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Data Career Transformations
by dbt Labs
Data Career Transformations is the show where we watch Analytics Engineers. Data Engineers, Data Analysts & Data scientists TRANSFORM their careers.Hosted by Bolaji Oyejide, dbt Community Manager.About the dbt Community:We've always believed the best way to get better at data is by sharing what you're learning. That's why we built the dbt Community—a place where data pros at every level can ask questions, debate ideas, and push each other forward. It's not just about solving today's problems—it's about building what's next, together. dbt Community - for and by data pros. * Build reliable transformation pipelines.* Test & deploy models.* Optimize queries.* Structure data for self-serve analysis.Come hang out and transform with 70,000 of the brightest Analytics Engineers, Data Engineers, Data Analysts, and Data Scientists in the world. Join the dbt Communitygetdbt.com/community The podcast is sponsored by dbt Labs, makers of the data transformation framework dbt. To r
Episodes
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25: From COBOL Developer to Insurance Data Engineer: Brad Cronkrite
Description: In this conversation, Brad Cronkrite shares his journey from a developer to a lead data analytics engineer at Mercury Insurance. He discusses the critical role of data in the insurance industry, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, and the importance of mentorship and...
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23: From Nonprofit & Education, to Senior BI Analyst @ JustWorks: Millie Symns
In this episode of Data Career Transformations, Bolaji interviews Millie Symns, a senior Business Intelligence analyst at JustWorks. Millie shares her journey into the data field, emphasizing the importance of mission-driven work and the intersection of data and education. She discusses her…
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22: From Semi-Pro Baseball to Dir of Engineering @ BetterHelp, w Johnathan Brooks
Description: In this conversation, Bolaji and Johnathan "JB" Brooks discuss JB's journey from semi-pro baseball player to a data engineering leader at BetterHelp. They explore the balance between mental health and high-pressure environments, the importance of dbt and Kimball modeling in data...
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21: From Optimizing Physical Warehouses, to Optimizing FinOps Data Warehouses: Eddy Zulkifly
Description: In this episode of Data Career Transformations, Bolaji interviews Eddy Zulkifly, a senior staff data engineer at Kanaxis. They discuss Eddy's journey from chemical engineering to data engineering, his passion for soccer coaching, and the importance of community and mentorship in...
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20: From Data Science & Engineering, to AI & ML Solutions Architect: Louis Guitton
Description: In this episode, Bolaji interviews Louis Guitton, an engineering leader with extensive experience in data engineering and analytics. They discuss Louis's journey from sports to data, his experiences at One Football Labs, and the challenges of communicating technical concepts to...
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24: From Ballet Mech Engineer, to HR Tech Data Engineer: Larissa Mendes
In this episode, Bolaji Oyejide interviews Larissa Mendes, a Level 3 Data Engineer at Gupy, who shares her unique journey from mechanical engineering to data engineering. Larissa discusses her experiences with data quality challenges, the importance of community support, and her current tech…
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19: From Quantum Physicist to Roche Head of Engineering? Yannick Misteli
In this episode, Bolaji interviews Yannick Misteli, head of engineering at Roche, who shares his unique journey from a PhD in quantum physics to a leadership role in data science. Yannick discusses his early experiences in finance, the importance of building a solid data organization, and the...
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18: From CFO to Data Engineer? Philip Boontje
In this episode of Data Career Transformations, Bolaji interviews Philip Boontje, a finance executive and data architect. Philip shares his unique journey from chemical engineering to finance and ultimately to data engineering. He discusses the challenges and successes he has faced in his career,...
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17: From Psychology to Analytics Engineering: Juan Manuel Perafan
In this episode, Bolaji interviews Juan Manuel Perafan, a psychology major turned analytics engineer, who shares his journey from Colombia to the Netherlands and his transition into the data field. They discuss the importance of networking, the challenges of imposter syndrome, and the evolving…
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15: From Biochemist to Analytics Engineering Mgr @ Hubspot: Nicholas Yager
In this episode of Data Career Transformations, Bolaji speaks with Nicholas Yager, the Analytics Engineering Manager of Enterprise Data Platform, at HubSpot. They discuss Nicholas's journey from biochemistry to data engineering, his experiences at dbt Labs, and the importance of creative...
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14: From Marine Biologist to Sr Data Engineer at Shopify: Elize Papineau
In this episode, Bolaji interviews Elize Papineau, a senior data engineer at Shopify, who shares her unique journey from marine biology to data engineering. Elize discusses her eclectic background, the challenges of finding the right job title in data, and the importance of continuous learning.…
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13: From SW Intern to Chick-Fil-A Sr Lead Data Engineer: Tim Castillo
In this episode of Data Career Transformations, Bolaji Oyejide interviews Tim Castillo, a senior lead data engineer at Chick-fil-A. Tim shares his journey from software engineering to data engineering, emphasizing the importance of operational efficiency and the role of data in enhancing customer...
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12: From Customer Support to RevOps Analytics @ 1Password: Nate Sooter
In this episode of the Data Career Transformations Show, Bolaji interviews Nate Sooter, a data professional who shares his unique journey from customer support to becoming a manager of Revenue Operations and Analytics at 1Password. Nate discusses the diverse paths into analytics careers, the...
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11: From Soul-Sucking Telecom Presales, to Data Engineering Mgr: Jessica Franks
In this episode, Bolaji interviews Jessica Franks, a data engineering manager at Not On The High Street, who shares her unique journey from telecom engineering to data leadership. Jessica discusses her transition to the UK, the challenges of managing a data team, and the importance of…
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10: From Sys Admin Skateboards to Effective Data Products, with Ash Smith
In this episode of Data Career Transformations, Bolaji interviews Ash Smith, a seasoned data professional with a diverse background in various industries including education, health, online gaming, and mining. Ash shares his journey into the data field, the evolution of data roles, and the...
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9: From Actuary to Analytics Engr Mgr @ Hubspot. Kasey Mazza
In this episode of Data Career Transformations, Bolaji interviews Kasey Mazza, an analytics engineering manager at HubSpot. Kasey shares her journey from actuarial science to analytics engineering, emphasizing the importance of merging technical skills with emotional intelligence. She discusses…
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8: From Law School to Nigeria's FinTech Data Chef? Damola Onabanjo
In this episode of Data Career Transformations, Bolaji interviews Damola Onabanjo, a business intelligence manager at Kuda, who shares her unique journey from an international law graduate to a data professional. The conversation covers her love for cooking shows, her role at Kuda, the transition...
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7: From Clown School to Director of Analytics: Wade Wachs
In this episode of The Data Career Transformations Show, Bolaji interviews Wade Wachs, the Director of Information and Analytics at Liquid Web. Wade shares his unique journey from juggling and clown school to building a data-driven culture in a web hosting company. The conversation explores the...
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6: From Pastry Chef to Head of Data at dbt Labs? Erica Louie.
In this engaging conversation, Erica Louie shares her unique journey from aspiring pastry chef to Head of Data at dbt Labs, with host Bolaji Oyejidehighlighting the importance of empathy and communication in the data field. Erica discusses the skills and milestones that helped him climb the…
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5: From Video Gamer to Principal at Infinite Lambda: Michael Han
In this episode of The Data Career Transformations Show, Bolaji Oyejide interviews Michael Han, Head of Product at Infinite Lambda. Michael discusses his journey from finance to data science, the evolution of data roles, and the importance of effective communication and domain knowledge in the…
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4: From Math Tutor & Barista, to Analytics Engineer & Analyst! Lauren Benezra & Paige Berry of dbt Labs
n this engaging conversation, Bolaji, Lauren, and Paige explore their diverse journeys in the data analytics field, discussing their career paths, the accessibility of data science, and the importance of collaboration and communication within data teams. They share personal experiences with data...
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3: Sexiest Job in the 21st Century? Ope Fabiyi, Analytics Manager at Data Culture
In this episode of The Data Career Transformations Show, Bolaji interviews Opeyemi Fabiyi, an analytics manager and community leader in the data space. Opeyemi shares his journey into data, discussing how he discovered his passion for analytics and the various roles he has held in the industry.…
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2: From Mobile Apps to Staff Engineer at Teads: Christophe Oudar
Bolaji interviews Christophe Oudar, a Staff Software Engineer at Teads, who shares his journey in data engineering, the challenges he faced, and the successes he achieved. Christophe discusses the vibrant dbt community, his career progression from junior to staff engineer, and the importance of...
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1: From Self-Driving Cars to Lead Data Engineer @ phData: Bruno Souza de Lima
Bolaji interviews Bruno Souza de Lima, an analytics engineer with a unique background in autonomous driving and programming. Bruno shares his journey from studying mechanical engineering to becoming a key contributor in the analytics community, emphasizing the importance of sharing knowledge,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Data Career Transformations is the show where we watch Analytics Engineers. Data Engineers, Data Analysts & Data scientists TRANSFORM their careers.Hosted by Bolaji Oyejide, dbt Community Manager.About the dbt Community:We've always believed the best way to get better at data is by sharing what you're learning. That's why we built the dbt Community—a place where data pros at every level can ask questions, debate ideas, and push each other forward. It's not just about solving today's problems—it's about building what's next, together. dbt Community - for and by data pros. * Build reliable transformation pipelines.* Test & deploy models.* Optimize queries.* Structure data for self-serve analysis.Come hang out and transform with 70,000 of the brightest Analytics Engineers, Data Engineers, Data Analysts, and Data Scientists in the world. Join the dbt Communitygetdbt.com/community The podcast is sponsored by dbt Labs, makers of the data transformation framework dbt. To r
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