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Infogov Hot Seat

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

Recent Episodes

March 26, 2025

IGHS67 - Interview with Wanne Pemmelaar at Filerskeepers

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield speaks with Wanne Pemmelaar, co-founder and CEO of Filers Keepers and Lawstronaut. They discuss Wanne's journey from law to tech, the evolution of Filers Keepers, t...
March 11, 2025

IGHS66 - AI and Data Hygiene: Keys to Success with Dr. Galina Datskovsky

In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield welcomes Dr. Galina Datskovsky, a prominent figure in the field of Information Governance (IG) and legal technology. They discuss Galina's extensive career, her con...
Feb. 26, 2025

IGHS65 - Ryan Gerhardy, CEO at Pitchly

In this episode, Jim Merrifield interviews Ryan Gerhardy, CEO of Pitchly, discussing the evolution of Pitchly, its role in automating content creation for the professional services industry, and the challenges and opportuniti...
Feb. 18, 2025

IGHS64 - Interview with Maged Helmy, CEO at NewCode.ai

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Maged Helmy, CEO of NewCode.ai, discussing the evolution of AI in the legal industry. Maged shares his background in AI, the inspiration behind founding NewCode.ai, and the chal...
Feb. 5, 2025

IGHS63 - AI and the Future of Legal Tech: A Conversation with NetDocuments CEO Josh Baxter

In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Josh Baxter, CEO of NetDocuments, discussing the evolution of legal technology, particularly the integration of AI into legal workflows. They explore the challenges and risks as...
Jan. 30, 2025

IGHS62 - Phyllis Elin, CEO at Knowledge Preservation

In this engaging conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Phyllis Elin, founder and CEO of Knowledge Preservation, discussing her extensive career in information governance and data privacy. Phyllis shares her journey from par...

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

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

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

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