#FutureOfData with Robin Thottungal, Chief Data Scientist at EPA

#FutureOfData with Robin Thottungal, Chief Data Scientist at EPA

Author: AnalyticsWeek July 13, 2017 Duration: 48:12
In this podcast, Robin discussed how an analytics organization functions in a collaborative culture. He shed some light on preparing a robust framework while working on policy rich setup. This talk is a must for anyone building an analytics organization with a culture-rich or policy rich environment. Timeline: 0:29 Robin's journey. 6:02 Challenges in working as a chief data scientist. 9:50 Two breeds of data scientists. 13:38 Introducing data science into large companies. 16:57 Creating a center of excellence with data. 19:52 Challenges in working with a government agency. 22:57 Creating a self-serving system. 26:29 Defining chief data officer, chief analytics officer, chief data scientist. 28:28 Designing an architecture for a rapidly changing company culture. 31:39 Future of analytics and data leaders. 35:47 Art of doing business and science of doing business. 42:26 Perfect data science hire. 45:08 Closing remarks. Podcast link: https://futureofdata.org/futureofdata-with-robin-thottungal-chief-data-scientist-at-epa/ Here's Robin's bio on his current EPA Role: - Leading the Data Analytics effort of 15,000+ member agency through providing strategic vision, program development, evangelizing the value of data-driven decision making, bringing a lean-start up approach to the public sector & building advanced data analytics platform capable of real-time/batch analysis. -Serving as Chief data scientist for the agency, including directing, coordinating, and overseeing the division’s leadership of EPA’s multi­media data analytics, visualization, and predictive analysis work along with related tools, application development, and services. -Develop and oversee the implementation of Agency policy on integration analysis of environmental data, including multi­media analysis and assessments of environmental quality, status, and trends. -Develop, market, and implement tactical and strategic plans for the Agency’s data management, advanced data analytics, and predictive analysis work. -Lead cross­federal, state, tribal, and local government data partnerships as well as information partnerships with other entities. About #Podcast: #FutureOfData podcast is a conversation starter to bring leaders, influencers, and lead practitioners to discuss their journey to create the data-driven future. Wanna Join? If you or any you know wants to join in, Register your interest @ http://play.analyticsweek.com/guest/ Want to sponsor? Email us @ info@analyticsweek.com Keywords: #FutureOfData #DataAnalytics #Leadership #Podcast #BigData #Strategy

The landscape of data and analytics is shifting faster than ever, driven by the people who build the systems, challenge the norms, and imagine what comes next. The Future of Data Podcast from AnalyticsWeek sits down with those very people for substantive, often unexpected, dialogues. Each episode is a direct conversation with a leader, an influencer, or a change maker who is actively shaping this dynamic world. You’ll hear less from theorists and more from practitioners in the trenches, discussing the real-world implications of new technologies, the evolving ethics of data use, and the practical strategies that separate hype from genuine transformation. This podcast delves into the human stories behind the data stacks, exploring the challenges, failures, and breakthroughs that define modern analytics. It’s a space for nuanced discussion that goes beyond surface-level trends to examine how data is fundamentally altering industries, governance, and our daily lives. Listen for candid insights on building effective teams, navigating the complexities of AI integration, and anticipating what the next decade of innovation might demand from professionals at every level. These are the essential conversations for anyone who needs to understand not just what is happening in data, but why it matters and where we might be headed. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of the tools, ideas, and individuals charting the course forward.
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