Data-Driven Transformation: Leadership, Culture, and the Path to Success-Data, AI, and Analytics

Tuesday, February 17, 2026
1:00 - 2:00 PM ET

In today’s rapidly evolving environment, organizations cannot afford to delay their journey toward becoming truly data-driven. Leaders across the sector consistently identify better use of data as a strategic imperative for mission impact, operational resilience, and long-term sustainability. Yet, too often, organizations struggle to translate data aspirations into meaningful action.
This session — featuring Bill Sheehan, Global Head of Association Strategy at D2L, and Alex Mouw, Principal Strategic Advisor at Amazon Web Services — will examine the urgency of becoming a data-driven organization, articulate the real cost of inaction, and outline practical approaches for success.

Participants will explore:

• Leadership and culture: Why data strategy must start at the top and how senior leaders and CEOs can set the vision and reinforce a culture of evidence-based decision making. A strong culture transforms data from a technical artifact into a strategic asset embedded in everyday conversations.

• Supporting technology adoption: How to create organizational readiness, break down silos, and empower teams with the tools and skills necessary to leverage data effectively — not just collect it.

• Project breakdown for success: Approaches to structuring data initiatives so they deliver early wins and build momentum, including prioritizing outcomes that align with strategic goals and mission impact.

• Outcome-based strategies: How to define success metrics tied to real organizational outcomes, reinforce continuous learning, and drive measurable value.

Attendees will leave with actionable guidance to accelerate their data strategy, strengthen decision-making, and create measurable value across their organizations.

To register for this event, click the Zoom link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Wm4uWhy1Q5Otid8xMGIq5A

About Our Instructors
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Bill Sheehan (Global Head of Association Strategy, D2L)

Email: Bill.Sheehan@D2L.com
Bill Sheehan is the Global Head of Association Strategy at D2L, where he helps associations harness data, technology, and learning strategies to improve member experiences, increase engagement, and advance mission outcomes. With more than 25 years of senior leadership experience in the association sector and association services companies, Bill has led strategic initiatives spanning operations, membership growth, communications, advocacy, and non-dues revenue. He has served in executive roles for various trade associations and has deep expertise in helping mission-driven organizations translate insights into action. Bill is an active member of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and a recognized thought leader on the role of data and digital transformation in the evolving association ecosystem.

Alex Mouw (Principal Strategic Advisor, Amazon Web Services)

Email: alexmouw@amazon.com
Alexandra Mouw, CAE is Executive Advisor for Nonprofits at AWS, where she leverages over 20 years of experience to help mission-driven organizations harness the power of cloud technology. At AWS, Alex works with nonprofit leaders to provide knowledge that empowers better digital technology decisions, facilitates mission achievement, and accelerates goals. She is a regular speaker and writer on a variety of technology topics, including digital strategy, personalization, data, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).

Date	Tue, Feb 17 2026 1:00 pm GMT-5 (America/New_York)
End Date	Tue, Feb 17 2026 2:00 pm GMT-5 (America/New_York)
Registration Start Date	Fri, Jan 9 2026 11:30 am GMT-5 (America/New_York)
Event Time Zone	EST
Cut Off Date	Tue, Feb 17 2026 12:30 pm GMT-5 (America/New_York)
Individual Price	Free

Data-Driven Transformation: Leadership, Culture, and the Path to Success

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