The Data For Good Podcast

This week on the Data For Good Podcast, we’re joined by Sophia Strohmeier, Data Literacy Leader at mobile.de. She'll show us why data literacy isn't just for analysts anymore.Sophia suggests that if we want real change and real impact, we need to stop treating data as a department and start treating it as a language everyone in the business must speak.We'll review her successful projects, the building blocks for your team to adopt, and of course, the challenges on this path to greatness!#dataliteracy #dataforgood #changemanagementCheck out all of Zuma's Data For Good Podcasts here on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

This week, we’re joined by Ceren Ahishka to unpack the art and science of treating data as a true product. As Head of Data at Berlin’s Elvar, Ceren draws on experience and a passion for blending product thinking with data engineering.We explore:•What “data as a product” means, from in-app suggestions to market insights• How bringing user-centric, business-driven mindsets to data teams unlocks value• The evolving skills mix as product managers, data analysts and engineers converge• Moving beyond dashboards to “tell me something I don’t know”• Real-world examples: streaming recommendations, spend alerts and traffic forecasts• What’s next: will data analysts and product managers merge? How AI will power predictionTune in for a concise, forward-looking conversation on how data literacy, technical skills and product leadership combine to build smarter data products. Don’t miss this dive into the future of data and the roles shaping it!

This week on the Data For Good Podcast, we’re joined by Carmen Sitz, Data & AI Leader and Cofounder of Edyfi, to explore the transformative role of data in sustainable real estate. We’ll uncover how Edyfi is tackling the industry's biggest challenges through AI-driven solutions, discuss the impact of data transparency on stakeholder dynamics, and examine how green lease contracts are driving change. From technical hurdles to cultural shifts, Carmen shares real-world examples and bold predictions on the future of smart buildings and automation. Brought to you by ZUMA – Where Talent Meets Data. Germany's pinnacle of Data & AI Recruitment. Check out all of Zuma's Data For Good Podcasts here on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

This week on the Data For Good Podcast, we sit down with Mirza Rahim Baig, Data & AI Leader and Coach, to unpack the real impact of Generative AI on work, education, and hiring. From the illusion of innovation in AI tools to the shifting skills required in tech, Mirza explores how AI is lowering barriers, redefining job roles, and leaving education struggling to keep up. We’ll tackle what this means for career paths, the talent pipeline, and how to truly build robust AI solutions. Brought to you by ZUMA – Where Talent Meets Data. Germany's pinnacle of Data & AI Recruitment. Check out all of Zuma's Data For Good Podcasts here on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

This week, Austin Todd joins us to explore how data and AI are transforming the energy landscape. As a data and AI leader at Sonnen in Berlin, Austin brings a unique perspective on how cutting-edge technology is helping build smarter, greener energy systems. We dive into the world of virtual power plants (VPPs), energy forecasting, and trading, unpacking how innovative battery storage and solar solutions are helping stabilise energy grids and lower household bills. Austin shares practical insights on dynamic tariffs, household energy management, and the role of AI in overcoming renewable energy challenges. Finally, we look ahead to the future of sustainable energy and the critical part data will play in driving the energy transition forward.