S3 | Ep 29 | Data for a Sustainable Future: Exploring the ESG Connection with Sally Bashuan, Executive Director; Head of Data Governance at Federated Hermes

In Episode 29 of Season 3, of Driven by Data: The Podcast, Kyle Winterbottom is joined by Sally Bashuan, Executive Director; Head of Data Governance at Federated Hermes, where they discuss the role of data and analytics within ESG, which includes;The Importance of having a great LeaderWhy ESG is important to everyoneWhy companies and boards are paying attention to ESG How ESG will impact D&A teams Understanding the fundamentals of ESG from a data standpoint The current landscape of 3rd party ESG dataThe major challenges for Data teams The ESG data journey that Federated Hermes are onESG Strategies V Data Strategies The role of Data Literacy within ESGThe importance of ensuring everyone is talking the same language with ESGPros and Cons of ESG Data providersHow should data teams be structured to win at ESGThe commercial benefits of great ESG scoresWhy there is more to consider than just regulation The consequences of getting it wrong Formulating an ESG Data teamThe future of ESG