CDAIO Sydney
FAQS
What is CDAIO Sydney?
CDAIO Sydney, the Chief Data and AI Officer Sydney conference, is a two-day event for senior leaders responsible for shaping enterprise data, data analytics and artificial intelligence strategy. The 2027 event examines how organisations can build trusted and accessible data foundations, strengthen data governance, develop an AI data strategy, use analytics with AI and turn data insights into measurable business value. It also explores autonomous AI, agentic workflows, models of data ownership and the operating models required to deliver change at enterprise scale. Through executive keynotes, strategic panels and real-world case studies, the event connects leadership priorities with practical approaches to data governance strategies, AI economics, transformation and responsible scaling across the enterprise.
Who should attend CDAIO Sydney?
CDAIO Sydney is designed for C-level executives and senior data leaders who own or influence data, AI, data analytics, digital and transformation agendas. This includes Chief Data and AI Officers (CDAIOs), Chief Data Officers, Chief Information Officers, Chief Analytics Officers and Heads or Directors of Data, AI, Analytics, Data Governance, Architecture, Digital and Transformation.
It is particularly relevant to leaders from finance, government, healthcare, retail, energy, technology and other data-intensive sectors who are responsible for improving data quality and ownership, developing data governance strategies, establishing an AI data strategy, accelerating analytics with AI, modernising operating models or demonstrating business value from data and AI. The event also provides a cross-industry forum for public- and private-sector leaders to compare approaches and build peer connections.
Why should I attend CDAIO Sydney?
Attend CDAIO Sydney to move beyond high-level AI ambition and examine how leading organisations are building trusted data foundations, improving data governance, scaling AI responsibly and delivering measurable enterprise impact.
The program combines strategic insights with practical case studies on data analytics strategy, AI data analytics, analytics with AI, AI economics, operating models, value realisation, data ownership and organisational change. You can compare approaches with senior peers, learn from leaders confronting similar implementation challenges, identify frameworks that can be adapted within your organisation and build relationships across Australia’s data and AI community.
For professionals searching for data analytics Sydney events, the conference offers a focused view of the future in data analytics, the data future and how organisations can create value from AI at enterprise scale. The co-located format also gives registered attendees access to complementary perspectives on data architecture and enterprise AI on the days those events are running.
How is CDAIO Sydney different from other data and AI conferences?
CDAIO Sydney is different from other data and AI conferences because it brings enterprise data leadership, AI strategy, data governance, data analytics, economics, operating models and organisational change into one senior-level program.
Rather than focusing only on individual technologies or isolated use cases, the event examines the connected foundations required to scale data and AI responsibly, including data quality and ownership, trusted and accessible data, AI data analytics, models of data governance, AI agents and automation, data insights, value measurement, adoption and leadership.
Its co-location with Data & AI Architecture Sydney and Enterprise AI Sydney also gives teams access to complementary strategic, architectural and implementation perspectives across the two-day event.
What networking opportunities are available at CDAIO Sydney?
Attendees can network throughout the conference, including structured speed networking, coffee breaks, lunches, networking drinks and informal conversations. Conference passes include exhibition access and unlimited networking opportunities.
Can vendors and solution providers attend CDAIO Sydney?
Yes. Vendors, technology solution providers and consultancies can attend using the Vendor Main Conference Registration option. The vendor ticket price is $3,699 + GST. View vendor registration options.
How can I contact the CDAIO Sydney team?
For registration, group bookings and media partner enquiries, contact the marketing team at info@coriniumintel.com. Your marketing contact is Alphy Nangani, Marketing Manager - APAC.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Alistair Clemett, Sponsorship Director APAC, at alistair.clemett@coriniumgroup.com.
For speaking opportunities and program enquiries, contact Vanessa Jalleh, Conference Director, at vanessa.jalleh@coriniumgroup.com.
You can also use the CDAIO Sydney contact form.
What are the focus topics for CDAIO Sydney 2027?
CDAIO Sydney 2027 focuses on four key themes: trusted foundations, intelligent enterprise, value realisation and leading change.
The program explores how data and AI leaders can build trusted, governed and accessible data foundations; use AI, AI agents, analytics and automation to create more intelligent organisations; scale data and AI initiatives to deliver measurable business value; and lead the cultural, leadership and organisational change required for enterprise-wide adoption.
Key areas include data governance, data ownership, data quality, AI and data strategy, advanced analytics, AI agents and automation, AI operating models, responsible AI scaling, data culture and measuring the business impact of AI.
Together, these themes address how organisations can establish strong data foundations, adopt AI responsibly and turn data and AI investment into sustainable enterprise value.
Where can I view the CDAIO Sydney agenda?
The live agenda contains the latest confirmed sessions, formats and speakers for CDAIO Sydney 2027, including sessions covering data governance, data analytics and AI data strategy. View the live agenda. You can also download the current agenda document. Download the agenda.
Where can I download the CDAIO Sydney agenda?
You can access the current downloadable agenda through the dedicated CDAIO Sydney agenda download page. Download the agenda.
Who is speaking at CDAIO Sydney?
The speaker page contains the latest confirmed speakers for CDAIO Sydney 2027. Speaker details may change as the program develops. View the latest speaker line-up.
How can I apply to speak at CDAIO Sydney?
Industry experts interested in speaking at CDAIO Sydney 2027 can submit the form on the Request to Speak page. Vendors and solution providers interested in speaking opportunities are directed to contact info@coriniumintel.com. Request to speak.
Which events are co-located with CDAIO Sydney?
CDAIO Sydney 2027 is part of a three-event, two-day program for senior data and AI leaders. CDAIO Sydney runs on 2-3 March 2027, Data & AI Architecture Sydney runs on 2 March 2027, and Enterprise AI Sydney runs on 3 March 2027.
What is Data & AI Architecture Sydney about? Data & AI Architecture Sydney explores the architectures, data foundations and emerging capabilities needed to build scalable, AI-ready enterprises. Designed for architecture, engineering and data leaders, it covers AI agents, data products, metadata, integration, reliability, trusted data and modern data architecture. Visit the Data & AI Architecture Sydney website.
What is Enterprise AI Sydney about? Enterprise AI Sydney explores how organisations can use AI to transform operations, create new value and compete in an AI-driven economy. Designed for C-level and senior executives, it covers enterprise-wide AI transformation, AI-native business models, workforce reinvention, customer experience, decision-making, governance and the leadership required to scale AI. Visit the Enterprise AI Sydney website.
Why are the events co-located?
The three events are co-located to give data and AI teams access to complementary perspectives across data leadership, AI, analytics and architecture. The format is designed to help teams combine specialist learning with a broader view of the strategies and technologies shaping data and AI.
Can I attend sessions across the co-located events?
Yes. If you are registered for an event taking place on a particular day, you can attend sessions across the co-located events running on that same day and access the full exhibition floor. On 2 March, CDAIO Sydney runs alongside Data & AI Architecture Sydney. On 3 March, CDAIO Sydney runs alongside Enterprise AI Sydney. View registration options.
When is CDAIO Sydney taking place?
CDAIO Sydney 2027 takes place on 2–3 March 2027.
Where is CDAIO Sydney held?
CDAIO Sydney 2027 is being held at Royal Randwick Racecourse, Alison Road, Randwick NSW 2031, Australia. Current co-located event venue information advises attendees to enter via Gate 1 off Alison Road and proceed through Gate C, D or F to the Queen Elizabeth II Grandstand. View venue information.
How do I get to CDAIO Sydney by public transport?
For Royal Randwick Racecourse, the L2 Randwick Line light rail runs between Circular Quay and Randwick via Central Station. Alight at the Royal Randwick stop on Alison Road, opposite the racecourse main entrance. Bus routes 339, 373, 374, 376 and 377 also serve the Randwick Racecourse area via Anzac Parade and Alison Road.
Is parking available at the venue?
Yes. Current venue information says complimentary outdoor parking is available near Gates C, D and F on a first-come, first-served basis. If complimentary parking is full, the Ascot Street Multi-Level Car Park can be accessed from Ascot Street off Doncaster Road or via Alison Road. The published parking fee is $15 per day, with cashless payment only.
How do I register for CDAIO Sydney?
Registration is open through the dedicated CDAIO Sydney registration page. View registration options.
What is included in a conference pass?
Your conference pass includes access to the conference and exhibition, unlimited networking opportunities, all-day catering with coffee, morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea, networking drinks, interactive polling and Q&A sessions, and access to presentation slides after the event.
Who is eligible for an end-user ticket?
The end-user ticket is for data, AI and analytics practitioners working within end-user organisations. People working for solution providers or consultancies must purchase a vendor ticket. The currently published end-user main conference price is $2,599 + GST. View registration options.
Who qualifies for a vendor ticket rate?
The vendor ticket rate applies to employees of vendors, technology solution providers, consultants and other organisations that sell or provide products, platforms, advisory services or solutions to end-user organisations. Vendor attendees should register through the vendor registration option. View vendor registration options.
What if I am unsure which ticket type applies to me?
Contact the CDAIO Sydney registration team at info@coriniumintel.com before registering if you are unsure whether the end-user or vendor rate applies to your organisation.
Can teams attend CDAIO Sydney together, and are group booking discounts available?
Yes. Teams can attend together, and group booking discounts are available by enquiry. Call +61 2 8916 6161 or email info@coriniumintel.com to discuss a group booking.
Why sponsor CDAIO Sydney?
Sponsoring CDAIO Sydney provides a platform to position your organisation in front of senior data, analytics and AI decision-makers from across public- and private-sector organisations.
The audience includes leaders evaluating data governance, data analytics, AI data strategy, analytics with AI and enterprise-scale transformation.
Corinium works with sponsors from pre-event planning through post-event follow-up to align the experience with commercial goals and target audiences.
Sponsorship can support brand visibility, solution education, executive relationship building, demand generation and direct engagement with leaders responsible for data platforms, AI adoption, governance, analytics and transformation.
How can I request sponsorship information?
Request the sponsorship prospectus, past attendee profiles or a discussion about available packages through the CDAIO Sydney sponsorship page. For a direct conversation, contact Alistair Clemett, Sponsorship Director APAC, at alistair.clemett@coriniumgroup.com.
Who should sponsor CDAIO Sydney?
CDAIO Sydney is particularly relevant to technology, data, analytics, AI and professional-services organisations that want to engage senior enterprise decision-makers.
Suitable sponsors include providers of data platforms, AI and machine learning solutions, data governance and quality tools, AI data analytics, analytics platforms, consulting and advisory services, automation, security for data and AI environments, and specialist services that support enterprise transformation.
Packages can be shaped for organisations targeting a broad data and AI audience or a more specific industry, role, account segment or data analytics Sydney market opportunity.
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What business outcomes can sponsorship support?
Sponsorship can support demand generation, strategic account acquisition, go-to-market engagement, entry into new sectors, brand positioning, executive relationship building and market research.
Depending on the package, sponsors can demonstrate thought leadership on topics such as data governance strategies, data analytics strategy, AI data strategy and enterprise-scale adoption; educate prospective buyers; develop one-to-one conversations; gather data insights into customer priorities; and extend lead generation beyond the event through coordinated content and marketing activity. Explore sponsorship opportunities.
What types of engagement opportunities are available?
Engagement formats can include keynotes, panel sessions, facilitated discussion groups, exhibition presence, formal and informal networking and one-to-one meetings. Multi-channel packages may also extend engagement through roundtables, content syndication and email marketing before or after the event.
Availability and format depend on the agreed sponsorship package and program requirements. Explore sponsorship opportunities.
Can sponsorship be tailored to our objectives?
Yes. Corinium works with sponsors to customise engagement around their commercial goals, target accounts, priority sectors and desired audience. A tailored package can combine event participation, thought leadership, networking and multi-channel campaign activity to support objectives such as awareness, lead generation, account engagement or market entry. Specific formats remain subject to availability and editorial fit. Explore sponsorship opportunities.
How do I discuss sponsorship opportunities?
To discuss objectives, available formats and a tailored package, contact Alistair Clemett, Sponsorship Director APAC, at alistair.clemett@coriniumgroup.com, submit an enquiry through the CDAIO Sydney sponsorship page, or use the CDAIO Sydney contact form.
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