Connecting you to what's next in data and AI
New Zealand's data leaders are embracing AI's potential while proactively addressing its risks.
A Loyalty NZ survey found that over 50% of organisations aren't leveraging their data effectively.
Chief Data & Analytics Officer (CDAO) New Zealand offers all organisations a senior-level platform to exchange data strategies, improve customer-centric delivery, and optimise intelligent decision-making, ensuring responsible use of AI and data analytics.
2024 Top 100 Global Innovators
Featured Speakers
Congratulations to Peter Gavin (ANZ), Kari Jones (Te Whatu Ora), Mike Congdon (Southern Cross Healthcare), Kate Kolich (Reserve Bank of New Zealand), Nasca Peng (Fonterra) and David Thomas (NZ Post) for being recognized as one of the 2024 Global Top 100 Innovators in Data and Analytics!
For the complete 2024 Global Top 100 Data Leaders Report, click below.
Our 2024 Speakers Included:
Kari Jones
Executive Director - Transformation and Operational Delivery
Financial Markets Authority (FMA)
Helius Guimaraes
Chief Data & AI Officer
Fonterra
Astrud Burgess
Chief Marketing Officer ANZ Group, General Manager Data
ANZ
Kathryn Byrne
Chief Analytics Officer, WWNZ
Woolworths
David Thomas
GM Portfolio
NZ Post
Bryan Ng
Chief Data & Analytics Officer
New Zealand Trade & Enterprise
Peter Gavin
GM Data & Analytics
ANZ
Sukanya Maharathy
General Manager – Data, Analytics & Insights
Genesis Energy
Sarah Cawsey
General Manager Data Services
Auckland Council
Kate Kolich
General Manager Information, Data and Analytics
Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Tony Aitken
Group Manager Data & Analytics
Auckland Transport
Mark Modricker
Head of Data and Development
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
Why should you attend?
CDAO New Zealand has been designed with networking at the heart. When you ask the questions, steer the conversation, and hear directly from your peers you gain the most value. From topic-focused discussions to organic coffee counter chats, the emphasis is always on the connection between you and the data analytics community.
Enjoy 2 days of networking at our cocktail receptions, networking breaks, and VIP functions at this unmissable event.
Network with 50+ of New Zealand's Key Decision Makers
Ask your Burning Questions with 50+ Speakers
CDAO Speed Networking & Competitive Wine Tasting
Continue the conversations in a fun and entertaining way with competitive wine tasting and meet new contacts during our dedicated speed networking session.
Update your Tech Stack
10+ Interactive Strategy Sessions & Panels
Who Should Attend?
Decision makers and influencers in data and analytics - from any organisation that puts data at the center of decisions.
CDAO New Zealand has been designed with networking at the heart. When you ask the questions, steer the conversation, and hear directly from your peers you gain the most value. From topic-focused discussions to organic coffee counter chats, the emphasis is always on the connection between you and the data analytics community.
Enjoy 2 days of networking at our cocktail receptions, networking breaks, and VIP functions at this unmissable event.
Hear from New Zealand's Top Brands
Engage in the Hottest Data Conversations
Deep Dive into Generative AI Trends
Customise your Event Experience
Who Will you Meet?
300+ of New Zealand's decision-makers and influencers from the data analytics field hailing from a wide range of industries and organisations
What people say about the event
"My first CDAO was inspiring. It was fantastic to learn how similar our local problems are compared to the rest of the industry. It was great learning how large corporations are managing these challenges and what we can apply to our strategy."
Key themes & takeaways
Operation & Delivery: Drive change, execute effective data delivery, and fine-tune your data strategy |
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Privacy, Ethics & Bias: Do what's right by your consumers while honouring privacy regulations, by working towards removing bias and making ethical business decisions | |
Literacy: Champion data within your organisation and beyond! Improve data understanding and usage across the entire business with a focused literacy strategy | |
Governance: There's always a need to strengthen governance processes, find out the latest best practices and ideas through use cases and exciting insights | |
LLMs: How should you approach your Gen AI/LLM strategy in 2024? Benchmark your progress against New Zealand's leading organisations for new ideas on Gen AI best practices and strategies |
Data Strategy and Monetisation: Examining effective data and AI strategies to unlock their full potential as a strategic asset and revenue generator |
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Balancing Innovation & Governance: Utilising the transformative potential of data and AI technologies while adhering to strict governance and ethical requirements | |
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Data on a Budget: Navigating the recession and limits on resources while still delivering exceptional data results and insights
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Thanks to our 2024 Partners
Diamond Partners
Informatica
Informatica (NYSE: INFA), an Enterprise Cloud Data Management leader, brings data to life by empowering businesses to realize the transformative power of their most critical assets. We have pioneered a new category of software, the Informatica Intelligent Data Management Cloud™ (IDMC), powered by AI and an end-to-end data management platform that connects, manages and unifies data across any multi-cloud, hybrid system, democratizing data to modernize and advance their business strategies. Customers in more than 100 countries and 85 of the Fortune 100 rely on Informatica to drive data-led digital transformation. www.informatica.com. Connect with LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Informatica. Where data comes to life.
SAS
With 45+ years of analytics innovation, SAS is a trusted data and AI powerhouse for organisations seeking immediate value from their data.
A deep bench of analytics solutions and broad industry knowledge keep our customers coming back. With SAS®, you can discover insights from your data and make sense of it all. Identify what’s working and fix what isn’t. Make more intelligent decisions and drive relevant change. SAS gives customers THE POWER TO KNOW®.
Learn more at sas.com/viya
AWS in partnership with Westcon
Amazon Web Services provides a highly reliable, scalable, low-cost infrastructure platform in the cloud that powers hundreds of thousands of businesses in 190 countries around the world. With data center locations in the U.S., Europe, Singapore, and Japan, customers across all industries are taking advantage of our low cost, elastic, open and flexible, secure platform.
Westcon-Comstor is a global technology provider and specialist distributor, operating in more than 70 countries. It delivers business value and opportunity by connecting the world’s leading IT vendors with a channel of technology resellers.
As an AWS authorised distributor, we work with you and a qualified Reseller Partner to help with your cloud journey.
https://www.westconcomstor.com/
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Tiger Analytics
Tiger Analytics specializes in building AI and data science solutions that enable enterprises to generate business value from data. The company brings deep expertise in marketing science, customer analytics, operations analytics, and risk analytics, and is a trusted partner for several Fortune 500 companies
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Precisely
Precisely is the global leader in data integrity, providing accuracy, consistency, and context in data for 12,000 customers in more than 100 countries, including 99 of the Fortune 100. Precisely’s data integration, data quality, data governance, location intelligence, and data enrichment products power better business decisions to create better outcomes.
Learn more at precisely.com
Snowflake
Snowflake enables every organization to mobilize their data with Snowflake’s Data Cloud. Customers use the Data Cloud to unite siloed data, discover and securely share data, and execute diverse artificial intelligence (AI) / machine learning (ML) and analytic workloads. Wherever data or users live, Snowflake delivers a single data experience that spans multiple clouds and geographies. Thousands of customers across many industries, including 647 of the 2023 Forbes Global 2000 (G2K)1 as of October 31, 2023, use the Snowflake Data Cloud to power their businesses. Learn more at snowflake.com
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Since 2016, dbt Labs has been on a mission to help analysts create and disseminate organizational knowledge. dbt is a data transformation framework that lets analysts and engineers collaborate on transformation workflows using their shared knowledge of SQL. Through the application of software engineering best practices like modularity, version control, testing, and documentation, dbt’s analytics engineering workflow helps teams work faster and more efficiently to produce data the entire organization can trust.
dbt Labs pioneered the practice of analytics engineering and has been fortunate enough to see a fantastic community coalesce to help push the boundaries of the analytics engineering workflow. Today there are 11,000 companies using dbt every week, 30,000 practitioners in the dbt Community Slack, and 2,000+ companies paying for dbt Cloud.
IBM
At IBM, we do more than work. We create. We create as technologists, developers, and engineers. We create with our partners. We create with our competitors. If you're searching for ways to make the world work better through technology and infrastructure, software and consulting, then we want to work with you.
We're here to help every creator turn their "what if" into what is. Let's create something that will change everything.
OSS Group
We care about giving you the best outcome. This is easy to say, hard to do and even harder to prove. However, we have a track record of managing and delivering project outcomes on time and on budget, from small projects to larger and complex mutli-million programmes.
Customers are at the centre of every business. That's why we've developed a specialised practice to help our clients design and implement an engaging customer experience driven by data instead of instinct.
Data just keeps getting bigger. This is good news: information is an asset. Optimising the collection, storage, management and representation of data can lead to tremendous growth and insight within a company. We use the latest thinking and technology to inform the design and integration of architectural solutions that capitalise on everything big data has to offer.
We live in exciting times. Continuous change in the digital world means that improvements can always be made to your platform. Whether your foundation is traditional on-premise, hybrid, cloud or multi-cloud, our commercially supported open solutions will dovetail with your platform and infrastructure needs.
Silver Partners
Fivetran
Fivetran helps customers use their data to power everything from AI applications and ML models, to predictive analytics and operational workloads. The Fivetran platform reliably and securely centralizes data from hundreds of SaaS applications and databases into any cloud destination. Global brands including Autodesk, JetBlue and Morgan Stanley, trust Fivetran to move their most valuable data assets to fuel analytics, drive operational efficiencies and power innovation. For more info, visit fivetran.com.
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Databricks’ mission is to accelerate innovation for its customers by unifying Data Science, Engineering and Business. Databricks’ founders started the Spark research project at UC Berkeley that later became Apache Spark. Databricks provides a Unified Analytics Platform powered by Apache Spark for data science teams to collaborate with data engineering and lines of business to build data products. Users achieve faster time-to-value with Databricks by creating analytic workflows that go from ETL and interactive exploration to production. The company also makes it easier for its users to focus on their data by providing a fully managed, scalable, and secure cloud infrastructure that reduces operational complexity and total cost of ownership. Databricks, venture-backed by Andreessen Horowitz, NEA and Battery Ventures, among others, has a global customer base that includes Viacom, Shell and HP. For more information, visit www.databricks.com.
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FIRN is a cloud data analytics company based in Auckland. With over 20 years of expertise, We specialise in data warehousing, data analytics, visualisation, and AI tools.
As a reseller, we evaluate global technologies and deliver best-in-class options to the New Zealand market. We are proud Partners of leading platforms like Tableau, Alteryx, DataRobot, Snowflake, dbt, Coalesce, and Fivetran. We also offer professional consultancy services, including implementation, training, and support.
Our team stands out for its deep industry knowledge, specialized solutions, and customer-focused service. Whether through scalable cloud platforms, cutting-edge AI, or real-time analytics.
FIRN is dedicated to helping businesses in New Zealand achieve their data goals and drive meaningful, data-driven transformation. We are committed to unlocking the potential of data, reducing risks, and enabling our clients to make informed decisions with real insights that lead to greater success.
Theta
Established in 1995, Theta is a technology consultancy with offices in Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington and Christchurch.
We help organisations transform their businesses with technology. We design, deliver and support intelligent, innovative solutions that improve processes, solve problems and generate new insights.
Our team of 300+ technology professionals work with our customers to get solutions across the line and get them right. First time.
Dataiku
Dataiku is the Universal AI Platform, uniting the technology, teams, and operations needed for companies to build intelligence into their daily operations, from modern analytics to Generative AI. Together, they design, develop and deploy new AI capabilities, at all scales and in all industries. Organizations that use Dataiku enable their people to be extraordinary, creating the AI that will power their company into the future.
Founded in 2013, Dataiku has proven its ability to continue to develop its founding vision for Everyday AI, and to execute on its growth.
Contact Dataiku: Through our Blog, follow us on Twitter/X (@Dataiku), connect with us on LinkedIn , and subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Ataccama
Ataccama enables organizations to maximize the transformative potential of data and AI with Ataccama ONE, a unified, AI-powered data management platform for automated data quality, data governance, and master data management across cloud and hybrid environments. With more than 450 customers around the globe, we enable business and data teams to collaborate on creating high-quality, reusable data products and massively scale data-driven innovation while maintaining data accuracy, control, and governance. Learn more at www.ataccama.com.
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Tableau
Tableau helps people transform data into actionable insights. Explore with limitless visual analytics. Build dashboards and perform ad hoc analyses in just a few clicks. Share your work with anyone and make an impact on your business. From global enterprises to early-stage startups and small businesses, people everywhere use Tableau to see and understand their data.
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Venn Consulting
Venn’s team is committed to delivering early value through partnerships with leading technology providers; Informatica, DataIku, Coalesce, and Snowflake. Using tailored quick starts & frameworks, we accelerate your Data Analytics and AI goals across your entire Data Platform Architecture within weeks not years.
Our approach is grounded in honesty, integrity, and a practical mindset, ensuring that you receive value through our expertise, dedication, and support as you work toward your objectives.
As a boutique firm, we take pride in maintaining a team of highly skilled, high-performing individuals who embody "the right stuff.
We work closely with you to maximize the potential of your data platform, focusing on efficiency, simplicity, and timely delivery of impactful solutions. Whether it's Data Platform Delivery & Operational Efficiency (Coalesce & Snowflake), Data Migration (Informatica IDMC), Data Management (Informatica CDGC), or Data Science & AI (DataIku), Venn is here to help with all your data needs.
Visit websiteAcumen BI
Acumen BI transition organisations from working within the constraints of traditional #data and #analytics reporting paradigms, to effectively utilise modern #cloud based data, analytics and machine learning #platforms.
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AI Time Journal
Visit websiteAPAC CIO Outlook
APAC CIOoutlook is a digital and print magazine that aims to provide a platform for CIOs, CTOs and other senior level IT buyers and decision makers along with CXOs of solution providers to share their experiences, wisdom and advice with enterprise IT community of APAC countries. We promote our unique 'learn from our peers approach' in the Asia Pacific region.Visit website
CIOReview APAC
CIOReview is a leading technology magazine that is at the forefront of guiding enterprises through the continuously varying business environment with information about the solutions and services. The magazine serves as a trustworthy knowledge source as well as a platform for the C-suite executives, industry experts, technology buyers, and other decision-makers to share their valuable insights about new technology trends in the market.Visit website
Business of Data
Driven by our global, connected network, Corinium inspires data and analytics senior leaders to make quicker, more informed decisions and follow proven paths to success. Through insights, practical tools, expert guidance and industry connections, we help executives harness data as an asset to drive efficiency and innovation.On our new platform, Business of Data, we have curated a wealth of thought-leading insights, via video podcasts, in-depth articles, reports, and interviews. Find out how other senior data and analytics leaders are tackling the challenges we’re facing today and are accelerating their organization’s recovery and transformation.
For a limited time, subscribing to business of data is free, so make sure to do so today for complimentary access to exclusive insights you just can’t find anywhere else.
Visit websiteDatafloq
Datafloq is the One-Stop Source for Big Data, empowering organizations to create value from data. The platform aims to create an overview of the global big data market by bringing together all stakeholders within the global Big Data market. The objective of Datafloq is to spur the global understanding and application of Big Data in order to drive innovation and growth.Visit website
DrivePly
We believe in the power of collaboration to unlock human potential and growth.
We make collaboration better with growth-minded people and cutting-edge technology.
Events are where people connect and everything can happen: learning, partnership, and growth.
We are building tools for event organizers to seamlessly collaborate with speakers, partners, and sponsors.
United we are stronger.
IT Knowledge Zone
IT Knowledge Zone is the leading source for transformative tech blogs, events, and use cases in the APAC region that provide deep contexts to help business leaders make smart decisions and stay on top of innovative tech solutions. We’re always keeping an eye out for exciting innovations, up-and-coming companies, and life-changing technology from around the region.
IT Knowledge Zone is for innovators, entrepreneurs, business managers, leaders, CXOs, and change-makers who are passionate about technology and turning ideas into solutions. Whether you come for the blogs, read our newsletters, or attend on-demand events, you will emerge from ITKZ with new knowledge, perspectives, influences, and connections.
Interested in becoming a partner?
Are you looking for an edge, a way to stand out, and opportunities to tell your story to the people that matter?
CDAO New Zealand provides you with the ideal platform to showcase your solutions in front of key decision-makers.
Please contact our Sponsorship Manager, Alistair Clemett alistair.clemett@coriniumgroup.com or +61412 118 146 or book a call using the link below:
How can we help?
Conference Director
Vanessa Jalleh
Conference Director
Our events are all carefully created from scratch. The whole process from research to post-production is crafted by our team, so we are always available to assist with any queries! We look forward to meeting you at the event!