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JOIN US  1-2 SEPTEMBER 2026 

CDAO Melbourne

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Connecting you to what's next
in data and AI

CDAO Melbourne is where data and AI leaders turn strategy into measurable impact.
 
As organisations push to operationalise AI, many are slowed by fragmented data, weak governance, and unclear ROI. The agenda tackles this through real-world case studies, practical examples, and lessons from organisations scaling Agentic AI, enterprise adoption, and trusted data foundations.
 
Through peer-led discussions, attendees gain a clear view of what’s working, what’s not, and how to make smarter data decisions faster.
 
Co-located with our Data & AI Architecture and Enterprise AI events, this is your opportunity to connect with Australia’s leading data and AI organisations and leave with insights that work.

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Three events. Two days. One place to be.

With three insight-packed data events conveniently co-located under one roof, your team can enjoy two days of deep-learning, across multiple facets of data, analytics and AI. Form new strategies and connections together for a 'big picture' view of how to future-proof your business.

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Our key themes for 2026

AI in action

Learn how to scale, govern, and embed AI into workflows that deliver measurable value and sustainable enterprise impact, empowering teams to adopt AI confidently and strategically.

Teams & culture

Transform data teams into strategic partners through collaboration, data-driven decisioning, and behaviours that accelerate adoption and deliver business outcomes.

Trusted data

Create reliable, compliant data foundations that empower teams to generate insights and enable informed, confident business decisions across the organisation.

Smart governance

Embed trust, quality, and compliance into workflows. Balance risk and innovation with frameworks that make governance practical, scalable, and integral to data and AI efforts.

Our 2026 speakers

 

FEATURED SPEAKER

Join Ajay Radhakrishnan, Head of Data and Digital at the City of Greater Geelong, for an engaging session on preparing your data estate for AI at scale. Gain practical insights into the architectural changes needed to support scalable and reliable AI workloads, the importance of metadata and lineage in building trust and transparency, and the governance and pipeline strategies required to ensure AI does not amplify existing data quality or compliance risks.


Join the session
Title: Preparing the Data Estate for AI at Scale
When: 5:10 PM, 1 September 

Ajay Radhakrishnan, Head of Data and Digital, City of Greater Geelong

Ajay Radhakrishnan 

Head of Data and Digital
City of Greater Geelong

MORE SPEAKERS
Prakhar Rawat CTO Tokio Marine Australia

Prakhar Rawat 

CTO
Tokio Marine Australia

Olga Vasilyeva - Chief Data Officer - Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA)

Olga Vasilyeva

Chief Data Officer
Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA)  

Daniel Morse Chief Data Officer EnergyAustralia

Daniel Morse 

Chief Data Officer
EnergyAustralia

Kamran Channa Chief AI & Innovation Officer Latrobe Health Services

Kamran Channa 

Chief AI & Innovation Officer
Latrobe Health Services 

Asmita Deshpande Executive Manager, Data Governance and Data Products nbn

Asmita Deshpande 

Executive Manager, Data Governance & Data Products
nbn 

Andrea Choi Chief Data & Analytics Officer Comcare

Andrea Choi 

Chief Data & Analytics Officer
Comcare 

Manohar Esarapu Chief Information and Innovation Officer City of Port Phillip

Manohar Esarapu 

Chief Information
& Innovation Officer
City of Port Phillip  

Craig Rowlands General Manager Enterprise Data & AI Australian Unity

Craig Rowlands 

General Manager Enterprise
Data & AI
Australian Unity 

What's being said about us?

“CDAO Melbourne 2025 was an outstanding experience. The event brought together a diverse and highly engaged community of data and analytics leaders, creating valuable conversations and insights throughout. As a speaker, I was impressed by the professionalism of the organisers and the energy of the attendees. It was a privilege to contribute to such a forward‑thinking, well‑curated event.”

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Saurav Sachdev, Head of Data, Coles

What you'll get out of the event

Get a taste of what’s to come! Take a look at our highlights video and see how we connect you to what's next in data & AI.
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Why attend?

Gain a front-row view of how leading organisations are advancing data and AI, from Agentic AI and trusted data to governance, quality, and business transformation. Hear real-world experiences, explore practical approaches to scaling AI, embedding governance into workflows, and building high-performing teams. Leave with actionable frameworks, fresh perspectives, and the connections to drive measurable, trusted, and lasting impact.

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Who will be there?

Bringing together senior data and analytics leaders from Australia’s leading organisations, including Chief Data & Analytics Officers, Chief Data Officers, CIOs, CTOs, CEOs, and Heads of Data, AI, and Governance. Attendees span finance, government, healthcare, retail, energy, and technology. With perspectives from both public and private sectors, the event creates a forum to exchange ideas, challenge thinking, and shape the future of data and AI.

Our  2026 partners

Premier Partner

Diamond Partners

Platinum Partners

Gold Partners

Silver Partners

Private Lunch Partner

Industry Partner

Media Partners

Our upcoming events

At Corinium, we are proud to support those driving transformation in InfoSec, data, analytics, and AI 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 Perth

13 OCTOBER 2026

A vibrant environment bringing together executives and experts to tackle complex data challenges, explore emerging AI capabilities, and share practical strategies that drive innovative transformation, strengthen governance, and empower organisations to confidently scale data and AI initiatives effectively.

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CDAIO New Zealand

19-20 OCTOBER 2026

Engage in this high-energy forum where data and AI leaders across industries exchange perspectives on innovation, governance, and transformation, unlocking value, accelerating strategic AI adoption, and aligning technology with business priorities through practical, actionable insights.

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CDAO Sydney

MARCH 2027

A standout gathering of senior data, AI leaders in Sydney, bringing together visionary thinkers and practitioners to explore real-world impact, exchange hard-won lessons, and shape future-ready organisations through powerful connections and discussions that drive measurable outcomes.

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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 

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Join us at CDAO Melbourne 2026

Get shoulder to shoulder with your peers and see what's next in data & AI
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