Charting the Data Galaxy, from Goals Alignment to Culture Transformation

20 July 2023 13:00-14:30Innovation City Cape Town

Mission Possible: Charting the Data Galaxy

Join us for an adventurous journey through the data universe as we present "Mission Possible: Charting the Data Galaxy," featuring an esteemed panel of expert navigators. This event is designed to empower and enlighten, inviting you to delve into the depths of data strategy and culture building.

Our panel, comprised of Lasse Vinther from Indsigt, Paul Grobler from dataGambit, and Marc Scheepbouwer, brings together years of experience and expertise in merging organizational goals with data strategies and cultivating a data-driven culture in growing businesses. Together, they possess the star maps to successful data navigation and are eager to share their inspiring success stories.

Whether you're a fledgling data explorer or a seasoned astronaut in the data galaxy, this mission promises to equip you with a spaceship full of insights and techniques. Prepare for liftoff as we embark on a journey that transcends the boundaries of a typical masterclass. You'll discover that charting the data galaxy is not only possible but also a mission that begins with you.

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All you need to know

What: Mission Possible: Changing the Data Galaxy

When: 20 July 2023

Time: 13:00 - 14:30

Where: Only at Innovation City Cape Town, Darter Studios, Darter Road, Longkloof, Gardens

Panel

Lasse Vinther
Founder of Indsigt

Lasse Vinther has been involved with building e-commerce ventures for almost a decade in South Africa for Rocket Internet, Naspers and Travelstart. He has been building new ventures since 2019 in Fintech, Travel tech and Data science. His consultancy helps SMEs to become data driven.

Lasse has been involved with tech startups and scale ups, including Travelstart, which he scaled from 100 to close to 800 staff pre pandemic. He then started consulting for his network around data and cloud solutions, which grew into a boutique consultancy called Indsigt. Indsigt helps SMEs derive value from their data.

He also co-founded a insuretech company in Dubai. He also has a SaaS business focused on the travel space with more than 100 active agencies. Lastly he created a marketplace for small travel agencies to support the industry called localholidaydeals.co.za. Having been in businesses that heavily relied on fundraising and investment, and he has focused on doing the opposite - starting small and growing slow, and to just focus on the customer.

Paul Grobler
Founder | Principal Consultant at dataGambit

Paul founded dataGambit, which has a single purpose: Save mind space by simplifying data management.

dataGambit is built on three essential principles: Data MATTERS, Data Design is important FROM THE OUTSET, and Data should give you an ADVANTAGE. They specialise in Data Architecture, Data Modelling, Master Data Management and DWH/BI solutions.

Paul is a Data Management and Software Development professional who has been practising in the Financial, Retail, Health, Telecommunications and Social Upliftment industries for over 20 years.

Paul values people highly and believes the right persons are the absolute key to the success of projects. Secondly, he believes that good thinking and reliable methods are more important than tools when it comes to solving problems. Thirdly, he believes that without the proper and correct technology, the hard work of thought and solutions will go to waste.

He enjoys collaborating with people to help surface the value of data and technology in business. He has worked for corporate organisations, technology vendors and consultancies in various roles, including practitioner, strategic advisor and management. He also serves as the chairman of the Privacy, Ethics and Governance Committee for DAMA South Africa.

Paul enjoys a balance in life. He believes that the correct proportions of family, work, study and leisure fuel productivity, innovation and creative problem-solving necessary for today's life challenges, both privately and professionally.

Marc Scheepbouwer
Data Management Professional

Marc Scheepbouwer is a highly experienced Data Management Professional who has made significant contributions to the field throughout his career. With a strong background in data services and a passion for harnessing the value of data, Marc has been a driving force in reducing risk, driving competitiveness, and promoting sustainability through effective data management.

Having qualified as a Computed Scientist in 1993, Marc entered the information systems space; working with various technology firms to implement leading edge decision support and analytical solutions.

Marc then transitioned into sales and eventually leadership, where he was appointed as Managing Director at Intellient(Part of the EOH Group) in 2002, exclusive distributors of market leading Hyperion(Business Performance Management) software in South Africa. During his tenure, he helped shape the company's success by acquiring and serving multiple Blue chip clients, winning multiple awards in the process.

In 2012 Marc helped start Zetta Business Solutions(part the the IS Partners Group), providing deep data management consultative, advisory and technology expertise; helping clients unlock the potential value of their data. In so doing he built a team of highly accomplished professionals, respected for their business-led, practical approach to data management. Zetta also embraced the Fourth Industrial Revolution and digital transformation, particularly the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics in delivering personalized experiences and facilitating better business decisions and planning.

In 2018 IS Partners was acquired into Altron Systems Integration, where Marc continued as the Data Management Practice lead. Here Marc helped consolidate the consultative aspects of Zetta with the Data management software business established within Altron. Throughout his career, Marc has kept pace with the rapid advancements in data technologies and recognized their transformative potential. With his extensive industry knowledge, has become a respected figure in the field of data management.

Marc currently operates as an independent advisor, committed to helping organizations harness the power of data to drive success and business impact.

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