This time on The Next Big Question, we talk to data and analytics leader Dan Wulin, the head of data science and machine learning at Wayfair. Dan shares insights on how to increase the data velocity in organizations from the readiness of your data to the structure of your teams. We discuss how data, skill sets, and organizational readiness can impact the ability to move quickly and successfully implement machine learning models.

This time on The Next Big Question, we explore the impact of the digital revolution on corporate culture and what that means for HR Leaders. Joining us is Rebecca Sinclair, Chief People and Communications Officer at American Tire Distributors. Rebecca reflects on what culture means in an organization, shares a roadmap for changing culture in conjunction with digital transformation, and offers insights on reskilling employees to drive business outcomes.

This time on The Next Big Question, we speak with Matt Griffiths, vice president of data-driven transformation at Stanley Black & Decker. Griffiths discusses asking the right questions to ensure an outcome-driven approach to data. He shares insights on the four stages of analytics at his organization and the change management aspects of creating this outcome-based approach. 

This conversation on the Next Big Question features Jacqueline Welch, chief human resources officer and chief diversity officer at Freddie Mac. Jacqueline discusses the overlapping pandemics of a global health crisis and racial injustice. She reflects on what this moment has taught her about resilience and how organizations can embrace agility.

The Next Big Question this week features a conversation about leadership during times of crisis with Chief People Services Officer Mindy Geisser of Savers. The discussion explores the importance of prioritization, essential skills for developing managers, and why agility is crucial to thriving during a crisis.  

How can organizations adopt a more robust risk management approach to cybersecurity? That’s what we explore in this episode with Ben Sapiro, Global CISO for Great-West Life. Ben’s made an entire career out of evaluating risk, and he shares a framework for applying risk management principles to cybersecurity. He discusses the need for clear risk thresholds, strategies for communicating with the business in risk terms, and breaking away from old CISO perspectives. 

This week, we take a deep dive with Stephen Lavin, CTO of Redbox, to discuss consumer behavior and how Redbox is adapting their strategy to maintain a strong customer base. Listen as Stephen talks about consumer engagement, adaptive learning, and innovation from the perspective of a CTO.

In this episode, Drew and Liz discuss the concept and practice of Servant Leadership with Mike Zachman, CSO of Zebra. Mike shares how he develops his people and constantly works to sharpen his own leadership abilities.