The Data Strategist

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?? In the News

Gartner Survey Finds One-Third of CDAOs Cite Measuring Data, Analytics and AI Impact as Top Challenge

Source:?Gartner

Thirty percent of chief data and analytics officers (CDAOs) said their top challenge is the inability to measure data, analytics and AI impact on business outcomes, according to a new Gartner, Inc. survey.

Tencent Unveils Hunyuan Turbo S, an AI Model Faster Than DeepSeek R1

Source:?Analytics Insight

Tencent, a Chinese tech behemoth, has shown a new AI model and claims that it can answer questions more quickly than DeepSeek's highly regarded R1. This underscores the mounting pressure on big rivals as the firm achieves both domestic and international success.

How Moody's Gen AI Tool Cuts Financial Analysis Time by 30%

Source:?FinTech Magazine

Credit ratings provider Moody's reports its artificial intelligence (AI) platform is driving efficiency gains across financial services firms, with users processing up to 60% more research while reducing task completion times by 30%.

AI: Key Stats You Need to Know in 2025

Source:?Tech Informed

The global AI market is set to boom in 2025. James Pearce breaks down all the key stats businesses need to know about the AI opportunity this year.

?? Executive Moves

Bank of Utah Announces Executive Team Leadership Appointments

Source:?Utah Business

Bank of Utah announces key executive leadership appointments: Lacey Sansavera has been promoted to executive vice president, chief banking officer and Justin Nalder has been hired as executive vice president, chief strategy & innovation officer.

Independent Bank Corp. and Rockland Trust Company Expands Board of Directors with Three Accomplished Leaders

Source:??Stock Titan

Independent Bank Corp. (INDB) has announced the appointment of three new directors to its Board, effective April 1, 2025.

First Commerce Bancorp Announces Additions to its Board and Management

Source:?Equipment Finance

First Commerce Bank announced the addition of several individuals to the Bank’s Board of Directors and Management Team. The Bank has added two new members to its Board of Directors: Aaron Bookman and Stanley Koreyva.

?? What's Trending

Key Success Factors in Any Data and Analytics Strategy

Source:?Gartner (LinkedIn)

To achieve outcomes such as improved decision making or increased revenue, data and analytics leaders must focus from the outset on business value. A strategy framework is key.

CDO Roadmap 2025: Is Your Data AI-Ready?

Source:?CDO Magazine (LinkedIn)

CDO Magazine, in partnership with EY, surveyed 100+ data leaders to uncover the real state of AI preparedness.

AI and Algorithmic Pricing: 2025 Antitrust Outlook and Compliance Considerations

Source:?JD Supra (LinkedIn)

While algorithmic pricing has been used in many industries for decades, the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has led antitrust enforcers—including federal agencies and state attorneys general.

?? Career Opportunities

Chief Data & Analytics Officer

Source:??LinkedIn

This role involves establishing, leading and operating the D&A function; developing talent and mature D&A culture; building trust and managing data; and evolving technology capabilities.

Director Advanced Data Analytics

Source:??LinkedIn

Act as a broker of capabilities, helping customers strategize, build, and implement advanced analytics solutions aligned with their business goals.

AVP Business Solutions, Data Transformation

Source:?LinkedIn

Responsible for the strategic direction and day to day implementation of our Data Design Authority (DDA) here at LPL.?

Director, Financial Data Analytics

Source:?LinkedIn

Lead teams to analyze large amounts of structured and unstructured data using database querying and analytical tools such as complex liability cash flow (securitization) modeling, company ROA models, allowance/reserves analytics, tax modeling and ad-hoc financial reporting.

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