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Sarah Cannon Research Institute Appoints Yazhene Krishnaraj as Chief Information and Digital Officer ??Read more about it here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cMMbH0 Informatica celebrates your achievements and the powerful impact you're making in shaping the future of data. Congratulations on this exciting new chapter! #CDOMagazine

#WebinarAlert ?? CDO Insights 2025: GenAI & Data Investments on the Fast Track New research uncovers how CDOs are accelerating investments in Generative AI (GenAI) and trusted data—despite key challenges. But what are the roadblocks, and how can organizations navigate them? Join an exclusive discussion with top data leaders as they unpack insights from a global survey of 600 CDOs and CDAOs. Key takeaways include: ?? Investment Trends – What competitive advantages are organizations aiming for in 2025? ?? Critical Challenges – What foundational hurdles must be addressed for AI adoption to succeed? ?? Proving Business Value – How can data leaders turn AI pilots into market-ready solutions? ?? Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025 ? Time: 11 AM EST ?? Speakers: ? Maureen Butler VP, Digital Technology Lean and Data Transformation, GE Aerospace ? Ingrid Verschuren, EVP of Data & AI and GM of EMEA, Dow Jones ??? Moderator: Amy McNee, SVP, Global Solution Architecture and Technical GTM, Informatica Secure your spot today! REGISTER NOW! ???? https://hubs.ly/Q03cH2JX0 #CDOInsights #AI #DataLeadership #GenAI #AIAdoption #DigitalTransformation #DataInvestments #AITrends #BusinessValue #CDO #DataStrategy #TechInnovation

??The List Is Out..?? CDO Magazine and Data Society are proud to announce the Top 50 Data Changemakers in the Energy Sector list 2025! ???? These visionary leaders are paving the way for a smarter, greener, and more resilient energy future. From innovative data strategies to leveraging cutting-edge analytics, these pioneers are driving positive change in the energy sector. ?? Congratulations to all those who made the list, and thank you for your continued commitment to revolutionizing the energy industry! ??See the full list here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cHvXv0 #EnergyDataLeaders #CDOMagazine #InnovationInEnergy #Leadership #DataRevolution #SmartEnergy #GreenEnergy

What Does It Take to Be an Impactful Data Leader? Before you dive in, take 30 seconds — jot down your top 5 leadership traits. Then, see how they compare with insights from top data executives. From depth of field to resilience, value creation, and likability, leading data experts — including Maria C Villar, Jennifer L. Mezzio, Glenn Hofmann, and Ram Kumar— share battle-tested perspectives on what makes a truly impactful data leader. ?? Do your insights align with theirs? Read the full article by Shayde Christian, CDAO at Cloudera: https://hubs.ly/Q03cJf7C0 #DataLeadership #CDO #Analytics #AI #Leadership

How are AI scribes reducing administrative burdens on doctors? Dominik Nowak, MD, President at Ontario Medical Association, speaks with Ben Blanquera, VP, Technology and Sustainability at FAIR/Rackspace Technology, in a video interview about leveraging AI applications to tackle the administrative burden on doctors. “We get to focus on the patient care rather than the documentation time and the administrative burden,” states Nowak. He mentions how doctors are affirming that they can be better as doctors and be more responsive to patients because that is what they signed up for. ?? WATCH the interview here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cH3g00 You can also find this episode on our podcast page! ?? LISTEN here - https://hubs.ly/Q03cH2Jz0 #Leadership #ChangeManagement #AIAdoption #GenAI Did you find this post relevant? Like it, share your views with the interviewee, and tag others who can benefit from it in the comments.?????

The Revolution is coming—are you ready to suit up? Disruption is inevitable. The difference between those who struggle and those who thrive? Resilience. At CDO Magazine Leadership Summit Toronto 2025, we’re bringing together the brightest minds in data, analytics, AI, and cybersecurity to share the battle-tested strategies that drive transformation in an unpredictable world. ? Meet the co-chairs leading the charge: Jide Adeoye – Director of Business Intelligence, goeasy Ltd. Carter Cousineau – Vice President, Thomson Reuters Dr Rex Davis – Chief Data Officer, RBC Alena Godin – Chief Data & Analytics Officer, Best Buy Canada Jean-Fran?ois Ross – Director, CN Palash Thakur – VP, Head of Data, Analytics & Fraud, Interac Corp. ?? Limited space, secure your spot today! ?? https://hubs.ly/Q03cDgGy0 ??These leaders aren’t just navigating disruption—they’re owning it. Expect bold insights, real strategies, and straight talk on how to turn challenges into opportunities and push data-driven innovation forward. The Revolution Won't Wait! Will You?

??Meet the Top 50 Data Leaders Transforming Energy? Data is revolutionizing how energy is generated, distributed, and consumed — and the leaders driving this transformation are now in the spotlight. CDO Magazine, in partnership with Data Society, is proud to present the inaugural ??Top 50 Data Changemakers in the Energy Sector, recognizing the innovators shaping the industry’s future. From advancing grid modernization using AI-driven analytics to optimizing renewable energy production and distribution, these changemakers are redefining what’s possible in power and utilities. With honorees spanning utilities, ISOs, national labs, and oil & gas discovery and distribution, this list showcases the game-changers bridging data leadership with real-world energy impact. ???? Who’s leading the charge in data-driven energy innovation? Access the full list and insights here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cBpGc0 #EnergyInnovation #DataLeaders #AI #GridModernization #CDOMagazine

Allied World Appoints Joe Vellaiparambil as VP Data and Analytics ??Read more about it here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cv_B00 Informatica celebrates your achievements and the powerful impact you're making in shaping the future of data. Congratulations on this exciting new chapter! #CDOMagazine

??A Deep Dive into UC’s AI & Data Strategy With 53,000+ students and 12,000+ faculty and staff, the University of Cincinnati operates at the scale of a multinational corporation — demanding cutting-edge technology for efficiency and innovation. At the helm of this transformation is Chief Digital Officer Bharath Prabhakaran, bringing corporate best practices to modernize UC’s technology ecosystem. AI & Data Innovations at UC: ??BearcatGPT – A private, AI-powered chatbot built on OpenAI tech ??Enterprise Data Lake – Unifying siloed data for better insights ??Student-Run Security Operations Center – Hands-on cybersecurity training ??AI Enablement Community of Practice – Driving responsible AI adoption In an exclusive CDO Magazine interview, Prabhakaran discusses UC’s strategy for digital transformation, AI, data governance, and cybersecurity resilience — ensuring the university remains agile and future-ready. ?? Read the full story: https://hubs.ly/Q03cw0pD0 #DigitalTransformation #HigherEdTech #AI #DataAnalytics #Cybersecurity #Leadership

?? How AI Governance Drives Business Buy-In & Strategic Growth AI is transforming decision-making, but how can organizations ensure governance frameworks drive real business value? In this insightful discussion, Anusha Dandapani, Chief Data & AI Services Officer at UNICC, speaks with Informatica's Amy McNee about: ?? The evolving role of CDOs in AI governance ??Aligning AI governance with organizational objectives ?? How AI empowers decision-makers rather than replacing them ??Find key insights here: https://hubs.ly/Q03cv9wQ0 You can also find this episode on our podcast page! ?? LISTEN here - https://hubs.ly/Q03cv7c30 #AI #DataGovernance #AILeadership #CDO #AIForGood #BusinessStrategy Did you find this post relevant? Like it, share your views with the interviewee, and tag others who can benefit from it in the comments.?????