In this episode, we chat with Dejan Mitkovski, VP of Analytics at FanDuel. Dejan shares his playbook for making big changes in the way companies use data. He talks about his time leading analytics at Google and Amazon and how to get teams ready for new ways of working.

Learn how Dejan teaches companies to use data to make better decisions and how to get everyone on board with new ideas. He also gives tips on how to show the real value of data work.

Join us to hear Dejan's straightforward advice on leading with data and making a real difference in your company.

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Chapters:

(0:00) - Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

(2:00) - Dejan Mitkovski's Role and Experience at FanDuel

(4:30) - The Importance of Data Analytics in Sports and Betting

(7:45) - Building Effective Data Teams and Strategies

(11:30) - Challenges in Data Analytics and Overcoming Them

(15:00) - Leveraging Data for Customer Engagement and Retention

(18:30) - Innovations in Data Visualization and Storytelling

(22:00) - The Role of AI and Machine Learning in Analytics

(25:30) - Career Development and Growth in the Field of Data

(29:00) - Future Trends and Predictions in Data Analytics

(32:30) - The Intersection of Data and Regulatory Compliance

(36:00) - Data Security and Ethical Considerations

(39:30) - Leadership and Change Management in Data Teams

(43:00) - Building a Data-Driven Culture within Organizations

(46:30) - The Impact of Big Data on Sports Analytics

(50:00) - Q&A: Addressing Audience Questions

(53:30) - The Significance of Data in Decision-Making Processes

(57:00) - Closing Thoughts and Takeaways from Dejan Mitkovski

(1:00:00) - Outro and Acknowledgments