

Despite their shared goal of delivering value, misalignment between BAs and DAs can create gaps that delay projects, dilute insights, and impact business outcomes. How can we bridge this divide effectively?
Join IIBA Brisbane and speaker Abhinav Jain as we unpack the collaboration puzzle between Business Analysts and Data Analysts. Together, we'll explore practical strategies to align communication, expectations, and outputs — turning two distinct roles into one powerful partnership. Through real-world examples, this session will offer fresh tools to create stronger teams, improve project delivery, and amplify the impact of analytics across the business. Let’s move past misunderstanding. Let’s unlock the real power of collaboration.
Learning Objectives:
- Clarify the core differences and overlaps between Business Analysts and Data Analysts.
- Explore practical methods to improve collaboration and reduce friction in projects.
- Learn how to translate business needs into actionable data solutions — and vice versa.
- Build a shared language and toolkit that enhances team alignment and accelerates success.
Tickets:
- IIBA Members: Free! Please login at the top of this page to access a free registration.
- Non-Members: $20
About the Speaker: Abhinav Jain | Principal Analyst at Gold Coast Health
Abhinav Jain is a Principal Analyst at Gold Coast Health, where he leads data-driven initiatives to advance digital health equity. With over 13 years of experience spanning public health, enterprise analytics, and AI-enabled solutions, Abhinav has a proven track record in translating complex data into actionable insights. He serves as Vice Chair of the Australian Computer Society’s National Data Sharing Committee and is a board director for several community-focused organizations. Abhinav is a frequent speaker at national forums, including the ACS State Tech Summit and AusDataGov Summit, and is passionate about bridging the gap between business and data analytics to drive meaningful impact.
Sponsor:
Thank you to our Sponsor, Talent International, for providing the venue and catering for this event.
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