Curate Insights

Today, we take a moment to recognize and honor the courage, sacrifice, and dedication of our veterans. At Curate Insights, we are grateful for the men and women who have served our country and defended the freedoms we enjoy every day. To all those who have worn the uniform, we thank you for your commitment, bravery, and service. Your skills, leadership, and values have made a lasting impact far beyond the battlefield. We are proud to support our veteran community and strive to embody the resilience and strength they exemplify. Happy Veterans Day from all of us at Curate Insights! #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #ServiceAndSacrifice

Curate Insights was honored to be selected to participate in an impactful Data Conference last week at one of our Top 20 Banking clients. ?? Our data and analytic product factory model and tangible solution accelerators were a big area of interest for those in attendance, as was our “Blue Lobster Jellybean Challenge Contest” where one lucky Bank employee guessed the exact amount in the jar.?Well done!!!? #bluelobsterdataproducts #2to5xacceleration #datapulseconference

We found another #BlueLobster! Welcome Christopher Adams- we know you are going to do great things!

? Employee Spotlight ? Meet Shannon Nations Spaulding, CIMP, CDS, CSM, a valued member of our Curate Insights team. Shannon's passion for the industry and her insightful perspective on success make her a standout professional! ?? What is your favorite aspect of the data and analytics consulting industry? "I love the exposure to different solutions each client brings. There are so many ways to view data and analytics; it's like gaining a more well-rounded view from traveling the world." ?? What is your definition of success? "Success to me is looking back and saying 'Yes' to these four questions": 1.) Did I make good decisions based on the information that I had? 2.) Did I add more positivity to the world in my wake? 3.) Did I protect and empower the people around me to assist them in becoming the best versions of themselves? 4.) Did I/we find joy? ??♀? Which Olympic sport is your favorite and why? "I'm a sucker for women's gymnastics. The ambition, tenacity, and desire to break the limits inspire me every time. Others told them that it had never been done before, and their response is, 'Watch me!'" Shannon's dedication to making a positive impact and her drive to empower those around her are qualities we deeply admire. We are proud to have her on our team! ?? #EmployeeSpotlight #DataAnalytics #BlueLobsterTeam

?? Wellness Wednesday! ?? At Curate Insights, we believe that achieving balance is key to personal and professional success. This week, we’re highlighting how Rachel Carpenter, one of our outstanding team members, masterfully manages client expectations while keeping her work and personal life in harmony ?. ? Balancing Client and Internal Expectations: “When it comes to balancing client and internal expectations, communication and transparency are key. The best relationships I have had over my career with clients and with my peers are when all parties can agree that knowing where they stand (the good, bad, and ugly) creates a much more open and productive result. When expectations are clear, and both sides agree that communication will be open, the product is a beautiful thing!” ??♀? Work-Life Balance: “For me, to have a balanced work and personal life, I believe it is important not to define "who you are" as your job/your work. I don't want that to be confused with not having pride in your work and or upholding a strong work ethic, those are both a very big part of my experience and the standard I hold for myself. However, who "Rachel" is outside the construct of my work was something I didn't do well to define until very recently. Finding your passions and things that bring you purpose that fulfill you outside the "9-5" is so important in keeping balance and respect for both Work and Personal to coexist.?This might seem obvious, but I have found that starting my day with a healthy, protein-filled meal gives me sustaining energy that keeps me going with less of a "crash" in the afternoon. I also prioritize a slower morning routine. Starting your day in rush will directly reflect how you produce that day, how you approach problem resolution, and how you feel at the end of your workday.” Rachel Carpenter's approach reminds us of all of the importance of clear communication, setting expectations, and nurturing our well-being outside of work. Here's to creating a more balanced and fulfilling life! ?? ?

?? Employee Spotlight ?? Meet Brian Chang, a pivotal member of our Curate Insights Team! ?? Q: What is your favorite aspect of the data and analytics consulting industry? A: "At Curate Insights, we witness an incredible amount of diversity across our clients: where they are in their data journey, what parts of a data organization they want to upscale, what advanced analytic use cases to target. Data-focused organizations are also comprised of talented and diverse teams of engineers, analysts, and business leaders. It's a privilege to work across such a wide range of clients and challenges to foster a data product mindset, whether it's a foundational data infrastructure or sophisticated data models." Q: What is your definition of success? ?? A: "Success is building long-term partnerships with my clients and my teammates." Q: Which Olympic Sport is your favorite and why? A: "Basketball is my favorite sport to watch in any context???. I love how analytics have transformed the way the sport is played. From the ability to analyze player performance to countering plays with mid-game strategies." Brian Chang's enthusiasm for data and analytics shines through in his work, making him an invaluable asset to our team. His commitment to fostering strong relationships and his keen interest in leveraging analytics in sports reflect his dedication and innovation mindset. Stay tuned for more spotlights on the incredible people who make Curate Insights thrive! #BlueLobster #CurateInsights #EmployeeSpotlight

We could not be happier to welcome Bill Walrond to Curate Insights! His leadership and industry expertise are invaluable, and we are beyond excited to have him on our team. Looking forward to all the great things ahead!

?? Olympic Data Analytics: What's the Elite Way to Rank Medal Leaders? ?? The Olympics bring together the world's best athletes creating a thrilling competition that motivates us all. As the world tunes in to the Olympics, we at Curate Insights are fascinated by the multitude of ways data can be analyzed. When it comes to ranking the leaders, there are different approaches that can be taken: Approach 1- Counting every medal regardless of its color. Approach 2- Prioritizing gold medals as the highest achievement. We want to hear from you! ?? How would you rank the Olympic leaders? 1: By Total Medals ?? ?? ?? 2: By Total Gold Medals ?? Or is there another elite way to organize Olympic data that you prefer? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! #Olympics2024 #DataAnalytics #CurateInsights #DataDebate

?? Happy National Intern Day! ?? Curate Insights is proud to celebrate our current and past interns. Their fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and unwavering enthusiasm are vital to our success and growth. Our current Summer Intern is Mackenzie Edmonds and she has been integral in several initiatives so far, including Employer Brand Building, Social Media Coordination, Client Event Coordination, and Sales Campaign Coordination. Thanks Kenzie for all of your hard work and dedication! #NationalInternDay #CurateInsights #Internship #FutureLeaders #BlueLobsterExcellence

?? Trivia Tuesday ?? It's time to test your knowledge of Data & Analytics ?? ??! Question: What are data and analytic products designed to do? A.) Ensure AI Governance B.) Provide the best data experience for data consumers to support data-driven business insights C.) Visualize complex datasets D.) Manage regulatory compliance Answer: B.) Provide the best data experience for consumers to support data-driven business insights. Data products are data and analytics assets that seek to provide the best data experience for their data consumers or customers to support data-driven business insights. A data product is published into a catalog or marketplace to ensure its discoverability, usability, data quality rating, and business/analytical value within the organization. Did you get it right? Let us know in the comments ??! #TriviaTuesday #DataAnalytics #DataProducts #CurateInsights