CDO Matters Podcast
How can today’s Chief Data Officers help their organizations become more data-driven? Join former Gartner analyst Malcolm Hawker as he interviews on thought leaders on data fabrics, blockchain and more — and learns why they matter to today’s CDOs. If you want to dig deep into the CDO Matters that are top-of-mind for today’s Chief Data Officers, this show is for you.
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In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm Hawker lays out his most candid and contrarian predictions for where data, analytics, and AI are really headed in 2026—cutting through the hype to focus on what will actually matter for data leaders.
From the evolution (and fragmentation) of the CDO role to hard truths about AI readiness, governance, and operating models, this episode challenges conventio...
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The data world loves trends — but most of them don’t survive contact with reality. In this annual Top Ten Trends episode, Malcolm Hawker reflects on the year that was, exposing where data leaders made real progress and where they kept repeating the same mistakes. Expect honesty, uncomfortable truths, and a few sacred cows put out to pasture.
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In this episode, Malcolm sits down with Jeremi Karnell of InvestNet to explore how the company is transforming six trillion dollars of “digital exhaust” into powerful decision-intelligence capabilities for financial advisors.
Jeremi explains how predictive models, knowledge graphs, and generative AI are reshaping advisor workflows, driving measurable revenue lift, and redefining what modern data produc...
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In this episode, Malcolm Hawker sits down with Jonathan Ong, Data Director for Mecklenburg County Public Health, to unpack how a small, resource-constrained team built a thriving data governance program from the ground up.
They explore the practical realities of securing executive buy-in, building data literacy, and shifting governance from a compliance exercise to a catalyst for better decision-making. Whe...
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In Episode 88 of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker sits down with Rebecca O’Kill, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Axis Capital, for a masterclass in pragmatic data leadership. Together they explore how to evolve a data and analytics operating model for a future defined by AI, adaptability, and relentless business alignment.
Rebecca shares how her team turned skeptics into allies by embedding governance into de...
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Malcolm Hawker and DataGalaxy’s Kash Mehdi dive into the evolution of metadata, data products, and AI governance - exploring why traditional data catalogs are no longer enough. They discuss how context, usability, and human insight are reshaping what it means to manage and trust data in an AI-driven world.
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What happens when a seasoned data leader decides to step out of corporate life and build something entirely new? In this episode, I sit down with Dora Boussias—former Stryker executive, dynamic speaker, and now founder of DoraB Global—to talk about her leap into entrepreneurship, the importance of authenticity, personal reinvention, and what it really takes to carve out your own brand in the data space. If ...
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Everyone is chasing AI, but few are asking the hard questions about what it really takes to make it work.
In this episode, Malcolm sits down with Ron Green, CTO and co-founder of KungFu.AI, to cut through the hype and talk about what’s actually happening inside companies trying to deploy AI at scale. If you think AI is a plug-and-play silver bullet, this conversation may challenge some of your assumptions.
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Malcolm Hawker and Junaid Farooq unpack one of the toughest challenges in data leadership: moving beyond outdated notions of ownership to embrace accountability and results.
Their conversation sheds light on the mindsets and practices that separate struggling programs from transformative ones.
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In this episode of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker sits down with Andreas Blumauer to explore how knowledge graphs are transforming enterprise data strategies.
They discuss why semantics and domain models are critical for making data truly AI-ready, and how CDOs can use these tools to bridge the gap between data governance and AI innovation. If you’re leading data initiatives and want to understand the future o...
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In this episode of CDO Matters, host Malcolm Hawker sits down with Jonathan Reeve, Chief Product Officer at BetaNXT, to explore the evolving partnership between Chief Product Officers and Chief Data Officers. Their conversation dives into how data can serve as a strategic product, the importance of post-launch customer feedback, and the shift from using AI for individual productivity to driving process effi...
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In this episode of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker sits down with Raju Mudunuri, Director of Data at Lexmark, to discuss real-world strategies for operationalizing Master Data Management (MDM).
They explore the challenges of stakeholder alignment, platform modernization, and connecting MDM to tangible business outcomes. Whether you're launching your first MDM initiative or scaling one globally, Raju offers groun...
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In this episode of CDO Matters, host Malcolm Hawker talks with Barr Moses, CEO of Monte Carlo, to break down what data observability really means and why it matters. They explore how leading organizations are using it to catch data issues early, drive trust, and scale reliability— plus where the space is headed next.
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In this episode, Malcolm welcomes Mark Stouse back to unpack the Delaware court ruling that's sending shockwaves through boardrooms. They cut through the BS on what fiduciary duty now means for data leaders, why ROI theater won’t cut it anymore, and how CDOs must evolve their approach to value or risk becoming irrelevant.
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In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm Hawker welcomes Jane Urban, the CDAO of Improzo, for a deep dive into the transformative role of data and AI in healthcare.
From predicting patient outcomes to improving care delivery, Jane shares practical insights drawn from her extensive experience. Whether you're in healthcare, pharma, or life sciences, this conversation highlights how data can drive re...
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In this episode CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker speaks with Gavin Hupp, VP of Technology at United Parks and Resorts, about the balance between long-term planning and short-term adaptability.
Gavin shares how data and AI are used to anticipate guest needs, optimize experiences, and stay resilient amid disruptions like economic shifts and demographic changes.
The conversation also touches on the evolving role of ...
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In Episode 76 of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker dives into the timely intersection of data and tariffs, exploring how organizations can navigate shifting global trade dynamics with smarter data strategies. With global tensions rising, this conversation is more relevant than ever.
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Enterprise data isn’t just about governance anymore — it’s about growth, agility, and survival.
Malcolm Hawker and Apurva Wadodkar of Autodesk dive into what it takes to build a data function that keeps pace with change, sharing hard-won lessons and forward-looking strategies along the way.
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The expanding data landscape is increasingly complex, making the role of the Data Architect more critical than ever before. On this week’s episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Pete Cooney, the Lead Enterprise Architect with Jackson, shares his wealth of experience on how CDOs can leverage their data architecture to drive maximum value for their organizations.
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“We are all librarians” is a quote from this week’s guest on the CDO Matters Podcast, Jessica Talisman, the Senior Information Architect at Adobe. In this episode, Malcolm and Jessica go deep on the topic of why Knowledge Management – including many of the concepts practiced for centuries by librarians – is increasingly becoming a ‘must have’ skill in modern data organizations.
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