Galentino Richard - Data fluency: empowering your organization with effective data communication

Data Fluency: Empowering Your Organization with Effective Data Communication

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To our parents, who shared a love of art and joy of teaching that we try to pass on to those communicating with data.

This book was a collaborative effort built upon years of experience helping companies make better use of data. Zach led the writing effort and defined the Data Fluency Framework that is the foundation of this book. Chris is responsible for many of the design and data visualization ideas and approaches that we share. Richard contributed from his experience in healthcare, education, and nonprofits, conceived of the Data Fluency Inventory, and took on the task of coordinating with our editors. Patrick worked with our research associate Tim to contribute content on organizational development, helping make this book a tool for leaders interested in transforming their organizations.

Zach Gemignani is co-founder of Juice Analytics and has helped build the companys reputation for designing engaging information experiences and delivering unique data visualization solutions. As CEO, he is responsible for the strategic direction, thought leadership, and business development of the company. Prior to Juice, Zach led reporting and analytics efforts at AOL and was a consultant with Diamond Technology Partners and Booz Allen, where he developed a reputation for creating exquisite slide presentations. He graduated from Haverford College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and received his MBA degree from The Darden School at the University of Virginia. Zach lives in Nashville, TN with his wife and three children.

Chris Gemignani is co-founder of Juice Analytics and the company's technology visionary. Chris earned his data chops in the credit card industry, taking on responsibility for risk modeling and analyzing cardholder behavior patterns. He combines this analytical experience with the ability to bring these insights to the screen with a hypercritical eye for user interface and interaction design. Chris graduated from Williams College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science and Economics. He received a Masters in Economics degree from Washington University in St. Louis.

Dr. Richard Galentino. serves as CEO of Stratable, Inc., a strategic planning and organizational development consulting firm. Prior to launching Stratable, Richard led an international medical effort sending hundreds of doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals to more than 27 countries. Selected as a Harvard International Education Policy Fellow, Richard is a graduate of Harvard University (Administration, Planning, and Social Policy; Ed.M.) and Georgetown Universitys School of Foreign Service (Economics; B.S.F.S). Richard earned his doctorate in education leadership and public policy from Vanderbilt University. Richard and his family reside in Nashville, TN.

Dr. Patrick Schuermann is a research professor at Vanderbilt University's Peabody College of Education. Having previously served as the director of policy and technical assistance for the national center on educator compensation reform for the U.S. Department of Education and the PI for numerous research projects in school leadership and education technology, Patrick currently serves as the director of the independent school leadership master's degree program and chair of the Peabody professional institutes. Patrick resides in Nashville with his talented singer-songwriter wife and their two dogs.

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