Frontiers: Exploring the World of Data | The Peaks of Public Services | Beyond the Program

In this episode our guest host, Jazmin Furtado, speaks with Alexis Bonnell, Chief Information Officer and Director of the Digital Capabilities Directorate of the Air Force Research Laboratory, the primary scientific research and development center for the Department of the Air Force.

They discuss:

• The surprising story of how Alexis got into the public service sector.
• The ways that data enthusiasts can be used in this field.
• What it means to be an evidence-driven leader and why that approach to leadership is so crucial in public service.
• And much more!

About today’s guest: Alexis Bonnell is the Chief Information Officer and Director of the Digital Capabilities Directorate of the Air Force Research Laboratory, the primary scientific research and development center for the Department of the Air Force. She is responsible to develop and execute the AFRL Information Technology strategy, leading the strategic development of highly advanced next generation technologies and platforms for AFRL. Her focus includes catalyzing the discovery, development, and integration of warfighting technologies for air, space, and cyberspace forces via digital capabilities, IT infrastructure and technological innovation across the lab’s operations and culture.

About today’s host: Jazmin Furtado is currently a Technical Program Manager at Google where she leads a team of engineers and scientists to develop and deliver AI applications to federal agencies. Before Google, Jazmin was a part of the software innovation realm for the Department of Defense where she oversaw large-scale Data and Artificial Intelligence programs in the Air Force and Space Force. She has also held various leadership and advisory roles with organizations such as SpaceX, and Massachusetts General Hospital, where she designed and scaled AI, data, and education and training programs.

About the series: Our new series, “Frontiers: Exploring the World of Data”, dives into how people are using their data science minds to shape organizations and change the landscape outside of “Big Tech”. In each episode, we explore the far-reaching corners of the world of data. If you're curious about how data-minded individuals are making a difference in interesting, impactful and creative ways, then tune in!

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