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JOIN US  August 11-12, 2027 | Hilton DoubleTree Chicago

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That's a wrap on 2026! Stay tuned for our 2027 agenda

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for their help in making our 2026 event such a great success.
View the people and themes that inspired us and watch this space for exciting news about 2027.

Driving Innovation Through Data and Analytics Excellence

Returning for its tenth year, CDAO Chicago 2027 is the premier event for America’s top data and analytics leaders across industries.

Join us for a transformative experience where experts share strategies for leveraging data to drive decision-making, foster innovation, and unlock business growth. This year’s event also highlights emerging technologies, governance best practices, and the intersection of AI and data ethics shaping the future of organizations everywhere.

CDAO Chicago 2027 offers unparalleled opportunities to gain actionable insights and expand your network with data leaders from various sectors.

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Driving Innovation Through Data and Analytics Excellence

2026 Speakers

SESSION REWIND

Jimmy Kozlow, Chief Data Officer at Northern Trust, took the stage to share forward-looking insights on the pivotal decisions, risks, and priorities that shaped successful data and AI initiatives. The keynote offered a rare opportunity to learn from real-world experiences—highlighting what leaders might have done differently and how those lessons could guide smarter strategies moving forward.

Key themes included:
💠Reflecting on critical decisions and how alternative approaches could have driven better outcomes.
💠Identifying early signals and risks that were often underestimated.
💠Prioritizing the most impactful actions within the first 90 days of an initiative.
💠Gaining practical advice for executives navigating similar challenges in an evolving data and AI landscape.

Session Recap
Who:
Jimmy Kozlow - Chief Data Officer, Northern Trust
Title:
Executive Takeaways: What We’d Do Differently Next Time 

When:
9:30 AM
, August 11, 2026

Jimmy Kozlow
Flo Castro-Wright

Flo Castro-Wright

 Chief Data Officer
Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology

Lev Tyomkin

Lev Tyomkin

Vice President, Equity Research Data Strategy
Jeffries

Jeannie Furlan

Jeannie Furlan

Vice President, Financial Data Strategy
Mutual of Omaha

Geetha Kagathi

Geetha Kagathi

Vice President, Application Development
TransUnion

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Madhu Mukherjee

Vice President, Transformation & Data Science
Gannett | USA Today Network

 

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Latha Ramamoorthy

Vice President, Technical Product / Program Manager
JPMorgan Chase

Kajal Chokshi

Kajal Chokshi

Global Head, Strategic Workforce Planning - AI & Automation
Mondelez International

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Mir Ali

Senior Director,  Head of Enterprise Data & AI Platforms
The Hershey Company

What's being said about us?

“The event was amazing and one of the best of all the conferences I have attended. Thanks for the great job you did!! "

bell + howell

Vice President, Data & Analytics

Our key themes for 2027

Data Governance and Compliance

Best practices for ensuring data privacy, maintaining regulatory compliance, and managing data quality across industries.

AI Applications in Business

Utilizing machine learning algorithms to enhance operational efficiency, customer insights, and real-time decision-making.

Data-Driven Decision Making

Leveraging advanced analytics to improve forecasting, optimize operations, and drive strategic outcomes.

Ethics of AI

Balancing innovation with ethical considerations in AI deployment to ensure responsible and impactful outcomes across organizations.

Why attend?

Why attend?

Join us at CDAO Chicago 2027 and immerse yourself in an environment designed to inspire and drive your organization forward. Hear from expert speakers, network with influential decision-makers, and gain insights into the latest data-driven technologies and strategies.

Connect with peers to explore how to align data initiatives with organizational goals, balance risk and opportunity, and leverage advanced analytics to foster innovation and growth while ensuring data security and ethical practices.

Who will be there?

Who will be there?

CDAO Chicago 2027 is designed for senior data and analytics leaders, including CDOs, CAOs, CIOs, Directors, and Managers from various industries. If you specialize in data strategy, analytics, AI, data governance, compliance, or automation, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with top professionals and expand your network in the data and analytics field.

2026 Sponsors

Corinium Partners

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Exhibitor

Networking Sponsor

Industry & Media Partners

Paola Leites de Moraes

How can we help?

We carefully craft our events from scratch, tailoring them to support your business needs and facilitate industry growth. Our team oversees the whole process from research to post-production and are happy to answer any questions you have. We look forward to seeing you at the event!

Paola Leites de Moraes
Conference Director

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