Lights On Data Show

Join George Firican in this insightful episode of the Lights On Data Show as he interviews Matthew Le Merle, Silicon Valley investor and co-founder of Fifth Era Partners. They discuss how blockchain technology is revolutionizing banking, payments, and asset management. La Merrill shares his perspective on blockchain's ability to enhance speed, transparency, and cost-efficiency in financial transactions, and the inherent challenges ...

In this episode of the Lights On Data Show, host George Firican and guest Scott Eganhouse, Salesforce Address Data Evangelist, discuss the critical role of National Change of Address (NCOA) in data governance, compliance, and AI readiness. They delve into how NCOA updates can significantly improve CRM accuracy, reduce costs from return mail, and enhance trust and analytics. Scott also shares insights on the common misconceptions ab...

In this episode of the Lights On Data Show, host George welcomes Josie Haines, an Emmy-winning technical leader famous for her contributions at Apple. They discuss the complex issues of career burnout, imposter syndrome, and the critical need for tech professionals to redefine their roles in the face of AI advancements. Josie shares personal experiences from her career, including her transition from Apple to Tile, and offers insigh...

As organizations deploy AI, how should master data management and data governance programs evolve, or be reinvented, to stay relevant?Join George Firican and Bruno Billy, President of APGAR North America, and Ken Brown, Head of Customer Success as they will explore how MDM and Data Governance are being redefined for a world shaped by machine learning, generative models, and data products. Drawing on APGAR’s experience helping...

In this episode of The Lights On Data Show, George Firican speaks with Vinay Samuel, CEO and Founder of Zetaris, about how organizations can build AI systems that are cost-efficient, sovereign, and trusted.They explore what it really means to own your AI: from keeping intellectual property and data within your control, to reducing cloud and lakehouse costs by up to 40% using Zetaris’ Query Director.You’ll also learn how...

Join George Firican as he discusses with Emily Chase Coleman, CEO of HAI Analytics, about the convergence of EdTech and AI in transforming higher education. Learn how predictive modeling and AI are enhancing recruitment and retention strategies, identifying at-risk students, and optimizing financial aid packages. Discover the importance of human oversight in using AI models to make recruitment and retention in higher education more...

In this episode of the Lights On Data Show, George Firican interviews Ollie Hughes, CEO and co-founder of Count, to explore the challenge every data team faces: showing real Return on Investment (ROI). Ollie shares a clear framework built on four principles that help data teams break free from the 'service trap' and make a measurable business impact. Get ready to dive into strategies for driving operational clarity, problem-solving...

Join host George Firican on the Lights On Data Show as he interviews John Kucera, Senior Vice President of Salesforce AI, to explore the transformative power of Agentforce. Learn how this technology is reshaping enterprise AI by automating digital labor, offering powerful new capabilities like observability and interoperability, and seamlessly integrating with the broader Salesforce ecosystem. Discover real-world success stories, b...

In this episode of the Lights On Data Show, host George Firican discusses effective KPI management with veteran tech entrepreneur and product leader Lior Gerson, co-founder and CEO of Target Board. Lior shares his insights on overcoming common data challenges facing executives, the importance of a cohesive data strategy, and how Target Board simplifies KPI tracking and improves operational efficiency. Drawing from his experiences a...

In this episode of the Lights On Data Show, host George Firican discusses the rapidly evolving landscape of data management with Kamal Hathi, Senior Vice President and GM at Splunk, a Cisco company.

They explore the challenges organizations face as they scale and adopt AI, emphasizing the importance of digital resilience, security, and observability. Kamal shares insights from Splunk's latest report, 'The New Rules of Data Manageme...

In this episode of the Lights on Data Show, host George Firican dives deep into the evolving world of data observability with guest Salma Bakouk, co-founder and CEO of Sifflet. They explore how modern data strategies are shifting, especially with the rapid advancement of AI, and discuss the increasing complexity and demand for intelligent, contextual, and scalable data observability solutions.

Salma provides insights into the innov...

George Firican interviews Dr. Chris Kulp, Professor of Physics specializing in non-linear dynamics and machine learning. The discussion delves into how machine learning is revolutionizing both natural and social sciences by identifying patterns in massive data sets that humans might overlook.

Dr. Kulp also shares his insights on applying mathematical analysis to social systems, the challenges and benefits of AI in complex systems l...

In this episode of the Lights On Data Show, host George Firican discusses AI compliance and risk management with Santosh Kaveti, the founder and CEO of ProArch. As AI technology advances rapidly, Santosh shares valuable insights on securing and operationalizing AI in organizations, understanding data and model risks, and integrating AI securely within regulated industries like healthcare and power generation. Learn about the import...

Join George Firican as he hosts Cory O'Daniel, CEO and co-founder of Massdriver, in an engaging episode of the Lights On Data Show. They delve into the complexities of cloud operations, DevOps, and infrastructure management. Cory discusses his controversial article 'DevOps is Bull(bleep)' and shares insights on why traditional DevOps practices are failing modern businesses. They explore the evolving landscape of infrastructure mana...

In this episode of the Light On Data Show, host George Firican dives into the critical yet often overlooked aspect of data management: data lineage. Special guest Caitlyn Truong, co-founder and CEO of Zengines, shares her expertise from over 20 years in financial services, telecommunications, and energy. Caitlyn discusses the importance of data lineage for operational efficiency and regulatory compliance, offering best practices an...

In this episode of the Lights On Data Show, host George welcomes back Dimitri Visnadi, a successful freelance data scientist. Dimitri shares his journey into freelancing, emphasizing the mindset shifts and practical steps necessary to build a sustainable freelancing business in the data science field.

The discussion covers Dimitri's strategies for finding clients, the impact of AI tools on freelance work, and the innovative subscri...

In this episode of the Lights On Data Show, host George Firican explores the innovative integration of AI, creativity, and immersive experiences with guest Geoff Thatcher, Executive Creative Director for the Game On AI experience at the College Football Hall of Fame. Geoff discusses how AI is transforming visitor engagement by personalizing and enhancing museum and exhibition experiences. They delve into the intricate process of in...

Join George Firican in the latest episode of the Lights on Data show as he interviews Dr. Joan Bajorek, an AI expert who has navigated two AI layoffs and built 22 income streams while closing six and seven-figure contracts. Learn actionable insights from her new book, 'Your AI Roadmap,' (https://yourairoadmap.com/) which offers strategies to future-proof your career in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Dr. Joan discusses the impor...