Modern Data Leader’s Summit: 2025 Orlando

Orlando | Nov. 17–18

Beyond the Hype: Strategic Foundations
for Building and Governing AI

A TDWI Data & AI Leaders Summit  |  2-Day In-Person Event

Join us for a focused, interactive two-day summit for data and analytics leaders, centered on how organizations can successfully build and govern the data foundations essential for enterprise AI. This exclusive event goes beyond infrastructure—exploring the critical intersection of data, architecture, and governance with the development and deployment of AI models and applications.

Fern Halper

Fern Halper, Ph.D.

V.P. of Research, TDWI
Co-Moderator, Data & AI Leaders Summit

"Organizations don’t scale AI by chance. They do it through leadership—by building trustworthy data foundations, enforcing governance, and aligning strategy. That’s exactly what we’ll unpack at the Summit."

Donald Farmer

Donald Farmer

Principal, Treehive Strategy and TDWI Fellow
Co-Moderator, Data & AI Leaders Summit

"It’s easy to talk about AI transformation. The hard part is designing data systems that are actually fit to support it—governed, trusted, and built with purpose. That’s what we challenge leaders to do at this summit."

What You’ll Learn

  • Best practices for architecting modern data foundations to support AI
  • Proven strategies for scaling governance to match AI risk and innovation
  • Real-world case studies of successful AI implementations
  • Frameworks for governing both data and AI
  • The latest tools, technologies, and trends powering governance

Data & AI Leaders Program Features

  • Expert Insights
    Learn from AI pioneers, TDWI analysts, and senior data executives on how to build, deploy, and scale AI.
  • Data and AI Governance
    Gain actionable guidance on establishing trustworthy governance for data use and AI, including for generative AI.
  • Case Studies
    Explore how modern organizations are overcoming foundational challenges to drive real-world results with AI.
  • Interactive Workshop
    Participate in a hands-on session that walks you through building an AI governance strategy tailored to your enterprise.
  • Innovation Stations
    Explore technology solutions to support data management, AI, and governance.
  • Frameworks & Templates
    Walk away with customizable resources to jump-start your own AI foundation and governance roadmap.
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Earn a CertificateData & AI Leadership Certificate:
Building and Governing for AI

This certificate validates conceptual knowledge in:

  • AI architecture and modernization best practices
  • Data and governance strategies for AI
  • Operationalizing AI responsibly
  • Supporting AI initiatives with trusted data foundations

Network and Collaborate with Pioneers and Peers

  • Connect directly with industry experts and peers who are delivering business value with modern data management.
  • Share your perspectives and experiences in valuable roundtable luncheon discussions.
  • Network and enjoy hosted receptions and dinners throughout the two-day program.

Who Should Attend

This summit is designed for leaders responsible for data strategy, analytics, and AI implementation, including:

  • CDOs, CAIOs, CDAOs, CIOs, VPs of data, analytics, and engineering
  • Directors and senior managers of data, analytics, and AI programs
  • Data architects and enterprise strategists
  • TDWI alumni and past Data Leaders Summit attendees

Train Your Team at TDWI Transform Orlando

Looking for a training opportunity for the whole team? TDWI Transform Orlando offers more than 50 half- and full-day masterclasses on all the latest topics in data and AI. Train together, or divide and conquer.

We would be happy to help you design the ideal agenda and find fun activities for team building inside and outside of the event. Contact us at [email protected].

Travel that is Rewarding

Take advantage of opportunities to get to know fellow data leaders during social sessions throughout the event.

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