In this episode of Data Analytics Chat, host Ben welcomes Priya Gopal, a seasoned professional who has worked with major pharma companies like Takeda and GSK and recently founded her own consulting firm, Inferential Data LLC. 

Priya shares her journey from a hands-on database developer to a strategic leader in the field of clinical research. She discusses the importance of cultural readiness for transformation, the role of data standards in drug discovery, and the challenges in implementing these standards across global teams. 

Priya also provides insights into balancing regulatory requirements with internal data governance and the potential for cross-industry collaboration to drive innovation in pharma. 

00:00 Introduction to Transformation and Leadership

01:23 Guest Introduction and Career Journey

04:14 Defining Moments and Leadership Insights

10:20 Challenges and Lessons in Pharma

20:34 Creating Data Standards in Pharma

28:42 Balancing Global Regulations and Internal Governance

34:18 The Role of AI and Automation

39:42 Cross-Industry Collaboration and Future Opportunities

44:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Thank you for listening!