Our Advisory Board consists of industry executives, thought leaders, and experts. The board holds a vision to shape the future of the industry by ensuring our program is highly relevant, forward-thinking, and aligned with market needs.

Brian Harkin

Head of Technology and Innovation

Haden Kingsland

Head of Operations - Data Platform and Architecture

Nabeel Shariff

VISIONS Data & Analytics Advisory Board

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Comprised of executive leaders and experts, the VISIONS Data Strategy &#038; Analytics Advisory Board provides strategic program guidance. Themes this year include: Business Intelligence &#038; Analytics Innovation, AI-Driven Data Optimization, Data Governance &#038; Customer-Centric Strategies.

A Strategic Agenda Crafted By Senior Data Executives

Event Schedule

Two days of curated content featuring 25+ leading voices in Data, Strategy and Analytics across keynotes, panels, fireside chats, and peer-to-peer roundtables.

Agenda

Align AI with business goals to drive smarter automation and data-led growth.

AI and Data Strategy

Build trusted data foundations that empower teams to make confident decisions.

Data Architecture, Governance and Trust

Turn insight into impact with modern BI, predictive models, and self-service analytics.

Analytics and Business Intelligence

Explore how automation and advanced analytics are reshaping data leadership.

The Future of Data-Driven Work

Watch 35+ presentations on demand and with lifetime access.

Network with your senior peers, exchange insights and explore tailored-to-you solutions at VISIONS - an exclusive summit for senior decision makers. 

Insights, Solutions and Elevated Networking

Breakfast

Opening Keynote | The New Role of the Chief Data Officer: Leading the Next Era of Intelligent Transformation

Keynote Presentation | Agentic AI is Reinventing Business Operations… Are You Ready?

Session One: AI and Data Strategy

Morning Refreshments

Session Two: Roundtables | Data Architecture, Governance and Trust 

Lunch

Lunchtime Keynote | Technology Is the Easy Part: Why Data and AI Transformations Really Fail or Succeed

Keynote Presentation | Winning the AI Race: Turning Enterprise Data into a Strategic Asset

Session Three: Analytics and Business Intelligence 

Afternoon Refreshments

Meeting Feedback & Afternoon Networking

Evening Networking Reception + Invitation-Only Executive Dinners and Stadium Tours

Breakfast + Invitation-Only Breakfast Boardrooms

Keynote Panel Discussion | Designing for Agility at Scale: Modern Architectures for a Rapidly Changing Business Landscape

Session Four: Scenario Labs | The Future of Data-Driven Work 

Final Meeting Feedback + Invite Only Executive Lunches

Lock Down Your Laptop, Strap on Your Seatbelt: Cybersecurity & Physical Security in the Aviation Sector

Cybersecurity Agility – How to Create and Maintain a Cybersecurity Program Using the Agile Methodology

The World of Tomorrow: Innovation at U.S. Universities

Speaking Their Language: ROI for IT Security Solutions

Inform, Optimize, Operate: The Evolving World of FinOps

Perfecting a People First Approach to Innovation

Spotlights, Stages, Acquisitions: Shaping the Entertainment Industry

Double the Fun! Opening the World to Digital Twins

A Data-Centric Odyssey

AI: The Future is Here, and It's Smarter Than Ever Before!

The Hybrid Hustle: Building a Company That's Half in Office, Half in Pajamas!

Capacity, Efficiency and Coverage: The Latest in Wi-Fi Connections

Advanced Primary Care, Technology Integration and Clinical Intelligence

From Homeland Security to Your Cybersecurity

A Fresh Start to Security: Embracing New Faces and New Systems

A Tale of Two Lists: Where Cybersecurity Went Wrong

The Human Advantage: Unlocking Innovation Through Conscious Leadership

Zero Trust, Not Just a Buzzword, a Necessity

Managing Digital Transformation in an Exponential Age

The Importance of a Strong Digital Culture for a Successful Digital Transformation

Third Party Risk - Supply Chain in the Context of the Provision of Cyber Insurance Cover

Digital Culture: The Key to Survive and Thrive

Where senior data and analytics leaders gather to explore innovative solutions, share proven strategies, and build meaningful connections that accelerate transformation. Whether modernising data platforms, scaling AI, or unlocking real business insight, this summit is where leaders gain clarity, strategy, and the right partnerships to move forward.

Data Strategy & Analytics Leadership Summit | Spring

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Reserved for executives and tailored to support your professional and departmental goals

As an in-person attendee, you’ll receive the following at no cost:
<ul>
<li>One-night complimentary accommodation</li>
<li>All on-site catering provided</li>
<li>Multiple Networking Receptions with your senior-level peers (with open bar included)</li>
<li>Generous travel reimbursement</li>
<li>Dedicated team to tailor your experience</li>
</ul>

Premium VIP Experience

Your time is valuable, which is why we skip the usual “wandering the exhibition hall” and connect you directly to relevant solution providers.
Tell us about your current challenges during registration, and we’ll arrange meetings with a tailored set of solution providers who can help. It’s a simple, highly effective way to conduct solutions research relaxed, no-pressure environment.

Personalised Event Agenda

Key Connections, Leading Insight, VIP Experience. 

As an online attendee, you’ll receive the following at no cost:
<ul>
<li>All educational sessions available on-demand</li>
<li>Flexible schedule built around your needs</li>
<li>Up to $500 in rewards of your choice from our virtual marketplace. Popular options include Visa gift cards, Apple Products, Charitable Donations, and more.</li>
</ul>

An Online Event with VIP Benefits

Your time is valuable. That’s why we include our signature 1-on-1 research meetings in every online event.
Tell us about your current challenges during registration, and we’ll arrange meetings with a tailored set of solution providers who can help. It’s a simple, fun way to do solutions research in a relaxed, no-pressure environment.

Curated Research Meetings

Experience the power of our in-person events from anywhere you are.

Key Connections. Unmatched Flexibility.

Join senior data and analytics leaders this spring and move your priorities forward.

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Meet senior data and analytics leaders with real projects, priorities and investment plans. Guaranteed one-to-one meetings and premium engagement opportunities connect you directly with decision-makers and accelerate pipeline. 

Are You A Solution Provider?

Connect with the Leaders Driving Data & Analytics Growth

We work with leading data and analytics providers across critical priorities - including data platform modernisation, AI and machine learning, governance, advanced analytics and more. Your one-to-one meetings are tailored to the challenges you share, ensuring every conversation is relevant, strategic and outcome-focused.  

Strategic Solutions by Category:

Solutions Matched To Your Priorities

Andreas Horn

Head of AIOps EMEA

Evie Thompson

Director of Data

Hanna Earls

Director of MI, Data and Analytics

Shantanu Goswami

Vice President - Customer Advisory

Maxim Khalilov

Director of Data Analytics

Edward Scott

Head of Data Governance

Global Head of Digital Analytics

Speakers

Network and learn from peers driving innovation in Data and AI.

Peter Berry

SVP AOD Infrastructure and Cyber Security

Deena Swatzie

Cyber Security Strategy & Digital Innovation

Patrick Kane

Senior Director of Security

Mark Alvarado

Director of Cyber Security & IT Compliance

Marty Leidner

CISO

Niel Nickolaisen

CIO & CTO

Steve Lollino

Director of Cybersecurity

Craig Hughes

Chief Enterprise Architect

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Rackspace Technology is a leading multicloud solutions provider helping organisations modernise and manage applications, data and infrastructure across private, hybrid and public cloud environments. Trusted by businesses worldwide, it delivers end-to-end services spanning strategy, migration, security and AI integration, alongside ongoing management and optimisation. Designed for enterprises of all sizes, Rackspace simplifies cloud complexity, enhances performance and enables scalable, secure and future-ready digital operations.

Streambased is a modern real-time data platform enabling organisations to unify and query streaming and historical data across systems without complex pipelines or data movement. Built for analytics, AI and operational use cases, it allows teams to access Kafka data instantly using SQL, integrate with existing tools and generate insights with zero latency. Designed for data-driven businesses, Streambased simplifies data architecture, accelerates decision-making and delivers a single, trusted view across real-time and historical datasets.

SAP SE is a global enterprise software leader that helps organisations of all sizes run their businesses more efficiently and intelligently with integrated solutions for ERP, analytics, supply chain, customer experience, HR and more. Its flagship SAP S/4HANA platform combines real-time data processing, AI-powered insights and cloud-based services to enable end-to-end business transformation, streamline operations and support strategic decision-making. Trusted by thousands of enterprises worldwide across industries, SAP’s broad ecosystem of applications, partners and services empowers companies to innovate, adapt to change and accelerate growth in an increasingly digital economy.

Invitation-Only for Executive Leaders. Network and learn with peers driving measurable ROI from data and AI investments.

Grand Hyatt Nashville

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VP of IT

Gavin Hupp

We work in partnership with a carefully selected group of solution providers who support the event.
Their involvement allows us to offer complimentary passes to qualified senior executives. Whether you attend in person or online, there is no delegate fee.

Complimentary Executive Pass

Arrive with a challenge. Leave with clarity, connections and next steps.
Finding the right B2B solutions can be time-consuming. Our pre-scheduled, one-to-one meetings remove the noise by matching you in advance with solution providers aligned to your priorities.
Short, informal and highly focused, these meetings allow you to cover weeks of research in a single day — without the pressure of a traditional exhibition environment.

Pre-Scheduled Meetings

Every session is designed with relevance and practicality in mind.
Our programme brings together senior leaders and industry experts to share real-world insight, practical frameworks and honest perspectives on today’s most pressing challenges.
From strategic leadership to operational execution, sessions focus on what works — helping you return to your role with ideas you can apply immediately.

Insights That Matter

Connect with senior peers facing the same challenges as you.
Attendance is by invitation only, ensuring a highly curated audience of decision-makers and influencers. This creates meaningful networking opportunities throughout the summit — from structured sessions to informal conversations.
You’ll be joined by leaders including:
<ul>
<li data-start="1904" data-end="1942">Chief Data Officer</li>
<li data-start="1904" data-end="1942">Director, Data &amp; Analytics</li>
<li data-start="1904" data-end="1942">Group Director, Data</li>
<li data-start="1904" data-end="1942">Director, Data Strategy &amp; Transformation</li>
<li data-start="1904" data-end="1942">Director, Analytics &amp; Insight</li>
<li data-start="1904" data-end="1942">Head, Data Engineering</li>
<li data-start="1904" data-end="1942">Head, Business Intelligence</li>
</ul>

Peer-Level Networking

A premium experience, designed to be effortless.
From a unique venue selection (Allianz Stadium) to hospitality, every detail is considered to ensure a focused, comfortable and professional environment. In-person attendees benefit from accommodation, high-quality catering and a smooth end-to-end experience, allowing you to concentrate on what matters most.

A Premium Executive Experience

A personalised experience, from registration to departure.
Every delegate is supported by a dedicated attendee relations manager who takes the time to understand your objectives. They will help shape your agenda, arrange relevant meetings and manage all logistics — including accessibility and dietary requirements.
Simply register, share your goals, and let us take care of the rest.

Designed Around Your Priorities

Explore the ideas and trends shaping the future of data and analytics, with practical insight from experienced leaders and trusted solution providers.

A personalised route to insight, solutions and peer connection

Invitation-Only Access

Hosted Delegate Privileges

Tailored Meetings

Content That Matters

High-Level Networking

Unique Venue

Designed for senior executives — aligned to your role and strategic priorities

Discover proven strategies from industry experts, explore relevant solutions, and connect with senior peers.

Data Strategy & Analytics Leadership Summit | Spring

Allianz Stadium, London, England April 21 - 22, 2026

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