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George Firican

Director, Data Governance & Business Intelligence at The University of British Columbia

George Firican is a recognised data governance expert, speaker, and educator, known for simplifying complex data topics, enabling businesses to improve data trust, compliance, and value through practical insights.

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George covers data governance, stewardship, metadata, and AI’s role in data management with a focus is on actionable frameworks, industry trends, and making data work for business success.

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Co-host of Lights On Data Show

This popular show features expert insights on data governance, quality, and AI, with practical strategies for businesses to enhance data management.

Top 50 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers on Big Data 2024

This recognition signifies George Firican's recognized expertise and influence in data governance, data quality, and big data. It highlights his contributions through thought leadership, industry insights, and educational content that impact the global data community.

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Mar 21

Creating Immersive Experiences with AI

This episode explores how AI enhances museum experiences, personalizes engagement, and balances creativity with technology, featuring insights from Geoff Thatcher.

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Oct 28

Uber's Data Governance Framework

George Firican’s post highlights Uber’s data governance framework, emphasizing People, Processes, and Technology to ensure data quality, security, privacy, stewardship, and compliance.

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Aug 21

A Data Governance Interview

This episode covers insights on starting a career in data governance, key takeaways for success, and expert-level strategies from George Firican.

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Aug 16

Transform Your Marketing with Data Governance

This webinar explores how data governance boosts marketing success, key metrics for standardization, common pitfalls, AI-ready data, and top strategies for better data management.

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Aug 13

Difference Between Data Classification And Data Categorization?

The article constrats data classification vs categorisation and discusses how data classification assigns data to mutually exclusive groups based on sensitivity, while data categorization groups data into non-exclusive sets based on similarities.

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Jul 25

Data Governance Implementation Course

This course teaches practical steps to implement data governance, covering policies, metrics, change management, and stakeholder engagement, with templates and best practices for success.

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