In Season 2, Episode 7 of Data Afterhours, I’m joined by Walter Chesla, Manager of Analytics Insights at Archetype Consulting.

We chat about life beyond analytics from mountain biking and Lego builds to his passion for tracking health data. Walter shares how he makes space for creativity, movement, and fun outside the day-to-day.

In Season 2, Episode 6 of Data Afterhours, I’m joined by Rekha Srivatsan, SVP and CMO of Tableau, a Salesforce Company. Rekha has played a key role in shaping the Tableau brand, but in this episode, we take a step away from the spotlight and talk about life beyond work. From her love of gardening to her appreciation for all things Bravo, we explore the things that help her slow down, recharge, and stay connected outside of her professional world.

In Season 2, Episode 5 of Data Afterhours, I’m joined by Kayla Swain, Business Intelligence Specialist at ArchWell Health and co-lead of the San Diego Tableau User Group. In this episode, we dive into her passion for theater, live music, and her journey into learning to DJ. Tune in to hear how she balances analytics with creativity and what draws her to the world of music and performance.

In Season 2, Episode 4 of Data Afterhours, I’m joined by Neil Emery, Director of Analytics Engineering at Lehigh Valley Health Network (now part of Jefferson Health). Outside of the data world, Neil is passionate about Taekwondo and the discipline it requires, as well as electronics and car audio, where he builds custom systems and "perfects" high-quality sound.

In Season 2, Episode 3 of Data Afterhours, I’m joined by Alexa Garrison, Vice President of Data & Business Operations at Splice. Alexa blends data strategy with creativity, both in her work and beyond. In this episode, we dive into her passion for building her strategy card game, Pumptown, launching it on Kickstarter, and her love for pop culture, which she shares through her newsletter.

In Season 2, Episode 2 of Data Afterhours, I’m joined byJoe McFarren, Senior Strategic Alliances Manager at Sigma Computing. With a background in consulting, Joe is no stranger to the data world, but outside of work, he has some serious skills in the kitchen and on the road.

In this episode, we talk about his love for baking, cooking, and cycling - from the joy of creating the perfect dish to the thrill of long rides.

In Episode 1 of Season 2 of Data Afterhours, I’m joined by Michelle Oh, Business Intelligence Developer at Booz Allen Hamilton. Michelle combines her background in sociology with technical expertise to uncover insights through data. We dive beyond her professional life to discuss her love for fitness like pickleball, running, or golf and her creative passions like crochet and knitting.

In Episode 8 of Data Afterhours, I’m joined by Ben Jones , Co-Founder & CEO of Data Literacy and author of Avoiding Data Pitfalls and AI Literacy Fundamentals. Beyond his remarkable contributions to the world of data, Ben shares his passion for ballroom dancing, his love for golf, and more. Join us as we step beyond the data to discover the personal side of this inspiring leader.