Making Data Simple

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract On this week of Making Data Simple, we are joined by Christine Livingston, Managing Director and Chief Scientist at Perficient. Christine talks us through her approach to AI within the consulting and enterprise industries, along with how she and her team have been managing workloads during COVID-19. Tune in to hear more.  Connect with Christine LinkedIn Perficient Show Notes 09:41 - Check out Watson Assistant here. 10:06 - Learn more about natural language processing here. 25:30 - Here are 5 reasons why you should choose to DIY.    Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Allison Proctor - LinkedIn. Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, we are joined by Wennie Allen, Director of Data Science Elite Business, and Brittany Boggle, Senior Data Scientist at IBM. Together, they provide an update on the new initiatives the DSE team are embarking on during the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes employing data optimization and AI decision-making procedures to assist ICU facilities and estimate ventilator demand. Tune-in to find out more.  Connect with Wennie LinkedIn Twitter Connect with Brittany LinkedIn Twitter Show Notes 05:52 - Click here to learn why you should consider taking up a new hobby while physical distancing.  17:52 - Discover more about the Data Science Elite team here. 33:49 - Get up to speed with agile methodology here. 39:02 - Check out the Data and AI portfolio here.  Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Allison Proctor - LinkedIn. Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract Currently, COVID-19 is disrupting the world. In an effort to better provide updated information on the status of the pandemic, IBM and The Weather Channel have created a COVID-19 dashboard. Bill Higgins, IBM Distinguished Engineer, and Daniel Benoit, Program Director of Information Governance have come on the podcast this week to discuss this new initiative. Together, with host Al Martin, they discuss the purpose of this project, their current findings, and how they personally have been impacted.  Check out the dashboard here.  Connect with Bill LinkedIn Connect with Daniel LinkedIn Show Notes 10:16 - Get up to speed on Natural Language Processing here. 14:47 - Not sure what a data lake is? Find out here.   21:49 - Learn more on why extensibility is important to your API's here.  Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Allison Proctor - LinkedIn. Producer Mar

*NOTE: This episode was recorded before the COVID-19 outbreak. Any comments made in this episode on travel are no longer relevant or took place during ordered quarantines. Please stay home and be safe.* Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract Our guest this week is Alyse Daghelian, Global Vice President Cloud Expert Services at IBM. Alyse has gone through many role transitions, from starting in engineering to being the lead for global sales at IBM. She provides some insightful advice that can help you take the next step towards your career goals. Tune-in to learn more.   Connect with Alyse LinkedIn Twitter Show Notes 01:26 - You should always be looking for a new job. Click here for a Forbes article that explains why. 10:57 - Check out this article on medium that explains the impact of dehydration on the brain.  27:49 - Learn more about the fundamental life skills that poker can tech you here.  Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Allison Proctor - LinkedIn. Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

*NOTE: This episode was recorded before the COVID-19 outbreak. Any comments made in this episode on travel are no longer relevant or took place during ordered quarantines. Please stay home and be safe.* Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract Back for part 2 of his Making Data Simple series is Jad Chehlawi, CEO and Founder of TelosTouch. This episode follows up to part 1, where Jad explains how TelosTouch is aiming to redefine the client experience of  investing. This episode focuses more on the emotional challenges that frequently alter decisions and how to better account for those changes.  Connect with Jad LinkedIn TelosTouch Show Notes 03:47 - Check out these 6 hacks for fighting financial procrastination.  10:06 - The missing link. Learn about the void TelosTouch seeks to fill here. 17:37 - Need to get up to speed on natural language processing (NLP)? Find out more here.  25:49 - Learn more about modern portfolio theory here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Allison Proctor - LinkedIn. Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

*NOTE: This episode was recorded before COVID-19 mandates. Comments made in this episode on travel took place before any quarantines were in effect and are no longer applicable. Please stay home and be safe.* Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract Our guest this week is Jad Chehlawi, Founder and CEO of TelosTouch. Jad has extensive experience in both the technology and finance industries. He aims to redefine the client experience by enabling real-time engagement across multiple sectors. Host Al Martin asks the tough questions regarding the state of financial advice and provides an opinionated response to current trends. Get insight on your investments and discover new methods of making the right financial decisions. Tune-in to find out.  Connect with Jad LinkedIn TelosTouch Show Notes 05:00 - Check out this article by Investopedia which analyzes the communication gap with clients.  14:17 - Get an understanding of wealth management with this Forbes article. 28:35 - Take a look at this Forbes article which discusses the future for financial advisors.   Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Emmanuel Letouzé, PhD, Director and Co-Founder of Data-Pop Alliance. Emmanuel comes from an extensive academic background, specializing in subjects such as data science, political science, economics and demography. He speaks about key takeaways he's had from his research, applying the knowledge to new projects and issues, including the recent pandemic of COVID-19.  Connect with Emmanuel LinkedIn Datapopalliance.org Twitter Art Manu Cartoons Twitter Show Notes 03:37 - Get some answers to your questions on social distancing in this NYTimes article here. 16:19 - Learn more on demography here. 20:31 - AI can now make predictions on demography on only knowing your name. Find out more here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on the podcast, our guest is Priya Doty, VP of Product Marketing at IBM. Priya specializes with the IBM Z and LinuxONE brands and shares her expertise in this episode.  Connect with Priya LinkedIn Twitter Medium IBM Blogs Show Notes 02:51 - Learn more on using SQL for Data Analysis here. 05:53 - Discover what B2B means here. 16:03 - You can find out more on pervasive encryption technology here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next. Abstract This week, we are joined by Professor Yoon Chung Han of San Jose State University. Yoon can be described as a digital media artist, leveraging data science methodologies within her creative projects. She talks us through some of the innovating projects she has been working on, while offering her insight on the state of the industry - specifically from an academic perspective. Connect with Yoon Portofolio Website LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Show Notes 02:26 - New to digital art? Check out this helpful article on where to start.  06:38 - Click here to learn more on the importance of art. 16:40 - Learn about data visualization here. 18:39 - Find out more about Processing and its' capabilities here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract Our guest this week is Jacques Roy, Executive IT Specialist for Watson Data and AI at IBM. Jacques has extensive experience within IBM's technical engagement groups, on both sales and development teams. He talks us through the need to continue to evolve with the industry, as failing to do so can often lead you to become obsolete and less competitive within the job market. He argues that the effort required to get up to speed is more often less demanding than what it may seem, and he has created a youtube channel dedicated to helping others become apart of the conversation.  Connect with Jacques LinkedIn Twitter  YouTube Medium Show Notes 01:36 - Check out these cool things to do in Portland. 07:05 - Are you new to sales? Take a look at these tips for getting started in the industry.  18:57 - This article focuses on how the Database Administrator role is changing. 23:39 - Get an overview of Informix here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Aarti Cherian, Program Director for IBM's Cloud Pak for Data and Watson Data Science Marketing. Aarti discusses key marketing tactics that are currently leveraged by teams at IBM.  Connect with Aarti LinkedIn Twitter Show Notes 3:01 - Check out this article on marketing techniques for tech companies.  14:41 - Not sure what B to B means? Find out here. 21:24 - Learn more about IBM Cloud Pak for Data here. 21:28 - Learn more about IBM Cloud Pak for Data System here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Steve Robinson, GM of RedHat Synergy at IBM. Steve talks us through some memorable moments throughout his career thus far, sharing key takeaways. "We are a result of our history" says Steve. The conversation also includes an overview of the RedHat acquisition and what's next for the teams.  Connect with Steve LinkedIn IBM Blogs Twitter Show Notes 03:05 - Check out this article with tips for technology managers.  08:48 - This article gives some advice for those in sales roles within the tech industry. 24:30 - See more details about RedHat's fiscal year results here. 30:27 - Learn more on "the network effect" here. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Frank Kane, Founder of Sundog Software. Frank's diverse career has allowed him to develop a thorough understanding of various data science and business concepts. The conversation ranges from how Frank got his start developing video games, to the importance of maintaining your skills for personal marketability. Host Al Martin and Frank also discuss the growing concern for ethics in computing that may be unknown to some.    Connect with Frank LinkedIn Sundog Education Udemy Twitter Show Notes 07:07 - See here how Netflix uses machine learning to recommend what to watch.  13:21 - "Good intention are not enough." Click here to checkout a similar Forbes article. 15:52 - Check out this medium article, emphasizing the need for humanities majors in tech. 27:18 - Here are 5 ways to keep up your coding skills while working as a manager. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract This week on Making Data Simple, our guest is Michelle Peluso, SVP of Digital Sales and Chief Marketing Officer at IBM. Michelle talks us through her passion for marketing and why she believes IBM is the best place to be for it. She shares some critical, modern-day marketing tactics that emphasize making an impact to your loyal consumers, while attracting new users. Tune-in and take part in the conversation.  Connect with Michelle LinkedIn Twitter IBM News Room Show Notes 02:06 - Check out these critical tips on time management from Forbes.  08:03 - Here is an article on storytelling trends marketing leaders should know.  15:50 - See this article for more info on data driven marketing.  24:07 - Check out these cyber security marketing tactics.  Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [almartintalksdata@gmail.com] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract On this week's episode of Making Data Simple, we are joined by Rob Thomas, who is General Manager for IBM's Data and AI team. Rob discusses his recent media features on CNN and Fox News, giving his remarks on those experiences. He also gives his predictions on the IT industries for 2020, noting upcoming challenges. We are also treated to a more personal side of Rob, as he reveals his New Year's resolutions and goals. Tune-in to find out.  Connect with Rob Twitter LinkedIn Personal Website IBM THINK Blogs Show Notes 05:41 - Check out this article on effective methods of time management. 12:53 - Forbes agrees, saying AI needs to be implemented the right way. 27:28 - Find out more on IBM Cloud Pak for Data here. 31:14 - Learn more about Watson Internet of Things (IoT) here. 34:58 - Read here on how Google's AI built another AI.      42:22 - Are you also looking to run the New York Marathon? Here are some tips on how to enter. Connect with the Team Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn. Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.  Producer Mark Simmonds - LinkedIn.  Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.