
UK & Ireland CDAO Community
Executive Summit
14 June 2022 | Royal Lancaster London
14 June 2022
Royal Lancaster London
Collaborate with your peers
Get together with UK & Ireland's top CDAOs to tackle shared business challenges and critical priorities facing your role today. Participate in this one-day, local program with peer-driven topics and interactive discussions with your true C-level peers.
Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CDAOs today:
Converging data & digital transformation to accelerate business value & enable data driven decisions
Communicating data’s tangible ROI to influence organisational strategy & drive business growth
Distilling key pillars of leadership, culture, and education to become a data driven organisation
UK & Ireland CDAO Governing Body
The Governing Body Co-Chairs shape the summit agenda, ensuring that all content is driven By CDAOs, For CDAOs™.
What to Expect
Agenda
08:00 - 09:00 Registration & Breakfast
09:00 - 09:45 Keynote
Data Transformation Is Not a One-off Project

Priya Lakhani, OBE
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Century Tech
Join Priya Lakhani, OBE, as she shares her takeaways on how organisations can achieve effective digital transformation across the board. Digital transformation is a continuous process and Priya details steps to incorporate change management and create a culture which embraces data.
09:45 - 10:00 Break
10:00 - 10:45 Breakout Session
Unlock Data Connections to Drive Customer Experience
Hosted by Quantexa

Dan Onions
Global Head of Data Management and Platforms
Quantexa

Ming Tang
Chief Data & Analytics Officer
NHS
CDOs must become customer-centric to achieve business objectives. A mindset which should be embedded in every stage of the data journey, including governance. Discuss how a robust governance framework acts as a springboard to improve data quality, visibility and drives customer experience insights.
During this case study, you will learn how to:
- Employ entity resolution and data volume to smooth out data quality issues
- Increase data visibility to better connect data points and enhance customer experience
- Integrate AI into a data governance framework to expand digital business opportunities
10:00 - 10:45 Breakout Session
Architectural Shifts to Enable Data Transformation

Paul Lodge
Chief Data Officer
Department for Work & Pensions
As mature organisations accelerate their digital transformation, they must leverage technology to make decisions powered by data analytics while also reducing cost and complexity in data architecture. Join Paul Lodge, Chief Data Officer at the Department for Work and Pensions as he details the journey towards a citizen-centric data model, with lessons learned along the way.
10:00 - 10:45 Executive Boardroom
Pivoting to Data Ownership Culture With Data Mesh
Hosted by Starburst

Andy Mott
Lead Solution Architect - Data Mesh
Starburst

Sanjeevan Bala
Group Chief Data & AI Officer
ITV
Data is a human driven product with the most effective results gleaned by those that know it best. A decentralised approach to data ownership and responsibility has given rise to Data Mesh; a re-examination of data’s position within company culture. To enable Data Mesh, organisations must undergo a culture shift in data ownership, linking data to the wider business strategy.
In this boardroom you will discuss strategies to:
- Rethink the role of central data teams to better embed a data-driven culture
- Govern data in a domain vs. across domains (business units)
- Measure the impact of data products against corporate objectives
Executive boardrooms are intimate and interactive sessions designed to foster dynamic dialogue around a specific, strategic topic. These private, closed-door discussions encourage attendee participation and are limited to 15 attendees (seating priority is given to CDOs). To reserve your seat, please contact: Sanil Asokakumar at +441784268278 or sanil.asokakumar@gartner.com
10:45 - 11:30 Networking Break
10:55 - 11:20 Peer-to-Peer Meetings
Peer-to-Peer Meetings
Connect with like-minded peers in a one-on-one setting through Evanta’s Peer-to-Peer Meetings. You will be matched with peers in your community based on your shared interests and priorities.
11:30 - 12:15 Breakout Session
Understanding the Pathway from CDO to COO

Anita Fernqvist
Chief Data Officer & Director of Operations
Zurich Insurance Company UK
Whilst the transition to technology-focused C-level positions may seem like a natural sidestep for CDOs, what does the trajectory look like for those wanting to move into executive roles such as COO or CEO? Join Anita Fernqvist, Chief Data Officer and Director of Operations at Zurich UK to hear how a wealth of data and leadership experience ideally positioned her to take on a new challenge in her executive career.
In this session, you will hear how:
- CDOs can develop their remit to encompass responses to business change
- Specific data challenges will support your advancement in an executive role
- Measuring your maturity journey will prepare you for additional executive responsibilities
11:30 - 12:15 Breakout Session
Migrating to a Data Lakehouse to Streamline Efficiencies
Hosted by Databricks

Dael Williamson
EMEA Chief Technology Officer, Field Advisory & Engineering
Databricks

Rob McKendrick
Head of Data
Co-op
Shifting architectural paradigms is challenging when data is spread across several locations — on-premises, legacy applications and private and/or public clouds. Data leaders must focus on smart data management strategies and scalable systems to deliver accurate, timely data sets. Join Databricks and the Co-op in conversation to exchange ideas on:
- Benefits of adopting a data lakehouse to streamline data integration and workflows
- Best practices for a lakehouse which enables greater data efficiency
- Opportunities unlocked by data integration and efficiency
11:30 - 12:15 Executive Boardroom
Successfully Communicating the Value of Data

Brad Currin
Chief Data Officer
Shell

Pete Williams
Director of Data and Online
Penguin Random House UK
Data is integral to driving an enterprise’s revenue, but many stakeholders may not be aware of its true value. The CDO must excel at defining and delivering data’s ROI to overcome technical debt and lack of leadership buy-in.
In this interactive session, come prepared to:
- Refine your data strategy’s ‘what’ ‘why’ and ‘how’ to demonstrate its tangible value
- Share storytelling techniques which influenced senior leaders to support data decisions
- Debate communication strategies that encourage trust, ability and action
Executive boardrooms are intimate and interactive sessions designed to foster dynamic dialogue around a specific, strategic topic. These private, closed-door discussions encourage attendee participation and are limited to 15 attendees (seating priority is given to CDOs). To reserve your seat, please contact: Sanil Asokakumar at +441784268278 or sanil.asokakumar@gartner.com
11:30 - 12:15 Executive Boardroom
Trust Data Over Gut to Accelerate Decision Making

Elizabeth Hollinger
Director of Insight
Aggreko

Jonathan Saunders
Chief Data Officer
Direct Line Group

Sid Shah
Global Head of Analytics & Insight
Conde Nast Publications
A tendency towards gut-based decision making is no longer an option for the modern enterprise. To maximise operational efficiency and streamline costs, CDOs must adopt a data centric, analytical approach to decisions. Yet, technical debt and siloed operating models hamper CDOs' ability to action results.
In this boardroom you will explore ways to:
- Determine gaps where data engines can accelerate processes and mitigate technical debt
- Build an agile operating model to enhance enterprise outcomes
- Upskill data teams to execute analytic decisions in a timely manner
Executive boardrooms are intimate and interactive sessions designed to foster dynamic dialogue around a specific, strategic topic. These private, closed-door discussions encourage attendee participation and are limited to 15 attendees (seating priority is given to CDOs). To reserve your seat, please contact: Sanil Asokakumar at +441784268278 or sanil.asokakumar@gartner.com
Apply to Participate
Apply to participate in the UK & Ireland CDAO Community Executive Summit.
Gartner facilitates exclusive, C-level communities by personally qualifying and understanding the priorities, challenges and interests of each member.
Our selective approach maintains the high quality of the network and ensures top-level discussions with peers from the world’s leading organizations.
Each application will be reviewed, and once your participation is confirmed, you will have access to year-round community programs.
Location
Venue & Accommodation
Royal Lancaster LondonA discounted room rate for the Evanta event will be made available at the Royal Lancaster very soon. More details to follow.
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Royal Lancaster London at a reduced conference rate. Reservations should be made online or by calling +44 (0) 20 7551 6229. Please mention Evanta UK CDO and CHRO Executive Summits to ensure the appropriate room rate.
Deadline to book using the discounted room rate of £309 GBP (plus tax) is 30 May 2022.
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