This week, we invite you to embark on a captivating journey with, Malliga Krishnan, Vice President & Head of Insights & Data, Capgemini Australia & New Zealand. Inspired by her mother's career as a risk consultant, Malliga shaped her professional goals from a young age. With over 20 years of experience, she is a fervent supporter of creating high-performing teams and contributing back to the society through Data and AI. Tune in to the full episode now.

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The latest episode brings the story of Daniela Rittmeier, Head of Data & AI Center of Excellence, I&D Germany, a trailblazer and an industry expert who made her mark in Data and AI. Undeterred and unstoppable, Daniela left no stone unturned to pivot her career and explore new avenues. Get ready to be wowed as we uncover her interesting journey in the latest episode. Tune in now.

Timestamps:

00:48| First job and starting as an architect 

04:08| About Data and AI field 

07:43| Work life balance 

10:38| Diversity of thought in Data and AI 

11:55| Why Data and AI

Quotes: 

13:11| "AI is the field to be in to, to create the future and to develop the thing which change our future and also to be part of teams to create the future ,we want for our children.” – Daniela Rittmeier

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Driven by her belief that education is the key to opening doors and creating opportunities, Shabina Bibi, Head of Operations, Insights & Data, Capgemini Denmark, pursued a master's degree in business management and later became an SAP consultant. Shabina's commitment to lifelong learning and passion for education has shaped her career. Listen to the full episode for an inspiring conversation, as our host Jennifer Okimoto is joined by Shabina Bibi. Tune in now.

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In the most recent episode, Parinaz Mohsenpour, Senior Manager, Insights & Data, Capgemini Australia, shares her experiences and insights on the importance of conquering your self-doubts and stepping out of your comfort zone. Her passion for problem-solving started with her love for mathematics, which later developed into a desire to solve client problems. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an accomplished leader and be inspired. Tune in now.

Timestamps: 

01:14| From Iran to Australia

05:33| The biggest moment in life

08:21| Key skills in Data and AI and things to know before starting career 

10:21| Why is giving your decisions enough time and thoughts important. 

12:02| Work-life balance

Quotes: 

07:13 | "I think data is the most valuable asset and is something that all of these organization company use for making decisions or gain more competitive advantage and generate value for their business." – Parinaz Mohsenpour

09:07 | "I would say invest sufficient time to learn and understand all their relevant concept in depth and also try to different areas or pathway to find out which area interests you more and it is something that you really want to pursue as your career over next few years." – Parinaz Mohsenpour

11:18 | "I think there will be always moments of doubt and fear of failure and temptation of not leaving or comfort. " – Parinaz Mohsenpour

11:44 | "We need to take a step outside of the box. And what you need to have is the courage, perseverance and hard work and more importantly, patient to reach your goals." – Parinaz Mohsenpour

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In the latest episode of Her Story, we introduce you to Sarina Ravindran, Engagement Manager at Capgemini India. Her continuous pursuit of learning and growth highlights the value of a supportive work atmosphere that encourages personal development and camaraderie. Hear the entire story and be inspired.

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Timestamps: 

01:15 | Lessons from Sarina’s journey

02:55| Love for Data & AI 

03:38| Things you should know when starting your career

05:40| The bliss of having a supportive team

07:21| Importance of taking a step back while solving complex problems

Quotes:
03:31 | “I think I have learned over a period of time, so I would say like things which are of importance is never to give up.” – Sarina Ravindran
03:50 | “There will be many challenging situations and we might feel at times that this is just the end.” – Sarina Ravindran
09:23 | “There are moments where you feel OK, you do not have the adequate information, but when you have a wonderful team to support, you have experts within the team.” – Sarina Ravindran 

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WHAT IS HER STORY?

Every leader has a different story, but they all have one thing in common– at one point in their lives, they took a giant leap that changed their career. We asked our female colleagues for their perspectives on how the business landscape has evolved throughout their careers, their advice for data and AI professionals to establish themselves as experts, and what motivates them to work in data and AI.

The Her Story podcast series brings you inspiring stories from remarkable women of data and AI global practice at Capgemini, aiming to influence you on your career journeys and carve your own path. Get a chance to meet our amazing leaders and gain knowledge that could shape your career. Tune in to the podcast and get inspired!

This week, we bring you a story of resilience and triumph, an inspiring conversation with Melanie Brown, Vice President, Insights & Data, Capgemini NA. From a military veteran to Data and AI leader, Melanie's journey shows the power of human spirit to overcome even the toughest of challenges.  

Tune in to the latest episode of Her Story podcast series as she shares important moments from her career journey. 

Timestamps:  

00:47 | First job and journey to military 

02:38 | Beginning of data journey from chemistry  

03:09 | Experiences in business 

03:48 | Z-Effect 

09:31 | The greatest influence – grandmother  

11:04 | Advice for people starting their career 

13:00 | Why do you need a mentor 

Quotes: 

08:28 | "Don't be a passenger. Be the driver, and what I mean by that is. Not owning a task, don't wait to be told what to do. Don't just own a task but own the results and own that." – Melanie Brown 

10:44 | "Be fearless to and ask a lot of questions." – Melanie Brown 

11:28 | “You'll have to take the lead, be the driver of not only your career, but what it is you want to do, how you want to contribute.” – Melanie Brown 

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In this episode of Her Story, Sangeeta Ron, Senior Director, Insights & Data, Capgemini US, takes us into the world of consulting and leadership through her journey. With two double master’s degrees from top universities, she is a firm believer in the power of focusing on one’s strengths. Sangeeta’s story is a perfect example that no dream is too big to be achieved.

If you are looking to improve your leadership skills and achieve personal growth, tune in to the fourth episode of Her Story podcast to gain valuable insights and inspiration.  

Timestamps:  

02:26 | Starting as a young lecturer and learning the value of courage  

03:34 | Making switches in career and challenges that come with it 

06:56 | Power Ahead Leadership Program  

10:00 | Failure as a method of growth and  

14:31 | Belief and confidence in one's abilities 

Quotes: 

05:40 | "A consultant has to wear many hats, and it's very important always to place yourself in your client's shoes." – Sangeeta Ron 

07:22 | "It is more effective if you focus on your strengths rather than your weaknesses." – Sangeeta Ron 

08:10 | "To be a great leader, you need to be able to lead with courage and compassion." – Sangeeta Ron 

10:44 | "Failure is also important as long as you are. Able to quickly learn from it and adapt and change your path." – Sangeeta Ron 

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Wenjuan Chen, Data Scientist and a Data Science People Leader, believes in the power of perseverance and having a growth mindset, joins Jennifer Okimoto, Director, Insights & Data, Capgemini North America, for this episode of Her Story podcast series.  

 
From a TV reporter to a data scientist while accomplishing Ph.D. in Ecosystem Science and Management, and learning to code, Wenjuan's journey highlights the power of having a growth mindset. Tune in to be inspired. 

Timestamps:  

01:21 | Career evolution from media to IT 

03:09 | How to be a successful professional in Data Science 

05:04 | Data Science is the pursuit of life 

06:53 | Magic of diversity  

08:41 | Pausing and navigating tough times 

15:05 | Importance of growth mindset 

Quotes: 

08:21 | “There are always multiple ways to solve a problem.” – Wenjuan Chen 

09:56 | “When I am burned out, I relax. When I feel better, I come back.” – Wenjuan Chen 

10:44 | “Believe in yourself. Secondly, perseverance is the key. And then thirdly, reach out for help.” – Wenjuan Chen 

14:41 | “What matters is that you need to keep trying in the process and you keep building..” – Wenjuan Chen 

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In the second episode of Her Story podcast series, Erika Osborn, Solution Architect, Capgemini Australia, joins Breanna Osborn, Head of Change & Culture, Capgemini Australia.  

Erika is passionate about problem-solving and coding and loves the challenges that come her way as a part of her job. While grabbing every chance to get hands-on experience and discovering ways to contribute outside her regular skillset, Erika has made a transition in her career from being a Mechatronics undergrad to a Solution Architect. Tune in now! 

Time Stamps:  

02:12 | Starting work after undergrads 

06:39 | Being a good leader 

08:05 | Coming out as a transgender 

10:53 | Work-life balance and building trust within teams 

11:52 | Skills for building a career in Data and AI 

QUOTES: 

02:17 | " It's not of a huge importance where exactly you start in the business. It's always just going to be an interesting mix of different projects, and you're always going to be learning box." – Erika Osborn  

06:39 | " I think a good leader is someone who recognizes the strengths and talents of the people they're working with." – Erika Osborn 

12:59 | "I think the best way to scale your skill up in this area is just a hands-on experience. So, if that means being on a client project and picking up opportunities where you can, that's probably the best way." – Erika Osborn 

15:00 | " If I have any final words, it's just to find colleagues here who will support you and advocate for you, and you do the same for them so you can work together to build each other up. " – Erika Osborn 

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In this episode, Liz takes our listeners through her exciting career, shares a slice-of-life perspective on data and AI, and talks about the dynamic world of data changing at a fast pace and how to keep up with it.  

Liz Henderson, Executive Advisor, Insights & Data, Capgemini UK, helps organizations revolutionize how they manage their data and lead their large-scale change management data initiative, joins Jennifer Okimoto, Director, Insights & Data, Capgemini North America, for the first episode of Her Story podcast series.  

Time Stamps:  

01:01 | Working in the world of data 

01:45 | Personal journey 

03:51 | Opportunities in data and AI 

06:09 | Change management in an organization 

09:31 | Building confidence 

10:37 | 3 Cs of leadership 

12:30 | Work-life balance and setting boundaries 

QUOTES: 

04:53 | "Be curious and understand the data that you have available to you." 

06:35 | "And I always say that any data initiative is 80% success of your people and just 10% technology in 10% process." – Liz Henderson 

07:15 | "I always used to define myself by my work. And I've learned that as a mistake, you are your work. And if you've not got a job, you're miserable. You're not important, which is complete rubbish." – Liz Henderson 

14:13 | "Absolutely nobody knows everything, and it's actually a strength to be asking for help." – Liz Henderson 

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