In this episode, Dr. Sadya Khan discusses with H.M. Kuneyl how data can drive equity, student success, and institutional effectiveness. She emphasizes the importance of selecting the right data for the right questions, building trust and collaboration around data use, and making data accessible and meaningful for faculty, staff, and students. The conversation highlights beginner-friendly ways to engage with data, the role of culture and relationships in cultivating data-informed leadership, and practical examples of using data to improve processes across campus. Dr. Khan is the executive director of institutional research, planning and effectiveness at Moraine Valley Community College, and Kuneyl is a senior research assistant at OCCRL.