Executive Summit

As organizations move to deploy AI solutions, CDAOs are tasked with quickly establishing AI governance. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into workflows, ensuring ethical, regulatory-compliant and secure practices is essential.

Join this session as CDAOs discuss:

• Establishing AI governance processes
• Integrating AI into existing data governance frameworks
• Aligning with laws and anticipating regulations

As data and AI continue to shape our world, are they working in perfect harmony to drive innovation, or are they creating unforeseen chaos? Through real-world examples and audience engagement, we will uncover the key factors that determine whether data and AI work together effectively or if their interplay leads to unpredictable disruptions.

Join this interactive session to:

• Share your stance on the current AI landscape
• Hear what your peers think about today’s debated issues
• Enjoy friendly debate with your peer leaders

Great AI models rely on trustworthy data, but CDAOs face significant challenges ensuring quality and transparency within enterprise AI systems. Inaccurate data can erode trust and pose operational risks to your business. Fortunately, advanced tools are helping CDAOs accelerate their AI initiatives while maintaining governance.

Join this roundtable discussion to explore how to:

• Maintain data integrity for AI projects
• Curate and govern data to build trust and ensure transparency
• Standardize clear business logic to guide AI development

AI is a top priority, but the journey from conceptualization to implementation often faces hurdles. Challenges include unclear use cases, integration difficulties and cultural resistance — which impede the realization of AI's potential. This roundtable discussion will delve into strategies for overcoming these obstacles and effectively managing change to ensure successful AI adoption.

Join this session to learn more about:

• What’s blocking AI adoption — and what gets teams moving
• Ways to position AI for human enhancement — not job displacement
• A preview of emerging AI capabilities and what they mean for your strategy

Connect with like-minded peers in a one-on-one setting through Peer-to-Peer Meetings. You will be matched with peers in your community based on your shared interests and priorities.

In today’s landscape, collecting data is merely the beginning, the true challenge lies in transforming data into meaningful action. In this fireside chat, data leaders will share how they make data work and turn insights into real results.

Join to explore:

• Creating a culture where data effectively guides decisions
• Practical ways to break down barriers and encourage teamwork
• Leveraging advanced analytics to drive business success

Data democratization enables employees at all levels of an organization to make data-driven decisions that improve business outcomes. However, achieving this goal requires overcoming technical debt, legacy technology and employee adoption challenges. By prioritizing execution and investing in talent development and new technologies, organizations can build a data-driven culture that drives growth and innovation.

Join this roundtable as CDAOs discuss:

• Overcoming persistent data democratization challenges
• Building a data-driven culture for better ownership and outcomes
• Developing talent and investing in tech for unlocking business potential

Organizations cannot execute on business initiatives without a successful team — and D&A teams are no exception. Effective CDAOs recognize the importance of attracting the right talent and providing enticing opportunities to retain a top-notch team.

Join this session to discuss:

• Offering creative opportunities and projects to lure D&A talent
• Reevaluating the skills needed to successfully execute on D&A initiatives
• Building a robust pipeline in a rapidly-evolving digital ecosystem

Uncovering the mysteries of body language — how people communicate their thoughts and feelings without saying a word — is a decisive first step toward mastering any business and social situation.  Top executives know that detecting split-second signals from your team and leadership then taking immediate action is crucial to being a persuasive communicator and problem solver, especially during tricky internal matters or high-level negotiations.

During this session you will learn how to:

• Move beyond the vacuum of artificial body language to a behavioral approach based on YOU
• Strengthen interpersonal relationships, be a more decisive leader and manage your nerves better
• Uncover the less obvious needs of others and improve your team’s confidence and competence

Finish the day sharing lessons learned with your peers over light fare and drinks at this closing reception hosted by your governing body members.