JOIN US February , 2027 | London
CDAO UK
The UK’s Leading Forum Where Data, AI, and Strategy Converge to Shape The Future of Business
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.
Step into the room with the UK’s top data leaders. Secure your seat for the ultimate two-day deep dive into business-led data strategy, AI governance, and leadership transformation.
NEW THIS YEAR
WHAT TO EXPECT
🔹 Two Expert-Led Tracks Over 2 Days
- Data Integrity & Trust at Scale
Dive into governance, ethics, privacy, and regulation — all designed to support innovation at enterprise scale, not slow it down. - Smarter Data Strategy for Business Impact
Explore modern operating models, leadership approaches, and practical ways to scale what works — with measurable value to the business.
🔹 New Exclusive Format: Live Poll Debate
Should data act without human review?
An audience-powered session where your vote drives the discussion. Experts go head-to-head on automation vs human oversight.
🔹 End the Day with a Fireside Chat
The CDAO as Storyteller
Hear how leading CDAOs craft narratives that resonate — turning insights into action with CFOs, COOs, and Boards.

2026 Speakers

Emma York
Chief Data Officer
London Stock Exchange Group
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Akhil Lalwani
Chief Data Officer
Allianz UK
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Deepika Adusumilli
Chief Data and AI Officer
Ex- BT Group

Niresh Rajah
Group Chief Data & AI Officer
DLA Piper
Our key themes for 2027
Data-Driven Decision Making
Leveraging advanced analytics to improve enterprise forecasting and risk management.
AI in Fraud Detection
Utilizing machine learning algorithms to identify and prevent fraud in real-time.
Data Governance and Compliance
Best practices for ensuring data privacy, regulatory compliance, and managing data quality.
Ethics of AI in Enterprise Services
Balancing innovation with ethical considerations in AI deployment for enterprise institutions.
What's being said about us?
“I found the event very informative and allowed me to connect with individuals who are not in my sector, but face the same data related issues. I had some great conversations with peers from different sectors which I really appreciated. "
Rickie Glasgow
Global Head of Data Governance - Asset Servicing
Why attend?
Our events bring together the UK’s most senior leaders within data and analytics from a cross-industry setting for a combination of learning, networking and discussion around topics commonly faced by the community. With speakers across Governance, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Transportation and much more, hear insights that will maximise the value of your data and innovate the strategies used within your organisation.
Who will be there?
CDAO UK is designed for senior data and analytics leaders, including CDOs, CAOs, CIOs, Directors, and Managers from various sectors in enterprises. If you specialize in data strategy, analytics, risk management, 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.
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Huwise
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Today, more than 350 clients across 25 countries rely on Huwise to accelerate their data initiatives, with over 3,000 platforms already deployed worldwide. Backed by 14 years of expertise in data management, we deliver tailored support to address the business use cases of our clients.
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SDG Group UK operates two offices in the United Kingdom, located in London and Milton Keynes, serving clients across the region with the same commitment to innovation and excellence that defines our global operations.
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Mindfuel
Mindfuel is the company behind Delight, a purpose-built platform for managing data and AI portfolios at scale. Designed for enterprise teams, Delight provides a structured environment to collect and prioritize high-value initiatives, align and communicate with stakeholders, and demonstrate business impact. By replacing fragmented tools and manual processes with a single source of truth, connecting use cases and data products, Delight empowers data teams to manage their portfolio with clarity, efficiency, and strategic focus from day one. Headquartered in Munich, Mindfuel supports enterprise clients across industries globally in turning AI investments into measurable business value.
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AI Tools Network
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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!
Monika Dincheva
Conference Director