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Welcome to our new DataIQ Members! We're thrilled to announce that Harveer Singh's team at Truist and Lisa Allen's team at The Pensions Regulator have joined our trusted global community of data leaders. View the organisations that are already DataIQ Members: https://lnkd.in/eht4Ub4i Are you a CDO looking to unlock your team's full potential? DataIQ membership connects you to a global network of #CDOs, #CAOs and other #data and #AI leaders, equipping you and your team with the essential connections, knowledge and expertise to make better decisions and build better businesses. Get in touch and see if you qualify for membership: https://lnkd.in/epVwfJMQ

We're excited to unveil the distinguished judges for the 2025 Data & AI Awards!   Our judging panel is made up of the brightest minds in the #data and #AI industry, and they will be evaluating the incredible achievements of companies and individuals who have submitted entries showcasing their significant impact in the field over the past 12 months.   Meet our esteemed judging panel: ▪️ Manish Agarwal, Vice President, Data and Analytics, Skechers ▪️ Ashok Chennuru, VP, Global Chief Data, Elevance Health ▪️ Naras Eechambadi, Chief Global Data Officer, Universal Music Group ▪️ Meaghan Ferrigno, Senior VP, CFO and CDAO, Destination Canada ▪️ Aravind Jagannathan, VP, Chief Data Officer, Freddie Mac ▪️ Tifani McCann, Vice President, Data and Analytics, Otsuka ▪️ Bhagyesh Phanse, VP, Data Science and Analytics, Starbucks  ▪️ Niresh Rajah, Group Chief Data Officer, DLA Piper ▪️ Harveer Singh, Chief Data Officer, Truist ▪️ Avinash Tripathi, Vice President of Analytics, University of Phoenix ▪️ Michael Vaughan, Chief Data Officer, Brown & Brown Insurance ➡️ View the judges: https://lnkd.in/ezq92Hd7 Submit your entry now to showcase your work and be considered for one of the most prestigious awards in data and AI—judged by this incredible panel of industry leaders. Entry deadline: 10 January 2025, 23:59 EST 👉 Enter now: https://lnkd.in/eRiBs2bG Are you interested in joining this distinguished panel of experts? If so, please feel free to reach out! Email us at marketing@dataiq.global for more information.

In our latest eBook "𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫" developed in partnership with Blend, we asked leaders in the #DataIQ100 USA this question: What are the key challenges to your data function that you are facing as its leader? Here's a glimpse of what they revealed: 🔊 “Remaining grounded in what we need to do and not focusing exclusively on what we want to do.” Wendy Batchelder, formerly Chief Data Officer, Salesforce 🔊 “We take a business focused lens to everything we do, recognizing that applying new data and analytics techniques is much more of a change management exercise.” Zoher Karu, Vice President, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Blue Shield of California 🔊 "Focus on educating the organization on the tremendous impact of data.” Xingchu Liu, Ph.D., Chief Commercial Analytics Officer, Pfizer 🔊 “Ensure data quality, and data access does not get in the way of data products.” Lalit Thakur, Chief Data and Analytics Officer, Nissan Motors 👉 Download the eBook to have a full understanding of the challenges they confront: https://lnkd.in/ghCBgWXx Looking for industry-wide recognition in 2025? Submit your free DataIQ 100 nomination here: https://lnkd.in/eaZfCa9r

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗜? The 2025 #DataIQ100 is your opportunity to gain recognition as one of the most influential leaders in the industry! 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲? 🏆 Industry Recognition: A place on the list highlights your expertise and influence. 🤝 Networking: Connect with other top professionals across data and AI. 🚀 Career Elevation: Gain visibility and open doors to exciting opportunities. 💬 “It is a real honour to make the DataIQ 100, particularly given the cross-industry, global reach. It is such a talented line-up year after year, so joining the ranks is a stamp of prestige and credibility in the world of data.” - 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗔𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗮 Nominations close next Friday, 29 November - don’t miss out! Submit your free entry or nominate a deserving colleague today. 👉 https://lnkd.in/d5csztWQ

🌍 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆: 𝗨𝗦 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗞 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 In an increasingly connected world, understanding how different markets approach data-driven strategies is key to staying competitive. At the 2024 #DataIQ100 Summit in London, Randy Bean and David Reed explored how data-driven decision-making differs between the US and UK markets, focusing on the evolving roles and challenges in #data and #AI #leadership, covering the current landscape, future expectations, and the growing influence of AI. 📊 Key Takeaways: ▪️ The US tends to adopt a more aggressive stance on innovation and investment, prioritising speed and scale while the UK takes a more cautious approach, focusing on precision, compliance, and regulatory alignment. ▪️ US organisations view AI as a #transformative tool - adoption tends to focus on #innovation and long-term industry disruption. In the UK AI is often adopted cautiously, with a focus on incremental improvements like process efficiency and cost reduction rather than large-scale business transformation. ▪️ Both regions share a common goal: embedding AI responsibly to drive value and build trust. 🔗 Whether you're steering a startup or a large, global organisation, this article sheds light on actionable ways to adapt your data strategy to win in diverse markets. Read more: https://lnkd.in/erP6KYGU

Our recent DataIQ meetup brought together data leaders to explore the art of sharing data success stories. We heard from industry experts like Diane Berry, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Phoenix Group, and Kate Jones, Head of Data Product and Strategy at Coventry Building Society on how to: ➡️ Elevate your team's impact: Showcase the value of data-driven initiatives. ➡️ Secure future investment: Demonstrate the ROI of data projects. ➡️ Inspire your team: Foster a culture of innovation and achievement. Want to learn more? As a DataIQ member, you can access the detailed post-event write-up here: https://lnkd.in/e4gz6Msf Become a DataIQ member to unlock exclusive insights, networking opportunities, and industry-leading events. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/ea3kpAfv

AI adoption and change preparation AI adoption is a gradual process, and the DataIQ community are preparing for this new era of data. At the 2024 Summer Conference, DataIQ partner WNS Analytics led roundtable discussions where data leaders shared insights on how organizations are preparing for #AI transformation. Key factors for successful AI adoption to drive business outcomes include: ◾ Identification, adoption, and prioritization of AI use cases ◾ Stakeholder involvement ◾ AI governance and regulation ◾ Training to utilize new AI Data teams and their leaders are the ones that need to lay the groundwork for successful AI adoption and company-wide change. Success will be found through communication, clarity, and consistency, regardless of the stage of maturity of the organization. With a methodical approach, #data leaders can improve the wider data literacy and culture of their business alongside the adoption of AI. 📑 Read the full article for an in-depth look at the essential factors for successful AI adoption: https://lnkd.in/exNw9M3m

Looking to level up your data strategy in 2025? British Airways, a global aviation leader, has been leveraging the power of DataIQ's membership to connect with a worldwide network of CDOs and AI experts. This global community equips them with the essential connections, knowledge, and expertise to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving data landscape. Here's what Sarah Barr Miller, Director of Data Automation at British Airways, has to say about their membership experience: "It has step-changed some of our training as we have sent a number of different members of our community onto different training courses. We joined last year but we are already trying to maximise the value we get from it - we love being members of DataIQ" Ready to join British Airways and other leading organisations in shaping the future of data culture? View the organisations that are already members: https://lnkd.in/euZFtZDx Get in touch and see if you qualify for membership: https://lnkd.in/e8kMrjVj

✨ DataIQ has chosen Ash Dhupar, Chief Data Officer, Analog Devices Inc, to be in the 2024 edition of the #DataIQ100 USA. Unveiled in May, in partnership with Blend, the DataIQ 100 is the only fully-curated list of the most influential people in #data and #analytics ✨ "I pride myself on an impeccable reputation as a technology thought leader and seasoned expert. I have demonstrated commendable expertise in the utilization of data and analytics to transform financial performance, customer experience, operational efficiency, and products and services. My prior roles include being the CEO and Chief Data and Analytics Officer at The Incredible Minds. I have also led data transformations across the retail, media, and entertainment industries." 🔎 Explore Ash's impressive journey to success here: https://lnkd.in/e9Dc5z_g Looking for industry-wide recognition in 2025? Submit your free DataIQ 100 nomination here: https://lnkd.in/eaZfCa9r

🏆 Gain Industry Recognition – Enter the 2025 Data & AI Awards! Are you or your team pushing boundaries in #data and #AI? The 2025 Data & AI Awards is your chance to gain prestigious industry recognition for your accomplishments and impactful work! Why Enter? 🔹 Industry-wide recognition: Winning or being shortlisted for the Data & AI Awards boosts your credibility and visibility as a leader in the field. 🔹 Celebrate your team: Reward your team’s hard work and inspire continued success. 🔹 Boost your visibility: Gain invaluable media exposure that highlights your achievements and showcases your profile to a wide audience. 🔹 Build brand trust: Align your brand with ethical and innovative practices in data and AI. 🔹 Showcase your impact: Highlight your groundbreaking solutions and initiatives, and be seen as a thought leader. There’s no limit to the number of entries you can submit, so don’t hesitate to put forward all the work that deserves recognition. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your achievements and be celebrated by the industry. Submit your entry here: https://lnkd.in/eRiBs2bG Interested in partnership opportunities? Contact: susan.feig@dataiq.global