This week on The Data Stack Show, it’s another edition of the Cynical Data Guy as Eric and John welcome Matthew Kelliher-Gibson. The group dives into the complexities of data management in the business world. They critique LinkedIn posts, starting with the announcement of Salesforce’s AI product, Agent Force, discussing its implications and marketing language. The conversation then shifts to the value and waste of data, emphasizing the need for strategic data collection aligned with business goals. They also explore the challenges of real-time data requests and managing legacy systems, offering practical advice and humorous insights on navigating the evolving data landscape. Don’t miss the latest edition of the cynical data guy!

This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Taylor Murphy, Founder and CEO of Arch, a data analytics platform. Taylor discusses Arch’s evolution of its vision and delves into the challenges and innovations in the ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) space. The group also discusses the impact of AI on data analytics, the importance of modern data practices. And how AI can enhance data teams’ capabilities, emphasizing the necessity of human expertise alongside AI. The episode also explores the commoditization of data storage and compute costs, the bundling of data services, and so much more. 

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.