Shelly Fisher

Meet Shelly Fisher, a seasoned data leader and the Chief Data Officer at TowneBank. She is best known for her “superpower” of motivating people to solve what is believed to be unsolvable.

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With over two decades of experience, she specialises in driving transformation that unifies technology and culture, turning complex environments into strategic, high-value assets.

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⚙️ Architect of Enterprise-Wide Data Transformation

Shelly impactfully transforms how large organisations manage and leverage data as a strategic asset. Throughout her career, she focused on building foundational capabilities and then scaling them into mature, enterprise-wide data organisations. During her time at Moody's, she authored enterprise data governance standards and drove adherence across business lines to create a consistent data organisation.

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🌐 Mastering Data in Highly Regulated Environments

With an extensive experience in the finance industry, Shelly is a master of navigating highly regulated environments. Some of her key achievements include instituting an Authorised Data Sourcing (ADS) framework, driving cultural change to establish ownership and accountability, and successfully passing key regulatory exams with no outstanding issues.

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🤝 Building Culture and Enabling Data Literacy

Shelly’s ability to unify technology, process, and culture truly sets her apart. She is a strong advocate for data literacy and enablement, equipping teams to make confident, data-driven decisions. Her work consistently balances strategic vision with hands-on delivery to create sustainable, enterprise-grade data ecosystems that deliver measurable business impact.

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Seeking leadership insights on how to build a robust data organisation that drives both innovation and compliance? Follow Shelly Fisher for unparalleled expertise in data governance, technology strategy, and cultural transformation.

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