Randy Bean, Knowledge Expert and Business Advisor for North America, DataIQ.

Editorial, Insight

2025 AI and data leadership – Executive benchmark survey leadership, transformation, and innovation in an AI future

Randy Bean's report on AI and data leadership in 2025 provides stunning insights into the lay of the land for data professionals.

Editorial, Report

Become the next data leader: How the DataIQ Academy for Future Leaders (AFL) benefits aspirational data professionals

[…] for Future Leaders (AFL). Jordan initially believed that excelling in technical skills and showcasing being the best developer or data scientist was the key to reaching a leadership position. However, the AFL helped him realise that leadership goes beyond technical expertise and involves mentoring, strategy, and business impact. “It has always been the end […]

An apprentice raises their hand in a data academy seminar to ask a question.

Editorial, Member Article

Starting a data academy programme: A blueprint for success

[…] across the company. Upskilling: By receiving training and knowledge through the programme, team members across organisations will be capable leveraging digital tools and technologies effectively. Step 2: Leadership support The trigger for the programme should have been discussed at senior level within the company. As with all transformation initiatives, senior level sponsorship is key. It is beneficial if the […]

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing – Developing the next generation of data leader

In this rapidly evolving environment, defining a clear path to leadership can be a difficult process, particularly within organisations that have yet to make any significant strides on the journey toward becoming data-driven. At a DataIQ Leaders roundtable in September 2021, members discussed the best methods for developing the next generation of data leaders. […]

Martin Aylward, Head of Data and CRM, EDF, and Cici Whitcomb, Data Engineer, EDF, discussing their data office wins.

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Winning awards – How EDF energised its data office vibe

Leadership is essential Aylward began by emphasising the importance of building a strong data culture within EDF and aligning the core of that culture with the net-zero emissions ambitions. This is a long-term journey that requires a consistent combination of leadership, technical expertise, and community. This is only possible with regular communication, clear […]

Adrian Gregory, Co-founder of DataIQ has announced that DataIq will be merging with Data Leaders.

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DataIQ and Data Leaders Merge to Form No. 1 Service to Enable Success of Data and AI Leadership

[…] network that connects leaders to trusted expertise and practical insights. Continuous Learning and Development delivered via customised workshops, events, and best-practice resources. Recognition of Excellence in data leadership with DataIQ’s prestigious awards programmes and the influential DataIQ 100. With these offerings, DataIQ enables data and AI leaders to make significant, demonstrable impacts. Leadership […]

Two data leaders, a woman and a man, at a roundtable discussing data culture at the DataIQ discussion event in 2022.

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5 ways to spot strong data culture

[…] be other teams that actively recruit someone from another department to utilise their skills, insight and background to improve the connection between departments. Furthermore, is the senior leadership actively engaged with the conversation and taking part, or simply speaking down the hierarchy rather than absorbing suggestions from below? As a data leader, it […]

An aeroplane landing at Heathrow airport.

Editorial, Member Case Study

DataIQ Member Case Study: Heathrow – A lesson in data ethics success

[…] of the policies and procedures around it fundamentally stifles innovation.” Data ethics should “fall under the banner of the Chief Data Officer, or equivalent,” said Isenman. “Data leadership should be considered in the same way as cyber leadership or sustainability leadership – ultimately, it is there to drive the business and it will not […]

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DataIQ Leaders briefing – Getting the most out of automating analytics

[…] be one of the senior executive. According to research undertaken by DataIQ early this year, 44% of organisations believe that greater buy-in to data from the senior leadership team would help to overcome threats to the effective use of data throughout the business. A fully bought-in product champion from within the leadership team is […]

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DataIQ 100 North America to be unveiled at Nashville Summit

The DataIQ 100 has long been acknowledged as a benchmark for leadership in data and AI. Expanding its reach to North America reinforces DataIQ’s commitment to showcasing and connecting the individuals driving data-led transformation across industries. “Recognizing the leaders driving data and AI is not just about celebrating individual achievement but also acknowledging the […]

Editorial, Member Case Study

DataIQ 100 – Lorenzo Bavasso, BT: Underpinning business transformation with AI

Lorenzo Bavasso, Data and AI Director – Digital, BT Business, BT A decade of consulting experience at Accenture, followed by a variety of leadership roles culminating in his current role at BT, has given Lorenzo a deep understanding of how to use technology to drive business results. This was most recently seen in the […]

Future Leader attendees in London for the 2025 reveal

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DataIQ unveils the 2025 Future Leaders

[…] data sector is facing into unprecedented opportunity, demand and technological change, while at the same time having to cope with pressure on resources, funding and talent, skilled leadership is essential to delivering on the promise of data and AI for organisations,” said David Reed, Chief Knowledge Officer and Evangelist, DataIQ. “That is why DataIQ […]

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The 2024 DataIQ Awards celebrated AI breakthroughs, cultural developments, and new industry leadership at sold-out event

[…] work quelling the fears of data across his team and the wider organisation; NatWest’s Gordan Jackson won Global Data and Analytics Leader of the Year for his leadership and data-driven innovation; and Danique Hekkema, Data Literacy Consultant at Data Booster was named New Talent or Data Apprentice (Enabler) for her work promoting data literacy […]

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Corndel and Imperial College Business School – Developing data skills and talent

In response to unprecedented demand, Corndel has teamed up with Imperial College Business School to create professional apprenticeships that organisations can utilise to increase their capabilities in data management, leadership and technology.

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DataIQ DEI Working Group – Initial challenges, finding allies and assessing impacts

[…] have collaborated closely on a broad range of initiatives – visual arts, music, food, youth, charities, business, sports and more. I also got buy-in from the leadership teams at a well-established law firm and a financial service provider for their DEI journeys. These still exist and are continuing to grow. One started very […]

Niresh Rajah, Group Chief Data Officer, Danske Bank, and DataIQ 100 member. The driving force behind Data Driven Danske.

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DataIQ 100 Success Series: Data Driven Danske – Leveraging data in a new way for legacy business

[…] an eminent financial institution in the wider market. It is a five-year plan that will come to fruition in 2028 and has complete backing by the executive leadership team and board. When this is coupled with Data Driven Danske, the data transformation within the business will be radical.” On Rajah’s side, delivering a successful […]

David Reed standing on stage discussing governance, such as the new Data Use and Access Bill.

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Planning data apprenticeships? Follow these 5 Ps

[…] and analytics. Aside from recruitment at the lower level, there can also be benefits for retention by putting in place schemes for data scientists, while management and leadership could also find the upskilling support they need to cope with this fast-paced discipline. Whatever level apprenticeships are aimed at, there are some common themes around […]

Deepak JoseGlobal Head of One Demand Data and Analytics (ODDA) Solutions, Mars, speaking at an event.

Editorial, Member Case Study

Silos and dashboards: Mars’ voyage of data foundations to influence today’s business decisions for a better tomorrow

[…] wake of others, Mars has demonstrated that the power of data can be leveraged to achieve success, competitive advantage and make a real difference. The data leadership team at Mars takes a pragmatic and proactive approach to examining and identifying issues across the business and then implementing a range of solutions to deliver […]

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Editorial, Roundtable Writeup

Leaders Summit: Key points from our “talent in data” roundtable sessions

[…] integrate quickly and generate value. Healthy churn can help ensure that teams retain the dynamism and ambition that comes with new, diverse recruits. What does good data leadership look like and how can we inspire/develop the next generation of data leaders? Are you a leader? It’s a direct question that split delegates almost evenly […]

Editorial, Member Article

Turning the data and analytics function into a trusted advisor

[…] The qualities of a trusted advisor Since the original publication of “The Trusted Advisor”, the concept has been adopted and expanded upon greatly by management consultancies and leadership coaches. It is now possible to find lists of the qualities needed that literally range between five and 32 characteristics. While these tend to reflect the […]

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