Ed Kelly, Data Strategist and Texas’ first Chief Data Officer, discusses the journey Texas took in building out data programs, cultures, and capabilities. He runs through some of the key attributes of a successful CDO as well as how to win people over in building a shared vision. The path wasn’t easy, but the story is very interesting and promises some key insights into how one of the largest states moved towards a more robust data-centered culture. Favorite quotes:> CDOs today have to have a balance of understanding> [Data] It is a hardcore thing. You just gotta be able to articulate it.> [This was a] critical component to the success of the Texas program. Was learning from others and then applying it to how Texas would be able to handle it.