

Connect With CDAO Leaders Striving for Cutting-Edge Solutions to Harness the True Potential of Their Data and AI
19-20 MARCH 2024
DUE DROPS EVENTS CENTRE, AUCKLAND
Empowering Insights, Igniting Innovation: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Data, AI, and Analytics for Tomorrow's Leaders
The Chief Data & Analytics Leaders Summit NZ is an immersive business experience for high-level data, analytics, AI and automation executives.
The 2024 Summit will focus on how CDAO leaders can create value developing: data management strategies, data quality and compliance, hyper automation, Adaptive ML, Generative AI and Alaas, and other AI challenges.
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Navigating Complexity: Understanding the saturated market of data, analytics, AI, and the ecosystems within.
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Harnessing Innovation: Attracting skilled talent, dispelling myths around AI, and delivering success in digital transformation.
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Optimising Decision-Making: Making intelligent decisions using competitive differentiators.
The exclusive Data & AI event
The CDAO Leaders' Summit NZ is a complimentary, by-invite-only exhibition and conference tailored for senior decision makers and end-user professionals. Senior decision makers and professional end-users of technology will be invited to attend. This includes roles such as C-Level, Director, Department Head, VP, or equivalent.

150+
CDAO Leaders
from across the enterprise market

25+
Speakers

12
Breakout Zones

1
Senior Summit

1
Showcase Area

Part of
In 2024, we’re bringing our IT events together to address the specialised needs within a CIO’s team in the three critical areas; digital transformation, data analytics and cyber security.
Over two days, each event will have specialised keynotes, case studies, panel discussions, and
interactive workshops…tailored to the needs of each audience. While each event is separate, each event offers the opportunity for delegates to network and explore solutions with vendors in three critical areas:
Past Sponsors
CIO, Digital Transformation & Data Summit Series 2023








































Past Speakers Include...
CIO, Digital Transformation & Data Summit Series 2023

Rachael Milicich
Deputy Government Statistician / Deputy
Chief Executive – Insights and Statistics
Stats NZ Tatauranga Aotearoa

Kate King
Head of Data Operations
Ministry of Business, Innovation
and Employment (MBIE)

Simon Kennedy
Chief Digital Officer
Foodstuffs North Island

Roxanne Salton
Chief Digital Officer
Southern Cross Health Society

Sarah Thirlwall
Chief Transformation Officer
Lotto New Zealand

Nicholas Fourie
Vice President / CIO
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare

Suzanne Stew
Deputy Chief Executive Te
Whakatairanga Service Delivery
Hikina Whakatutuki Ministry of Business,
Innovation & Employment

Tracy Parsons
Chief Data Officer
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and
Trade Manatu Aorere

Madeline Newman
Executive Director
AI Forum NZ

Kenny Thein
Chief Information Officer & GM, IT
Restaurant Brands

Dina Hay
Chief Data & Insights Officer
Stuff

Tighe Wall
Chief Digital Officer
Contact Energy
Agenda at a glance
Contact us to sponsor a session or find out about the different packages on offer
SPONSORED NETWORKING DRINKS
WORKFORCE TRANSFORMATION
DAY ONE | Tuesday, 19 March 2024
DAY TWO | Wednesday, 20 March 2024
LEADERSHIP & TACKLING MACRO CHALLENGES
DATA PRIVACY AND SECURITY
Keynote Address
Headline Sponsor
Panel Discussion
Speed Networking
Keynote Address
Platinum Sponsor
Panel Discussion
Morning Tea
Morning Tea
UNPACKING AI
INSIGHT & DECISION-MAKING OPTIMISATION
Case Study
Sponsored Presentation
Panel Discussion
Case Study
Sponsored Presentation
Networking Lunch
Networking Lunch
INNOVATION
Sponsored Breakout Sessions
Sponsored Breakout Sessions
Breakout A: Data Analytics Governance
Breakout B: Foundations for Success with AI Breakout C: Advancements in Edge Intelligence
Breakout D: Data Loss Prevention & Encryption
Breakout E: Promoting Organisational Data Literacy
Breakout F: The Future of Data Architecture
Breakout A: Driving your Data and Analytics Strategy
Breakout B: Analytics and Data-Driven Decision-Making
Breakout C: Data Strategy, Integration and Infrastructure
Breakout D: Fostering a Analytics-Centric Culture
Breakout E: Impact of Generative AI on Governance and Policy
Breakout F: Crafting a Data Strategy Value Proposition
Afternoon Break
Afternoon Break
ECOSYSTEMS AND GOVERNANCE
UNCONFERENCE SESSIONS
Sponsored Presentation
Panel Discussion
No slides, just solutions. Propose and vote on topics, then dive into small-group discussions to solve real-world IT challenges. Come with questions, leave with insights.
EXCLUSVE VIP DINNER
Keynote Panel Discussion
Chairperson's Closing Address
Venue
DUE DROP EVENTS CENTRE
770 Great South Road, Manukau, Auckland 2104
Conference Room: Sir Noel Robinson Conference Centre
Exhibition: Sir Woolf Fisher Arena
Location
Find the Due Drop Events Centre on Google Maps
The Due Drop Events Centre is conveniently served by motorway links into the CBD (20 min) and Auckland International Airport (13 min) as well as to major transport terminals.
Parking
Complimentary parking is available at the venue. Please use the VEC South Car Park - an event sign will indicate where to park on arrival. View the access / parking information here
