(US and Canada) We are pleased to welcome Sahar Nezami to CDO Magazine’s Global Editorial Board. Nezami is Senior Director, Analytics & Insights at the Bank of Canada where she is responsible for the development and implementation of the Bank’s enterprise analytics strategy and roadmap, to advance the use of analytics across the bank, and to build centralized analytics and advanced data science services.

Nezami’s journey has been punctuated by remarkable achievements, including her recognition as one of the Global Top-100 Innovators in Data and Analytics. This accolade further underscores her profound impact on the field and her exceptional ability to drive innovation within it.

As a passionate advocate, Nezami champions the cause of automated insights generation, self-service capabilities, and augmented analytics. Her forward-thinking approach has not only streamlined processes but has also empowered her teams to extract more value from data, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Beyond her role as a leader, Nezami’s dedication to nurturing talent and building cohesive teams sets her apart. Under her guidance, her teams have flourished into sought-after hubs for data analytics talent across the industry. Her innate ability to develop individuals and foster collaboration has been a cornerstone of her leadership style.

Nezami’s diverse educational background, encompassing a foundation as a software engineer, coupled with her M.Sc. and MBA degrees, has equipped her with a holistic perspective. With over 15 years of business experience, she has orchestrated the application of analytics across multifaceted challenges, ranging from pivotal product management and pricing determinations to intricate financial insights, competitive intelligence, risk assessment, and assurance, culminating in her significant role in policy and governance.

As global thought leaders, CDO Magazine’s Editorial Board of top executives share their expert opinions and innovations in data and analytics. The board ensures that we champion the best companies, leaders, and insights that accelerate our community’s success. Members may serve as editorial writers, reviewers, content developers, and conference speakers.

The CDO Magazine community welcomes Sahar Nezami to our growing Global Editorial Board membership