Harald Schneider

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Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Equifax

Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States

Overview

Harald Schneider is the Global Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Equifax, where he leads global data innovation and the companys overall AI strategy. His extensive career in financial services includes leadership roles at Visa, Tandem Bank, and Capital One. He earned an MBA from The University of Iowa.

There is no publicly available information regarding Haralds personal life or hobbies outside of his professional accomplishments.

He was recently recognized as a Top 150 AI Leader by Constellation Research for his significant contributions to AI transformation and innovation.

Personality Overview

Assertive

Value Driven

Curious

They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing.  They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince. They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.

Topics They Care About

AI Strategy
He is responsible for the overall AI strategy at Equifax and frequently discusses AI governance and innovation in public forums.
Data-driven Innovation
A core part of his role involves using Equifax's data fabric and cloud capabilities to drive new products and growth.
Global Team Leadership
He often speaks about the importance of working with talented colleagues across the globe to drive innovation for customers.

Media Appearances

D&A Innovation at Equifax: A Q&A with Harald Schneider, Chief Data & Analytics Officer. Featured in Equifax Newsroom

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On Stepping into a Leadership Role with Executive Harald Schneider. Featured in Equifax Careers Blog

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Equifax Announces New Chief Data & Analytics Officer. Featured in Equifax Investor Relations Press Release

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Work History

6-2022
Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Equifax
8-2018 - 6-2022
Global Head of Data Products at Visa
9-2016 - 6-2018
Chief Analytics Officer at Tandem Bank
2-2015 - 8-2016
Managing Vice President, Head of Decision Sciences US Card at Capital One
4-2014 - 1-2015
Vice President, Head of Decision Sciences US Card at Capital One

Education

1996 - 1997
MBA from The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business
Diplom-Kaufmann (Master of Science in Finance) from Goethe University Frankfurt

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Exp : 16 Location : Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Equifax
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Insights For Selling To Harald

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Build rapport, it will come handy to handle hard questions later
  • Focus on immediate action-items rather than the larger goals
  • Use phrases like ‘clear proof that’, ‘data shows’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t be too objective but make sure to pad your storytelling with data points
  • Don’t try to rush them into a decision, provide all necessary information first
  • Don’t rely excessively on your relationship with them to win the deal

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Harald is

  • Proven value, strong testimonials are important for them, rapport can impact decisions a little.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Harald

  • They are practical yet friendly, don’t expect a clear no very often.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Harald move?

  • They like to analyze well and can take their time to reach any decisions.
  • Can Harald take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Harald

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