CDOIQ Newsletter, October 2025 vol. I | |
Celebrate 20th Anniversary:
Contribute Insights, Present Your New Book
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Be part of an elite global community shaping the future of Data and AI. As a Thought Leader, you’ll have the opportunity to share your expertise, inspire innovation, and influence the direction of the industry alongside distinguished CDOs, academics, and data visionaries from around the world.
The 2026 CDOIQ will feature a new Thought Leader Track bringing together the brightest minds driving data strategy, governance, and innovations — creating a powerful platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and impact.
Don’t miss your chance to contribute to the global dialogue on data and AI leadership and be recognized among the industry’s most respected voices. Join us at the 20th Annual CDOIQ Symposium, July 21–23, 2026.
| | CDOIQ Society October Proseminar | | |
Join us for this month's CDOIQ Society Proseminar by Professor Tom Davenport, with an introduction by Ram Kumar
Date & Time: October 22, 2025, 12:00 - 1:15 PM ET
Title: All In on All Forms of AI
Increasing numbers of CEOs are declaring that their companies are "all in on AI." Tom Davenport has researched this concept and described it in a book by the same name. In this presentation and discussion, he will describe the attributes of companies that are highly committed to AI, discuss all-in approaches to analytical, generative, and agentic AI. and present several leading examples of such firms. He will also describe the attributes of AI leadership--both for CEOs and CDAOs--and provide examples of successful ones.
This is exclusive to CDOIQ Society Members. Not a member? Register below.
| | CDOIQ Society November Proseminar | | |
For November, the CDOIQ Society welcomes Derek Strauss for an engaging Proseminar session.
Date & Time: November 12, 2025, 12:00 - 1:15 PM ET
Title: Contextualize. Productize. Monetize
In the modern business landscape, organizations are inundated with vast amounts of data generated from customer interactions, operational processes, and external partnerships. Despite this abundance, many struggle to convert this data into actionable insights and tangible financial gains. AI-driven Knowledge Governance is emerging as a transformative framework, utilizing the Data Liquidity Protocol (DLP), which revolutionizes data governance by embedding cryptographic proofs directly into data products. This ensures that every data product is verifiable, secure, compliant, and monetization ready.
This is exclusive to CDOIQ Society Members. Not a member? Register below.
| | CDOIQ Society December Proseminar | | |
Don’t miss the December CDOIQ Society Proseminar featuring Peter Aiken — a session you won’t want to miss!
Date & Time: December 17, 2025, 12:00 - 1:15 PM ET
Title: Executive Data Literacy
Everyone wants to use data to add value to their organizations. The really important question is: how can organizations achieve more effectively data practices? This has been difficult to correct because, to quote Einstein: The significant problems we face cannot be solved at the same level of thinking we were at when we created them. Poor data education has led to naive understanding that, when combined with a technology-first, bias has prevented the vast majority of organizations from making tangible progress. This, in spite of significant investments in hype such as big data science. Before attempting data improvements, organizations must resolve flawed decision making about data issues. The briefly takes senior executives through a data awareness journey, transforming their thinking about data. It provides an opportunity to better understand the kind of people and process decisions that will most speed-up your organization's ability to better leverage data. Many examples illustrate the material.
This is exclusive to CDOIQ Society Members. Not a member? Register below.
| | CDOIQ-Japan Symposium In December | | |
Shiga University proudly presents the 1st CDOIQ Japan Symposium on December 4–5, 2025, in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture!
With the theme “Harnessing AI and Data Transformation with Governance – Revitalizing Regions with Next-Gen Innovation”, the event will gather participants from Japan and across Asia, including industry leaders, sponsors, and data-driven students. As Japan’s first university to launch a Department of Data Science in 2017, Shiga University continues to lead in data science education and innovation.
| | Celebrating Two Decades of Innovation – Share Your CDOIQ Moments! | | As we mark two decades of the CDOIQ journey, we’d love to hear your stories and experiences from past Symposia. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the celebration—share your favorite memories with us today! Our Social Wall is now live on the CDOIQ website, it's the perfect place to post your photos, stories, and reflections as we commemorate 20 years of learning, connection, and community. Let’s celebrate the past and look ahead to the future—together. | | |
The 3rd Certified CDO Professional Program
January 6th - May 26th, 2026
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We are continuing to accept participants for the 3rd Certified CDO Professional Program, running January 6 – May 26, 2026! We are now offering Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
- 4 Core Modules over 20 Weeks
- Live sessions every Tuesday, 4:30–7:00 PM ET
- Each module runs for 5 weeks
- Flexible tuition: Pay in full or per module
- Earn 5 certificates of completion
- Receive 1 CEU for every 10 hours of participation
Interested? Sign up below to receive a program briefing.
| | Exclusive Offer: 70% Off the 2025 Symposium Proceedings! | | |
Relive every moment of the 19th Annual CDOIQ Symposium! Access the Symposium Proceedings, featuring full session presentations and recordings from all three days — available now for only $90 (regularly $300). Don’t miss this opportunity to revisit key insights, thought leadership, and innovations shared by global data and AI leaders. Note: All proceeds will be donated to the CDOIQ Staff Appreciation Fund. Your support helps recognize the CDOIQ Team who makes our mission possible.
Discount code: CDOIQSpecial70%
| | Be part of the longest-running data leadership conference! Sponsor packages include speaking opportunities, complimentary registrations, active promotion across the CDOIQ network, and more. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your brand and connect with industry leaders in an intimate, collaborative environment. Early sponsors benefit from exclusive discounted rates—secure your spot today and elevate your presence at this high-impact event! | |
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