Bono De Rick
Data Strategist | AI Futurist
I am a data strategist & AI Futurist with a solid foundation in economics and IT, paired with hands-on experience in developing data-driven strategies for organizations. My career has been centered on helping companies unlock the potential of their data, guiding them in navigating the intersection of business objectives and technology. I focus on sustainable, business case-driven approaches, ensuring data initiatives deliver long-term value beyond short-term trends. Passionate about automation and efficiency through AI, I apply these principles not just in work, but also in personal projects like home automation and outdoor adventures.
- Location
- 9230, Wetteren, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium
- bono.derick@gmail.com
- Bono De Rick
Experience
– present
Data Strategy Consultant & Head of Solutions Department at Madison.Partners
As a Data Strategy Consultant at Madison.Partners, I provide strategic consultancy to organizations on data management, governance, and optimization. I align data strategies with broader business objectives, ensuring clients effectively harness their data assets to drive growth and innovation. Additionally, I lead the Solutions Department, defining its mission and vision to deliver tailored data solutions that meet client needs and support the company’s strategic goals.
Highlights
- Developed a comprehensive data governance framework for a research organization, including data classification, common data models (in accrodance with FAIR principles), data cataloguing and storage standards, providing data security and compliance.
- Designed enterprise and data architecture for a human resources organization, guiding the software procurement process for a Customer Data Platform (CDP) and ensuring scalability and security within the Azure ecosystem.
- Co-developed a long-term data roadmap for an insurance company, establishing data foundations & governance principles and providing strategic recommendations for value generating data-driven initiatives.
- Leading the Solutions Department, crafting its mission and vision to deliver innovative, client-focused data & AI solutions, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
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Data Strategist at Mediafin
As a data strategist in the advertising division (Trustmedia), I streamlined data collection and utilization processes to enhance business outcomes. I provided actionable insights to the sales team and translated complex technical data into accessible, value-driven narratives for our clients.
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Lead Business Analyst / Solutions Architect at NGDATA
At NGDATA, I held various roles with increasing responsibility, providing end-to-end consulting and implementation services for data-driven solutions in CRM and marketing automation. I served as a liaison between business units, operations, and IT, ensuring alignment of technical solutions with business goals. In my later roles, I led pre-sales initiatives, acted as a SPOC for operational deployments, and contributed to the product roadmap for NGDATA’s platform.
Highlights
- Implemented functional, data-driven CRM solutions as a full-time consultant for a leading telecom provider.
- Redesigned CRM and marketing automation operations, introducing scalable processes and SCRUM/KANBAN methodologies for a major client.
- Designed and implemented a new training environment focused on immersive product learning.
- Contributed to business continuity by defining RACI roles and implementing process optimizations for marketing automation.
- Acted as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, bridging the gap between technical capabilities and business needs.
Education
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Master's Degree in Management and IT from Ghent University
Courses
- Certified in ORACLE Database Design
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Short-Term Program in Public Speaking and Training from Expert Academy
Courses
- Train the Trainer
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Short-Term Program in Digital Advertising (Mediabytes) from CommPass
Courses
- Mediabytes
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