In this episode, we welcome back Ylan Kazi, Chief Data and AI Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, to discuss the transformative power of data strategy and AI in healthcare. Discover how Ylan and his team are building data literacy, overcoming organizational challenges, and leveraging generative AI for innovation."

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Chapters:

00:06 – Introduction to Elon Kazi and his role in the Data Storytellers community.

01:04 – The foundation of data leadership and crafting a playbook for Chief Data Officers.

02:19 – Deep dive into prioritization in data leadership.

03:08 – Ylan Kazi’s role and journey as Chief Data and AI Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota.

05:10 – The significance of data strategy in organizations and upcoming discussions in the Data Storytellers community.

06:46 – Simplifying the concept of data strategy for business leaders.

08:45 – Clarifying the roles of Chief Data Officers and their evolving responsibilities.

12:20 – Informal beginnings of data leadership roles and building a formal Chief Data Officer position.

14:25 – Cultivating a data-centric culture and promoting data literacy.

20:00 – Approaches to implementing data literacy programs: Internal vs. external strategies.

24:13 – Identifying metrics for measuring the success of data literacy programs.

30:31 – Exploring generative AI’s rapid rise and its impact on businesses.

34:42 – Preparing for the challenges and realities of implementing AI in organizations.

38:47 – Discussing bias in AI and its implications for innovation and societal impact.

42:57 – Closing thoughts and the importance of community discussions in data leadership.