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Making Data Simple

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Hosted by Al Martin, WW VP of Technical Sales at IBM, Making Data Simple cuts through the hype to reveal how data and AI reshape the modern enterprise.

Thought leaders, researchers, and innovators share firsthand lessons on leading teams, scaling analytics, and driving real-world impact—delivered in Al’s signature straightforward, witty style.

Tune in to Making Data Simple today.  From data and AI breakthroughs to leadership hacks, top experts drop actionable gems that help businesses thrive in a data-driven world. #MakingDataSimple #AI #Leadership

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This week we continuing our discussion on data framework and what is meant by data framework

2021-02-03 Listen
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Suj Perepa (IBM) , Richard Darden (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, IBM Expert Services Delivery, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Suj Perepa and Richard Darden. Suj is a distinguished engineer and specializes AI, machine learning technology in the financial sector.  Suj also has been a lead for security programs and a member of the IBM Academy of Technology leadership team. Richard is a distinguished engineer in digital human evangelism for North America government and a distinguished engineer at IBM in Cloud and Cognitive for the public sector and a former chief architect on federal government agencies.  

Show Notes 6:30 – What is a data framework? 9:16 – What is framework? 11:00 – Governance and people 14:15 – Process and architecture 19:15 – Bringing it all into a playbook   22:56 – Who is the client? 24:36 – How does bias play into it? 27:02 – What products are you using? 27:54 – Explainability 30:44 – Ethics of AI 37:13 Suj and Richard’s most important lessons in AI The Discipline of Technology    Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

This week Al and Kristen Summers discuss culture and talent management in AI

2021-01-27 Listen
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Kristen Summers (IBM (Expert Labs)) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, IBM Expert Services Delivery, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Kristen Summers who is a distinguished Engineer in Cloud and Cognitive Expert Labs. Kristen has worked in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, PHD in Computer Science, and leads Data Science within our Expert Labs, 

Show Notes 2: 08 - More time needs to be spend on culture and talent management. 3:55 - What does data driven culture mean? 8:49 – What do you see driving fundamental culture? 11:14 - What common tool do we have? 12:55 – What is communicate about data? 14:42 – How do you know you’re doing it well? 17:29 - How do you define AI talent? 23:18 - Describe a Data Scientist? 27:25 - Common Organizational Structures  31:49 - How do you manage and grow AI talent? IBM Skills Academy     Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Part 2] Al and Lynne Snead discuss leadership, business coaching and debunking leadership myths, hard skills and soft skills and something called squishy

2021-01-20 Listen
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Lynne Snead (Talent Evolution Systems) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, IBM Expert Services Delivery, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Lynne Snead. Lynne is the founder of Talent Evolution Systems, a behavioral analyst, consultant, training specialist, speaker, coach. Lynne has a back ground in Educational Psychology, and has specialized in organizational performance for over 20 years. Lynne is one of the original Franklin Covey co-authors, has a best seller, she created Franklin Covey’s signature Project Development process and programs, worked directly with Stephen R Covey Senior and Stephen MR Covey Junior. Lynne started her own company in 2003. Show Notes 3:40 – Any advice on soft skills and hard skills? 8:35 – Telltale signs such as stress 10:40 – Settings goals  Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter

Books Thinking Fast and Slow  Financial Intelligence  Other notable names Brene Brown Judith Glaser Marshall Goodsmith Daniel Goleman

Lynne’s List of Recommended Leadership Books Leadership and Self Deception, Arbinger Institute7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen R. Covey (Senior)5 Levels of Leadership, John Maxwell. What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, Marshall GoldsmithConversational Intelligence, Judith GlaserThe Speed of Trust, Stephen M.R. Covey (Junior) Emotional Intelligence, Daniel GolemanThe New Art of Managing People, Tony Alessandra and Phil HunsakerHow to Influence People, John MaxwellHumble Inquiry, Edgar H. Schein Humble Leadership, Edgar H. Schein and Peter ScheinLeadership is an Art, Max De PreeThe Secrets to Winning at Office Politics, Marie G. McIntyreThe Power of Focus, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Les HewittThe Power of Self-Confidence, Brian TracyWant to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Part 1] Al and Lynne Snead discuss leadership, business coaching and debunking leadership myths, hard skills and soft skills and something called squishy

2021-01-13 Listen
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Lynne Snead (Talent Evolution Systems) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Hosted by Al Martin, VP, IBM Expert Services Delivery, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Lynne Snead. Lynne is the founder of Talent Evolution Systems, a behavioral analyst, consultant, training specialist, speaker, coach. Lynne has a back ground in Educational Psychology, and has specialized in organizational performance for over 20 years. Lynne is one of the original Franklin Covey co-authors, has a best seller, she created Franklin Covey’s signature Project Development process and programs, worked directly with Stephen R Covey Senior and Stephen MR Covey Junior. Lynne started her own company in 2003.

Show Notes 9:08 - Soft skills vs hard skills 14:18 - What would you call soft skills? 17:05 - Skills and culture 19:03 – Can you change culture? 22:15 – Behavioral styles Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Replay] The 2 Secrets to Business Success, with Rob Thomas - Part 2 - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 11]

2021-01-06 Listen
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Send us a text In part 2 of this two-part series, host Al Martin welcomes back Rob Thomas, GM of IBM Data and AI. The conversation ranges across the latest trends in enterprise analytics, how to tell the truth from the hype, and Rob’s own strategies for staying current, connected, and engaged in this fast-changing space.


Show Notes

00:00 - Missed part 1? Catch up with the conversation here.

00:05 - Check us out on YouTube and SoundCloud.  00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter.  00:15 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn and Twitter.  00:20 - Connect with Producer Rachit Sharma on LinkedIn.  00:25 - Connect with Host Al Martin on LinkedIn and Twitter.  00:52 - Connect with Rob Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter. 01:02 - Check out Rob's article on Watson Anywhere here.  02:03 - There is now proof that quantum computing can now boost machine learning! Read more here. 05:17 - Your team needs a compass, not a map. 10:00 - Warren Buffet and Mark Cuban agree, reading is like compound interest. 14:24 - Check out Wooden on Leadership here. 14:35 - Check out Mindset here.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Replay} Two Secrets to Business Success with Rob Thomas (Part 1/2) - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 10]

2020-12-30 Listen
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Send us a text Rob Thomas, leader of IBM’s Data and AI division, talks with host Al Martin about the need to de-mystify AI. In particular, Rob recommends a "fail fast" approach to data science: run wide-ranging but short-term experiments — and expect disappointment on the way to insight. This episode offers a host of such suggestions, plus thoughtful leadership advice and tips for motivation. Part 1 of 2.


Show Notes 00:00 - Check us out on YouTube and SoundCloud.  00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn and Twitter.  00:15 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn and Twitter.  00:20 - Connect with Producer Rachit Sharma on LinkedIn.  00:25 - Connect with Host Al Martin on LinkedIn and Twitter.  00:55 - Connect with Rob Thomas on LinkedIn and Twitter. 04:01 - Discover what big data and A.I. have in store.  06:22 - Learn more about IBM's Think conference here. 06:48 - Read more on Watson anywhere here. 10:24 - There is no A.I. without I.A. 23:21 - Check out Al's talk at Think 2019 with Jeff Jonas here. 23:51 - Check out this interview with Rob Thomas at Think 2019 here. Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Part 2] Al and Claude Yusti discuss AI, data and government, and health care

2020-12-23 Listen
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Al Martin (IBM) , Claude Yusti (IBM Global Business Services)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Claude Yusti. Claude is a Partner in IBM Global Business Services and is responsible for leading the Watson AI and Data Platform Practice for Public Sector. His primary clients are in Health and Human Services. He has over 30 years of experience in the Government and Healthcare industries and has worked with a number of industry.

Show Notes 2:00 – What questions do government and health care have? 8:10 – How different are government and health care? 12:40 - ROI within government and health care. [email protected] Claude Yusti - LinkenIn  http://www.businessofgovernment.org/bio/claude-yusti 

Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Part 1] Al and Claude Yusti discuss AI, data and government, and health care

2020-12-16 Listen
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Al Martin (IBM) , Claude Yusti (IBM Global Business Services)

Send us a text Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Claude Yusti. Claude is a Partner in IBM Global Business Services and is responsible for leading the Watson AI and Data Platform Practice for Public Sector. His primary clients are in Health and Human Services. He has over 30 years of experience in the Government and Healthcare industries and has worked with a number of industry.

Show Notes 6:19 – Working with government 9: 58 - On what context are you defining AI? 11:04 – How do you see the protection of data? 18:05 – Use cases 25:01 – Skills, security, data set control and how the government differs from private sector?  Claude Yusti - LinkenIn  Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

This week Al and Kush Varshney discuss machine learning and trustworthy AI

2020-12-09 Listen
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Kush Varshney (IBM Research) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Kush Varshney who is a Distinguished Research Staff Member and Manager of IBM Research and leads the Machine Learning group in the Foundations Trustworthy AI and the Co-Founder of IBM Science for Social Good. Kush has a history in Electrical Computer Engineering and a PHD at MIT.    Show Notes 1:32 – Kush’s history 6:36 – Is there such a thing as trust worthy AI? 14:46 – Are we going to let AI make decisions? 19:57 – Have you worked on any government projects?  21:41 – Government datasets governance  24:13 – Steps to invest in trust and fairness 25:54 – What is Science for Social Good 27:25 – Where will AI be in 3 years? 30:02 – White noise for the nose IBM for Social Good Trusting AI  Factfulness Trust Worthy Machine Learning (coming next year)     Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

This week Al and Paul talk about everything from Paul’s new book to AI and GPUs

2020-12-02 Listen
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Paul Zikopoulos (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Paul Zikopoulos. Paul is VP of Cognitive BigData Systems. Paul has written numerous books, and is a professional and award winning speaker.

Show Notes 5:39 – Paul’s experience  9:07 – Paul’s new book 12:00 – What do you mean by “Until you don’t”? 13:25 – What about systems GPUs? 15:42 – What should I be thinking? 18:07 – What else are you working on?  22:11 – Time management tips 31:30 – Twitter comment Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  The AI Ladder Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Replay] - Covid-19 interview with Dr. Kyu Rhee

2020-11-25 Listen
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Dr. Kyu Rhee (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.   Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next. 

Abstract   This week on Making Data Simple, we have a returning guest Dr. Kyu Rhee VP & Chief Health Officer IBM and IBM Watson Health, discussing the Covid-19 pandemic and how we prepare and react individually and as a country. What can we do for ourselves and how this pandemic affects the economy. And when do we see a light at the end of the tunnel.

Show Notes

  1. https://www.ibm.com/blogs/watson-health/author/kyurhee/
  2. https://www.ibm.com/impact/covid-19/

Connect with the Team

Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn.

Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.

Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Additional resources:   IBM Watson Health COVID-19 Resources: https://www.ibm.com/watson-health/covid-19

IBM Watson Health: Micromedex with Watson: https://www.ibm.com/products/dynamed-and-micromedex-with-watson

How governments are rising to the challenge of COVID-19: https://www.ibm.com/blogs/watson-health/governments-agencies-rising-challenge-of-covid-19/

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Al and Nancy discuss Data and AI and its impact on sports

2020-11-18 Listen
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Nancy Hensley (IBM Hybrid Cloud) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Nancy Hensley, Nancy is currently the Chief Marketing and Product Officer for Stats Perform. Nancy was the Chief Digital Officer at IBM.

Show Notes 1:37 – Nancy’s bio 3:10 - Are we talking Money Ball? 5:52 - On Base percentage 7:08 – Analyse examples  10:02 – Do you control the data? 11:24 – Out there statistics 14:12 - Can analytics go to far? 17:35 – Real time analysis 18:45 – Covid and sports 21:15 – Your role in sports betting 22:50 – What’s the most fascinating thing you’ve learned? 25:23 – What’s the future?

Website - Stats Perform Money Ball Stats Perform - Twitter  Bill James – Baseball Abstract  The Analyst     Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

This week Al and Lisa discuss the prospects of AI and the data that backs AI

2020-11-11 Listen
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Lisa Palmer (Splunk Technologies) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Lisa Palmer. Lisa is currently pursuing her doctorate in Artificial Intelligence, Chief Technical Advisor with Splunk Technologies. Lisa also was a professor at Southern Nazarene University, Tara Data Global Accounts Strategist, and then VP and America’s Regional Manager for Gartner.     

Show Notes 1:30 – Lisa’s background 6:16 – What is your Brand 10: 06 - Pros and cons of AI Intelligence 12:14 – Policing AI 15:40 – Does bias worry you 20:00 - What is flipping to data leadership 23:55 – What are you working on 27:07 – Why is pursuing your doctorate important to you 28:38 – What’s your advice for other leaders 30:37 – Trusted information 32:50 – Predication for next year Invisible Women: Data Bias in a World Designed for Men Lisa Palmer - LinkedIn

Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Al, Dale, and Hai-Nhu discuss the IBM initiative to modernize IT language to remove racial and cultural bias (aka Words Matter).

2020-11-04 Listen
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Hai-Nhu Tran (IBM) , Dale Davis Jones (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Dale Davis Jones, who is an IBM Vice President and Distinguished Engineer in Global Technology Services, where she leads the GTS IT Architect community and Client Innovation. We also have Hai-Nhu Tran, who is the Senior Manager of Content of Design in Data and AI at IBM. Hai-Nhu and her team are responsible for the technical content experience for a large portfolio of products and platforms.

Show Notes 11:43 - What is the context and how did you get involved? 17:10 - How do you define success? 19:40 - Are you focused on IT language? 25:03 - How do you know you’re doing it right? 32:30 - What decision have already been made? 37:13 - What other challenges have you faced? 40:00 - How do you know when you’re done? 41:29 - How can people contribute? Dale Davis Jones - LinkedIn Hai-Nhu Tran - LinkedIn Blog - Words Matter: Driving Thoughtful Change Toward Inclusive Language in Technology https://www.ibm.com/blogs/think/2020/08/words-matter-driving-thoughtful-change-toward-inclusive-language-in-technology/ Call for Code for Racial Justice: https://developer.ibm.com/callforcode/racial-justice/ Linux Foundation

Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

This week Kathy Parks will be discussing women in Angel Investing, leadership, and the underlying data to making decisions

2020-10-28 Listen
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Send us a text Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.

Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Kathy Parks. Kathy worked at IBM and is now an owner and independent Angel Investor. Kathy started her career in publishing and then transitioned over to Kurzweil Computer Products working on reading machine for the blind. Kathy then moved to Interleaf working on publishing products, then to QA and Project Management. Kathy then moved to Rational Software and in 2003 Rational was bought by IBM.

Show Notes 2:10 - How do you go from publishing to project management? 3:15 - How did you transition to Angel Investing? 5:58 - What’s at the core 7:06 - What is Angel Investing 12:40 - Is there a formula that you use? 17:24 - How are pitches made? 18:37 - Other forms of capital 22:43 - How many investments have you made? 29:21 - What data to you use? 30:42 - Why are we not seeing the investments? 31:58 - What are the KPIs in a pitch? 33:20 - How long does the process take? Angel Capital Association  KJParks - Linkedin Angel Investing - Venture Deals Age of Surveillance Capitalism 

Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

This week Oliver Claude discusses Data Governance and Data Ops

2020-10-21 Listen
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Oliver Claude (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Oliver Claude Portfolio Offering Manager for Data and AI and Oliver is a Data Governance expert. Oliver also worked as a Chief Marketing Officer, VP and Chief Solution Owner, Solution Management, and Consulting, Al and Oliver discuss Data Governance and Data Ops and how it all fits into your business. 

Show Notes 2:50 - What is the definition of Data Governance? 4:06 - What is Data Ops? 4:40 - What is IBM doing with Data Ops? 5:16 - How have we automated our tools? 6:58 - What is better red or white wine? 7:33 - What is the future of Data Governance? 9:37 - How is Data Governance and Data Ops related to AI? 11:06 - What are the pitfalls for customers implementing Data Governance? 12:10 - How do companies get started? Oliver Claude - LinkedIn IBM DataOps    Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Part 2] Lynne Snead discusses leadership, coaching and being your best self and mixing that in with data

2020-10-14 Listen
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Lynne Snead (Talent Evolution Systems) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts. This week on Making Data Simple, we have Lynne Snead. Lynne is the founder of Talent Evolution Systems, a behavioral analyst, consultant, training specialist, speaker, coach, Lynne has a back ground in Educational Psychology, and has specialized in organizational performance for over 20 years. Lynne is one of the original Franklin Covey co-authors, has a best seller, she created Franklin Covey’s signature Project Development process and programs, worked directly with Stephen Covey. Show Notes 2:25 – Can data define behavior in someone? 7:19 – How do you complete an assessment? 9:46 – Attributes of assessments 20:25 – Coaching advice

Lynne Snead - LinkedIn Talent Evolution Systems Lynne’s email: [email protected] Leadership and self deception  How will you measure your life? Lynne’s List of Recommended Leadership Books Leadership and Self Deception, Arbinger Institute7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen R. Covey (Senior)5 Levels of Leadership, John Maxwell. What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, Marshall GoldsmithConversational Intelligence, Judith GlaserThe Speed of Trust, Stephen M.R. Covey (Junior) Emotional Intelligence, Daniel GolemanThe New Art of Managing People, Tony Alessandra and Phil HunsakerHow to Influence People, John MaxwellHumble Inquiry, Edgar H. Schein Humble Leadership, Edgar H. Schein and Peter ScheinLeadership is an Art, Max De PreeThe Secrets to Winning at Office Politics, Marie G. McIntyreThe Power of Focus, Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Les HewittThe Power of Self-Confidence, Brian Tracy  Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Part 1] Lynne Snead discusses leadership, coaching and being your best self and mixing that in with data

2020-10-07 Listen
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Lynne Snead (Talent Evolution Systems) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Lynne Snead. Lynne is the founder of Talent Evolution Systems, a behavioral analyst, consultant, training specialist, speaker, coach, Lynne has a back ground in Educational Psychology, and has specialized in organizational performance for over 20 years. Lynne is one of the original Franklin Covey co-authors, has a best seller, she created Franklin Covey’s signature Project Development process and programs, worked directly with Stephen Covey. 1:30 – Lynne talks about her background 5:40 – Lynne’s coaching specialty and mission statement 10:30 – Why don’t all leaders have coaches? 12:08 – Why do you differentiate corporate coaching from life coaching? 16:27 - Do you believe in the element of natural state?  18:32 – How many individuals have you coached? 19:49 – What constitutes a great leader? 20:55 – What are the common mistakes in a leader? 24:44 – Steer them back on track

Lynne Snead - LinkedIn Talent Evolution Systems Lynne’s email: [email protected] Leadership and self deception  How will you measure your life?   Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Amy discusses data analysis and models used in the science of fires

2020-09-30 Listen
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Al Martin (IBM) , Amy McDermott (Front Matter (the magazine section of PNAS))

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Amy McDermott. Amy is a science journalist at Front Matter, the magazine section of PNAS (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences), where she covers new and emerging research. Her background spans ecology and journalism: she has an MA in conservation biology from Columbia University and a graduate certificate from the UC Santa Cruz Science Communication Program.

Show Notes 4:20 - Amy’s background 7:25 – Amy summaries the stories on fires 11:21 – What does the data suggest about fires? 12:04 – Are there computer models on fires?  17:35 – Real world example of how models are used 19:44 – How accurate is the data? 24:25 - Examining the data 28:35 - How do you define success?  29:55 – Amy’s passion  Amy McDermott - LinkenIn Front Matter     Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Dr. Lee helps us understand Quantum Computing as a new technology

2020-09-23 Listen
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Dr. Kayla Lee (IBM Quantum & Qiskit) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Dr. Kayla Lee Growth Product Manager, Community Partnerships at IBM Quantum & Qiskit. Dr. Kayla Lee works with innovation teams across industries to understand how they can using new and emerging technologies to solve their business challenges. In her role, she serves as a bridge between business and science to help drive value for enterprise clients. Her primary focus is the new model of computation, quantum computing, working with clients to understand potential applications, prioritize use cases, and build a business strategy to prepare for the future of computing.

Al and Dr. Lee try and help us understand Quantum Computing as a new technology.   

Show Notes 3:03 - Dr. Lee talks about her day to day job 4:40 – The challenge  6:12 - Dr. Lee describes quantum  8:03 – What is quantum computing going to do for us that we can’t do today? 9:30 – How does this work? 17:50 – What kind of problem is quantum computing suited to answer? 19:40 – Will quantum computing replace traditional computing? 23:36 – Who can use quantum computing? 32:30 – Security and quantum 33:50 – Dr. Lee’s team Dr. Kayla Lee - LinkedIn IBM Quantum Computing  Qiskit HBCU Center Driving Diversity and Inclusion in Quantum Computing IBM’s Roadmap For Scaling Quantum Technology

Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.    Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Replay] - Covid-19 interview with Dr. Kyu Rhee

2020-09-16 Listen
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Dr. Kyu Rhee (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.   Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [[email protected]] and tell us why you should be next.  Abstract   This week on Making Data Simple, we have a returning guest Dr. Kyu Rhee VP & Chief Health Officer IBM and IBM Watson Health, discussing the Covid-19 pandemic and how we prepare and react individually and as a country. What can we do for ourselves and how this pandemic affects the economy. And when do we see a light at the end of the tunnel. Show Notes 1. https://www.ibm.com/blogs/watson-health/author/kyurhee/ 2. https://www.ibm.com/impact/covid-19/ Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Michael Sestak - LinkedIn. Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn.

Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter. Additional resources:   IBM Watson Health COVID-19 Resources: https://www.ibm.com/watson-health/covid-19 IBM Watson Health: Micromedex with Watson: https://www.ibm.com/products/dynamed-and-micromedex-with-watson How governments are rising to the challenge of COVID-19: https://www.ibm.com/blogs/watson-health/governments-agencies-rising-challenge-of-covid-19/ Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Replay] - Finding New A.I. Use Cases with Paul Zikopoulos

2020-09-09 Listen
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Paul Zikopoulos (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract

This week, Paul Zikopolous, IBM VP Big Data Cognitive Systems, makes a highly anticipated return to Making Data Simple. Paul gives an update to what he's been working on, including his A.I. tracking app which saw an interesting use case at a recent Luke Bryan concert. We are also given some insight to the state of data and the rest of the industry. Host Al Martin then finishes things off by discussing what it means to lead a team, and tips for growing your career. 

Connect with Paul

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Show Notes

07:02 - Read more about Watson Anywhere here. 

20:20 - Check out Auto AI here.

Connect with the Team

Producer Liam Seston - LinkedIn.

Producer Lana Cosic - LinkedIn.

Producer Meighann Helene - LinkedIn. 

Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.

Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Carlo and Wennie discuss how do we get people to adopt AI

2020-09-02 Listen
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Wennie Allen (IBM Data and AI) , Carlo Appugliese (IBM) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Wennie Allen Business Director, Data Science and AI Elite Team and Carlo Appugliese Program Director – Data &AI, Data Science Elite Team. This week we talk about agile AI and remote data science. Carlo discusses his book, while Wennie talks about the secret sauce.

Show Notes 2:56 – How do we get people to adopt AI? 4:49 – Carlo’s book 6:15 – Why do we call it agile AI? 11:12 – Six weeks to get it done! 15:07 – Where are we at with AI? 16:54 - Problems with AI today 22:05 – Secret sauce 26:31 - Process and methodology  30:22 – Talk data 34:19 – Integration, trust, and quick deployment 36:10 – Working remote 39:40 – How do you engage? Remote Data Science Website: http://ibm.biz/RemoteDataScience Agile AI Blog: http://ibm.biz/DSE-AgileAI-Blog Agile AI Book:   http://ibm.biz/DSE-AgileAI Community: http://ibm.biz/DSE-Community Chat with the Lab: http://ibm.biz/DSE-ChatWithTheLab Consultation: http://ibm.biz/DSE-Consultation Blogs:  Virtual Data Science can rise to the challenge in unprecedented times by Wennie Allen Data Science and AI from anywhere... by Carlo Appugliese Wennie on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/wennie-allen Carlo on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/carloappugliese    Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

Scott discusses making data fun and simple in data management.

2020-08-26 Listen
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Scott Taylor (Metametacon Consulting) , Al Martin (IBM)

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Abstract Hosted by Al Martin, VP, Data and AI Expert Services and Learning at IBM, Making Data Simple provides the latest thinking on big data, A.I., and the implications for the enterprise from a range of experts.

This week on Making Data Simple, we have Scott Taylor. Scott is the Data Whisperer, a thought leader, consultant on the strategic value of data management, Principal Consultant of MetaMeta Consulting and he practices data evangelism as a service. Scott discusses helping people understand the value and strategic importance of simple data.

Show Notes 1:25 – Scott’s back ground 4:30 – Does Scott talk to data? 5:20 – How long has Scott been in data? 6:50 - Data Management 13:12 - Data Story telling 17:05 – Structured data 25:08 - Core manifesto  25:48 – Bad data ideas Connect with Scott Taylor Scott Taylor - LinkedIn Scott Taylor - Twitter Scott Taylor – The Data Whisperer YouTube channel    Connect with the Team Producer Kate Brown - LinkedIn. Producer Steve Templeton - LinkedIn. Host Al Martin - LinkedIn and Twitter.  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.

[Replay] - Data Collaboration and A.I. with Adam Weinstein - Making Data Simple [Season 3 - Episode 3]

2020-08-19 Listen
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Adam Weinstein (Cursor) , Al Martin (IBM)

Send us a text Adam Weinstein is currently CEO and Co-Founder of Cursor, having worked at LinkedIn as a Senior Manager of Business Development and having founded enGreet, a print-on-demand greeting card company that merged crowd-sourcing with social expressions. In this episode, he describes his data analytics company and provides insight into creating a successful startup.


Shownotes

00:00 - Check us out on YouTube and SoundCloud!   

00:10 - Connect with Producer Steve Moore on LinkedIn & Twitter   

00:15 - Connect with Producer Liam Seston on LinkedIn & Twitter.   

00:20 - Connect with Producer Rachit Sharma on LinkedIn.

00:25 - Connect with Host Al Martin on LinkedIn & Twitter.   

00:55 - Connect with Adam Weinstein on LinkedIn.

03:55 - Find out more about Cursor.

06:45 - Learn more about Cursor's Co-Founder and CEO Adam Weinstein.

13:10 - Learn more about Big Data Analytics.

19:20 - What is Python/Jupyter Notebooks?

26:35 - Learn more about Data Fluency.

35:30 - What is a startup?  Want to be featured as a guest on Making Data Simple? Reach out to us at [email protected] and tell us why you should be next. The Making Data Simple Podcast is hosted by Al Martin, WW VP Technical Sales, IBM, where we explore trending technologies, business innovation, and leadership ... while keeping it simple & fun.