On episode 17 of Data & Impact, we dive into data integration automation with Tim Kühn, Solutions Architect at Keboola.  Learn how Keboola tackles the challenges of managing complex data pipelines from various sources. Discover how Keboola's low-code/no-code approach, pre-built connectors, and automation features can streamline your ETL processes, ensure data quality, and empower you to generate valuable business insights. Tim also discusses Keboola's competitive advantages and how it...

In episode 16, we dive into the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare. We welcome back Columbus's own Andi Hila, VP of Product at Genome Medical, to discuss the current state of AI adoption, its impact on diagnostics, drug discovery, and patient care. We explore the challenges, like data privacy and regulations, and delve into how AI can empower patients through telehealth and personalized care models. We'll also discuss the ethical considerations of using patient...

In episode 15, we're diving headfirst into the ever-evolving world of AI, and this time, we're bringing in an expert to guide the way.   Buckle up as we welcome Nick Woo, Head of Customer Experience and Growth at AlignAI, to the Data & Impact stage. Nick's background is a fascinating blend of industrial and systems engineering with a touch of psychology, making him a true champion of bridging the gap between data and human impact. From his experience at Boeing to leading product and...

Get ready for an inspiring conversation on data, leadership, and the future of work! Episode 14 of Data & Impact features a remarkable guest: Mike Alvarez, former healthcare VP of Machine Learning and Enterprise Architecture at a Fortune 20 healthcare company, now revolutionizing the world as a project management automation software founder and CTO.   Dive deep with us as we explore:   The pivotal shift from hands-on data work to leading a data-driven organization. What are the...

In episode 13 of Data & Impact, Zack Pike brings the heat about the journey from corporate data leadership to running a retail-focused data consulting company. We dive into Zack's career journey, his natural and unique transition from corporate leadership to running his own consulting firm and the importance of ultimately establishing a niche.   Zack's data consultancy, Magnetic Data Science, focuses on the omnichannel selling environment and covers every area of data from extraction...

On episode 12 of Data & Impact, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Rehgan Avon, CEO of AlignAI and Co-Founder of Women in Analytics, to discuss organizations investing in their data talent.  Diving into Rehgan’s background, we learn how she developed her passion for analytics during the rise of big data analytics. Christian begs the question about the advantages of being a STEM major in the data science space versus someone who may have studied business administration or another...

In Data & Impact episode 11, Martin Fiser, Head of Professional Services at Keboola, joins us to dive into the platform as a premiere all-in-one data engineering platform and its role in data management, data governance and reverse ETL. Data & Impact is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Pandora Radio & iHeart Radio Follow Martin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fisermartin/ Follow Keboola on LinkedIn:...

We are honored to welcome Megan Lieu onto Data & Impact for episode 10! As an Insights Data Scientist at Narrator.ai, a top LinkedIn Data Content Creator and trending woman in data, we are honored to have Megan on the show. We delve into Megan’s academic background and journey from her career beginnings in finance to her impressive transition into data science & analytics!   This episode covers topics such as breaking into the field with limited analytics experience Upskilling in...

Join our conversation with Dustin Schimek, Data Science & Analytics Thought-Leader, Founder of Data Ideas and former Director of Analytics.  We dive into the beginnings of Dustin's data career as an analyst and his transition to data leadership. Focusing on his technical and management skills, leadership and how he has successfully driven data initiatives in sales and operations departments.  Leveraging his background in data leadership, he recently founded Data Ideas. Data Ideas shows...

Join us as we dive into the world of marketing analytics, social media and data visualization as a marketer! Brad is the co-founder of WRK Marketing and a veteran digital marketing consultant managing 7+ figures of annual spend on Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Google.  A few things we cover are Brad's marketing analytics toolstack, calculating customer attribution, e-commerce metrics and his process for storytelling insights to clients!  Follow Brad on LinkedIn:...

Join Christian as he discusses his four worst Looker development and user practices he's seen throughout the course of his career in BI and data engineering.  Looker is a business intelligence tool owned by Google Cloud Platform.  Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Pandora Radio and iHeart Radio  

Join Christian as he chats about his SnowPro Core Certification journey of failures and lessons learned while also providing an update to the Data & Impact Community! 

Harpreet Sahota is a philosopher, data scientist and the host of The Artists of Data Science podcast. Join us as we dive into Harpreet's journey to becoming a data scientist, a multitude of operational topics in data science, and his side hustles in data mentoring and podcasting and personal development. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Pandora Radio, & iHeart Radio

In Data & Impact episode four, we dive into data leadership and maximizing impact with Heath Rittler, Vice President of Analytics at Updox and start-up cofounder in the healthcare industry. Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Pandora Radio & iHeart Radio Follow Heath on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathrittler/

Kim Herrington is a Data Journalist, Creator of #BuffaloBusinessIntelligence & #WNYWifiWarriors and expert data communicator. She has extensive experience translating data for use in business execution through storytelling and data visualization. Kim currently holds the world-wide title of "2020 Data Literacy Advocate of the Year" and has also been recognized as one of 20 Emerging Influencers in 2020 for Big Data, Data Science, & Analytics.

Andi Hila is the Vice President of Product at a cutting-edge genetics telehealth start-up called GeneMatters. Andi has extensive product management leadership experience, bringing tier 1 data engineering & BI processes and telehealth products to scale at start-ups & healthcare software companies Explorys, IBM Watson, and Updox. He is a Columbus Comspark 30 Under 30 winner and alumnus of The Ohio State University. 

The first episode of Data & Impact, a Passion2Knowledge Experience features Kurtis Pykes! Kurtis is a self-taught ML engineer & data scientist with a strong interest in freelance data analytics and blogging. Kurtis has been awarded a top contributor on Towards Data Science on Medium with publications succeeding 100,000 readers per month.  Join us as we dive into his background and discuss freelance data science, ML, data engineering vs. data science and much more!

Join us on the final episode of Passion2Knowledge - The Performance Motivation Experience as we sit down with Jake Akin, talent mobility & outplacement expert. The conversation highlights how Jake strategically aligned his network during college to set him up for fast career trajectory living in Silicon Valley.

Hey P2K Community! A very exciting and short announcement that after mid-May's final P2K episode, the show/RSS feed will be changing to Data & Impact - A Passion2Knowledge Experience. Christian dives in and explains why the change! 

P2K - The Performance Motivation Experience - In episode 47, Payne White tells his background and how his twists and turn led to an unrivaled passion for hair & style. Not only do we dive into his failures and learning moments, but how he has channeled his energy and focus in a COVID world to perform full-time entrepreneurship in his niche craft of men's hair styling (using Instagram). Furthermore, learn about Payne's influences that have tailored his unique brand experience for men's...

Nicholas Lowthorpe is a data visualization & communication expert with extensive experience in engineering & data science while holding advanced degrees in astrophysics, mechanical & systems engineering, and analytics. Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Pandora Radio, & iHeart Radio

P2K - The Performance Motivation Experience - In episode 45, alternative punk rock band Diet Lite returns for an episode tackling their musical evolution and experiences since joining P2K in January 2019. Feel the energy as we dive into their band’s process during the pandemic, best memories thus far, and their enhanced band chemistry as they’ve gone deeper into music writing & performing. P2K is Available On Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, Pandora Radio & iHeart...

P2K - The Performance Motivation Experience - In episode 44, Zak is back to discuss his Air Force Academy training and the idea of approaching life goals one check box at a time. Furthermore, we discuss the importance of teamwork & collaboration. Combining all of these elements, this episode dives deep into a Medal of Honor winner's insights on these points and how building a foundation before execution is critical. Feel the energy, P2K Community!

P2K - The Performance Motivation Experience - In episode 43, David Blakely, custom clothier at Vincent & West, joins us to discuss his passion for men’s luxury fashion, relationship selling, digital marketing, and Vincent & West’s brand mission for product differentiation.  Available On Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Pandora Radio & iHeart Radio #FeelTheEnergy