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    The convergence of AI and business intelligence is creating new opportunities for innovation. As AI becomes more embedded in BI tools, the challenge lies in fostering a data-driven culture within organizations. How can professionals bridge the gap between intuition and data-driven decision-making? What strategies can be employed to cultivate a culture where data is at the forefront of business decisions? And how can AI tools be leveraged to make data insights more accessible to all employees?

    Omri Kohl is the CEO and co-founder of Pyramid Analytics, the Trusted Analytics Platform built for the enterprise. He leads Pyramid’s strategy and operations through a fast-growing data and analytics market. Kohl brings a deep understanding of analytics and AI technologies, valuable management experience, and a natural ability to challenge conventional thinking. Since Kohl founded Pyramid in 2009, it has achieved significant market success and customer growth. Kohl is a highly experienced entrepreneur with a proven track record developing and managing fast-growth companies.

    In the episode, Richie and Omri explore the evolution of BI with AI, the importance of data-driven culture, the role of generative BI in democratizing insights, the balance between intuition and data, and much more.

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    Pyramid AnalyticsConnect with OmriPyramid Analytics GenBI DemoCourse: Introduction to Data CultureRelated Episode: Self-Service Business Intelligence with Sameer Al-Sakran, CEO at MetabaseRewatch sessions from RADAR: Forward Edition

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  • Welcome to DataFramed Industry Roundups! In this series of episodes, Adel & Richie sit down to discuss the latest and greatest in data & AI. In this episode, we touch upon the brewing rivalry between OpenAI and Anthropic, discuss Claude's new computer use feature, Google's NotebookLM and how its implications for the UX/UI of AI products, and a lot more.

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    Integrating generative AI with robust databases is becoming essential. As organizations face a plethora of database options and AI tools, making informed decisions is crucial for enhancing customer experiences and operational efficiency. How do you ensure your AI systems are powered by high-quality data? And how can these choices impact your organization's success?

    Gerrit Kazmaier is the VP and GM of Data Analytics at Google Cloud. Gerrit leads the development and design of Google Cloud’s data technology, which includes data warehousing and analytics. Gerrit’s mission is to build a unified data platform for all types of data processing as the foundation for the digital enterprise. Before joining Google, Gerrit served as President of the HANA & Analytics team at SAP in Germany and led the global Product, Solution & Engineering teams for Databases, Data Warehousing and Analytics. In 2015, Gerrit served as the Vice President of SAP Analytics Cloud in Vancouver, Canada.

    In this episode, Richie and Gerrit explore the transformative role of AI in data tools, the evolution of dashboards, the integration of AI with existing workflows, the challenges and opportunities in SQL code generation, the importance of a unified data platform, leveraging unstructured data, and much more.

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    Google CloudConnect with GerritThinking Fast and Slow by Daniel KahnemanCourse: Introduction to GCPRelated Episode: Not Only Vector Databases: Putting Databases at the Heart of AI, with Andi Gutmans, VP and GM of Databases at GoogleRewatch sessions from RADAR: Forward Edition

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    We’re often caught chasing the dream of “self-serve” data—a place where data empowers stakeholders to answer their questions without a data expert at every turn. But what does it take to reach that point? How do you shape tools that empower teams to explore and act on data without the usual bottlenecks? And with the growing presence of natural language tools and AI, is true self-service within reach, or is there still more to the journey?

    Sameer Al-Sakran is the CEO at Metabase, a low-code self-service analytics company. Sameer has a background in both data science and data engineering so he's got a practitioner's perspective as well as executive insight. Previously, he was CTO at Expa and Blackjet, and the founder of SimpleHadoop and Adopilot.

    In the episode, Richie and Sameer explore self-serve analytics, the evolution of data tools, GenAI vs AI agents, semantic layers, the challenges of implementing self-serve analytics, the problem with data-driven culture, encouraging efficiency in data teams, the parallels between UX and data projects, exciting trends in analytics, and much more.

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    MetabaseConnect with SameerArticles from Metabase on jargon, information budgets, analytics mistakes, and data model mistakesCourse: Introduction to Data CultureRelated Episode: Towards Self-Service Data Engineering with Taylor Brown, Co-Founder and COO at FivetranRewatch Sessions from RADAR: Forward Edition

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    Data is no longer just for coders. With the rise of low-code tools, more people across organizations can access data insights without needing programming skills. But how can companies leverage these tools effectively? And what steps should they take to integrate them into existing workflows while upskilling their teams? 

    Michael Berthold is CEO and co-founder at KNIME, an open source data analytics company. He has more than 25 years of experience in data science, working in academia, most recently as a full professor at Konstanz University (Germany) and previously at University of California (Berkeley) and Carnegie Mellon, and in industry at Intel’s Neural Network Group, Utopy, and Tripos. Michael has published extensively on data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

    In the episode, Adel and Michael explore low-code data science, the adoption of low-code data tools, the evolution of data science workflows, upskilling, low-code and code collaboration, data literacy, integration with AI and GenAI tools, the future of low-code data tools and much more. 

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    KNIMEConnect with MichaelCode Along: Low-Code Data Science and Analytics with KNIMECourse: Introduction to KNIMERelated Episode: No-Code LLMs In Practice with Birago Jones & Karthik Dinakar, CEO & CTO at Pienso

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    Staying ahead means knowing what’s happening right now—not minutes or hours later. Real-time analytics promises to help teams react faster, make informed choices, and even predict issues before they arise. But implementing these systems is no small feat, and it requires careful alignment between technical capabilities and business needs. How do you ensure that real-time data actually drives impact? And what should organizations consider to make sure their real-time analytics investments lead to tangible benefits?

    Zuzanna Stamirowska is the CEO of Pathway.com - the fastest data processing engine on the market which makes real-time intelligence possible. Zuzanna is also the author of the state-of-the-art forecasting model for maritime trade published by the National Academy of Sciences of the USA. While working on this project she saw that the digitization of traditional industries was slowed down by the lack of a software infrastructure capable of doing automated reasoning on top of data streams, in real time. This was the spark to launch Pathway. She holds a Master’s degree in Economics and Public Policy from Sciences Po, Ecole Polytechnique, and ENSAE, as well as a PhD in Complexity Science..

    Hélène Stanway is Independent Advisor & Consultant at HMLS Consulting Ltd. Hélène is an award-winning and highly effective insurance leader with a proven track record in emerging technologies, innovation, operations, data, change, and digital transformation. Her passion for actively combining the human element, design, and innovation alongside technology has enabled companies in the global insurance market to embrace change by achieving their desired strategic goals, improving processes, increasing efficiency, and deploying relevant tools. With a special passion for IoT and Sensor Technology, HĂ©lĂšne is a perpetual learner, driven to help delegates succeed. 

    In the episode, Richie, Zuzanna and HĂ©lĂšne explore real-time analytics, their operational impact, use-cases of real-time analytics across industries, the benefits of adopting real-time analytics, the key roles and stakeholders you need to make that happen, operational challenges, strategies for effective adoption, the real-time of the future, common pitfalls, and much more. 

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    Connect with Zuzanna and HĂ©lĂšneLiArticle: What are digital twins and why do we need them?Course: Time Series Analysis in Power BIRelated Episode: How Real Time Data Accelerates Business Outcomes with George TrujilloSign up to RADAR: Forward Edition

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    Understanding where the data you use comes from, how to use it responsibly, and how to maximize its value has become essential. But as data sources multiply, so do the complexities around data privacy, customization, and ownership. How can companies capture and leverage the right data to create meaningful customer experiences while respecting privacy? And as data drives more personalized interactions, what steps can businesses take to protect sensitive information and navigate the increasingly complex regulatory picture? 

    Jonathan Bloch is CEO at Exchange Data International (EDI) and a seasoned businessman with 40 years experience in information provision. He started work in the newsletter industry and ran the US subsidiary of a UK public company before joining its main board as head of its publishing division. He has been a director and/or chair of several companies and is currently a non executive director of an FCA registered investment bank. In 1994 he founded Exchange Data International (EDI) a London based financial data provider. EDI now has over 450 clients across three continents and is based in the UK, USA, India and Morocco employing 500 people.

    Scott Voigt is CEO and co-founder at Fullstory. Scott has enjoyed helping early-stage software businesses grow since the mid 90s, when he helped launch and take public nFront—one of the world's first Internet banking service providers. Prior to co-founding Fullstory, Voigt led marketing at Silverpop before the company was acquired by IBM. Previously, he worked at Noro-Moseley Partners, the Southeast's largest Venture firm, and also served as COO at Innuvo, which was acquired by Google. Scott teamed up with two former Innuvo colleagues, and the group developed the earliest iterations of Fullstory to understand how an existing product was performing. It was quickly apparent that this new platform provided the greatest value—and the rest is history.

    In the episode, Richie, Jonathan and Scott explore first-party vs third-party data, protecting corporate data, behavioral data, personalization, data sourcing strategies, platforms for storage and sourcing, data privacy, synthetic data, regulations and compliance, the future of data collection and storage, and much more. 

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    FullstoryExchange Data InternationalConnect with Jonathan and ScottCourse: Understanding GDPRRelated Episode: How Data and AI are Changing Data Management with Jamie Lerner, CEO, President, and Chairman at QuantumSign up to RADAR: Forward Edition

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  • Machine learning and AI have become essential tools for delivering real-time solutions across industries. However, as these technologies scale, they bring their own set of challenges—complexity, data drift, latency, and the constant fight between innovation and reliability. How can we deploy models that not only enhance user experiences but also keep up with changing demands? And what does it take to ensure that these solutions are built to adapt, perform, and deliver value at scale?

    Rachita Naik is a Machine Learning (ML) Engineer at Lyft, Inc., and a recent graduate of Columbia University in New York. With two years of professional experience, Rachita is dedicated to creating impactful software solutions that leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to solve real-world problems. At Lyft, Rachita focuses on developing and deploying robust ML models to enhance the ride-hailing industry’s pickup time reliability. She thrives on the challenge of addressing ML use cases at scale in dynamic environments, which has provided her with a deep understanding of practical challenges and the expertise to overcome them. Throughout her academic and professional journey, Rachita has honed a diverse skill set in AI and software engineering and remains eager to learn about new technologies and techniques to improve the quality and effectiveness of her work. 

    In the episode, Adel and Rachita explore how machine learning is leveraged at Lyft, the primary use-cases of ML in ride-sharing, what goes into an ETA prediction pipeline, the challenges of building large scale ML systems, reinforcement learning for dynamic pricing, key skills for machine learning engineers, future trends across machine learning and generative AI and much more. 

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    Engineering at Lyft on MediumConnect with RachitaResearch Paper—A Better Match for Drivers and Riders: Reinforcement Learning at LyftCareer Track: Machine Learning EngineerRelated Episode: Why ML Projects Fail, and How to Ensure Success with Eric Siegel, Founder of Machine Learning Week, Former Columbia Professor, and Bestselling AuthorSign up to RADAR: Forward Edition

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  • As AI continually changes how businesses operate, new questions emerge around ethics and privacy. Nowadays, algorithms can set prices and personalize offers, but how do companies ensure they’re doing this responsibly? What does it mean to be transparent with customers about data use, and how can businesses avoid unintended bias? Balancing innovation with trust is key, but achieving this balance isn’t always straightforward.

    Dr. Jose Mendoza is Academic Director and Clinical Associate Professor in Integrated Marketing at NYU, and was formerly an Associate Professor of Practice at The University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. His focus is on consumer pricing, digital retailing, intelligent retail stores, neuromarketing, big data, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Previously, he taught marketing courses at Sacred Heart University and Western Michigan University. He is also an experienced senior global marketing executive with over 18 years of experience in global marketing alone and a career as an Engineer in Information Sciences. Dr. Mendoza is also a Doctoral Researcher in Strategic and Global pricing, Consumer Behavior, and Pricing Research methodologies. He had international roles in Latin America, Europe, and the USA with scope in over 50 countries. 

    In the episode, Richie and Jose explore AI-driven pricing, consumer perceptions and ethical pricing, the complexity of dynamic pricing models, explainable AI, data privacy and customer trust, legal and ethical guardrails, innovations in dynamic pricing and much more. 

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    NYUConnect with JoseAmazon Dynamic Pricing Strategy in 2024Course: AI EthicsRelated Episode: The Future of Marketing Analytics with Cory Munchbach, CEO at BlueConicSign up to RADAR: Forward Edition

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  • With the recent rapid advancements in AI comes the challenge of navigating an ever-changing field of play, while ensuring the tech we use serves real-world needs. As AI becomes more ingrained in business and everyday life, how do we balance cutting-edge development with practicality and ethical responsibility? What steps are necessary to ensure AI’s growth benefits society, aligns with human values, and avoids potential risks? What similarities can we draw between the way we think, and the way AI thinks for us?

    Terry Sejnowski is one of the most influential figures in computational neuroscience. At the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, he runs the Computational Neurobiology Laboratory, and hold the Francis Crick Chair. At the University of California, San Diego, he is a Distinguished Professor and runs a neurobiology lab. Terry is also the President of the Neural Information Processing (NIPS) Foundation, and an organizer of the NeurIPS AI conference. Alongside Geoff Hinton, Terry co-invented the Boltzmann machine technique for machine learning. He is the author of over 500 journal articles on neuroscience and AI, and the book "ChatGPT and the Future of AI".

    In the episode, Richie and Terry explore the current state of AI, historical developments in AI, the NeurIPS conference, collaboration between AI and neuroscience, AI’s shift from academia to industry, large vs small LLMs, creativity in AI, AI ethics, autonomous AI, AI agents, superintelligence, and much more. 

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    NeurIPS ConferenceTerry’s Book—ChatGPT and the Future of AI: The Deep Language RevolutionConnect with TerryTerry on SubstackCourse: Data Communication ConceptsRelated Episode: Guardrails for the Future of AI with Viktor Mayer-Schönberger, Professor of Internet Governance and Regulation at the University of OxfordSign up to RADAR: Forward Edition

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  • Generative AI and data are more interconnected than ever. If you want quality in your AI product, you need to be connected to a database with high quality data. But with so many database options and new AI tools emerging, how do you ensure you’re making the right choices for your organization? Whether it’s enhancing customer experiences or improving operational efficiency, understanding the role of your databases in powering AI is crucial. 

    Andi Gutmans is the General Manager and Vice President for Databases at Google. Andi’s focus is on building, managing, and scaling the most innovative database services to deliver the industry’s leading data platform for businesses. Prior to joining Google, Andi was VP Analytics at AWS running services such as Amazon Redshift. Prior to his tenure at AWS, Andi served as CEO and co-founder of Zend Technologies, the commercial backer of open-source PHP. Andi has over 20 years of experience as an open source contributor and leader. He co-authored open source PHP. He is an emeritus member of the Apache Software Foundation and served on the Eclipse Foundation’s board of directors. He holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from the Technion, Israel Institute of Technology.

    In the episode, Richie and Andi explore databases and their relationship with AI and GenAI, key features needed in databases for AI, GCP database services, AlloyDB, federated queries in Google Cloud, vector databases, graph databases, practical use cases of AI in databases and much more. 

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    GCPConnect with AndiAlloyDB for PostgreSQLCourse: Responsible AI Data ManagementRelated Episode: The Power of Vector Databases and Semantic Search with Elan Dekel, VP of Product at PineconeSign up to RADAR: Forward Edition

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  • Mastering the technical side of data and AI is one thing, but communicating those insights effectively is a whole different challenge. How do you make sure your data is understood, acted upon, and influences decisions? It’s not just about presenting the right numbers—it’s about framing them in a way that resonates with different audiences. But how do you tailor your communication to different stakeholders and ensure your message cuts through? What strategies can you use to make your insights truly impactful?

    Wes Kao is an entrepreneur, marketer, coach, and advisor who writes at newsletter.weskao.com. She is co-founder of Maven, an edtech company that raised $25M from First Round and Andreessen Horowitz. Previously, she co-founded the altMBA with bestselling author Seth Godin.

    In the episode, Richie and Wes explore communication skills, tailoring to your audience, persuasion vs information, feedback and behavioral change, intellectual honesty, judgement and analytical thinking, management and ownership, dealing with mistakes, conflict management, career advice for data practitioners and much more. 

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    Wes’ WebsiteConnect with Wes10,000 Hours Concept by Malcolm GladwellCourse: Data Communication ConceptsRelated Episode: Making Better Decisions using Data & AI with Cassie Kozyrkov, Google's First Chief Decision ScientistSign up to RADAR: Forward Edition

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  • Building a robust data infrastructure is crucial for any organization looking to leverage AI and data-driven insights. But as your data ecosystem grows, so do the challenges of managing, securing, and scaling it. How do you ensure that your data infrastructure not only meets today’s needs but is also prepared for the rapid changes in technology tomorrow? What strategies can you adopt to keep your organization agile, while ensuring that your data investments continue to deliver value and support business goals?

    Saad Siddiqui is a venture capitalist for Titanium Ventures. Titanium focus on enterprise technology investments, particularly focusing on next generation enterprise infrastructure and applications. In his career, Saad has deployed over $100M in venture capital in over a dozen companies. In previous roles as a corporate development executive, he has executed M&A transactions valued at over $7 billion in aggregate. Prior to Titanium Ventures he was in corporate development at Informatica and was a member of Cisco's venture investing and acquisitions team covering cloud, big data and virtualization. 

    In the episode, Richie and Saad explore the business impacts of data infrastructure, getting started with data infrastructure, the roles and teams you need to get started, scalability and future-proofing, implementation challenges, continuous education and flexibility, automation and modernization, trends in data infrastructure, and much more. 

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    Titanium VenturesConnect with SaadCourse - Artificial Intelligence (AI) StrategyRelated Episode: How are Businesses Really Using AI? With Tathagat Varma, Global TechOps Leader at Walmart Global TechRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition

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  • Businesses are collecting more data than ever before. But is bigger always better? Many companies are starting to question whether massive datasets and complex infrastructure are truly delivering results or just adding unnecessary costs and complications. How can you make sure your data strategy is aligned with your actual needs? What if focusing on smaller, more manageable datasets could improve your efficiency and save resources, all while delivering the same insights?

    Ryan Boyd is the Co-Founder & VP, Marketing + DevRel at MotherDuck. Ryan started his career as a software engineer, but since has led DevRel teams for 15+ years at Google, Databricks and Neo4j, where he developed and executed numerous marketing and DevRel programs. Prior to MotherDuck, Ryan worked at Databricks and focussed the team on building an online community during the pandemic, helping to organize the content and experience for an online Data + AI Summit, establishing a regular cadence of video and blog content, launching the Databricks Beacons ambassador program, improving the time to an “aha” moment in the online trial and launching a University Alliance program to help professors teach the latest in data science, machine learning and data engineering.

    In the episode, Richie and Ryan explore data growth and computation, the data 1%, the small data movement, data storage and usage, the shift to local and hybrid computing, modern data tools, the challenges of big data, transactional vs analytical databases, SQL language enhancements, simple and ergonomic data solutions and much more. 

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    MotherDuckThe Small Data ManifestoConnect with RyanSmall DataSF conferenceRelated Episode: Effective Data Engineering with Liya Aizenberg, Director of Data Engineering at AwayRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition

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  • Businesses are constantly racing to stay ahead by adopting the latest data tools and AI technologies. But with so many options and buzzwords, it’s easy to get lost in the excitement without knowing whether these tools truly serve your business. How can you ensure that your data stack is not only modern but sustainable and agile enough to adapt to changing needs? What does it take to build data products that deliver real value to your teams while driving innovation?

    Adrian Estala is VP, Field Chief Data Officer and the host of Starburst TV. With a background in leading Digital and IT Portfolio Transformations, he understands the value of creating executive frameworks that focus on material business outcomes. Skilled with getting the most out of data-driven investments, Adrian is your trusted adviser to navigating complex data environments and integrating a Data Mesh strategy in your organization.

    In the episode, Richie and Adrian explore the modern data stack, agility in data, collaboration between business and data teams, data products and differing ways of building them, data discovery and metadata, data quality, career skills for data practitioners and much more.

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    StarburstConnect with AdrianCareer Track: Data Engineer in PythonRelated Episode: How this Accenture CDO is Navigating the AI RevolutionRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition

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  • AI is becoming a key tool in industries far beyond just tech. From automating tasks in the movie industry to revolutionizing drug development in life sciences, AI is transforming how we work. But with this growth comes important questions: How is AI really impacting jobs? Are we just increasing efficiency, or are we replacing human roles? And how can companies effectively store and leverage the vast amounts of data being generated every day to gain a competitive advantage?

    Jamie Lerner is the President and CEO of Quantum, a company specializing in data storage, management, and protection. Since taking the helm in 2018, Lerner has steered Quantum towards innovative solutions for video and unstructured data. His leadership has been marked by strategic acquisitions and product launches that have significantly enhanced the company's market position. Before joining Quantum, Jamie worked at Cisco, Seagate, CITTIO, XUMA, and Platinum Technology. At Quantum, Lerner has been instrumental in shifting the company's focus towards data storage, management, and protection for video and unstructured data, driving innovation and strategic acquisitions to enhance its market position.

    In the episode, Richie and jamie explore AI in subtitling, translation, and the movie industry at large, AI in sports, AI in business and scientific research, AI ethics, infrastructure and data management, video and image data in business, challenges of working with AI in video, excitement vs fear in AI and much more. 

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    QuantumConnect with JamieCareer Track: Data Engineer in PythonRelated Episode: Seeing the Data Layer Through Spatial Computing with Cathy Hackl and Irena CroninRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition

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  • The sheer number of tools and technologies that can infiltrate your work processes can be overwhelming. Choosing the right ones to invest in is critical, but how do you know where to start? What steps should you take to build a solid, scalable data infrastructure that can handle the growth of your business? And with AI becoming a central focus for many organizations, how can you ensure that your data strategy is aligned to support these initiatives? It’s no longer just about managing data; it’s about future-proofing your organization.

    Taylor Brown is the COO and Co-Founder of Fivetran, the global leader in data movement. With a vision to simplify data connectivity and accessibility, Taylor has been instrumental in transforming the way organizations manage their data infrastructure. Fivetran has grown rapidly, becoming a trusted partner for thousands of companies worldwide. Taylor's expertise in technology and business strategy has positioned Fivetran at the forefront of the data integration industry, driving innovation and empowering businesses to harness the full potential of their data. Prior to Fivetran, Taylor honed his skills in various tech startups, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for problem-solving to his entrepreneurial ventures.

    In the episode, Richie and Taylor explore the biggest challenges in data engineering, how to find the right tools for your data stack, defining the modern data stack, federated data, data fabrics, data meshes, data strategy vs organizational structure, self-service data, data democratization, AI’s impact on data and much more. 

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    FivetranConnect with TaylorCareer Track: Data Engineer in PythonRelated Episode: Effective Data Engineering with Liya Aizenberg, Director of Data Engineering at AwayRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition

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  • Building and managing AI products comes with its own set of unique challenges. Especially when they are under intense scrutiny like mobile and home assistants have dealt with in recent years. From dealing with the unpredictable nature of machine learning models to ensuring that your product is both ethical and user-friendly, the path to success isn’t always clear. But how do you navigate these complexities and still deliver a product that meets business goals? What key steps can you take to align AI innovation with measurable outcomes and long-term success?

    Marily Nika is one of the world's leading thinkers on product management for artificial intelligence. At Google, she manages the generative AI product features for Google Assistant. Marily also founded AI Product Academy, where she runs a BootCamp on AI product management, and she teaches the subject on Maven. Previously, Marily was an AI Product Lead in Meta's Reality Labs, and the AI Product Lead for Google Glass. She is also an Executive Fellow at Harvard Business School.

    In the episode, Richie and Marily explore the unique challenges of AI product management, experimentation, ethical considerations in AI product management, collaboration, skills needed to succeed in AI product development, the career path to work in AI as a Product Manager, key metrics for AI products and much more. 

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    Komo AIConnect with MarilyMarily’s Course: AI Product Management Bootcamp with CertificationSkill Track: AI Business FundamentalsRelated Episode: Building Human-Centered AI Experiences with Haris Butt, Head of Product Design at ClickUpRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition

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  • Every organization today is exploring generative AI to drive value and push their business forward. But a common pitfall is that AI strategies often don’t align with business objectives, leading companies to chase flashy tools rather than focusing on what truly matters. How can you avoid these traps and ensure your AI efforts are not only innovative but also aligned with real business value? 

    Leon Gordon, is a leader in data analytics and AI. A current Microsoft Data Platform MVP based in the UK, founder of Onyx Data. During the last decade, he has helped organizations improve their business performance, use data more intelligently, and understand the implications of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data. Leon is an Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine, a Thought Leader in Data Science for the Global AI Hub, chair for the Microsoft Power BI – UK community group and the DataDNA data visualization community as well as an international speaker and advisor.

    In the episode, Adel and Leon explore aligning AI with business strategy, building AI use-cases, enterprise AI-agents, AI and data governance, data-driven decision making, key skills for cross-functional teams, AI for automation and augmentation, privacy and AI and much more. 

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    Onyx DataConnect with LeonLeon’s Linkedin Course - How to Build and Execute a Successful Data StrategySkill Track: AI Business FundamentalsRelated Episode: Generative AI in the Enterprise with Steve Holden, Senior Vice President and Head of Single-Family Analytics at Fannie MaeRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition

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  • AI has rapidly emerged as an incredibly transformative technology, and nowhere has its impact been felt more unexpectedly than in the creative arts. Just a decade ago, few would have predicted that AI would evolve from automating routine tasks to generating paintings, music, and even poetry. Yet today, the role of AI in the arts has entered mainstream conversations, even contributing to the debates seen in last year’s Hollywood strikes. 

    Kent Kersey is a creative technologist who has served as a Product and Business leader in startups across B2B, B2C, and Enterprise SaaS. He is the founder and CEO of Invoke, an open-source Enterprise platform built to empower creatives to co-create with custom/fine-tuned AI products.

    In the episode, Adel and Kent explore intellectual property and AI, the legal landscape surrounding AI models, open vs closed-source models, the future of creative teams and GenAI, innovations in GenAI, the role of artists in an AI-world, GenAI’s impact on the future of entertainment and much more. 

    Links Mentioned in the Show:

    InvokeHow to Use Midjourney: A Comprehensive Guide to AI-Generated Artwork CreationCourse: Generative AI ConceptsRelated Episode: Seeing the Data Layer Through Spatial Computing with Cathy Hackl and Irena CroninRewatch sessions from RADAR: AI Edition

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