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We’ve had predictive AI, then we had generative AI. Now, we’re entering the era of Agentic AI, where systems don’t just create, they act.What does this mean for data strategy, governance, and leadership?Join me live as I unpack what Agentic AI really is, beyond the buzz and how organisations can prepare for this next frontier of intelligent autonomy.Because the question isn’t if Agentic AI will reshape business — it’s how ready we are to lead it.📅 21st Oct 2025 @ 19:00 UK Time🎥 Live on LinkedIn and YouTube#AgenticAI #DataStrategy #AI #Leadership #EmergingTech #DigitalTransformation #FigureItOutWithFatema

This week’s Figure It Out with Fatema brings together two perspectives shaped by business school, leadership, and years of helping others grow.🎙️ In Season 5, Episode 35, I’ll be joined by Paul Haslam, Executive Coach and Manchester Business School alumnus, for an open conversation on building purposeful careers after the MBA (and beyond).We’ll talk about:💡 Turning your MBA into real career momentum🚀 The “first 100 days” mindset when stepping into leadership🧠 Self-leadership — leading yourself before you lead others🎯 Moving from career to calling and designing a path with purpose💬 Our best advice for those at a career crossroadsWhether you’re an MBA student, graduate, or a professional redefining your next chapter, this conversation is for you.📅 6th October 2025 @ 19:00 UK Time🎥 Live on LinkedIn and YouTubeBring your coffee and your questions, we’ll be answering them live!#FigureItOutWithFatema #CareerStrategy #MBA #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #FulfillingCareer #Coaching #CareerDevelopment

Season 5, Episode 34 – The Winter Arc: Scaling Data & Emerging Tech in the Last 90 Days ❄️💡As we step into the year's final chapter, many organisations pause… but this is when the most strategic moves can be made.I call this the Winter Arc, a time to:❄️ Reflect on what worked in data, AI, and emerging tech this year❄️ Reframe pilots into value that secures momentum for 2026❄️ Recharge teams, skills, and governance for the next wave of transformationOver the years, I’ve seen how the right Winter Arc can transform the following year and I’ll share those insights with you live.📅 30th Sept 2025 @ 19:00 UK Time🎥 Live on LinkedIn & YouTube (send in your questions during the session!)Because the last 90 days aren’t just a close, they’re the arc that shapes the year ahead.#DataStrategy #EmergingTech #AI #DigitalTwins #WinterArc #FigureItOutWithFatema

Join me for Season 5, Episode 33 of Figure It Out With Fatema, this time with the brilliant Enrico Petersen, Career Coach and Leadership Specialist.In today’s world of rapid change and AI disruption, navigating your career requires more than just talent; it demands intentionality, adaptability, and support.We’ll be diving deep into: Leading Yourself First: Why self-leadership is non-negotiable.From Skillset to Mindset: What “learning as a lifestyle” really means.Navigating Transitions with Confidence: Whether you're pivoting, scaling, or starting over.🗓 11th August | 18:00 UK Time🎥 Live on LinkedIn & YouTube💬 Send your questions live via the comments!This episode is for changemakers, future leaders, and anyone feeling the shifts in their career or industry.#FigureItOutWithFatema #CareerLeadership #SelfLeadership #FutureOfWork #CareerGrowth #CoachingForSuccess #LearningCulture #CareerDevelopment

In this Episode of Figure It Out with Fatema, we will dive into that. Storytelling is what makes data understandable and enables adoption. That’s why I’m so excited about the upcoming episode with the brilliant Soufyan Hamid!Together, we’ll explore: How storytelling transforms data into decisionsWays to make tech accessible across your organisationHow leaders can create insight-led, empowered culturesWe'll be drawing from our real-world leadership experiences, the successes, lessons, and the human side of working with data in global organisations.🗓️ 10th June 2025 ⏰ 19:00 UK Time📍 Streaming live on LinkedIn and YouTube Bring your questions and we’ll answer them live!Feel free to drop your questions in the comments below before the session.#DataStrategy #Storytelling #Leadership #FigureItOutWithFatema #AI #EmergingTech #DataCulture #WomenInData

This episode of Figure It Out with Fatema is all about women navigating careers in tech, and this one’s especially close to my heart!This coffee chat will be with the brilliant Beth Hocking, where we will be sharing some defining moments in our careers, actionable strategies, and how mentorship and community can create real impact.We’ll share how technology has shifted the playing field and the very real ways it has opened doors in our careers. We’ll talk about confidence, digital fluency, and owning your career journey in a tech-enabled world.🗓 2nd June 2025 ⏰ 19:00 UK Time 🎥 Live on LinkedIn + YouTube Bring your questions and we’ll answer them live!Feel free to drop your questions in the comments below before the session.This episode is for every woman building a meaningful, bold, and tech-empowered career 💙#TechLeadership #WomenInTech #CareerClarity #LinkedInLive #FigureItOutWithFatema

This session of Figure it Out with Fatema tackles a critical question I’m often asked after years in data and emerging technologies:“How do you decide whether to keep your tech capabilities in-house or partner with external suppliers?” 🤔We’ll break down the big variables: location, cost, and expertise and unpack the benefits and drawbacks of each approach to help you make smarter, more strategic decisions.And if we're talking supplier strategy, then there’s no better person to join me than the expert himself, Spyridon L. Arsenis. Having worked with Spyros, I can confidently say: if anyone knows how it should be done, it’s him 👏Together, we’ll explore practical frameworks, real-world case studies, and personal insights to support your sourcing strategy in the ever-evolving data and tech space. 💡✨ Bring your questions, we’ll be answering them live via LinkedIn and YouTube comments!📅 28th April 2025🕢 19:30 UK Time🔗 Save the date and let’s rethink sourcing strategy together.#DataStrategy #TechLeadership #DigitalTransformation #AI #Cloud #SupplierStrategy #Leadership

I'm excited for the first GET Inspired talk Series! In this first session, I will have a chat with two industry experts covering how they created their careers in Sales and Supply Chain.🌟 Ahmed Hany: Solutions Sales Leader with experience at Cloudera, AWS, TikTok, helping enterprises unlock the power of Data & AI.🌟 Dogan Selcuk: Supply Chain & Trade Marketing Analytics Leader, with a legacy of driving insight-led transformations at Unilever, BAT, Oracle & more.🧠 We’ll dive into: Transforming sales and supply chain through dataThe evolving role of AI and emerging techCareer journeys and learnings across industries💬 Bring your questions and join us LIVE via LinkedIn or YouTube!📅 11th April 2025 ⏰ 19:00 UK TimeLet’s Grow, Empower, and Transform (GET) together 💡#GETInspired #DataStrategy #Sales #SupplyChain #Leadership #AI #EmergingTech #DigitalTransformation #CareerGrowth #TechCommunity

🎙️ Figure It Out with Fatema – Season 5, Episode 28From One Job to the Next: How I’m Planning My Time StrategicallyHow do you use transition time wisely between roles? 🤔I’ve moved across industries and roles throughout my career, sometimes with a break in between, sometimes jumping straight into the next challenge. One thing I always wished for?Someone to share what they did during that time.So I’m doing just that in this sessionIn this live session, I’ll walk you through how I’m intentionally focusing on five key things and explain how I strategically take actions to achieve them Whether you’re in transition or just curious about how to use time more strategically, this one’s for you.🧠 5 focus areas that blend purpose, growth and rest💬 Live Q&A via LinkedIn & YouTube📅 3rd April 2025 | ⏰ 17:00 UK TimeCome join the conversation live and bring your questions on LinkedIn and YouTube!#CareerGrowth #TimeManagement #Leadership #FigureItOutWithFatema #CareerTransition #DataLeadership #MindsetMatters

Let's Talk Supplier Strategy! Have you ever felt overwhelmed when choosing the right supplier for data and emerging tech? Maybe you have wondered how to make strategic tech decisions without being locked into specific brands. Spyridon Arsenis and I will explain exactly how to choose the right supplier, including what questions and overall business strategies to focus on. 🤝 Together, we'll explore how strategic thinking goes beyond just selecting platforms or brands. It’s about alignment, collaboration, and unlocking growth through thoughtful partnerships. 🌎 We’ll also demystify location choices (on-shore, near-shore, off-shore) with relatable examples and practical advice.📅 11th March 2025🕒 19:00 UK Time🔗 Live on LinkedIn and YouTube Join the conversation, share your insights, and bring your questions, I can’t wait to hear from you!#DataStrategy #TechLeadership #Leadership

For years, I searched for a leadership community that truly supports mid-career and senior professionals in tech, data, and beyond. When I couldn’t find one, I decided to build it—and now, it’s finally here - Thank you to the University of Cambridge for all the support!Join me LIVE for a special session where I’ll share:✅ Why I started this community and how it can help you grow✅ The key challenges leaders face in tech & data today✅ How we can empower each other to thrive in leadership & emerging technologies📅 Date: Monday 26th Feb⏰ Time: 17:15 UK Time📍 Live on YouTube & LinkedIn, please bring your questions!🔗 If you’re ready to connect, learn, and lead with a supportive network of brilliant professionals, this is for you! Join the conversation and tag a leader who would love this.#Leadership #TechCommunity #Data #AI #DigitalTwins #Networking #CareerGrowth #GETLeadershipTech

5 Game-Changing Time Management Secrets ⏳Lately, I’ve been getting a lot of questions about how I manage to make time for everything, so I thought, why not share what works?As we grow in our careers, it often feels like there are never enough hours in the day. Balancing career, fitness, and life can be overwhelming, but it really doesn’t have to be.Join me for Episode 25 of Figure it Out with Fatema where I’ll share:✅ 5 secrets to help leaders take control of their time✅ Strategies to prioritise without burning out✅ How to protect your energy and well-being while leading effectively📅 Date: Monday, 18th Feb⏰ Time: 17:15 UK Time📍 Watch Live on YouTube & LinkedIn – bring your questions!🔗 Looking forward to the discussion, drop a comment if you're joining, and feel free to share with a leader who needs this!#TimeManagement #Leadership #Productivity #FigureItOutWithFatema #CareerGrowth

Every organisation collects data, but is it driving business impact? A data strategy is more than just managing data; it’s about aligning data, technology, and people to achieve business goals like growth, efficiency, and readiness for emerging technologies (AI, Digital Twins and Metaverse).In this episode of Figure It Out with Fatema, I’ll break down:🔹 What is a data strategy? (And why every organisation needs one)🔹 Key components of a strong data strategy🔹 How to make your data AI-readyI’ll share insights from real-world industry practices, my academic research, and what I’ve seen drive the most successful business outcomes.📅 Date: 12th February 2025🕒 Time: 17:15 UK Time🔗 Join Live on LinkedIn & YouTube to ask your questions in real-time.Make sure to add the event to your calendar so you don’t miss it!#DataStrategy #AI #Leadership #Innovation #FigureItOutWithFatema

So, should organisations be creating a data strategy? Should the AI strategy be separate? What about digital twins and emerging technologies?This is what I speak about in this episode of Figure it out with Fatema. I’ll share my views based on what I see different organisations do, my academic research and what I believe leads to the most successful outcomes for businesses. Let’s figure out the right approach for your business to create data strategies!#Datastrategy#AIstrategy#leadership#EmergingTechnologies#Innovation

Happy New Year my awesome network!It is 2025, the 5th year and season of my live stream/podcast - this is super exciting :)In this episode, I discuss what to expect in 2025 and how my 5Ws and 1H have changed over the years. These are the frameworks I use for my career.Let's work together and ensure 2025 is successful, educational and brilliant!Have a great career in 2025!