In the 47th episode of the Data Democratization Podcast, host Alexandra Ebert talks to Maritza Curry, Head of Data at RCS South Africa, to explore practical insights into developing effective data strategies. The discussion delves into the importance of solid data management and data governance. It also covers the topic of whether an AI strategy is necessary and the critical need for integrating business literacy into AI and data initiatives. Maritza offers valuable tips from her extensive experience, emphasizing the importance of good communication. She highlights the necessity of talking not only to executives but also to those on the frontlines in order to develop effective data strategies and tailor them to best fit your organizational culture.

Check out the other episodes of the Data Democratization Podcast for more stories about data, privacy, responsible AI and how to do data democratization well. 

In the 46th episode of the Data Democratization Podcast, host Alexandra Ebert is talking to Wolfgang Weidinger, AI, Data Science, and Analytics Coordinator at Generali Insurance, Austria, and Chairman Of The Board at the Vienna Data Science Group.
Wolfgang is a seasoned data scientist with tons of experience managing AI, data science, and analytics projects. 

The episode covers a wide range of topics, offering actionable tips for those looking to deploy AI models in large organizations:

• selecting the right tools for AI projects,
• the adoption of AI in various industries,
• the significance of soft skills, collaboration, and domain knowledge,
• the organizational role of the data scientist,
• how to bridge the gap between business and technology.

If you would like to learn more about data science and AI in practice, we recommend The Handbook of Data Science and AI - Generate Value from Data with Machine Learning and Data Analytics, co-authored by Wolfgang. If you are in Vienna, Austria, follow the Vienna Data Science Group for great meetups and opportunities to connect with the local data science community!

In this episode of the Data Democratization Podcast, host Alexandra Ebert, Chief Trust Officer at MOSTLY AI, sits down with Caroline Louveaux, Chief Privacy & Data Responsibility Officer at Mastercard, to explore the evolving landscape of data privacy and AI governance. Caroline shares her insights on topics ranging from privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) to data for social impact. Here is what you'll learn:

• How to be successful in today's data and AI ecosystem,
• What is the role of the Chief Data Responsibility Officer,
• How to set up your organization for compliance with the 'alphabet soup of EU regulations',
• How to make compliance loveable,
• What's needed on the regulatory side,
• How to enable AI innovation,
• What is an AI governance framework, and how to make it work?
• How can privacy pros prepare for AI?
• How can privacy-enhancing technologies facilitate AI innovation?
• Why is automation so important?
• Can data and AI positively impact society?

Dive into this conversation to better understand the importance of data governance and responsible data usage in the digital age.