Yolanda Eyre, CDMP

Yolanda Eyre, CDMP, is an accomplished data leader with extensive experience bridging business and technology to drive actionable insights. Currently serving as the AVP of Data Governance, Analytics & Insights at Breakthrough T1D, she leads efforts to establish data governance frameworks, data stewardship programs, and policies that empower the nonprofit organization to leverage data in support of Type 1 Diabetes research. Yolanda’s expertise spans data governance, data quality, project management, root cause analysis, business process optimization, and the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), allowing her to deliver high-impact solutions across diverse environments.

Throughout her career, Yolanda has demonstrated a talent for building high-functioning teams and fostering collaboration across organizational boundaries. Prior to her current role, she consulted and managed enterprise data governance initiatives at EXL and CAS, where she led the establishment of over a dozen enterprise data domains, trained data stewards, and implemented scalable processes that significantly reduced project timelines and improved organizational efficiency. Her ability to combine technical expertise with soft skills has been a hallmark of her leadership, earning her a reputation for clarity, mentorship, and people-focused management.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Yolanda is an active mentor and volunteer, serving on the Buckeye DAMA board and contributing to Breakthrough T1D’s mission. She is passionate about empowering others to understand and leverage data, and she attributes much of her success to continuous learning, the support of her husband, and engagement with professional organizations like Dataversity and GGIQ. With a career defined by innovation, collaboration, and dedication to meaningful outcomes, Yolanda continues to drive data excellence in every organization she serves.