Connecting you to what's next in data and AI
CDAO Sydney showcases the latest strategies in data readiness and responsible AI, helping organisations drive innovation, ensure compliance, and deliver lasting business value.
Through keynotes, panels, and real-world case studies on governance, AI adoption, data transformation, and team strategy, this event is tailored for C-level and senior leaders ready to elevate their organisation’s data, AI, and analytics agenda.
Over two days, attendees will gain a mix of strategic insights and practical learnings from Australia’s leading companies across diverse industries—combining visionary thinking with actionable takeaways.
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Three events. Two days. One place to be.
With three insight-packed data and AI events conveniently co-located under one roof, your team can enjoy two days of deep-learning, spanning multiple aspects of data analytics. Form new strategies and connections together for a 'big picture' view of how to future-proof your business.
Our key themes for 2026
Data readiness
Establish strong, accessible data foundations that empower teams to derive insights, support innovation, and enable analytics that inform decision-making.
Platform scalability
Build adaptable, secure data platforms that scale with demand, support AI workloads, and ensure interoperability, high performance, and ongoing business resilience.
Responsible AI & data
Embed ethics, transparency, and accountability into data practices to protect privacy, ensure compliance, and enable innovation in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
Applied intelligence
Exploring how AI transforms data into action, driving innovation, enhancing decision-making, and delivering measurable value across modern enterprises.
Our speakers
FEATURED SPEAKER
Join Paul Robards for a thought-provoking keynote exploring how responsible governance frameworks can balance innovation with accountability in the age of AI. Discover practical approaches to building trust in data-driven systems, ensuring ethical AI deployment, and maintaining responsible data management amid evolving national and global standards.
Join the session
Who: Paul Robards, Chief Data Integration Officer (CDIO), Australian Department of Defence
Title: Governance for Ethical and Responsible Data and AI Use
When: 12:05pm, 3 March
Suzie Cardwell
Chief Data Product & Technology Officer - Enterprise
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Jonathan Cook
Chief Data & Analytics Officer
Westpac Institutional Bank
David Miller
Chief Data Officer
Macquarie University
Imma Chippendale
Senior Strategic Advisor, Data
Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC)
Akanksha Wangnoo
Chief Privacy, Data Ethics
& Data Governance Officer
NAB
Adrian Sheather
General Manager, Customer Data & Customer Intelligence
NRMA
Mudit Srivastav
Director, Data Science
& Engineering
Colonial First State
Yash Khanna
General Manager,
Data Governance
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What's being said about us?
“Great mix of AI and data insights — not just the exciting innovations, but also the ethical challenges and pitfalls.”
Coenraad Mulder, Chief Data Officer
APC Global Systems
What you'll get out of the event
Why attend?
Join CDAO Sydney to explore leading strategies in data readiness, responsible AI, platform scalability, and applied intelligence. Through keynotes, panels, and case studies, you’ll gain practical insights into building scalable platforms, embedding governance, and driving measurable business value. Connect with peers, hear lessons from industry leaders, and leave equipped with the frameworks and strategies needed to deliver trusted, innovative, and resilient data outcomes.
Who will be there?
We're bringing together senior data and analytics leaders from Australia’s leading organisations, including Chief Data & Analytics Officers, CDOs, CIOs, and Heads of Data, AI, and Governance. Attendees span industries such as finance, government, healthcare, retail, energy, and technology. With perspectives from both public and private sectors, the event creates a unique forum for leaders to share experiences, debate challenges, and shape the future of data and AI.
Our latest partner
Diamond Partner
Our upcoming events
At Corinium, we are proud to support those driving transformation in data, analytics, AI, and InfoSec through our market-leading events with insight and collaboration at their core. Take a look at some of the APAC events coming soon.
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CDAO Brisbane
30 MARCH 2026
Bringing together senior data and analytics leaders to explore AI, data governance, and literacy—equipping them to drive innovation, enhance customer focus, and confidently manage disruption with strategic insights, peer networking, and actionable takeaways.
CDAO Melbourne
1 SEPTEMBER 2026
Uncover strategies in data readiness, responsible AI, and applied intelligence, equipping senior data leaders with practical frameworks, governance insights, and actionable practices through keynotes, fireside chats, panels, case studies, and interactive sessions.
Enterprise AI Melbourne
2 SEPTEMBER 2026
Join a vibrant community of professionals at the forefront of shaping AI initiatives within their organisations. This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with visionaries driving transformation, share insights, and gain practical strategies from successful AI projects.
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!
Vanessa Jalleh
Conference Director
Join us at CDAO Sydney 2026
Get shoulder-to-shoulder with your peers and see what's next in data & AI Innovation
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