, since early 2021 Gaston joins PepsiCo as Global Head of Data Science to build a global big data science team working across the company's different functions of interest. Since November 2021, he leads PepsiCo's Global Digital Hub in Barcelona. The focus of Gaston's work is the continuous development of AI-based analytics components as part of PepsiCo's digital products and services, along with innovation in the field of intelligent systems applied to business processes. This is coupled with his strong values of fostering a respectful and dynamic culture based on empowerment, communication and collaboration.   Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/besanson Learn more about our mission and become a member here: https://www.womenindata.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

Overview In this episode, Dr. David Moses discusses his research in speech neuroprosthetics. He delves into his research paper on Neuroprosthesis for Decoding Speech in a Paralyzed Person with Anarthria, highlighting the challenges faced during the study and the deep learning models utilized. Dr. Moses also discusses the potential for further improvements with additional data and whether similar studies have been conducted without the use of implants. The conversation then shifts to the ethics of brain-computer interfaces (BCI), with Dr. Moses sharing his thoughts on concerns surrounding BCIs, ways to encourage more individuals to participate in ethics conversations, and a potential timeline for BCIs entering the market. Finally, Dr. Moses discusses industry opportunities outside of academia and offers advice on how to get started in the field. About Dr. David Moses  Dr. David Moses received a BS in Bioengineering from Rice University and then a PhD in Bioengineering from a joint program between UCSF and UC Berkeley. During his PhD in Dr. Edward Chang's lab at UCSF, he studied how perceived and produced speech is encoded in the human cortex using electrocorticography (an invasive brain-recording methodology involving electrical sensors placed directly on the brain surface), and he developed a system to decode both kinds of speech from the cortical activity of volunteer participants. After graduating, he remained in Dr. Chang's lab as a postdoctoral scholar to manage and coordinate projects on a new early-feasibility clinical trial at UCSF to evaluate the potential of electrocorticography and machine learning to restore speech to patients with severe paralysis. After successful proof-of-concept demonstrations, he continues to work towards the development of a clinical implementation to enhance the communicative capabilities of those who are unable to speak. Social Media Twitter: @AtDavidMoses Learn more about our mission and become a member here: https://www.womenindata.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support

Overview In this episode, we dive into the topic of collective intelligence and its optimization with Anita Woolley, Professor at Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business. We get to know Anita's story and the valuable lessons she has learned in her career. Our first topic is competition and collective intelligence in groups. We explore the definition of collective intelligence and the signs of a high-functioning team. We also discuss whether gender differences play a role in enabling collective intelligence in teams. Moving on to the second topic, we delve into the effect of gender composition on the use of expertise. Anita shares her research on this topic and whether the results surprised her. We also explore the actions that leaders and teams can take to ensure that women are more likely to participate, even if they are in the minority group. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable strategies for optimizing collective intelligence and creating more inclusive teams. About Anita Williams Woolley Anita Williams Woolley is a Professor of Organizational Behavior and the Associate Dean of Research at Carnegie Mellon University’s Tepper School of Business. Dr. Woolley received her doctorate in organizational behavior from Harvard University, and her research includes seminal work on collective intelligence, which was first published in Science in 2010 and has been featured in over 5000 publications and media outlets since. Her papers have been published in Science, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Academy of Management Review, Organization Science, and Management Science among others and her research has been funded by grants from several federal funding agencies including the National Science Foundation, the Army Research Institute, and DARPA, as well as private corporations. Currently, Professor Woolley is a Senior Editor at Organization Science and a founding Associate Editor of Collective Intelligence. At the Tepper School, she teaches courses on managing teams and leading global and distributed teams. Learn more about our mission and become a member here: https://www.womenindata.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/women-in-data/support