Adopting a product mindset toward data science enhances value delivery, empowers stakeholders, and ensures impactful outcomes. In this session, we dive into the advantages of a comprehensive framework for data science and analytics projects, outlining the key stages of this human-centric approach. Discover how incorporating elements of agile and design-thinking can improve interactivity, reframe success, and drive impact that supports analytic investments. In this session, you'll gain insights into how a product-oriented approach enables data science and analytics practitioners to lead projects, set expectations, and deliver value continually.
Heather Harris is the Field Chief Data & Analytics Officer for Alteryx with deep experience leading and delivering data science, advanced analytics, and data technology solutions for some of the world's best-known brands. Beginning her career as an electrical and computer engineer, Heather spent decades in the semiconductor industry and pivoted her big data expertise into data science. As an author and speaker, Heather regularly helps enterprises increase their analytics maturity to realize data as a key organizational asset.
Heather Harris is the Field Chief Data & Analytics Officer for Alteryx with deep experience leading and delivering data science, advanced analytics, and data technology solutions for some of the world's best-known brands. Beginning her career as an electrical and computer engineer, Heather spent decades in the semiconductor industry and pivoted her big data expertise into data science. As an author and speaker, Heather regularly helps enterprises increase their analytics maturity to realize data as a key organizational asset.
Lauren Burke is a Data Scientist at CoverMyMeds, where she builds models and systems that improve understanding of user needs, enhance products, and discover opportunities. She began her data science career in the retail space, developing solutions across several areas including supply chain, inventory management, and enterprise business. Outside of work, Lauren is an active member of both local and larger tech communities. As the Director of Operations of Women in Analytics, a global community that promotes visibility to women making an impact in the analytics space, her primary focus lies in strategy and community growth. She is also the Host of the WIA After Hours podcast. Lauren is an avid supporter of initiatives that foster enthusiasm for STEM and encourage the development of creative problem-solving skills. She serves as a Core Advisor on the Midwest Big Data Hub’s Community Advisory Panel, a member of TECH CORPS’ Regional Steering Committee, Chair of COSI’s KINETIC Board, and a member of the scikit-learn Communication Team. She is the recipient of the inaugural Ohio Trailblazers Award, celebrating women transforming Ohio tech.
Lauren Burke is a Data Scientist at CoverMyMeds, where she builds models and systems that improve understanding of user needs, enhance products, and discover opportunities. She began her data science career in the retail space, developing solutions across several areas including supply chain, inventory management, and enterprise business. Outside of work, Lauren is an active member of both local and larger tech communities. As the Director of Operations of Women in Analytics, a global community that promotes visibility to women making an impact in the analytics space, her primary focus lies in strategy and community growth. She is also the Host of the WIA After Hours podcast. Lauren is an avid supporter of initiatives that foster enthusiasm for STEM and encourage the development of creative problem-solving skills. She serves as a Core Advisor on the Midwest Big Data Hub’s Community Advisory Panel, a member of TECH CORPS’ Regional Steering Committee, Chair of COSI’s KINETIC Board, and a member of the scikit-learn Communication Team. She is the recipient of the inaugural Ohio Trailblazers Award, celebrating women transforming Ohio tech.