NOMINATION HIGHLIGHTS

I am Kash Mehdi, Vice President of Growth and Operations at DataGalaxy, and I am honored to be considered for the Data Leader of the Year award. Winning this award would signify recognition of my contributions to the fields of data and AI governance through both thought leadership and measurable business impact.

Over the years, I have played a pivotal role in driving success at leading organizations. At DataGalaxy, I spearheaded its US launch, securing double-digit new customers and generating 7-figure net new business in just two years. At Informatica, I helped the company enter the data governance space, achieving $40M in annual recurring revenue and $84M in total contract value over four years, contributing to a $1B IPO. At Collibra, I managed a $56M customer portfolio, driving 25% renewal growth and supporting its growth from a startup to a $5B valuation.

In thought leadership, I founded the CDO Masterclass and CDO Academy programs, which have trained and certified hundreds of Chief Data Officers and AI professionals across 30+ countries. These programs have been widely endorsed by industry leaders, demonstrating their global impact. Winning this award would underscore my dedication to advancing the data and AI community worldwide.