CDOIQ Newsletter, February 2025 vol. II | |
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We are thrilled to feature an outstanding lineup of distinguished speakers for the 2025 CDOIQ Symposium, with more than 130 invited speakers, over 30 sponsored sessions, and 20 panel sessions. You can view 2025 CDOIQ Symposium Agenda at https://cdoiq-2025.org.
Only 3 days left! The Early-bird special ends on February 28th. Be sure to apply the discount codes below at checkout to take advantage of this opportunity.
CDOIQEARLYOS45% for on-site registration
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Building a Workforce of the Future: Designing Data and AI Literacy Program for Success | |
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Moderator: Valerie Logan, The Data Lodge
Panelists: Elena Alikhachkina, TE Connectivity
Steve Bartos, Worthington Steel
Roberta Hyland, HY'er Impact Consulting
As industries rapidly evolve with data and AI advancements, organizations must invest in literacy programs to equip their workforce for the future. This discussion highlights effective strategies for developing training initiatives that drive data-driven decision-making, enhance innovation, and ensure long-term success in an increasingly digital economy.
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Energy and Oil Industry Panel | |
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Moderator: To be confirmed
Panelists: Pragati Mathur, ConocoPhillips
Noriko Rzonca, Cosmo Energy Holdings
Other panelists are yet to confirm their participation
The energy and oil industry is undergoing a significant shift, driven by data and digital innovation. This panel will explore how analytics, AI, and emerging technologies are optimizing operations, enhancing efficiency, and supporting sustainability efforts. Industry experts will discuss the challenges and opportunities in leveraging data to drive business decisions and adapt to the evolving energy landscape.
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Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals Industry Panel | |
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Moderator: David Paget-Brown, Modak
Panelists: J.D. Williams, Zoetis
Kent Supancik, Eli Lilly
Gian Prakesh, AbbVie
Santha Ramakrishnan, Bayer
Explore the transformative forces shaping the healthcare and pharmaceuticals industry in this panel discussion featuring Modak, Eli Lilly, Zoetis, Abbvie, and Bayer. Panelists will dive into critical topics such as the role of data analytics in accelerating innovation, overcoming industry challenges, and strategies to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. This session offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into how leading organizations are driving progress in healthcare and pharmaceuticals.
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Financial Services Meets AI: Implementing Scalable Data Governance in Highly Regulated Industries | |
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Leanne Ball, Carson Group
Inna Tokarev Sela, Illumex
Data governance is a critical pillar of enterprise AI strategy, yet many organizations face challenges in scaling these efforts effectively. According to the Gartner Chief Data and Analytics Officer Agenda Survey for 2024, 89% of CDAOs identified effective data and analytics governance as essential for driving both business and technology innovation. At Carson Group, a financial services company with a small, non-dedicated governance team, we’ve taken a step-by-step approach to data governance, aligning with the organization’s evolving needs and appetite. Our journey began with data tagging to improve visibility and control, then progressed into defining AI concepts and building data lineage. Today, we’re focusing on governed AI to enhance data integrity, accessibility, and compliance. This session will walk through our chronological approach, highlighting how AI has reduced manual overhead and fostered collaboration across teams. From automated tagging of sensitive data like Personally Identifiable Information (PII) to AI-driven business glossaries, we’ve minimized reporting time and enhanced semantic consistency. In this fireside chat, we’ll explore how AI augments governance without replacing human oversight and share insights on building scalable, adaptable governance frameworks in data-heavy, highly regulated environments.
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Jason Duke, US Fish & Wildlife Service
Benjieve Joseph, USPS OIG
Other panelists are yet to confirm their participation
Join us for the Federal Chief Data Officer (CDO) Panel III, featuring key insights from prominent leaders in the field of federal data management. This panel will focus on the latest developments, challenges, and strategies in leveraging data within government organizations. More panelists will be announced soon!
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Check out our previous 2025 CDOIQ Symposium newsletters to see confirmed speakers and get more details. Stay informed and be ready for an exciting event! | |
Reserve Symposium Hotel ASAP | |
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Guest Rooms at Hyatt Regency Cambridge Hotel for the 19th Annual CDOIQ Symposium are now available for reservations, limited to 300 rooms only. Please do reserve at your earliest convenience to secure your room.
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We still have a very limited number of sponsorships available. This is a unique opportunity to connect and share insights with CDOs, senior data leaders, industry influencers and the public sector. Join us as a sponsor!
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