Meet Ada Smith: Transitioning from Marketing to Data Governance

Have you ever been thrust into a completely new role and felt like a fish out of water? That’s exactly where Ada, our young professional, finds herself.

Many professionals, like Ada, find themselves transitioning into data roles without prior experience. After two years in a marketing role, Ada has been reassigned to her bank’s data governance team—an area she knows nothing about. Over the next year, she’ll figure out the complexities of data management, learn the ropes of governance, and uncover the value of good data practices.

Welcome to A Day in the Life of Ada: Navigating Data Governance, a series that follows Ada’s journey from a curious newcomer to a confident data governance professional.

Professionals with strong data management skills are in high demand, yet, many organizations struggle with building a culture of data governance and developing talent in this critical area. Ada’s story mirrors the experiences of countless professionals who are transitioning into data roles, often without a clear roadmap. This series will serve as both a guide and a source of inspiration for anyone starting their journey in data governance and management.

Whether you are a beginner, a career changer, or just curious about what data governance is all about, A Day in the Life of Ada will provide valuable lessons, relatable moments, and insights to help you thrive.

Follow along as Ada learns the ins and outs of data governance and discovers how this seemingly technical field holds the power to transform businesses—and careers.

Let’s start this journey together! Stay tuned for the first episode: A Day of Goodbyes and New Beginnings.