What is a Tableau Ambassador? This year, I was honored to be selected as a first-time Tableau Social Ambassador. In this episode, I sit down with seasoned Ambassador Cesar Picco to explore what it truly means to hold this title, the responsibilities it involves, and how you can take the steps to become a Tableau Ambassador yourself.

Cesar Picco is a Senior Software Engineer at T-Mobile with nearly 15 years of experience in the BI space and is also a Tableau Ambassador. His passion for data visualization, sparked by an early Tableau trial, has driven him to help organizations establish Centers of Excellence and build communities of Analysts, Engineers, and Data Scientists. Known for his expertise in data automation and dynamic dashboards, Cesar has trained countless professionals to explore and analyze their data. Based in Northern Virginia, he excels at solving unique problems and guiding others in shaping their career paths in data.

Cesar on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/cesar-picco-2139426/

Putting yourself out on social media can be a game-changer for data professionals. In this episode, Kate Strachnyi shares why building a presence on platforms like LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram is essential for amplifying your brand. Learn how content creation boosts your credibility, helps you connect with a broader audience, and opens doors to new opportunities. Kate offers actionable tips on creating impactful content, engaging with followers, and overcoming the fear of sharing your expertise. Social media can be your key to professional growth!

Kate Strachnyi is the founder of DATAcated, a media company that helps amplify brands in AI, machine learning, and data science. She authored ColorWise and is a LinkedIn Learning Instructor with courses on personal branding and data careers. Kate was named a LinkedIn Top Voice in Data Science & Analytics in 2018 and 2019 and is recognized in the DataIQ USA100.

DATAcated:

https://www.datacated.com/

Kate on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-strachnyi-data/

We’re excited to sit down with Solomon Kahn, founder of Top Data People— a program designed to help mid-level and senior data professionals learn how to create business impact and grow their careers. Based on Solomon's experience managing hundreds of data professionals, he shares what sets top performers apart and how the program helps participants transition from being technically skilled to becoming strategic business partners.

Solomon Kahn is a data executive who has led data teams and businesses at a range of companies - from startups like Paperless Post and Helium 10 to publicly traded companies like Nielsen. He's currently the Founder of two different companies in the data space. Delivery Layer and Top Data People.

Top Data People: https://topdatapeople.com/

Solomon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/solomonkahn/