Building a Data-Driven Culture with Mahmoud Yassin (Booking.com) | AI, Data Quality & Governance

Senior Data Manager at Booking.com, Mahmoud Yassin, shares how to build a data-driven culture, improve data quality, and balance AI with human judgment. Learn about data governance, hiring for data roles, and driving change in a fast-paced, regulated environment.Chapters(00:00) Introduction to Data Leadership(00:56) Mahmoud's Journey in Data Management(05:05) Current Role at Booking.com(05:40) A Day in the Life of a Data Manager(08:14) Data-Driven Customer Experience(12:12) Ensuring Actionable Insights(15:52) Avoiding Data Paralysis(18:33) Balancing AI and Human Judgment(21:14) Guardrails for Machine Learning Models(23:43) Adapting to Regulatory Changes(25:26) Navigating Data Management and Regulation(27:20) Fostering a Data-Centric Culture(30:42) Overcoming Resistance to Data-Driven Change(32:41) Hiring for Data Roles in a Competitive Landscape(36:06) Balancing Soft Skills with Technical Expertise(38:45) Emerging Trends in Data and AI(41:29) Skills for Aspiring Data Leaders(44:35) Looking Ahead: Future Aspirations and Innovations