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Office Depot
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Northwestern Mutual
Nordea
Nintendo
Nike
New Balance
Neuberger Berman
Netflix
Nestle
NBCU
Navy Federal Credit Union
Natwest
Nationwide
National Geographic
MUFG
Naspers
Nandos
Morrisons
Morgan Stanley
Monzo
Mondelez
Milwaukee
Micron
Michelin
MGM
Metlife
Ebay
McLaren
McDonalds
Mattel
Mastercard
Marshall
Mars
Marriott
Marks and Spencer
Market Basket
Makita
Maersk
Macy's
Lufthansa
Lowes
Lockheed Martin
Lloyds Bank
Linde
Lidl
Levis
Leica
Lego
Legal and General
Land o Lakes
Loreal
Kroger
Krispy Kreme
KraftHeinz
Kohls
KKR
KitchenAid
Kappa
King
KFC
KeyBank
Kelloggs
Keller Williams
Kawasaki
Just Eat
JP Morgan Chase
Jordan
Johnson and Johnson
John Lewis
Jersey Mikes
Jaguar
ITV
Instagram
ING
In N Out
IKEA
IHG
Hulu
HSBC
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Home Depot
Hinge
Hershey
Hermes
Hellman
Harley Davidson
HEB
HBO
Hawaiian Airlines
Hasbro
Harrods
Harper Collins
Hardees
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Leadership in a Connected World: Making Meaningful Moves with Data & Diversity - Pt 2

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Leadership in a Connected World: Making Meaningful Moves with Data & Diversity - Pt 2

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Leadership in a Connected World: Making Meaningful Moves with Data & Diversity - Pt 2

Speakers

Sarah Tijou

Sarah's extensive journalism experience spans across BBC Radio 1, BBC World Service, Global Radio, and ITN, leading output as a senior newsreader and producer. Her passion for uncovering and reporting the inclusive human element behind every story fuels her mission to provide invaluable insights and intelligence that drive positive, diverse change for both organizations and individuals. As Vice President of Communications at Spotlight, she continues to harness her storytelling prowess to guide international business leaders through transformative journeys, bringing a forward-thinking, global perspective to all endeavours. Beyond her career in the broadcast industry, Sarah's diverse experience as a police call handler, a bar manager, and a ski instructor, underscore her boundless curiosity and love for learning! Whether her summit is a snowy mountain peak or a global business conference, she'll certainly be there!

Sarah Tijou

Vice President of Communications

Panelle

Moderator

Leslie Lorenz

Leslie Lorenz is the Head of Americas Retail Go to Market at Snowflake working to support data strategy, data innovation, collaboration, and transformation across the retail and QSR industries. Leslie’s 20+ year data-focused career spans across retail, ecommerce, consulting and high-tech companies. Prior to joining Snowflake, Leslie built and led the Data and Analytics organisation at Lululemon and (most recently) as the Chief Data Officer at Chord Commerce, where she was key in transforming the culture of data and accelerating organisational growth. Prior to lululemon, she led strategic data initiatives across many organisations (including Microsoft, Nordstrom, Redfin, and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation) in the greater Seattle area. Leslie joined Snowflake in late 2021, to help retailers mobilise and enrich their data with the Snowflake Retail Data Cloud.

Leslie Lorenz

Head of Retail Go To Market

Snowflake

Partner

Desi Tocheva

Desi Tocheva is an experienced leader in digital and technology, known for guiding teams through big changes and transformations. She has worked across different industries and countries, helping businesses streamline their operations and improve efficiency. Currently, Desi is the Head of Digital & Technology for GB, Ireland, and Northern Europe at Diageo, where she has also led roles in strategic engagement and global digital initiatives. Her work focuses on improving technology and processes in various planning and financial areas. Before joining Diageo, Desi was the Global Transformation Lead at Reckitt, where she helped identify cost-saving opportunities and improve governance in policy compliance. She also worked at American Express Global Business Travel.

Desi Tocheva

Head of Digital and Technology GB, Ireland and Europe

Diageo

Speaker

Tshegofatso Sharon Machema

Tshegofatso Sharon Machema is a seasoned professional currently serving as the Manager of Data Governance and Operations at The Coca-Cola Company. In this role, she oversees the strategic management of data governance initiatives, ensuring data quality, compliance, and effective data utilization across the organization. With a robust background in business analysis, Sharon excels in process analysis, business intelligence, and business reporting. Her expertise is further reinforced by her previous roles as a Senior Data Governance Analyst and Data Engineer at Coca-Cola, where she played a crucial role in enhancing data governance frameworks and operational efficiencies.

Tshegofatso Sharon Machema

Manager - Data Governance and Operations

The Coca Cola Company

Speaker

Marie Banks

Recently honoured in the CIO Top 100 for the second year, Marie is highly IT strategist planner and delivery director, who excels in overcoming data quality, scalability, and AI expertise challenges. She fosters collaboration and ensures robust AI governance. Marie is team-oriented, emphasising her team's role in driving change. With over 9 years at DB Cargo (UK) Limited, holding positions like Chief Transformation and Digitalisation Officer, she is grateful for her talented colleagues who elevate their performance.

Marie Banks

IT Strategy Planning and Delivery Director

Croda

Speaker

Chantal Hannell

With over 10 years of experience in IT strategy and governance, Chantall specializes in aligning IT with business goals and optimizing data strategies. As Head of IT Strategy, Planning, and Governance, she excels in risk management and oversees complex technology transformations. Passionate about innovation, she addresses the challenges of integrating diverse systems and enhancing data flow, driving strategic initiatives that ensure effective collaboration and operational excellence.

Chantal Hannell

Head of IT Strategy, Planning & Governance

Spirax

Speaker

Tanya Campbell

Tanya is a positive and collaborative leader with over 20 years of experience in supply chain management, with expertise spanning sourcing, production, strategy, and transformation. Passionate about driving strategic change and optimizing best practices, she focuses on upstream supply chain functions at Burberry. Tanya regularly leverages data for quality control, vendor management, and the sourcing and production of leather and footwear goods. Her leadership ensures streamlined processes and high standards across teams, contributing to the brand's excellence in craftsmanship. She is also part of a women’s initiative within Burberry to support women within the business with career development.

Tanya Campbell

Director, Supply Chain Strategy

Burberry

Speaker

Heather Walker

Heather Walker is the Global Head of Data Science, Analytics & Visualisation at Specsavers, where she leads a team dedicated to driving data-driven transformation across the organization. With a PhD in Astrophysics and extensive experience in machine learning, Heather is a recognized leader in the field of data science. She has played a crucial role in building a data culture at Specsavers, earning numerous industry accolades for her work in delivering high-value data products and fostering a thriving analytics community. Her career spans various industries, including healthcare, retail, and e-commerce, where she has consistently demonstrated her ability to leverage cutting-edge technologies to create business value.

Heather Walker

Global Head of Data Science, Analytics & Visualisation

Specsavers

Speaker

Pallavi Kumar

Pallavi is an accomplished leader specializing in business transformation and change management. Currently, she serves as the Change Management Lead for Data & Analytics at Danske Bank, focusing on embedding change and strengthening data protection and management foundations. Previously, she was a Senior Transformation Manager at the LEGO Group, where she led key transformation programs over a three-year tenure. With over five years of experience at EY in People Advisory Services, Pallavi brings expertise in program management and change implementation. Recently, she participated in the 2024 Global Innovation Summit, sharing her insights on innovation and growth strategies.

Pallavi Kumar

Head of Change Management - Group Data & Analytics

Dankse Bank

Speaker

Overview:

In today's global business landscape, leaders must connect data across all types and scale to enable seamless collaboration. The key to success is knowing when to take risks for significant rewards and making decisive, influential decisions. But how do you get all the right facts and all the right data to make a bulletproof decision? We’ll find out in this exclusive roundtable. 

Building a network of advocates, mentors, and coaches is crucial for support and guidance. Identifying trusted advisors within the organisation ensures that decisions are well-informed. And embracing diversity enriches this process, bringing varied perspectives to the table and enhancing overall decision-making.

Topics of Discussion:

1. How can your organisation better leverage global connectivity to enhance data collaboration across various scales and workloads?

2. What data strategies do you have in place to identify and take calculated risks that could lead to significant rewards?

3. In what ways can you strengthen your network of advocates, mentors, and coaches to ensure sustained support and impactful decision-making?

4. How do you ensure that the advisors within your organisation are truly trusted and aligned with your strategic goals?

5. How can your data collection and analysis processes be adjusted to ensure they reflect and respect the diversity of your customer base and workforce?

6. In what ways can you ensure that diverse perspectives are included in the interpretation and application of data insights?

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