Knowledge Cast by Enterprise Knowledge

Enterprise Knowledge's Lulit Tesfaye, VP of Knowledge & Data Services, speaks with Paco Nathan, Developer Relations (DevRel) Leader for the Entity Resolved Knowledge Graph Practice at Senzing. He is a computer scientist with over 40 years of tech industry experience and core expertise in data science, natural language, graph technologies, and cloud computing. He’s the author of numerous books, videos, and tutorials about these topics. He also hosts the monthly “Graph Power Hour!” webinar.In their conversation, Lulit and Paco discuss Paco's background in the graph space, as well as current graph trends and scalable use cases for the Semantic Layer. They also touch on how to convince organizations to prioritize investments in semantic technologies and data management, and Paco shares more details on his talk about financial crimes and Semantic Layers at the upcoming Semantic Layer Symposium in Copenhagen.To learn more about the Semantic Layer Symposium, check it out here: https://semanticlayersymposium.com/ *25% off discount code: knowledgecastFor more on Senzing:Uniquely Senzing: https://senzing.com/uniquely-senzing-published/ Senzing + Docker Quickstart: https://senzing.com/docs/quickstart/quickstart_docker/Senzing Learning Portal: https://senzing.com/senzing-learning-portal-signup"Graph Power Hour!" Podcast: https://senzing.com/graph-power-hourTo learn more about Enterprise Knowledge, visit us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠enterprise-knowledge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.EK's Knowledge Base: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://enterprise-knowledge.com/knowledge-base/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://enterprise-knowledge.com/contact-us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprise-knowledge-llc/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ekconsulting⁠⁠⁠

Amy Hodler, Founder and Executive Director of GraphGeeks, passionately discusses the innovative world of graph technology. She highlights exciting use cases, including applications in cybersecurity and how graph technology enhances AI through improved contextual understanding. The conversation explores the significance of community in navigating the complexities of this evolving field and the importance of auditability in automation. Hodler also shares insights on emerging trends like multimodal graphs, making collaboration more efficient for data enthusiasts.

Jeff Vargas, former Director of Knowledge Management at Paramount, shares insights from his 30-year career in knowledge management. He discusses the concept of 'invisible KM,' revealing how many are already practicing it without realizing it. Jeff emphasizes the importance of leadership support in successful KM initiatives and how storytelling can help demonstrate value. He reflects on his unconventional journey from music to technical writing, and offers career advice for aspiring KM professionals, stressing the need for a solid technical background.

Join Sierra Woods, a dedicated public servant in the Canadian Government, as she shares her expertise in knowledge management. She dives into the art of facilitating meaningful conversations, emphasizing the importance of asking the right questions to spark 'a-ha' moments. Sierra discusses strategies for enhancing engagement in virtual environments and the role of collaboration in improving knowledge transfer. She also reflects on her journey from academia to actionable insights, showcasing innovative approaches to tackle community challenges.

Gianni Giacomelli, Head of Design Innovation at MIT's Collective Intelligence Design Lab and founder of Supermind.Design, shares his insights on the future of knowledge management. He challenges outdated definitions, advocating for a more interdisciplinary approach that embraces AI and collective intelligence. Gianni explores the synergy between human creativity and technology, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and the power of structured knowledge. Prepare to rethink how organizations can innovate and harness shared expertise for growth!

Enterprise Knowledge CEO Zach Wahl again speaks with Barry Byrne, Global Head of Knowledge Management at Novartis and founder and organizer of the Knowledge Summit Dublin conference.In this conversation, Zach and Barry discuss Barry's growing knowledge management team at Novartis, how to measure KM success, and best practices for conducting (and scaling!) knowledge capture before valuable team members leave an organization. They also share what they're most excited about at Knowledge Summit Dublin this year, especially the "salmon of knowledge." For more information on Knowledge Summit Dublin, check it out at ⁠https://www.knowledgesummitdublin.com/⁠.Click ⁠here⁠ to listen to Barry's first Knowledge Cast episode.To learn more about Enterprise Knowledge, visit us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠enterprise-knowledge.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.EK's Knowledge Base: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://enterprise-knowledge.com/knowledge-base/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Contact Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://enterprise-knowledge.com/contact-us/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/enterprise-knowledge-llc/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ekconsulting⁠⁠⁠

Liam Fahey, Partner and Co-Founder at Leadership Forum LLC, co-hosted the first Knowledge Management conference in 1994. He discusses the evolution of knowledge management and its vital role in corporate intelligence, emphasizing collaboration and customer relationships. Fahey also highlights the necessity of clarity in terminology for securing buy-in on KM initiatives. The conversation dives into the transformative impact of AI on KM practices, and the art of facilitation, revealing techniques to foster meaningful discussions and career growth.

Ahren Lehnert, Principal Taxonomist at Nike, offers invaluable insights into the future of taxonomy and AI in knowledge management. He discusses how taxonomies can enhance search capabilities and prevent semantic debt while evolving with new technologies. Ahren emphasizes the importance of a consultative approach for taxonomists, sharing his transition from academia to consulting. He also explores the strategic significance of effective taxonomy in e-commerce and the market dynamics for semantic tools amidst the growing influence of AI.

Enterprise Knowledge COO Joe Hilger speaks with Naso Kiryakov and Andreas Blumauer, who discuss the recent merger of two prominent companies in the semantic web space, Semantic Web Company and Ontotext, now operating as Graphwise. They highlight the strategic reasons for the merger and its implications for knowledge management and data integration. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities of competing with major players like Microsoft while differentiating their offerings through precision and human-in-the-loop methodologies. Naso and Andreas underscore the importance of "whole data" and its role in unlocking the potential of generative AI and semantic web technologies. This merger represents an exciting step forward in enabling businesses to tackle complex data challenges effectively.

Austin Kronz, Director of Data Strategy at Atlan, shares insights on transforming data governance with innovative tools. He discusses how Atlan centralizes data access for diverse teams, tackling the challenges of fragmented data ecosystems. Austin emphasizes the role of AI in automating metadata management, minimizing manual tasks for data stewards. The conversation also touches on building trust in data through transparency and a user-centric approach, positioning Atlan as a vital control plane in the evolving landscape of data management.