CDOIQ Newsletter, February 2026 Volume II | |
Collaborate on ADQ & Governance Course
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From Dr. Richard Wang:
Dear Colleagues, you are cordially invited to participate in the Agentic Data Quality (ADQ) and Governance Certificate Program, currently being developed by CDOIQ. This is more than a certificate program—it’s a collaborative movement to redefine governance and data quality in the age of Agentic AI.
As leaders in data, analytics, and AI, we have a unique opportunity—and responsibility—to advance data practices beyond traditional quality and governance frameworks. The rise of autonomous Agentic AI systems calls for a new paradigm: Agentic Data Quality and Governance, designed to ensure resilience, accountability, and trust in increasingly AI-driven environments.
We are seeking support from thought leaders, sponsors, and leading partners to contribute expertise, showcase solutions, and help shape this executive-level program. You will play a pivotal role in guiding participants to operationalize Generative AI and Agentic AI effectively. I am pleased that Drs. Mark Ramsey and John Talburt have joined me to provide the background knowledge for the program.
We seek your collaboration to help develop Architecture, Design, Operations, Applications, and Case Studies.
👉 If you are interested in participating, fill in the short form below.
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Be a Certified CDO Professional!
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We are pleased to announce that the 3rd Certified CDO (CCDO) Program will officially begin on April 14, 2026. Apply for this comprehensive, practitioner-led program designed to elevate your leadership in data, analytics, and AI. Program highlights:
- Four Modules over 20 Weeks. Each module runs for 5 weeks
- Live online sessions every Tuesday, 4:30–7:00 PM ET
- Flexible tuition: Pay in full or per module
- Earn 5 certificates of completion
- Get 5 Continuing Education Units
Sign up below to receive a program briefing:
| | Highlight 2026 Symposium Speakers, Part IV | | Preparing Enterprises for Agentic AI: What CDOs Must Redesign Now | | |
Amit Shivpuja, Walmart
Agentic AI is advancing faster than most enterprises are structurally prepared for. Hence, CDOs face a critical inflection point: redesign foundational elements of data, governance, and literacy, or risk systems that behave unpredictably at scale. I am looking to present a readiness framework that integrates data products, contextual governance, and human‑centered accountability to support emerging agentic capabilities. Participants will learn how to modernize governance without adding friction, operationalize responsible AI across complex organizations, and build adaptive foundations that enable safe, scalable innovation in the next era of enterprise AI.
| | The Human Algorithm: People, Policy, and Decisions in an AI Era | | |
Barbara Cohn, Xentity Corporation
AI and data are transforming how organizations understand the world, yet the most effective decisions come from the partnership of people and technology. In order to drive high-impact decisions, it is critical that organizations leverage data insights while grounding them in human judgment, interpretation, and organizational context to drive meaningful outcomes. We’ll examine why a practical data strategy and architecture roadmap is essential for enabling responsible AI, advancing decision-intelligence maturity, and ensuring insights are actionable, regardless of where an organization is in its data journey. AI doesn't replace strategy, it raises the stakes. Drawing on public policy and leadership experience, this session shows how organizations can build trust, strengthen collaboration, and turn analytics into real-world decisions that matter.
| | From Zero to Product, Accelerating Data Strategy | |
Kris Mork, Leidos
A primary responsibility for any Chief Data Officer is delivering on the organization’s data strategy. In this talk I will describe the diamond model of strategy development we used to engage with business leadership, establish strategic priorities, and deliver robust data products. Using this model, we crafted a data strategy and operating model, developed a reference architecture, deployed a modernized platform, and delivered incremental business value inside of 12 months. I will share techniques for building trust and maintaining momentum in a rapidly diversifying business environment. I will conclude with lessons learned integrated internal development teams with external contract resources.
| | 23rd Annual MIT Sloan CIO Symposium | The 23rd Annual MIT Sloan CIO Symposium will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, with the exclusive Pre-Event on Monday, May 18th at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Cambridge, MA. The theme is: 'Human-AI Synergy: Redefining Leadership for a Transformative Future'. A special offer for partner members: Sign up for a 3-month free trial to the MITCIO Online Community Innovator Plan for exclusive online webinars and 50% Symposium discounted tickets. | |
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