Discover how Alteryx SparkED is transforming accounting education in this episode of the Alter Everything Podcast. Guest host Eric Roy interviews professors Ashley Davis (University of Oklahoma) and Ahmet Kurt (Bentley University) about integrating Alteryx into their accounting curricula. Learn how data analytics, automation, and low-code tools are preparing students for the future of accounting. Hear real-world stories of students landing jobs with Alteryx skills, practical tips for educators, and the impact of AI and automation on the profession. 

Panelists: 

• Eric Roy, Sr. Instructional Program Manager @ Alteryx - @ericroy, LinkedIn
• Ashley Davis, Associate Professor of Accounting @ University of Oklahoma - @adavis1, LinkedIn
• Ahmet Kurt, Associate Professor of Accounting @ Bentley University - @Ahmet_Kurt, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Alteryx SparkED Program
• Alteryx Community Learning Paths and Tutorials
• Alteryx Certification Exam

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Join us on the Alter Everything Podcast as we sit down with Olga Beregovaya, Vice President of AI at Smartling, to explore the evolving landscape of translation technology and AI model strategy. In this episode, Olga shares her 25+ years of experience in language technology, discusses the shift from rule-based to transformer models, and explains the importance of purpose-built AI models for translation.

Panelists: 

• Olga Beregovaya, VP of AI @ Smartling - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Smartling
• DeepL
• Google Vertex AI
• IBM Watsonx
• AWS Bedrock
• Azure OpenAI
• Scale AI
• TELUS International

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

In this episode, Michael Keiffer, an Alteryx training specialist and Alteryx ACE, shares his extensive experience in data analytics, particularly in internal audit. Michael discusses the pivotal role of data analytics in improving audit processes, highlighting the limitations of traditional sampling methods. Tune in to hear about the transformative potential of tools like Alteryx in automating and enhancing audit practices, saving auditors an incredible amount of time!

Panelists:

• Michael Keiffer, President/Owner @ Michael P. Keiffer, CPA, P.C. - @mkeiffer, LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show Notes:

• Office of Finance Alteryx Starter Kit
• Interactive Lessons
• Alteryx & Excel Guide

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

In this Alter Everything Episode, we sit down with Nick Schrock, CTO and founder of Dagster Labs, to discuss the essentials of AI data readiness, the challenges organizations face in context engineering, and the importance of governance in AI-driven data workflows. If you choose to tune in, you will learn how to prepare your data for AI, implement effective data pipeline strategies, and navigate organizational AI mandates. 

Panelists: 

• Nick Shrock, Founder @ Dagster Labs - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Dagster Labs

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Join us as we sit down with Christina Stathopoulos, founder of Dare to Data and former Google and Waze data strategist, to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities for women in data science and AI. In this episode, you'll learn how data bias and AI algorithms can impact women and minority groups, why diversity in tech teams is crucial, and how inclusive design can lead to better, fairer technology. Christina shares her personal journey as a woman in data, offers actionable advice for overcoming imposter syndrome, and highlights the importance of education and allyship in building a more inclusive future for data and AI. 

Panelists: 

• Christina Stathopoulos, Founder of Dare to Data - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Dare to Data
• Diversity at Alteryx
• Invisible Women
• Unmasking AI

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Celebrate a decade of innovation, learning, and connection in the Alteryx Community! In this special 10th anniversary episode of Alter Everything, we hear from you as we explore the stories and milestones that have defined the Alteryx Community over the past ten years. Hear firsthand accounts from users like you (maybe even you reading this) whose lives and careers have been transformed through mentorship, career advancement, or lifelong friendships. This episode highlights the power of Community in the world of data analytics. Join us as we honor the people, stories, and achievements that make the Alteryx Community truly special.

Guests: 

• Matt Rotundo, Engagement Engineer @Alteryx - @AlteryxMatt, LinkedIn
• Alex Gross, Sr. Process Analyst @ Siemens - @grossal, LinkedIn
• Nicole Johnson, Sr. Manager Product Management @ Alteryx - @NicoleJ, LinkedIn
• Matt Montgomery, Data Sherpa @ Montgomery Solutions - @mmontgomery, LinkedIn
• Calvin Tang, Group Manager, Business Solutions & Enablement @ Prudential PLC - @Caltang, LinkedIn
• Samantha Clifton, Sr. Sales Engineer @ Alteryx - @Samantha_Jayne, LinkedIn
• Luke Cornetta, Sr. Director @ Alvarez and Marsal - @LukeC, LinkedIn
• Ben Stringer, Data Consultant @ Bulien - @BS_THE_ANALYST, LinkedIn
• Roan Pilsworth, Data Consultant @ Bulien - @pilsner, LinkedIn
• Alex Abi-Najm, Solutions and Enablement Lead @ Aimpoint Digital - @alexnajm, LinkedIn
• Shan Miralles, Quantitative Analyst @ JP Morgan Chase - @shancmiralles, LinkedIn
• Dan Menke, Community Ops Sr. Manager @ Alteryx - @DanM, LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Inspire Conference
• Alteryx ACE Program
• Advent of Code
• Weekly Challenges and Cloud Quests
• Alteryx User Groups
• Alteryx Academy
• Alteryx Interactive Lessons
• Alteryx Certification
• SparkEd
• Road to Inspire

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Join us in a discussion with Richie Cotton, Senior Data Evangelist at DataCamp and host of the DataFramed podcast, for a special crossover episode exploring the hottest topics in data science, analytics, and artificial intelligence! Don’t miss the full video of this conversation on YouTube! Discover whether AI will reduce the need to learn coding, the real-world applications of AI agents, and what it truly means to be an "AI-first" company. Get expert insights, practical advice for building a career in data and AI, and learn how to stay ahead in a rapidly changing tech landscape.

Panelists: 

• Richie Cotton, Senior Data Evangelist @ DataCamp,LinkedIn, X
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• DataFramed podcast
• DataCamp Skill Track: Alteryx Fundamentals
• Gartner Agentic AI article
• WSJ Agentic AI article

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

Unlock the power of Alteryx for tax professionals in this insightful episode of Alter Everything! Join us in an interview with Adrian Steller, Director of Tax Technology at Ryan, to explore how Alteryx revolutionizes tax processes, automates data workflows, and enhances efficiency for tax teams. Discover real-world Alteryx use cases in VAT compliance, transfer pricing, and automation, and learn practical tips for transitioning from Excel to Alteryx. Whether you’re a tax analyst, data professional, or business leader, this episode provides actionable insights on leveraging Alteryx for tax data transformation, reporting, and analytics.

Panelists: 

• Adrian Steller, Director @ International Tax Technology - LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Ryan (Company)
• Ryan Tax Lab (Podcast)
• Alteryx Community Blogs
• Alteryx Help Docs

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Owen Coyle, a technical consultant at Bulien and the 2025 Alteryx Grand Prix champion! Owen shares his journey into using Alteryx, experiences competing in the Grand Prix, and advice for future competitors. We also talk with Owen about the excitement of the Alteryx Grand Prix, preparation strategies, and insights into his day-to-day work as a technical consultant. 

Panelists: 

• Owen Coyle, Technical Consultant @ Bulien - @TheOC, LinkedIn
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Grand Prix
• Weekly Challenges
• Advent of Code

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.

In this episode of Alter Everything, we chat with Alex Patrushev, Head of Product at Nebius. We discuss the gaps organizations face between data and business impact, strategies to bridge these gaps, and the role of AI in these processes. Alex explains Nebius' mission to make AI accessible, the challenges of building data centers and software from scratch, and innovative solutions like their data center in Finland. The conversation also covers key components for effectively bridging data and business impact, such as project selection, stakeholder communication, team skills, data quality, and tech stack.

Panelists: 

• Alexander Patrushev, Head of Product for AI/ML @ Nebius
• Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers, LinkedIn

Show notes: 

• Nebius
• Data Version Control

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This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music.