Executive Summit

Governing Body members host this dinner for attendees to launch the event with an evening of peer networking.

 As AI becomes more ubiquitous, enterprise leaders face a challenging dilemma. On the one hand, they need to leverage the power of AI to increase productivity and drive innovation. On the other hand, they must protect their organizations against the risks of open generative AI solutions.

Join this session to learn about:

•  Advancements and risks of generative AI in the workplace, including critical issues like data leakage, hallucination, and legal consequences.
•  Insights into how enterprises can safely harness AI by adopting thoughtful approaches
• The importance of approaching innovation responsibly

CDAO’s have a lot of thoughts on a wide range of topics. Have you ever wondered where your peers stand of the “buzzy” issues of the day? In this collaborative session, you’ll give a thumbs up or thumbs down to various topics and then discuss your peer’s choices.

Join this interactive session to:

• Share your stance on a variety of controversial topics
• Hear what your peers think about today’s debated issues
• Enjoy friendly debate with your peer leaders

A Gartner study reveals the average CDAO tenure is 2.4 years, highlighting the critical evolutionary journey of seasoned CDAOs as they navigate executive inclusion, adapt to rapid technological advancements, assert thought leadership, master essential skills, and envision the role's trajectory. This highlights the need for CDAOs to quickly adapt and shape the future of data leadership, emphasizing their growing strategic importance.

Join this session as tenured CDAO's discuss:

• Branding as enterprise data and analytics leaders
• Anticipating strategic CDAO positioning with future trends
• Emphasizing adaptability and continuous learning

To overcome data context and self-serve technology challenges, D&A leaders must ensure the workforce has the skills and knowledge needed to thrive. While some are establishing data academies, others are weaving data literacy initiatives into their overall D&A strategy.

Join this session to discuss:

• Assessing and evaluating the current skills within the workforce
• Creating buy-in to drive data fluency across the enterprise
• Inspiring a data-driven mindset from the top down

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.

Recent advancements in data and artificial intelligence technologies have opened new avenues for CDAOs to foster an innovative culture. Establishing a robust enablement strategy is paramount. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into healthcare workflows, ensuring ethical, regulatory-compliant, and secure practices is essential for patient safety and trust.

This presentation will explore how leading enterprises can navigate responsible AI practices in this time of rapid innovation:

• Deploying AI Solutions that enhance competitiveness and efficiency
• Streamlining operations and processes while fostering a culture of innovation
• Calculating GenAI business value and cost drivers for decision making

Master data management is necessary not only for organizational success but also for agility in times of uncertainty and ambiguity. A successful MDM program hinges on data quality, the organization viewing data as an asset and leaders ensuring the workforce has the skills needed to maintain and build on core competencies of the program.

Join this session to discuss:

• Assessing your MDM program's current level of maturity
• Identifying the skills needed to maintain MDM
• Creating metrics to track quality and success of your program

The data flowing into an organization isn’t only increasing, it’s coming even more sources and ecosystems. The expanded use of advanced analytics gives leaders the ability to analyze data across disparate sources, enabling them to produce more accurate forecasts for strategic decision making.

Join this session to discuss:

• Breaking organizational silos to deliver advanced analytics
• Using predictive and prescriptive models to stay ahead of competitor and consumer trends
• Communicating the ROI of advanced analytics

Seasoned Chief Data Officer Jonathan Beris will delve into the turbulent journey of transforming an organization's data management landscape from an IT-centered approach to a business-centric paradigm. At the heart of this transformation was a profound shift in mindset — moving from viewing data as a mere technological asset to recognizing it as a strategic cornerstone essential for achieving the organization's mission.

This keynote will explore:

• Fostering buy-in at all organizational levels with innovative approaches
• Demonstrating the tangible benefits of aligning data strategies with business objectives
• Overcoming resistance, driving cultural change, and leveraging data as a strategic asset