Why Data Culture is Company Culture

INCLUSION 2023
Attendees will learn how a dysfunctional data culture is a mirror of potentially larger company culture issues.

In-person session offerings are on a first-come, first-served basis. Seating is limited.

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As businesses become more data-driven, how companies utilize that data internally says a lot about their overall state of operations. A dysfunctional or absent data culture often mirrors a working environment that is riddled with internal fiefdoms, information leveraged for power, and disengaged employees. In this workshop, participants will learn about the connections between data culture and company culture, measure impact, and create meaningful change.

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn the connection between data culture and company culture.
  • Understand how data can be an instrument of political power inside companies.
  • Understand the danger of marginalized employees by exclusion from data assets.
  • Identify ways to assess and quantify data culture.
  • Implement strategies for data-driven inclusion and success.

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All virtual sessions inherently run the risk of audio or visual issues due to factors out of our control. If any technical difficulties arise, we appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to resolve it. All virtual sessions, unless marked as "LIVE ONLY" or "VIRTUAL LIVE ONLY", are recorded and will be available to view on demand until December 1, 2023.

Date(s) & Time(s): 
Monday, October 30, 2023 - 2:15pm to 3:15pm
Presenter: 

Jonathan Fowler

Jonathan
Fowler

Jonathan Fowler has over 20 years of experience in data analytics, data strategy, and data-driven change. His prior humanities and education background provides a unique perspective in data analytics in organizations, which drove his doctoral research and the development of the Kulturata Data Quotient. Dr. Fowler regularly consults with companies for assessment, training, and implementation of data analytics solutions that empower and engage all employees. In addition to his industry work, he teaches analytics and data ethics courses for both undergraduate and graduate students, is a conference speaker, and published author. He is an alumnus of Clemson University.

Wendy Dawson

Wendy
Dawson

Wendy Davis Dawson is a seasoned HR professional, whose career has journeyed through a diverse landscape in the world of corporate Human resources.  For the last decade, she has held pivotal HR leadership roles across various industries, geographic locations, and multinational environments.

What makes Wendy’s story unique is that for the first 20 years of her career, she founded, owned, and operated a large childcare center.  This chapter of her career cultivated in her a passion for people and a unique comprehension of the critical balance between business, its workforce, and governmental compliance.

As the Founder of The Dawson Group Human Capital Consulting, Wendy intertwines her sincere enthusiasm for business with her abiding passion for people. Her role surpasses conventional consulting; rather, she collaborates with business leaders to pave the way for transformative leadership, optimized teams, and adept navigation of contemporary business complexities.

Wendy proudly earned a Master of Human Resource Development degree from Clemson University, and the SHRM SCP credential. 

She is an avid supporter of Clemson Football.  In her free time, Wendy loves to travel and cherishes her role as a Grandmother to 9. 

Location: 
Chatham Ballroom C
Session Type: 
Concurrent Session
Competency: 
Business (Behavioral)
Leadership (Behavioral)
Intended Audience: 
Intermediate (Fostering I&D)
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