Data Talks Live

Data Talks Live: Business, AI, and Leadership Unlocked Hosted by Dr. Tom—U.S. Navy submarine veteran, seasoned data analytics professor, machine learning researcher, consultant, entrepreneur, and former radio DJ. Data isn’t just numbers—it’s the engine driving transformation across every sector. In Data Talks, Dr. Tom breaks down artificial intelligence, data analytics, and disruptive leadership through compelling stories, actionable strategies, and insights shaped by a career spanning multiple industries and roles. Dr. Tom’s professional journey is uniquely diverse: Military Service: Service aboard submarines instilled precision, adaptability, and decisive leadership under pressure. Energy & Utilities: Worked in technical and predictive engineering roles, improving reliability and guiding asset management strategies for critical infrastructure. Transportation & Infrastructure: Delivered data-driven process improvements and analytics-based solutions that optimized large-scale, distributed systems. Healthcare & Life Sciences: Led advanced automation and AI efforts to enhance diagnostics and operations—proof that machine learning can directly improve outcomes and efficiency. Consulting: Partnered with organizations to assess their analytics maturity, advise on AI adoption, and design strategies for long-term digital transformation. Entrepreneurship: Co-founded a technology startup offering innovative online learning tools, demonstrating how agility and data-driven insights can disrupt traditional industries. Higher Education: As a professor and researcher, Dr. Tom designs advanced analytics programs, mentors future data professionals, and distills complex concepts into clear frameworks for business and community leaders. Every week on Data Talks, you’ll get: Business Insights That Matter: Strategies for leveraging AI and analytics to unlock competitive advantage across sectors. Leadership Lessons: How to build resilient, innovative teams and guide organiz