Welcome to the Unlocking Value with Data podcast. Each episode we dive deep into how data can transform the way we do business, make decisions, and achieve outcomes. We’ll explore real-world examples of the impact of data and analytics across various tools, settings, and industries. Join us as we talk with experts, share success stories, and uncover the strategies that turn raw data into powerful insights and tangible results. Whether you’re a seasoned data professional or just curious about the potential of data, listen in as we explore the true value of data in today’s world.
Episodes
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
In this episode I sat down with Ari Kaplan Head of Evangelism at Databricks. We talk about how organizations are transforming their data and AI strategies with AI-powered intelligence platforms. We explore the evolution from traditional analytics to democratized AI insights, the critical role of data governance and lineage in AI implementations, and how generative AI is revolutionizing everything from data engineering workflows to application development. We also discuss the real-world impact of AI automation across data roles, practical strategies for implementing AI chatbots on enterprise data, and what the future holds for both enterprise and consumer AI applications. To learn more visit databricks.com.
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
In this episode of Unlocking Value with Data, I’m joined by Santosh Kaveti, founder and CEO of ProArch. We explore how businesses are embracing AI, navigating change management, and modernizing legacy systems to unlock real, measurable value. Santosh shares practical strategies for getting value from your data, building a data-first culture, and turning transformation buzzwords into real business outcomes. To learn more about ProArch visit www.proarch.com.
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
In this episode I sat down with Chris Hull Co-Founder and President of Otus. We talk about how Otus is driving improvements in eduction using data and analytics. We cover how Otus brings together each participant in the education process from student to teacher to family member to bring more visibility into progress and achievement. We also discuss what impact Generative AI can have on education both from lowering the barriers to understanding outcomes to also driving transformative change in instruction and delivery of content. To learn more visit otus.com
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
In this episode I sat down with Kaustav Mitra Co-Founder of Paradime. We talk about how to turbo charge your data and analytics using Paradime. We cover the different components of Paradime and how they translate to the modern data stack. We also discuss how agents and Generative AI are impacting data and analytics and what the evolution of this technology will mean to data and analytics teams. To learn more visit paradime.io
Sunday Jan 12, 2025
Sunday Jan 12, 2025
In this episode I sat down with Kevin Hu Co-Founder and CEO of Metaplane. We discuss what makes a solid data foundation to feed your business outcomes and the importance of having a control plane for monitoring of your metadata in your data pipelines. We also cover how Generative AI is shaping the future of data and what the current and future states may hold. To learn more visit metaplane.dev
Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
In this episode I sat down with Noel Gomez Co-Founder of Datacoves. We talk about the core components and best practices of well built modern data stacks. We discuss how to approach analytics projects with solid foundations and an expand and learn mentality. We also cover the flexibility and simplicity of Datacoves to power your analytics projects. To learn more visit datacoves.com
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
In this episode I sat down with Sanjay Agrawal Co-Founder and CEO of Revefi. We talk about optimizing your cloud datawarehouse and providing greater visibility into your data pipelines and operations. We discuss what the future looks like with Raden, Revefi’s AI Data Engineer that is a copilot for your data teams. To learn more visit Revefi.com.
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
In this episode I sat down with Johan Baltazar Co-Founder and CEO of Steep. We talk about moving to a next generation analytics platform powered by a metrics first approach. We discuss what the metric layer is and how it powers steep to bring a more robust analytics layer that can serve the business at greater scale. To learn more about powering your business with a metric first approach visit https://steep.app/.