#83 The Chief Data and Analytics Officer Role (CDAO) with David Thomas – Data Analytics Executive

<p>David Thomas is an executive with significant experience in strategy, data &amp; analytics, and multiple functions that enable organisations. Since 2016, he has been responsible for BNZ's Information Strategy, establishing a market-leading position with a strategy to deliver actionable insight and enhance customer experiences. Change has been a reoccurring theme of his career, including business turnaround, transformation, the introduction of new competencies / operating models, and to enable growth. David's professional experience shows a proven track record of delivering sustainable results - frequently fueled by insight and strong execution.&nbsp;</p> <p><em><strong>Enjoy the show!&nbsp;</strong></em></p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>We speak about:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>[00:30] About David Thomas&nbsp;</p> <p>[05:50] What did you learn from your thesis?&nbsp;</p> <p>[18:00] What are the reasons people stop having a close interaction with the data?&nbsp;</p> <p>[23:10] What are the components of a good CDAO?&nbsp;</p> <p>[33:15] How do you keep large teams productive?&nbsp;</p> <p>[38:00] Advice for future data leaders&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Resources:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>David’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidthomasnz/&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Quotes:</strong></p> <p>“If you can measure things, then you can get better.”&nbsp;</p> <p>“You can never underestimate the language.”&nbsp;</p> <p>“Tech is moving so fast; you can’t do it on your own. Partnering is so important.”&nbsp;</p> <p>“You need to partner for thought leadership.”&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Thank you to our sponsors:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.fyrebox.com/">Fyrebox</a> - Make Your Own Quiz!</p> <p><a href="https://studyonline.rmit.edu.au/online-programs/master-data-science">RMIT Online Master of Data Science Strategy and Leadership</a></p> <p>Gain the advanced strategic, leadership and data science capabilities required to influence executive leadership teams and deliver organisation-wide solutions.</