Data governance is 20% data work and 80% people work. Successful implementation hinges on the human element—how individuals adapt to and embrace change. By creating an environment where others feel truly listened to and understood, people are much more likely to change.

With the guidance of a licensed professional mental health counselor, we will explore the intersection of counseling techniques and data governance by shedding light on strategies to help reduce resistance, foster empowerment, and nurture a positive mindset – for those we partner with and for ourselves! 

Through practical examples, we’ll provide a deeper understanding of the emotional and psychological factors that influence the success of data governance programs.

Speaker: Valerie Calvo

Valerie Calvo joins BankUnited as VP of Data Governance & Enablement later this month where she will develop and help realize the data transformation strategy and data governance framework. She has more than 15 years' experience in data management and governance creating policies, standards, and processes for metadata, reference & master data, and data quality. Prior to joining BankUnited, Valerie led global data governance teams at CBRE Investment Management and Bloomberg.

Valerie is a CDMP and holds Certificates in the Data Management Capability Assessment Model (DCAM) v2.2 (EDM Council) and Advanced Data Analytics (General Assembly). She is also an attorney admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey. 

Speaker: Nicole Raphan

Nicole Raphan, M.S., L.P.C., is a licensed professional mental health counselor with over a decade of experience providing therapy services to individuals, couples, and groups to assist those dealing with depression, anxiety, anger management, family dynamics, and life transitions. She believes wellness is about the mind and body which drives her use of mindfulness-based and relaxation techniques in session. Nicole is specialized in Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.