50. How to Democratize Data and Bridge AI's Tech/Business-Gap with Erste Group's Anna Lishchenko

For the 50th episode of the Data Democratization Podcast, I sat down with Anna Lishchenko, Data & Analytics for Business Platform Lead at Erste Group. As a true champion of data democratization, Anna shares invaluable insights into how to make data widely accessible, actionable, and impactful across a large, decentralized organization.💡 What you'll learn:The essential elements of building a data-driven culture, including data literacy, governance, and community building.Laying the foundation for success: How to align data and AI initiatives with business goals and secure buy-in from key stakeholders.Breaking barriers to experimentation: Using synthetic data to democratize access and accelerate innovation.Bridging silos: Connecting business and technical teams to drive collaboration and create real impact.Scaling AI and data initiatives: Turning one-off projects into sustainable enterprise-wide strategies.Whether you're just starting on your AI journey or scaling data initiatives, this episode is packed with actionable insights and practical advice. Don’t miss this engaging conversation about the status-quo and the future of data democratization!