#83 The Chief Data and Analytics Officer Role (CDAO) with David Thomas – Data Analytics Executive
Summary: <p>David Thomas is an executive with significant experience in strategy, data & analytics, and multiple functions that enable organisations. Since 2016, he has been responsible for BNZ's Information Strategy, establishing a market-leading position with a strategy to deliver actionable insight and enhance customer experiences. Change has been a reoccurring theme of his career, including business turnaround, transformation, the introduction of new competencies / operating models, and to enable growth. David's professional experience shows a proven track record of delivering sustainable results - frequently fueled by insight and strong execution. </p> <p><em><strong>Enjoy the show! </strong></em></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>We speak about: </strong></p> <p>[00:30] About David Thomas </p> <p>[05:50] What did you learn from your thesis? </p> <p>[18:00] What are the reasons people stop having a close interaction with the data? </p> <p>[23:10] What are the components of a good CDAO? </p> <p>[33:15] How do you keep large teams productive? </p> <p>[38:00] Advice for future data leaders </p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Resources: </strong></p> <p>David’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidthomasnz/ </p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Quotes:</strong></p> <p>“If you can measure things, then you can get better.” </p> <p>“You can never underestimate the language.” </p> <p>“Tech is moving so fast; you can’t do it on your own. Partnering is so important.” </p> <p>“You need to partner for thought leadership.” </p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Thank you to our sponsors:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.fyrebox.com/">Fyrebox</a> - Make Your Own Quiz!</p> <p><a href="https://studyonline.rmit.edu.au/online-programs/master-data-science">RMIT Online Master of Data Science Strategy and Leadership</a></p> <p>Gain the advanced strategic, leadership and data science capabilities required to influence executive leadership teams and deliver organisation-wide solutions.</p> <p>We are <a href="https://www.wearerubix.com.au/">RUBIX</a>. - one of Australia’s leading pure data consulting companies delivering project outcomes for some of the world’s leading brands.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Visit <a href="http://online.rmit.edu.au/">online.rmit.edu.au</a> for more information</p> <p><br></p> <p>And as always, we appreciate your Reviews, Follows, Likes, Shares and Ratings. Thank you so much for listening. Enjoy the show!</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/datafuturology/message
