In this first episode of a three-part series, Ido Biger, EVP, CIO & CDO at Delek US Holdings, talks with Fred Knops of Data Society about redefining transformation in one of the most asset-heavy industries in the world.

Drawing from his experience across aviation, finance, and telecom, Biger explains why understanding operations from the ground up is key — and how combining the CIO and CDO roles helps position data as a strategic business asset at Delek.

Episode highlights:

🔹The growing trend of CDOs stepping into CIO roles

🔹How Ido built trust by learning the refinery and logistics business firsthand

🔹What it takes to foster a real data-driven culture in oil and gas

🔹Why starting with the back office helped drive early success

Listen now — and stay tuned for Parts 2 and 3.