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4th March 2025

The Science Museum, London

Morning Session

The event starts at 08:30 with registration and a light breakfast. Take this opportunity to connect with senior data and AI leaders, setting the stage for a day of insightful discussions and networking. 

Conference Chair, David Reed, Chief Knowledge Officer, DataIQ, Co-author, Winning with AI

This keynote session features insights from a leading industry professional, recognised in the 2024 DataIQ Top 10. Listen as they explore their path to power along with the strategies, leadership principles, and innovative approaches they’ve used to drive real-world impact. Walk away with actionable insights to elevate and transform your own data initiatives. 

AI demands attention, and it demands it now. As AI continues to grip the business world and open more doors than ever before, it is pivotal to have data on a pedestal within an AI strategy to drive decisions and inform stakeholders.

Drawing from their expert knowledge and experiences, David Reed will be joined by renowned senior data leaders from the 2024 DataIQ 100, the first and only fully-curated power list of the most influential data and analytics practitioners. Together, they will lead an engaging panel session designed to deliver actionable strategies, real-world examples, and thought-provoking discussions centered around AI adoption within enterprises.

In this session, explore the latest market trends and actionable strategies for scaling AI initiatives. Learn how to transform promising AI models into sustainable, impactful solutions that drive long-term success. Gain insights into best practices, common pitfalls, and key considerations for navigating the complex landscape of AI transformation.

This is your chance to network with peers, exchange ideas, and continue building connections in a relaxed, collaborative environment.

Discussions

Each roundtable will focus on an expertly curated scenario designed to address a challenge facing date leaders. Choose two tables based on the scenarios which most resonate with you. There will be two rotations, and each discussion will last 40 minutes. With the use of AI, anonymised key takeaways from all tables will be shared with the delegation, enabling you to aggregate your learnings and take effective solutions back to your business. 

  • How do I make my operations more efficient by unblocking data silos?
  • Will migrating our data to the cloud help us to service our clients better? 
  • How do I embed AI into customer services to deliver a better, data-driven experience? 
  • Will new skills improve productivity and adoption of data? 
  • What are the privacy implications of using AI in our models? 
  • Can tackling data quality enable simpler account switching?
  • How can we improve our decision-making by driving up adoption of data?
  • How can I change the perception of our analysts from order-takers to strategic advisors? 
  • What data and AI skills do we need to hire for as part of our growth strategy? 
  • How can data integration underpin our transformation ambitions? 

Enjoy a delicious lunch while networking with fellow attendees. This is the perfect opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, share insights, and build valuable connections with industry leaders and peers in the data and AI community.

Afternoon Session

In this keynote, discover how leading experts are overcoming the complexities of AI implementation. Explore actionable strategies for addressing common obstacles, from data quality issues to scalability concerns, and hear how industry leaders are transforming challenges into AI-driven success. 

Gain valuable insights from influential data leaders on how to drive sustainable business value through data and AI. Explore key strategies, emerging trends, and leadership approaches that will shape the future of data-driven transformation. Leave with a practical playbook to guide your organisation’s success in 2025 and beyond.

This dynamic panel discussion features DataIQ 100 leaders as they share their proven strategies for securing stakeholder buy-in and driving successful data and AI initiatives. Discover the key tactics, negotiation skills, and leadership approaches that have helped these leading professionals gain support, align teams, and deliver impactful results across their organisations.

This is a great opportunity to take a break, reflect on the insights you have gained, and connect with fellow attendees.

The DataIQ 100 Live Reveal

The DataIQ 100 is the first and only fully curated power list of the most influential data and AI practitioners. 

Celebrate the leaders who are driving innovation and transformation in data and AI. Join us live as we reveal the highly anticipated top 10 of 2025. 

Be part of the exclusive group of attendees networking with the 2025 DataIQ 100. Enjoy a selection of drinks as we celebrate the achievements of the most influential people in data and AI.