This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Jonathan Bragdon, Founding Partner and CEO of Capacity, a venture capital firm. Jonathan shares his journey from consumer packaged goods (CPG) and data technology to venture capital, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer interactions and the challenges of funding early-stage startups. The conversation explores the venture studio model, operational expertise, and the evolving landscape of data usage in business. Jonathan provides insights into the complexities of raising capital, the significance of founder passion, the need for innovative funding strategies in the startup ecosystem, and so much more. 

This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Angelica “Jelly” Spratley, a senior data science instructor and content creator at Flatiron School. Jelly shares her journey into data science, her experiences at the Disney Data and Analytics Conference, and her role at Flatiron School. Key topics include the importance of being industry-ready, project-based learning, and self-advocacy in professional development. Jelly also discusses the challenges of working under non-technical managers and the value of technical knowledge in leadership while also data work to business value and continuous learning. Don’t miss this great episode!

This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John talk about the complexities of reporting and analytics in the data industry. They discuss the evolution of job titles, the critical need for standardization, and the challenges of effective reporting. The conversation also highlights the importance of observability, consistency and effective communication between data and business teams. Eric and John also touch on the impact of AI and automation on data quality and reporting processes and emphasize the need for a collaborative approach and robust monitoring systems. This episode provides valuable insights for enhancing data-driven decision-making in various business contexts and so much more.