Programs
Participate in year-round gatherings with your local peer group featuring unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, in-depth discussions and networking.
CDAO Communities
The most powerful CDAO network
With 12 communities across the globe, serving over 1,700 CDAOs, Gartner C-level Communities are powerful networks of data and analytics executives, bringing together CDAOs from diverse experiences, backgrounds and industries. Through peer sharing and collaboration, CDAOs from the world's leading organizations drive innovative ideas, exchange best practices and forward-looking perspectives, and address critical issues at the forefront of data and analytics today
Each community is organized by region and led by C-level practitioners offering members regular access to the expertise of peers.
Join your local community for exclusive access to:
CDAOs in the community
Kristina Chambers
TTX
CDAO
Ben Flusberg
Cox Automotive
CDO
Arun Narayanan
RES Group
Chief Executive Officer, Digital Solutions
Prasannal Nithyanandam
Volkswagen
Head of Data & Advanced Analytics
Usman Quddoos
DIRECTV
CDO
Vijay Rajandram
Northern Trust
Chief Data Officer
Andrew Reiskind
Mastercard
CDO
Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CDAOs today.
Scaling AI and Establishing Value
Developing a Data-Driven Culture From the Top
Ensuring Trust and Reliability in Data for AI Initiatives
Programs
In-Person
Executive Summit
Gain new connections and actionable insights from C-level peers at this one-day program.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at an Executive Summit:
- Keynotes from practitioners and thought leaders
- Peer-led, interactive discussions
- Networking in one-on-one Peer-to-Peer Meetings
- In-person program in your area
In-Person
Inner Circle
Connect with other CDAOs and discuss timely topics over dinner in a private setting.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at an Inner Circle:
- Facilitated discussions on key topics
- Networking over dinner and drinks
- Peer-led, in-person program in an evening
Virtual
Town Hall
Participate in an interactive, peer-led discussion on current priorities for CDAOs.
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View what to expect.
What to expect at a Town Hall:
- Informal, breakout group discussion
- Share insights and learn from peers
- One-hour, virtual discussion
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Already a Member? Sign InGartner facilitates exclusive, C-level communities by personally qualifying and understanding the priorities, challenges and interests of each member.
Our selective approach maintains the high quality of the network and ensures top-level discussions with peers from the world’s leading organizations.
Each application will be reviewed, and once your membership is confirmed, you will have access to year-round community programs.
Explore insights from your CDAO peers
Infographic | March 6, 2025
Infographic | March 6, 2025
2025 CDAO Leadership Perspectives
In 2025, CDAOs are playing a pivotal role in establishing the foundation required for an AI-ready organization. More than 350 CDAOs have shared their priorities for the year ahead in our annual survey – here’s what they reported.
View ResultsBlog | February 17, 2025
Blog | February 17, 2025
Top Three Focus Areas for CDAOs in 2025
In the rapidly evolving business environment, CDAOs are at the forefront of laying the groundwork for transformative initiatives, including AI and GenAI. Here, we examined proprietary survey data along with executive conversations to identify three key themes that will be the focal points for CDAOs in 2025.
Read ArticleBlog | January 13, 2025
Blog | January 13, 2025
The Most Popular Topics for CDAOs in 2024
In 2024, CDAOs experienced a transformative year as organizations navigated evolving technologies, increased demands for data, and the pressure to remain competitive. Throughout the year, members of 13 global CDAO communities convened 58 times at Executive Summits, Inner Circles, and Town Halls. Here’s a look back at some of the most popular sessions and content from throughout the year.
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