Practitioner Episodes

Welcome to InfoGov Hot Seat's 2025 Year in Review!Part 1 counts down episodes 10-6 that YOU made our most-viewed of the year. From AI governance secrets to legal tech innovations, these conversations defined 2025 in the information governance industry.What's Inside:Expert insights from Microsoft, Google, ARMA International leadersInfoCon 2025 and ILTACON 2025 coverageAI adoption strategies and risk managementData security and compliance game-changersPart 2 with our TOP 5 episodes drops next!Subs...

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Wendy McLain, an assistant professor of professional practice at Louisiana State University and a prominent figure in the records and information management field. Wendy shares her extensive background in various industries, her involvement with professional associations, and her recent experiences at the RIMPA conference in Australia. She discusses key takeaways from the event, including the innovative hackathon and insight...

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Liz Salsedo about the intersection of knowledge management (KM) and information governance (IG) in leveraging AI. They discuss the importance of teamwork and collaboration between KM and IG professionals to effectively leverage AI while ensuring security. They also highlight the benefits of strong information governance practices in mitigating challenges around AI and improving knowledge management. Liz shares an example of how their collaboration ...

In this conversation, Trevor Banks discusses his role in the Government of Canada and the upcoming ARMA Canada Conference. He highlights the importance of community and the need to redefine the information management community in the digital age. Trevor also previews his sessions at the conference, focusing on organizational design and the discussion around information governance versus IG. He emphasizes the importance of continuing the conversation and adapting to the changes happening in the p...

Join us at the ARMA Canada Conference to discover the latest in AI and Data Governance. Learn from experts in the field and stay ahead of the curve! In this video, Shelly Smith, the records and information management coordinator for the City of Winnipeg, shares insights about the upcoming ARMA Canada Conference in Calgary. She discusses the diverse educational sessions planned for the conference, covering essential topics such as records management fundamentals, privacy concerns, utilizing Micro...

Chuck Barth, Director of Information Governance at Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton, discusses the Law Firm Information Governance Symposium (LFIGS) and his involvement with the group. LFIGS focuses on bringing together experienced legal industry IG leaders to share knowledge and contribute to community papers. The group meets regularly to discuss relevant topics such as data governance, matter mobility, generative AI, and retention. Chuck emphasizes the importance of staying updated on IG educ...

Barbara Dalton, Director of Data Privacy and Information Governance at Norton Rose Fulbright, discusses her role and experiences in the field of information governance. She shares strategies for ensuring data integrity and security, highlights the challenges faced in the industry, and emphasizes the importance of staying updated on privacy laws and regulations. Dalton also discusses the impact of technology on information governance and expresses excitement for the future of the field. Takeaw...

SUMMARY In this episode, host Jim Merrifield interviews Kate Wertime from Jones Day about information governance (IG) and its importance in today's data-driven world. Kate shares her background in systems analysis and librarianship, as well as her experience in records management and legal. They discuss the concept of IG, common misconceptions about it, and a case study where effective IG made a significant difference in a company's operations and risk management. They also explore the role of A...

Summary In this episode, Jim Merrifield interviews Andrew Ysasi from VRC about the importance of secure and efficient record storage in the current digital landscape. They discuss the challenges of cybersecurity, the unique features of VRC's record storage solutions, and the importance of customer service. Andrew also shares insights on how VRC secures and maintains client records, mitigates transfers of record storage, and stays up to date on regulations and standards. The episode concludes wit...

This @InfoGovHotSeat episode features Susan Gleason at Withers Bergman. Tune in to hear her answers to these 5 burning questions: 1. Brief Introduction of your role, how long you have been with the company, and one fun fact about yourself? 2. You attended and spoke at MER and ARMA NNJ INFORM recently, what were your key takeaways from those events? What events are you planning to attend the rest of the year? 3. What projects are priorities for you this year? 4. What does your interna...

This episode features Christopher Hocky at Bond, Schoeneck & King. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: Recently you posted an interesting topic on Linkedin related to the growth of digital data and its impact on information governance , can you expand on that a bit? What projects are priorities for you this year? What does your internal InfoGov team look like? Where do you see opportunities for growth? Which InfoGov events do you plan on attending/speaking at t...