Best Manasia Cobb Podcasts (2025)

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CDO Matters Ep. 76 | Data and Tariffs 51:03

8d ago51:03

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Episode Overview In Episode 76 of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker dives into the timely intersection of data and tariffs, exploring how organizations can navigate shifting global trade dynamics with smarter data strategies. With global tensions rising, this conversation is more relevant than ever. Episode Links and Resources Follow Malcolm Hawker on Li…

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CDO Matters Ep. 75 | Rethinking Enterprise Data 47:32

22d ago47:32

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Episode Overview Enterprise data isn’t just about governance anymore — it’s about growth, agility, and survival. Malcolm Hawker and Apurva Wadodkar of Autodesk dive into what it takes to build a data function that keeps pace with change, sharing hard-won lessons and forward-looking strategies along the way. Episode Links and Resources Follow Malcol…

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CDO Matters Ep. 74 | Data Architecture 46:16

1M ago46:16

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Episode Overview The expanding data landscape is increasingly complex, making the role of the Data Architect more critical than ever before. On this week’s episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Pete Cooney, the Lead Enterprise Architect with Jackson, shares his wealth of experience on how CDOs can leverage their data architecture to drive maximum val…

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CDO Matters Ep. 73 | Embracing Library Science in Data & Analytics 46:53

2M ago46:53

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Episode Overview “We are all librarians” is a quote from this week’s guest on the CDO Matters Podcast, Jessica Talisman, the Senior Information Architect at Adobe. In this episode, Malcolm and Jessica go deep on the topic of why Knowledge Management – including many of the concepts practiced for centuries by librarians – is increasingly becoming a …

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CDO Matters Ep. 72 | The Data Doom Loop 38:14

2M ago38:14

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Episode Overview Why do companies keep investing in data without seeing results? CDO Matters host Malcolm Hawker and Ken Stott, Enterprise Field CTO at Hasura, explore the Data Doom Loop—a cycle of complexity, tech overload, and stalled progress. Is there a way out? Tune in to find out! Episode Links and Resources Follow Malcolm Hawker on LinkedIn …

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CDO Matters Ep. 71 | Data Virtualization Demystified 38:27

3M ago38:27

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Episode Overview Have you ever wondered exactly what Data Virtualization is? What about a virtual data warehouse? If you're a CDO eager to learn why Data Virtualization should be a part of a strategy to modernize your data ecosystem, then this episode of CDO Matters with Alberto Pan, the CTO of Denodo, is for you! Episode Links and Resources Follow…

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CDO Matters Ep. 70 | The State of MDM 2025 1:00:25

3M ago1:00:25

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Episode Overview In Episode 70 of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker explores the future of MDM as AI, cloud migrations, and unstructured data reshape the field. Covering market trends, AI’s role, ROI challenges, and vendor shifts, he shares insights from the latest Magic Quadrant for MDM Solutions to help data leaders refine their 2025 strategy. Tune in …

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CDO Matters Ep. 69 | Leading a Data Function: Europe vs. USA 52:42

3M ago52:42

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Episode Overview In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm and his guest Samir Sharma discuss a wide array of data topics, including the biggest cultural and regulatory differences between Europe and the US and their impact on global data leaders. While the US appears poised to de-regulate, the influence of growing regulations in Europe, …

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CDO Matters Ep. 68 | Top Data Predictions for 2025 49:44

4M ago49:44

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Episode Overview What will 2025 hold for professionals in the world of data and analytics? Join Malcolm Hawker as he shares his top predictions for the year ahead. From data governance to AI and everything in between, Malcolm unpacks all of the most hype-worthy trends in the data world, cutting through the buzzwords and sharing insights on the topi…

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CDO Matters Ep. 67 | Is Your Data Organization AI Ready? 44:13

4M ago44:13

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Episode Overview Data leaders have a massive opportunity to drive transformational value with AI, but many are running on outdated operating models. On this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Katharine Shaw Paffett, the Cross Solution AI lead for UK and Ireland at Avanade, shares insights on how CDOs can re-envision their organizations to be more …

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CDO Matters Ep. 66 | 2024 in Data and Analytics: A Retrospective 49:36

5M ago49:36

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Episode Overview Looking back on 2024, what were some of the biggest, most notable events in the world of data and analytics? Join the host of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm Hawker, and he discussed the death of the data mesh, the growth of the fabric and AI, data products, and many other key data trends that were top of mind for many CDO's over …

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CDO Matters Ep. 65 | Demystifying Knowledge Graphs 39:03

5M ago39:03

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Episode Overview Are you looking to learn more about Knowledge Graphs, and the role they will increasingly play in a modern data ecosystem? If yes, then you need to check out the latest episode of the CDO Matters Podcast. Sumit Pal, ex Gartner analyst and Strategic Technology Director at Ontotext, shines a light on the world of knowledge graphs, an…

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CDO Matters Ep. 64 | Marketing Data Management 38:09

6M ago38:09

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Episode Overview Your familiar with all the processes your marketing organization is utilizing for managing its data? Are you familiar with the marketing data lexicon, and can you define key terms like onboarding, activating, or harmonizing? Are you working closely with data scientists in your marketing organization? If you answered no to any of th…

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CDO Matters Ep. 63 | Authentic Leadership 39:50

6M ago39:50

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Episode Overview Are you working to become a better leader? Are you seeking insights on the traits and behaviors that you need to develop to become a more authentic, change-oriented leader in your company? If yes, then you need to check out the latest episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, where our guest, Meagan Boson, shares her insights on what it …

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CDO Matters Ep. 62 | Data Products Demystified 39:47

7M ago39:47

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Episode Overview Are you confused about all of the hype around data products? Are you interested in understanding what the benefits of data products are and how you would implement them? If yes, you need to check out the latest episode of the CDO Matters Podcast as Malcolm cuts through all of the hype around data products to provide clarity on what…

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CDO Matters Ep. 61 | Key Considerations of a Cloud Migration 46:23

7M ago46:23

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Episode Overview There are many companies just now evaluating moving all or a portion of their mission-critical data or infrastructures to the cloud. In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, cloud computing expert Ayman Husain shares his insights on the key considerations all CDOs must make when considering the role that cloud-based platforms wi…

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CDO Matters Ep. 60 | AI Value Creation 43:04

8M ago43:04

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Episode Overview New technologies never exist in a vacuum, and getting value from any new innovation requires the right combination of multiple enabling competencies, including people and processes. In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Dr. Michael Proksch, author of the Wiley book 'AI Value Creation', shares insights on how some of the bigge…

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CDO Matters Ep. 59 | Challenging Data Management Norms: A Conversation with Malcolm Hawker, CDO at Profisee 45:47

8M ago45:47

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Episode Overview In this insightful episode of Data Hurdles, hosts Chris Detzel and Michael Burke welcome Malcolm Hawker, Chief Data Officer at Profisee, for an in-depth discussion on the evolving landscape of data management and the role of Chief Data Officers (CDOs) in today's organizations. The conversation kicks off with Malcolm sharing his jou…

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CDO Matters Ep. 58 | Modern Data Platforms 39:14

9M ago39:14

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Episode Overview Are you struggling to better understand what it means to implement a modern data platform, and why doing so is relevant to your business? If yes, check out this week’s episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, where Emerson Gatchalian, the CDAO of the Blackbelt Team within Microsoft, shares his insights on how his largest clients and Mic…

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CDO Matters Ep. 57 | Sustainability in Data 46:34

9M ago46:34

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Episode Overview Join the CDO of Profisee, Malcolm Hawker, as he explores the problem of how the increasing prevalence of dark data is playing a role in helping to create a growing sustainability challenge in the world of data and analytics. Malcolm explores the root of the problem, the impacts its having on the environment, and the practical steps…

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CDO Matters Ep. 56 | How to Be a Better Public Speaker 47:12

10M ago47:12

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Episode Overview Unlock the secrets to becoming a powerful public speaker and learn how to craft presentations that secure C-level funding for your data projects! Tune in to the latest episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, where Dr. Joe Perez shares invaluable tips and strategies for data leaders and practitioners. Discover how to captivate your audi…

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CDO Matters Ep. 55 | What’s a Data Culture? 44:47

10M ago44:47

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Episode Overview In this episode of CDO Matters, please join Anjali Bansal and Malcolm Hawker as they unpack the intricacies surrounding the journey to becoming a data-driven organization, emphasizing the critical role of data leadership on data culture. From the nuanced insights gained through real-world experiences to expert perspectives on overc…

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CDO Matters Ep. 54 | Semantic Layers 44:32

11M ago44:32

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Episode Overview Sanjeev Mohan is an experienced and knowledgeable expert in the world of data and analytics, and on this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, he shares his insights on the rapidly evolving world of semantic layers. Join Malcolm and Sanjeev, both ex-Gartner analysts, as they break down the complexities of these new technologies into …

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CDO Matters Ep. 53 | The Journey from CDO to PhD 49:37

11M ago49:37

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Episode Overview Eddie Short is an outspoken and experienced CDO who has managed the data and analytics function for some of the biggest companies on the planet – and he’s recently returned to graduate school with the goal of quantifying the value of Chief Data Officers. In this engaging conversation, Eddie shares valuable insights from his decades…

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CDO Matters Ep. 52 | Building a CDO Function from Scratch 48:35

11M ago48:35

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Episode Overview While many CDO’s inherit large teams, it’s also common for CDO’s to be hired into a role with the expectation they will build a data and analytics function slowly over time. In this episode of the CDO Matters podcast, Joyce Myers, the CDO of Modern Technology Solutions Inc (MTSI), shares her insights on how she’s overcoming the man…

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CDO Matters Ep. 51 | Data Leadership and Next Gen Data Teams 49:48

12M ago49:48

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Episode Overview Jordan Morrow is a visionary thought leader and prolific author in the world of data and analytics, and on Episode #51 of the CDO Matters Podcast, he joins Malcolm to discuss data leadership and building a ‘next gen’ data team. In this engaging and provocative discussion, Jordan and Malcolm discuss the most important roles and resp…

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CDO Matters Ep. 50 | Data-Driven Reflections 43:55

1y ago43:55

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Episode Overview In the 50th episode of the CDO Matters podcast, host Malcolm Hawker delves into a data-driven examination of the podcast's journey. Conducting a thorough review of the past fifty episodes, he identifies notable patterns and insights. He carefully assesses achievements and identifies areas for improvement, covering a range of aspect…

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CDO Matters Ep. 49 | The Role of Product Management in the Evolution of a Data Function 56:01

1y ago56:01

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Episode Overview The explosion of LLMs and AI is causing a tectonic shift in the world of data and analytics, and on this episode of CDO Matters, Malcolm and Jon Cooke discuss how CDOs can leverage the discipline of product management to best capitalize on these massive changes. From data products, to the data mesh, and beyond – Malcolm and Jon enj…

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CDO Matters Ep. 48 |How to Successfully Implement MDM 51:01

1y ago51:01

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Episode Summary In an age of constant disruption and AI-enabled business transformation, Master Data Management (MDM) is a must-have capability that all businesses must embrace. In this episode of the CDO Matters podcast, the leading global authority on MDM, Malcolm Hawker, shares his insights on the four keys to successfully and quickly implementi…

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CDO Matters Ep. 47 | Practical Data Quality 45:27

1y ago45:27

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Episode Overview In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Robert Hawker (no relation – at least none that we’re aware of!) joins for a discussion on Practical Data Quality – which is all a programmatic approach to data quality that focuses on business benefits, quick wins, and the highest priority challenges. Data quality issues are a major hind…

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CDO Matters Ep. 46 | Next Gen Semantic Layers 46:06

1y ago46:06

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Episode Overview In a world of exploding volumes of data, the ability to add the context needed to show the complex relationships that exist within and across datasets is of critical importance. Making the jump from data management to knowledge management is a key enabler of a next generation semantic layer, as described by Lulit Tesfaye, a Partner…

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CDO Matters Ep. 45 | Becoming AI Ready 44:37

1y ago44:37

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Episode Overview The ability of an organization to be more resilient to change, to be more flexible and adaptable, and to use data for decision making – are key traits of high-functioning companies. In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm talks with Jason Foster, the CEO of Cynosure, about how CDO’s can become more ready for AI, or any …

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CDO Matters Ep. 44 | Data Management at Scale 49:40

1y ago49:40

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Episode Overview On this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Piethein Strengholt, author of the O’Reilly book ‘Data Management At Scale’, and current CDO of Microsoft Netherlands, shares his perspectives on a variety of emerging technology trends in the world of data, including the data fabric, data products, MDM, AI – and many others – even blockc…

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CDO Matters Ep. 43 | Practical AI and Data Science 46:31

1+ y ago46:31

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Episode Overview In this 43rd episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm interviews Santona Tuli, a former Nuclear Physicist turned data scientist. Santona shares some provocative and actionable insights to data leaders looking to take a more practical approach to implementing AI and data science into their organizations. If you’re looking to show…

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CDO Matters Ep. 42 | Top Data Predictions for 2024 57:32

1+ y ago57:32

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Episode Overview Are you a data professional interested in better understanding what the top trends that could affect your work will be in 2024? What is the future of data products? How will AI influence data governance and data management? Malcolm covers these topics and many, many more as he shares his perspectives on the direction of the industr…

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CDO Matters Ep. 41 | A Chat with Microsoft Americas CDAO, Erik Zwiefel 1:00:20

1+ y ago1:00:20

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Episode Overview In this live episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm welcomes Erik Zwiefel, the CDAO of Microsoft Americas. Malcolm and Erik go deep on many of the biggest topics front-of-mind for many CDOs today, including Artificial Intelligence – especially how CDOs can best position themselves and their organizations to be more AI ready, a…

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CDO Matters Ep. 40 | The Top Data Trends of 2023 55:06

1+ y ago55:06

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Episode Overview It’s the end of yet another incredibly busy and exciting year in the world of data and analytics, and CDOs looking for an energetic and entertaining perspective on the top trends of the year should put this episode at the top of their podcast playlist. From the growth of AI to the demise of the data mesh, Malcolm provides his persp…

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CDO Matters Ep. 39 | How to Create a Data Culture 46:29

1+ y ago46:29

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Episode Overview Many CDOs believe that transitioning their companies to a data-driven culture is the #1 roadblock to fulfilling their data strategies. In this episode of CDO Matters, Malcolm provides his insights on what behaviors and mindsets are needed from CDOs to model the culture they wish others outside the data and analytics function to emb…

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CDO Matters Ep. 38 | It’s Crunch Time for CDOs with Mark Stouse 50:39

1+ y ago50:39

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Episode Overview In this 38th episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm interviews Mark Stouse, the Founder and CEO of Proof Analytics. An accomplished business leader with decades of experience in leading data science initiatives, Mark shares his perspectives on the growing frustration that many organizations are experiencing because of an inabi…

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CDO Matters Ep. 37 | Understanding and Navigating Change with Dan Everett 57:24

1+ y ago57:24

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Episode Overview: Many CDOs are hired with the expectation they’ll become the ‘Chief Change Agent’ for their companies – helping to transform old and outdated approaches to data and business management to more digital, efficient, and scalable ones. On this mission many CDOs will most certainly encounter resistance at every level, requiring a deeper…

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CDO Matters Ep. 36 | The Association with Wendy Turner-Williams 46:43

1+ y ago46:43

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Episode Overview: In the 36th episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm speaks with Wendy Turner Williams, the ex-CDO of Tableau and VP of Data Strategy for Salesforce. A proven leader in the world of data and analytics, Wendy shares exciting details into her most recent venture, The Association: a community of data and AI practitioners dedicated…

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CDO Matters Ep. 35 | Speaking the Language of Business and Data with Veronika Durgin 43:17

1+ y ago43:17

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Episode Overview: In the 35th episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm speaks to Veronika Durgin, the VP of Data with Saks. As a data leader with more of a technical background, Veronika shares her insights on how she's applied the '30% rule' to learn the foreign language of business - a critical key to her success in data leadership. Throughout…

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CDO Matters Ep. 34 | Modern Data Leadership 50:24

1+ y ago50:24

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Episode Overview: We live in a world of constant change and massive technical and social disruption, yet the way we manage data has largely remained the same.  A continued focus on the same old and tired approaches to data management are no longer serving the needs of data leaders and they must be revisited.  In this episode of the CDO Matters podc…

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CDO Matters Ep. 33 | What CDOs Need to Know about Data Engineers with Joe Reis 54:43

1+ y ago54:43

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Episode Overview Data Engineers play a critical role in enabling the success of any data and analytics function. In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm interviews Joe Reis, the co-author of the bestselling O’Reilly book, “Fundamentals of Data Engineering”. In the discussion, Joe gives a sneak peek into the minds of data engineers and w…

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CDO Matters Ep. 32 | Value Engineering 46:15

1+ y ago46:15

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Episode Summary: Data leaders have long been challenged by the need to make a tangible connection between investments in data and quantifiable business outcomes.  Value Engineering is an evolving competency that CDO’s can integrate into their organizations to solve for this mission-critical need.  In this episode, Laurence Young shares his insights…

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CDO Matters Ep. 31 | Are CDOs Set Up to Fail? 43:28

1+ y ago43:28

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Episode Overview: While the CDO role gains prominence and importance across most organizations, many CDOs are set up to fail from poorly defined roles, a lack of trust, and an insufficient focus on business outcomes. In this 31st episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm interviews Allison Sagraves, the founding CDO of M&T Bank, to ask why so man…

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CDO Matters Ep. 30 | AI and Data Literacy 48:13

2y ago48:13

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Episode Overview In this 30th episode of the CDO Matter Podcast, Malcolm has an inspired exchange with the ‘Dean of Big Data,’ Bill Schmarzo. Bill is an accomplished author, teacher, and C-level executive with a depth of knowledge in building and running large-scale data operations in service of some of the biggest companies in the world. In the di…

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CDO Matters Ep. 29 | People and Data 44:08

2y ago44:08

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Episode Overview In this 29th episode of the CDO Matter podcast, Malcolm has an engaging conversation with a long-established thought leader and noted author in the data and analytics space, Tom Redman. Malcolm and Tom discuss Tom’s recently published book, ‘People and Data,’ where Tom shares his thoughts on the necessity of engaging data consumers…

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CDO Matters Ep. 28 | Data Products 52:57

2y ago52:57

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Episode Summary Unleashing the power of Data Products, and transforming CDOs into Product Visionaries. In this the 28th episode of the CDO Matters podcast, Malcolm explores the topic of Data Products and what CDO’s should know about them. Malcolm taps his expertise as a prior Chief Product Officer to explore the differences between data products as…

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CDO Matters Ep. 27 | Keys to CDO Success with Renée Lahti 46:18

2y ago46:18

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Episode Overview Wouldn’t it be great to have a playbook for how to be an effective data leader? In this episode of CDO Matters, Malcolm has an in-depth conversation with an extremely successful IT and data leader, Renée B. Lahti. With CIO experience spanning multiple industries for some of the best-known brands on the planet — including SC Johnson…

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