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Welcome to My Career in Data—a new DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we sit down with professionals to discuss how they have built their careers around data and the tips, tricks, and advice they have for those looking to follow in their footsteps.

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July 23, 2026Episode 1243 min

My Career in Data Season 4 Episode 12: Lulit Tesfaye, Joe Hilger, and Zach Wahl, Leaders at Enterprise Knowledge

Welcome back to My Career in Data – a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we sit down with professionals to discuss how they have built their careers around data. In this episode, we speak with Lulit Tesfaye , Partner and VP of Knowledge and Data Services, Joe Hilger , Chief Operating Officer, and Zach Wahl , President and CEO of Enterprise Knowledge . Together, they share their career journeys and discuss how the worlds of data, knowledge management, and artificial intelligence are increasingly converging. Listen as they explore the importance of breaking down silos between data and content teams, the growing role of semantics and context in AI success, and how organizations are leveraging knowledge and data together to drive better outcomes. They also share insights into the future of data careers and why expertise in data, knowledge management, and AI governance is more in demand than ever. Learn more about our guests and their work: Lulit Tesfaye Joe Hilger Zach Wahl Learn more about their book: Bridging Knowledge, Data, and AI: Harnessing the Semantic Layer Framework to Drive Intelligence Learn more about Enterprise Knowledge Never miss an episode – subscribe to the DATAVERSITY weekly newsletter . Interested in being a guest?

July 17, 2026Episode 427 min

Inside Applied Data Governance: Expert Perspectives from the ADGP Program Episode 4: Building Executive Commitment for Data Governance with Jimm Johnson

July 9, 2026Episode 323 min

Inside Applied Data Governance: Expert Perspectives from the ADGP Program Episode 3: Proving Value and Sustaining Momentum with John Ladley

Welcome to Inside Applied Data Governance, a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we explore the practical realities of data governance with the experts who helped build the Applied Data Governance Practitioner (ADGP) certification. In this episode, we speak with John Ladley about proving the value of data governance and sustaining long-term momentum. John shares practical insights on measuring governance success, connecting initiatives to business outcomes, and communicating value in ways that resonate with stakeholders. He also discusses common signs that a governance program may be losing traction, why traditional ROI calculations often miss the bigger picture, and how trust, engagement, and organizational culture contribute to lasting success. Connect with John Ladley on LinkedIn Learn more about the Applied Data Governance Practitioner (ADGP) Certification Buy the ADG BoK Take the Training Schedule Your Exam

July 2, 2026Episode 1146 min

My Career in Data Season 4 Episode 11: Samuel Spencer, CEO and Co-Founder of Aristotle Metadata

Welcome back to an all-new season of My Career in Data – a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we sit down with professionals to discuss how they have built their careers around data. In this episode, we speak with Samuel Spencer , CEO and co-founder of Aristotle Metadata and a recognized leader in data governance and metadata management. Samuel shares his unconventional journey into the world of data, reflecting on how a career that began far outside traditional data roles ultimately led him to building one of the industry's leading metadata platforms. Listen as Samuel discusses the growing importance of metadata in modern organizations, why communication and business context are critical to successful data governance, and how professionals from diverse backgrounds—including healthcare, philosophy, and psychology—can thrive in data careers. He also shares valuable insights on breaking down technical barriers, bringing data conversations into the boardroom, and helping organizations understand the true value of their data assets. Learn more about Samuel and his work: Connect with Samuel Spencer on LinkedIn Aristotle Metadata Interested in strengthening your data governance expertise? Explore DATAVERSITY training and certification opportunities , including the Applied Data Governance Practitioner Program , which Samuel has publicly recommended for data professionals looking to advance their governance skills. Never miss an episode – subscribe to the DATAVERSITY weekly newsletter . Interested in being a guest?

June 25, 2026Episode 225 min

Inside Applied Data Governance: Expert Perspectives from the ADGP Program Episode 2: Designing Governance That Works with John Ladley

Welcome to Inside Applied Data Governance , a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we explore the practical realities of data governance with the experts who helped build the Applied Data Governance Practitioner (ADGP) certification. In this episode, we speak with John Ladley about designing data governance frameworks that actually work. Drawing on decades of experience, John discusses why governance structures must align with organizational culture, how to evaluate centralized and federated models, and why copying another organization’s framework rarely succeeds. Discover practical guidance for building governance approaches that are sustainable, scalable, and tailored to your organization’s needs. Connect with John Ladley on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnladley/ Learn more about the Applied Data Governance Practitioner (ADGP) Certification https://training.dataversity.net/applied-data-governance-certification-adg Buy the ADG BoK https://training.dataversity.net/courses/adgbok-applied-data-governance-body-of-knowledge Take the Training https://training.dataversity.net/learning-paths/adgp0-applied-data-governance-practitioner-certification-program Schedule Your Exam https://training.dataversity.net/courses/adgp4-applied-data-governance-practitioner-certification-exam

June 17, 2026Episode 1016 min

My Career in Data Season 4 Episode 10: Mageshwaran Subramanian, Managing Consultant, ERP Data Transformation at Delaware North America

Welcome back to an all-new season of My Career in Data – a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we sit down with professionals to discuss how they have built their careers around data. In this episode, we speak with Mageshwaran Subramanian, Managing Consultant, ERP Data Transformation at Delaware North America. With over 15 years of experience in SAP data migration and governance, Mageshwaran shares his journey working across global ERP transformations and how his career has evolved alongside the shift to cloud and AI-driven architectures. Listen as Mageshwaran explains why data is the “digital memory” of an organization, how data quality underpins successful AI initiatives, and what skills—like SQL and core data fundamentals—remain essential for the next generation of data professionals. Learn more about Mageshwaran and his work: LinkedIn Mageshwaran Subramanian Delaware North America Never miss an episode – subscribe to the DATAVERSITY weekly newsletter . Interested in being a guest?

June 10, 2026Episode 152 min

Inside Applied Data Governance: Expert Perspectives from the ADGP Program Episode 1: The Importance of Data Governance with John Ladley

Welcome to Inside Applied Data Governance , a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we explore the practical realities of data governance with the experts who helped build the Applied Data Governance Practitioner (ADGP) certification. In this episode, we speak with John Ladley about why data governance is more than policies and processes; it’s a critical business capability. John shares insights on the business drivers behind governance initiatives, common misconceptions organizations face, and what effective governance looks like in practice. Learn why successful programs focus on business outcomes and how practitioners can help organizations turn governance from a concept into a competitive advantage. Connect with John Ladley on LinkedIn Learn more about the Applied Data Governance Practitioner (ADGP) Certification Buy the ADG BoK Take the Training Schedule Your Exam Never miss an episode – subscribe to the DATAVERSITY weekly newsletter . Interested in being a guest?

June 4, 2026Episode 933 min

My Career in Data Season 4 Episode 09: Joe Devon, Chair of the GAAD Foundation and Co-founder of Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Welcome back to an all-new season of My Career in Data – a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we sit down with professionals to discuss how they have built their careers around data. In this episode, we speak with Joe Devon, technology entrepreneur, accessibility advocate, Co-Founder of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), and Chair of the GAAD Foundation. From early internet ventures and high-scale platforms like American Idol to launching a global movement for digital accessibility, Joe’s career has followed an unexpected path shaped by risk, reinvention, and impact. Listen as Joe shares how one idea became a worldwide accessibility movement, why AI is changing the future of inclusive technology, and what data professionals need to understand as software, accessibility, and artificial intelligence continue to converge. Learn more about Joe and the work he does: LinkedIn Joe Devon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joedevon / LinkedIn GAAD Foundation: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gaad-foundation/ GAAD Foundation: https://gaad.foundation/ Global Accessibility Awareness Day: https://accessibility.day/ AIMAC Initial Report: https://aimac.ai/ AIMAC Open Source Benchmark: https://github.com/GAAD-Foundation/AIMAC Accessibility & GenAI Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@A11yGenAI Never miss an episode – subscribe to the DATAVERSITY weekly newsletter . Interested in being a guest?

February 25, 2026Episode 824 min

My Career in Data Season 4 Episode 08: Sanjal Kanti Howlader, Insights Analyst, Greene King Limited

Welcome back to an all new season of My Career in Data – a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we sit down with professionals to discuss how they have built their careers around data. This episode we speak with Sanjal Kanti Howlader, Insights Analyst, Greene King Limited. At six years old, he dreamed of becoming an actor to be the hero solving everyone's problems, later imagining himself as a detective solving mysteries before earning degrees in applied statistics and joining telecommunications where his first customer segmentation assignment in SPSS revealed that data could answer unanswered questions and solve real organizational problems. Listen how after 13 years in telecom rising to head of customer analytics, he made a bold move to the UK so his wife could pursue her PhD, testing his transferable skills across industries from sports governance to his current role as Insight Analyst at Greene King, one of the UK's largest pub and hospitality companies with over 1,000 locations. Never miss an episode – subscribe to the DATAVERSITY weekly newsletter . Learn more about Green King Limited. Connect with Sanjal Kanti Howlader on LinkedIn. Interested in being a guest?

February 18, 2026Episode 729 min

My Career in Data Season 4 Episode 07: Karina Blackman, Master Data Governance Manager, GrainCorp

Welcome back to an all new season of My Career in Data – a DATAVERSITY Talks podcast where we sit down with professionals to discuss how they have built their careers around data. This episode we speak with Karina Blackman, Master Data Governance Manager, GrainCorp. At six years old, she dreamed of becoming a librarian and ironically, she's now doing something remarkably similar as Master Data Governance Manager. For years, she assumed data careers were only for analytical people living in spreadsheets and code. Hear how she realized the real leverage sits in strategic thinking & understanding how things fit together, how people work, how organizations change, and how data affects all of it. Never miss an episode – subscribe to the DATAVERSITY weekly newsletter . Learn more about GrainCorp. Connect with Karina Blackman on LinkedIn. Interested in being a guest?