DAMA Calgary April Talk:

Data Strategy - Craft your Strategy in less than 20 PPT slides.

Samir is the CEO and Founder of datazuum, a data consultancy specialising in Data Strategy & Analytics. His clients range from medium sized businesses through to large multi-nationals. 

Since 2002, he has been helping organisations create and implement data strategies, focusing on turning data into a strategic business asset. He has experience of working across many verticals such as retail, media, technology, logistics, postal, insurance, banking, telecoms, housing, policing, central and local government.

Previous to datazuum Samir worked at Computer Sciences Corporation, Accenture, Christie's and Vertex Business Services where he led the development of their data and analytics business.

He is the host of "The Data Strategy Show" podcast series, a member of faculty for Data Strategy at the prestigious PWC Leadership Academy, a regular speaker and panelist at international conferences - he cuts through the complexities of data for audiences, conveying ideas in simple terms and providing clarity.  He is also a mentor and youth champion for Working Knowledge - supporting young people to achieve their personal and career goals in life.  

Samir lives in London with his wife and daughter.