TDWI Transform 2026 Anaheim

Anaheim, CA • Sep. 27 - Oct. 2, 2026

Where AI, BI, analytics, and data teams go to transform their strategy, skills, and careers.

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The Leading Data & AI Conference

TDWI Transform 2026 is the premier training conference for data, analytics, and AI professionals—and for business leaders who want to strengthen their data and AI skills.

Over six immersive days, you'll choose from more than 50 vendor-neutral masterclasses led by TDWI's renowned faculty—an elite group of practitioners and thought leaders who bring real-world experience to every session. Get hands-on with certificate-earning bootcamps, stay on top of trends through research briefings and strategy sessions, and learn what's working now from case studies featuring global brands at the three-day Data & AI Leaders Summit. Transform offers a mix of learning experiences designed to match your role, learning style, and career goals.

The program is highly interactive and focused on practical application, so you'll return with the skills, frameworks, and confidence to build successful AI, BI, analytics, governance, and data programs that drive measurable impact in your organization. Along the way, you'll connect with a vibrant community of peers tackling similar challenges, TDWI faculty experts, and solution providers offering innovative approaches to today's toughest data and AI problems.

TDWI Transform is where strategies are validated, skills are sharpened, and the foundation is laid for long-term data and AI success. Only from TDWI—the most trusted name in education and research for data and analytics professionals for over 30 years.

WHY ATTEND TDWI TRANSFORM?

These events aren't just conferences—they're a strategic investment in your career and your organization.

Immediate Impact

98% of attendees apply what they learn right away—frameworks, roadmaps, and skills that deliver results.

Trusted by Leaders

TDWI is the training partner leading brands have turned to for 30+ years.

Stay on Track

Stay on top of trends, validate your strategy, accelerate time to insight, and avoid costly mistakes.

Build Critical Skills

Get ahead of the curve on AI, governance, and modern data practices.

Beyond Classes

Build community with peers, gain fresh insights from thought leaders, and collaborate to solve shared challenges.

Actionable Data & AI Training

Not just slides—real, applied learning.

TDWI Instructors presenting at conference

World-Class Instructors

Renowned and respected practitioners in the field.

Attendees engaged in hands-on learning activities

Hands-On Activities

Interactive discussions and certificate-earning bootcamps.

Proven Frameworks

Expert-created tools and take-home materials.

Attendees practicing new skills at the conference

Skills and Practices

Put what you learn to work immediately.

In-Depth, Comprehensive Training for Multiple Roles & Learning Styles

50+ vendor-neutral half-and full-day masterclasses
30 expert sessions & case studies in featured summit for Data and AI Leaders
Hands-on courses
Bootcamps with certificates on AI, ML, Data Science, Data Governance, Data Strategy, Data Modeling, and more
Structured workshops, innovation station demos, and networking exercises
Certification opportunities

Masterclasses for Maximum Impact

The TDWI masterclass is a full- or half-day class of the highest quality, focused on practical education you can use immediately and delivered by a renowned or respected practitioner in the field. There will be more than 50 masterclasses across 6 categories.

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CASE STUDIES FROM LEADING BRANDS

Testimonials

See what our attendees are saying.

Packed with practical knowledge and templates… I appreciate learning actionable insights rather than just hypothetical ideas.

Business Intelligence Manager, Astreya

Information gained was invaluable… speakers sharing practical use cases unlocked new ways to address challenges in my organization.

Chief Data Officer, Large Financial Services Company

12 Masterclasses in 6 days. A bucket full of days slicing and dicing strategies with experts. These classes are a great opportunity to learn and gain deeper insights.

Data Engineer, Edward Lifesciences

Upskill at TDWI Transform 2026

The event where data and AI professionals across roles and industries come together to shape the future of data-driven business.

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Data and AI leaders
AI professionals
Data analysts, business analysts, and BI professionals
Data scientists and machine learning engineers
Data warehousing specialists, data integration specialists, and data engineers
BI, data warehousing, and analytics architects, engineers, designers, and developers
Data architects, modelers, engineers, designers, and developers
Data stewards and data governance professionals
Business leaders and professionals who want to become more data and AI literate

INDUSTRIES

Financial Services
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Retail & CPG
IT / Tech
Government
Manufacturing
Education
Entertainment
Oil & Energy
And More!

Smart Companies Invest in Data and AI Skills

More than 490+ Fortune 500 companies trust TDWI to transform their organizations.

Renew Your Passion. Build Your Network. Spark New Ideas.

Transform isn't only about learning—it's about connecting.

One of the most powerful aspects of TDWI events is the community. Attendees consistently highlight not just the quality of training, but the relationships that fuel long-term growth.

Casual Connections

Networking lunches, breaks, receptions, happy hours, and surprise theme parties.

Interactive Fun

Innovation stations, skill swaps, scavenger hunts, and engaging activities.

Structured Access

Exhibit hall, executive roundtables, leadership lunches, and interactive classroom workshops.

Explore the Latest in Data & AI Technology

Discover cutting-edge technologies, platforms, and solutions that are shaping the future of data and AI. See live demos, get hands-on with tools, and explore innovations that can accelerate your organization's data and AI programs.

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JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort

1 block from Disneyland®!

Experience TDWI Transform 2026 at the JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort, an inspiring destination in the heart of Orange County. We have secured a can't-beat rate at this luxury hotel—it is the perfect backdrop for a week of learning, networking, and growth. Just steps from world-class attractions such as Disneyland® Resort and the Anaheim GardenWalk.

Why TDWI?

Why should I attend?

You’ll gain immediately applicable skills, frameworks, and tools you can bring back to your team. TDWI training is trusted by 490+ Fortune 500 companies and led by expert faculty with decades of field experience.
What makes TDWI Transform different from other conferences?

TDWI Transform 2026 is an in-depth, vendor-neutral training event focused on real-world data and analytics practices. Held September 27 - October 2 in Anaheim, it offers a 3-day summit for leaders, bootcamps, certification opportunities, hands-on labs, and over 50 vendor-neutral masterclasses in all areas of AI, BI, and data management.
What’s the ROI of attending?

Attendees return with proven frameworks, hands-on skills, and a clear action plan—reducing the risk of costly mistakes and accelerating time to insight and value from your data and AI initiatives. It’s not just professional development; it’s a strategic investment in doing data and AI right the first time.

Who Should Attend?

What types of roles attend TDWI Transform?
TDWI Transform has content to develop essential skills for the following roles:
- Data and AI Leaders: Business and IT leaders working to build a data-, analytics-, AI-, and insight-driven organization.
- Data analysts, business analysts, and BI professionals: responsible for transforming raw data into actionable insights through analysis, visualization, dashboarding, and reporting. They identify requirements, support decision-making at strategic, tactical, and operational levels, and bridge the gap between data and business outcomes.
- Data scientists and machine learning engineers: responsible for building descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive models which help organizations make data-informed decisions that support business goals.
- Data warehousing specialists, data integration specialists, and data engineers: responsible for managing the data resources that enable their analytics programs.
- BI, data warehousing, and analytics architects, designers, and developers: responsible for designing, building, and optimizing data platforms that support business intelligence, reporting, and analytics initiatives. They ensure data is modeled effectively, integrated across systems, and delivered in ways that enable insight-driven decision-making.
- Data architects, modelers, designers, and developers: responsible for working across the data continuum from structured data to nontraditional data sources.
- Data stewards and data governance professionals: responsible for ensuring data quality, integrity, privacy, and compliance. They establish policies, manage data assets, and oversee governance frameworks that support trustworthy and ethical data use across the organization.
- AI professionals: responsible for building and deploying AI and generative AI solutions to support real-world business needs, AI tools, agentic AI, LLM integration, and applied use cases.
I’m new to data and AI—is this for me?

Absolutely. TDWI offers tiered learning paths across foundational and advanced levels, so you can build confidence in AI, BI, and modern data management—no matter where you're starting from.
Is TDWI Transform for technical teams?

Yes. TDWI is designed for both technical and strategic professionals—including data engineers, BI developers, architects, analysts, and governance leads. Whether you're building platforms, implementing analytics, or managing data programs, you’ll find masterclasses tailored to your role.
I’ve attended before—can I attend again?

Absolutely. Many attendees return year after year to deepen their skills, explore new tracks, and stay ahead of emerging trends in AI, BI, and data. Each TDWI Transform event features updated content, new instructors, and evolving best practices—so there’s always something new to learn. Returning attendees also benefit from alumni networking and advanced classes designed for experienced professionals. Become a member.