Figure It Out With Fatema El-Wakeel

S 4 Episode 21: Special Episode - Strategic Leadership in Data


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JACK SWEENEY interviewed me about Data Strategy in CFO THOUGHT LEADER podcast. I shared the reason why I took a decision years ago to blend academic rigor with industry applications as well as my thoughts on different data strategy applications - I genuinely enjoyed the chat, thanks Jack!!!Link to episode: https://lnkd.in/eAEErXNd ; let me know your thoughts in the comments please 😊 In this podcast, we discuss data strategy and my Institute for Manufacturing (IfM), University of Cambridge research, my thoughts on industry applications from Unilever and other organisations as well as best practices when it comes to data culture and roadmaps (all examples used are in public domain with shared links in the podcast; thoughts shared were my own)


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Blending academic rigor with industry acumen- Fatema El-Wakeel, PHD has multiple professional lives inside the data strategy realm. Her multifaceted career encompasses roles at the University of Cambridge, where she imparts knowledge as a seasoned educator, and at Unilever, where she shapes strategic data initiatives. Fatema also lends her expertise as a non-executive director (Institute of Management Accountants), showcasing her versatility and leadership in diverse settings.

A crucial aspect of her professional life is the intersection of academia and industry. Fatema champions the idea that academic research can profoundly inform practical solutions, while real-world challenges can drive academic inquiry. This synergy enhances both realms, fostering innovation and effective problem-solving.

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Figure It Out With Fatema El-WakeelBy Fatema El-Wakeel, MBA, CMA