Driving Analytics Insights in the Public Sector with Monica McEwen

In this episode we chat with Monica McEwen, Managing Director for Government and Public Services Strategy & Analytics team at Deloitte. She talks about use cases in government for AI & Analytics, how to make a career change in the pandemic, and how to find mentorship & sponsors.

About Monica McEwen

Monica is a Managing Director in the Government and Public Services Strategy & Analytics team at Deloitte. Monica is a thought leader with experience helping government agencies with their most challenging analytics & data challenges. Prior to joining Deloitte, Monica has spent the last her career working for software companies (ThoughtSpot, Qlik, Cognos) and supporting Government Agencies. Monica loves to work with clients on their most challenging data problems and brings the perspective of solving business problems combined with technology.

Overview

Learn the key points along Monica's journey that has gotten her to where she is today. She answers some questions like " What are the types of problems governments are looking to solve with analytics?" and "What advice do you have for those looking to work in the public sector? ".

She shifts into the great resignation and how many people are searching for change. Monica shares how she has dealt with change in the past and gives advice for those facing a mid to quarter life crisis and want to make a change. In addition, Monica shares the power of mentorship and tips on how you can find a mentor.

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