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Infogov Hot Seat

Infogov Hot Seat

Candid interviews with practitioners, consultants and solution providers on hot topics in the information governance industry.

Episodes

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IGHS1 - Interview with Chris Giles, LegalRM
Jan. 6, 2023

IGHS1 - Interview with Chris Giles, LegalRM

This episode features Chris Giles, Founder & CEO of LegalRM. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from ILTACON 2022? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on gover…
IGHS2 - Interview with Kurt Thies, Gimmal
Jan. 30, 2023

IGHS2 - Interview with Kurt Thies, Gimmal

This episode features Kurt Thies, Vice President of Gimmal. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from ILTACON 2022? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on govern…
IGHS3 - Interview with Andrea Demers, iManage
Feb. 10, 2023

IGHS3 - Interview with Andrea Demers, iManage

This episode features Andrea Demers, Product Manager of iManage. Tune in to hear her answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from ILTACON 2022? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on g…
IGHS4 - Interview with Leigh Isaacs, DLA Piper & Creator of the Legal Roundtable
Feb. 16, 2023

IGHS4 - Interview with Leigh Isaacs, DLA Piper & Creator of the Legal Roundtable

This episode features Leigh Isaacs, Senior Director of Information Governance at DLA Piper & creator of the Legal Roundtable. Tune in to hear her answers to these 5 burning questions: When did you start the Legal Roundtable …
IGHS5 - Interview with Harold Westervelt, FileTrail
March 7, 2023

IGHS5 - Interview with Harold Westervelt, FileTrail

This episode features Harold Westervelt, CEO of FileTrail. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What were your key takeaways from ILTACON 2022? What is the makeup of your internal team focused on governa…
IGHS6 - Interview with Joe Bartolo, Author of Quantum Uncertainty - The Future of Information Governance
March 15, 2023

IGHS6 - Interview with Joe Bartolo, Author of Quantum Uncertainty - The Future of Information Governance

This episode features Joe Bartolo, Sr. Director at Knovos & Author of Quantum Uncertainty - The Future of Information Governance. Tune in to hear his answers to these 5 burning questions: What made you decide to write your b…
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About the Host

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Jim Merrifield

Influencer/Podcast Host/Keynote Speaker/Entrepreneur

InfoGov Hot Seat is a podcast hosted by Jim Merrifield, a certified information governance officer and professional with nearly two decades of experience in the industry. In each episode, Jim engages in candid conversations with practitioners, consultants, and solution providers on hot topics in the information governance field. Their discussions provide valuable insights and practical advice on managing information assets while navigating legal and regulatory challenges.

As the Director of Information Governance & Business Intake at Robinson & Cole LLP, Jim brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the podcast. He co-founded the first-ever conference focused exclusively on information governance, InfoGovCon, and is an active member of industry associations such as ILTA, IAPP, and ARMA. In addition, Jim has published numerous publications and frequently discusses information governance and data privacy issues. With its focus on real-world scenarios and practical solutions, InfoGov Hot Seat is a must-listen for anyone interested in information governance and data management.

Reviews

Only podcast you need to listen for IG

"Amazing host, amazing content, great discussions. And unlike every other IG podcast out there, you are not being sold. You are getting the best of what each practitioner offers."

Kaan Volkan | June 14, 2024

Best New Podcast

"InfoGov Hot Seat is the best podcast out there if you're involved in Information Governance, Records Management, and/or Information Management. As a listener of the podcast and as a former guest, I c…"

Chris Hockey, IGP | Sept. 8, 2023

Great podcast

"This is a wonderful and long overdue podcast. The combination of practitioners and solution providers is a great balance. Jim’s demeanor and delivery are engaging and remind the viewer that we are al…"

Greg Girardin | March 19, 2023

A great set of guests means great conversations

"I have previously worked for 4.5 years as Director of KM in a Legal Group in a large Canadian Bank, and then as Director of Product Management for NetDocuments, so about 8 years involved in legal tec…"

Jed Cawthorne | March 20, 2023

Invaluable Resource

"I have been an avid follower (and participant!) of the InfoGov Hot Seat since it's inception. The interviews are timely, relevant and Jim's discussion style makes it very easy and entertaining to li…"

Leigh Isaacs | March 21, 2023

The best seat in town for those burning IG issues!

"Kudos to Jim and the team at the InfoGov Hot Seat! The InfoGov Hot Seat is an excellent resource focused on the challenges & best practices of managing information and data within organizations. …"

Chris Giles, Founder & CEO at iCompli by LegalRM | March 21, 2023

Great Insights from Inside

"Just like most celebrities who now have a podcast, Jim has a large network and years of stories to share. As a lifelong innovator and collaborator, Jim has created the perfect forum to bring this ong…"

Kurt Thies | March 22, 2023

Great inside view of the industry

"The podcast is an excellent series of candid interviews with the heavy hitters in the industry. Jim isn't afraid to ask the challenging questions, and push to get the answers. We all love conferenc…"

Susan Gleason, CIP, CRM/CIGO, IGP | March 24, 2023

Masterful host and cutting edge content

"Jim has exceptionally interesting guests and is masterful at curating wisdom from them. I’ve learned so much by listening to this podcast; it offers fresh insight and takeaways on the IG industry tha…"

Christy Walters | March 27, 2023

Leader talking to Leaders

"This podcast is the "Tools for Titans" for all things Information Governance. Not only does Jim ask phenomenal questions, you also get to know the speakers at a personal level. Each episode brillia…"

Angela Watt, CIP | March 27, 2023
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