Zakiyya Cassimjee on Data, Machine Learning in Financial Services, Leadership and Uplifting Women in Tech

Welcome to the first episode of Big Data Talks, where we engage with industry experts to explore how data, machine learning, and artificial intelligence are transforming our world. I’m your host, Jan-Willem Middelburg, the author of the Enterprise Big Data Framework, which proudly presents this series.

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Introducing Our Guest: Zakiyya Cassimjee

I am extremely pleased to be joined today by Zakiyya Cassimjee, the Chief Information Officer at Astute, the Financial Services Exchange, based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Zakiyya oversees projects and operations, bringing a wealth of experience in the financial services sector. She leads the team responsible for the technology that facilitates the movement and integration of financial data within the industry, which will be a key focus of our conversation today.

What to Expect in This Episode

In this episode, we will delve into:

1. Data and Machine Learning in Financial Services: Zakiyya’s role in advancing the integration of data and AI technologies within the financial sector.
2. Leadership Insights: Her approach to leadership and managing technology-driven projects in a complex industry.
3. Uplifting Women in Tech: Zakiyya’s dedication to diversity and empowering women in the tech space, and how she drives transformation within the corporate environment.

Engaging with Zakiyya Cassimjee

Zakiyya is not only a leader in financial technology but also a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion. Her efforts to uplift women in tech and promote leadership diversity make her a powerful voice in the industry.

Zakiyya, welcome to Big Data Talks. Thank you for joining us today. I’m looking forward to an engaging and insightful conversation.