All 2025 Conference Sessions

Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025 dove deep into key topics for data, analytics and AI leaders around data strategy, data governance, AI and more.

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Gartner Keynote: Scale Data and Analytics on Your AI Journeys

Speakers:

  • Gareth Herschel, VP Analyst, Gartner
  • Carlie Idoine, VP Analyst, Gartner

Key take-aways

  • Trust = value
    • Esablish trust models.
    • Monetize productivity improvements.
    • Communicate value of data and analytics .
  • Adaptibility = scale
    • Create a modular and open architecture.
    • Make data AI-ready and resuable.
    • Explore AI agents.
  • People = transform
    • Establish repeatable habits.
    • Embrace new roles and skills.
    • Collaborate with other teams.

Embrace the Inevitable: Lead Change With D&A and AI

Speakers:

  • Alan Duncan, Distinguished VP Analyst 

Key take-aways

  • The CDAO’s ability to deliver data and AI literacy, culture change and a skilled workforce will be a top three determining factor in supporting business strategy by 2026.
  • Work with willing business stakeholders to clarify and reframe business problems in terms of explicit outcomes. Define targeted business roles, decisions and impact upon business moments.
  • Explain underlying data and supporting analytics by deconstructing the business problem and decisions to be taken.
  • Facilitate the realization of business value through storytelling of the resulting informed actions.
  • Overcome resistance to change by connecting personally with business stakeholders to build trust and ensure there is collective and personal buy-in to decisions.

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Tuesday, 17 June, 2025

09:00 AM - 09:45 AM AEST

Gartner Opening Keynote: Scale Data and Analytics on Your AI Journeys

Gareth Herschel, VP Analyst, Gartner
Carlie Idoine, VP Analyst, Gartner
With high D&A ambitions and AI pilots becoming increasingly ubiquitous, focus is shifting toward consistent execution. We will share how to continue innovating and experimenting while scaling success. In this keynote, Gartner’s perspective will guide you on preparing for the expected and adapting to the unexpected. Learn to enhance your D&A and AI capabilities on the path to success. ... Show More Show Less

04:30 PM - 05:15 PM AEST

Guest Keynote: Digital Zen: Mastering Well-Being in a Constantly Connected World

Rahaf Harfoush, Digital Anthropologist and Bestselling Author,
Reclaiming focus is crucial, necessitating a re-evaluation of digital habits and the cultivation of digital well-being practices. This keynote addresses the impact of digital labor intensification and the psychological effects of doom scrolling on focus, deep work, and mental health. Rahaf explores strategies for individuals and organizations to mitigate these challenges, promoting a balanced digital engagement. She offers actionable insights, including policies to reduce digital overload, encourage detoxes, and foster environments for focused work. Practical solutions for managing distractions, promoting mental health, and fostering a mindful digital culture are shared for both organizations and personal lives. ... Show More Show Less
Wednesday, 18 June, 2025

09:00 AM - 09:45 AM AEST

Guest Keynote: Winning the Numbers Game in our Digital World

Adam Spencer, Maths Geek, Comedian and Author, Guest Keynote Speaker
Join award-winning broadcaster and national comedy champion, Adam Spencer to learn how technologies like AI, Cyber Security and ChatGPT are disrupting business and how you can win in this world. In this thought-provoking and funny presentation, Adam will share:
• How Artificial Intelligence will impact every industry and how to harness its potential
• The crucial role every worker plays in your cyber security
• The business potential of holding a supercomputer in your hands
• How to keep up if the pace of digital disruption feels overwhelming
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04:15 PM - 05:00 PM AEST

Gartner Closing Keynote: Top Trends in Data and Analytics 2025

Carlie Idoine, VP Analyst, Gartner
AI is having a huge impact, but is not the only thing with societal, technological, and organizational implications driving change in data and analytics. We examine trends in areas such as complexity, trust, and empowerment facing leaders and teams as they make decisions in all aspects of their bet-the-business D&A strategy. ... Show More Show Less

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