Noelle Rude

When your passion is improving data to drive informed business decisions, insights, and growth, you dedicate yourself to building strategies, processes, and technology that optimize the availability and trustworthiness of that data. That is exactly what defines Nicholle Rude’s career. She thrives on applying her expertise to large-scale initiatives, ensuring organizations have the capabilities needed to manage risk while competing in today’s digital and GenAI-driven landscape.

Nicholle is an expert in delivering strategies, governance, and data insights through a practical, value-driven approach. She specializes in data governance, data quality, metadata management, risk management, and business and information technology management. Her track record includes building and managing high-performing teams and creating the conditions for them to deliver sustainable results.

Her passion for data extends to her involvement with DAMA-MN, where she has helped guide and influence the chapter’s efforts to advance professional practice and strengthen the local data community. Through her leadership, mentorship, and expertise, Nicholle has left a lasting mark on both the chapter and the profession.

Contributions & Milestones

• Built and led high-performing teams to deliver sustainable data governance and management solutions.
• Designed and implemented data governance strategies that improve quality, metadata management, and risk management practices.
• Applied expertise to large-scale initiatives, enabling organizations to make informed decisions and grow with confidence.
• Specialized in balancing innovation with risk mitigation to help organizations thrive in digital and GenAI-driven environments.
• Actively supported DAMA-MN as a leader and mentor, strengthening the chapter’s role in advancing data management practices.