Gartner Chicago CDAO Executive Summit

Chicago CDAO Community Executive Summit

On October 16, 2025, Chief Data & Analytics Officers and senior data leaders from across industries will gather at Convene, Willis Tower, Chicago, for the Gartner Chicago CDAO Community Executive Summit. This exclusive one-day, peer-driven event brings together executives to share insights, build connections, and explore practical strategies for scaling AI, strengthening governance, and driving data-driven business outcomes.

A highlight of the summit will be our hosted boardroom session, where we will lead a peer-to-peer discussion on achieving complete, end-to-end data lineage. In today’s financial services, capital markets, and beyond, robust lineage is not just about compliance — it is the foundation for analytics, risk management, and trustworthy AI. Our session will explore how to establish lineage across fragmented systems, the real-world challenges of building a sustainable framework, and why it is becoming mission-critical for every enterprise.

Beyond our boardroom, attendees can expect:

• Interactive keynotes and breakouts on reimagining data access, scaling AI, and building a data-driven culture.

• Peer-to-peer networking with fellow CDAOs and executives facing similar challenges.

• Case studies and frameworks for improving governance, trust, and AI readiness.

By the end of the day, leaders will walk away with fresh perspectives, actionable insights, and practical connections to accelerate their data strategies — and, for those who join our session, a sharper understanding of why lineage is emerging as the cornerstone of modern data management.