AI and data analytics are transforming business, and your data career can’t afford to be left behind. 🎙️ In this episode of Data Career School, I sit down with Ketan Mudda, Director of Data Science & AI Solutions at Walmart, to explore how AI is reshaping retail, analytics, and decision-making—and what it means for students, job seekers, and early-career professionals in 2026.
We dive into:
How AI is driving innovation and smarter decisions in retail and business
Essential skills data professionals need to thrive in an AI-first world
How AI tools like ChatGPT are changing the way analysts work
What employers look for beyond technical expertise
Strategies to future-proof your data career
Ketan also shares his journey from Credit Risk Analyst at HSBC to leading AI-driven initiatives at one of the world’s largest retailers.
Whether you’re starting your data career, exploring AI’s impact on business, or curious about analytics in action, this episode is packed with actionable insights, inspiration, and career guidance.
🎙️ Hosted by Amlan Mohanty — creator of Data Career School, where we explore AI, data analytics, and the future of work.
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