The CDAO Circle Program

The Chief Data & Analytics Officer Circle Program

Designed specifically for chief data and analytics officers (CDAOs), the CDAO Circle offers a curated executive experience featuring actionable, objective insight to help you accelerate your data and analytics (D&A) strategy and operating model to increase business value.

Over the course of the two-day conference, you gain access to presentations, discussions and networking opportunities. This year’s program is focused on increasing your influence through your teams, executive peers and across your organization.

Make sure you don’t miss out on the unparalleled power of in-person Gartner conferences; seats for the CDAO Circle sessions are limited and fill up quickly. Learn more about how Gartner supports CDAOs.

Exclusive Opportunity for Chief Data & Analytics Officers

Designed specifically for chief data officers (CDOs) and chief analytics officers (CAOs), the CDAO Circle offers a curated executive experience, delivering presentations, discussions and networking opportunities throughout the conference. We recommend applying for this program when you register for the conference as seats for CDAO Circle sessions are limited and fill up quickly.
  • How to Apply
  • What's Included
  • CDAO Circle Sessions
How to Apply

Applicants must meet the following qualification criteria to participate:

1. Enterprisewide CDO or CAO, or

2. Business unit or regional CDO or CAO responsible for:

  • Private sector: 1,500+ crores in revenue
  • Public sector: 1,000+ employees

Qualifying CDOs and CAOs from a data and analytics vendor or consultancy must be involved exclusively in their organization’s internal IT.

You can apply to participate in the CDAO Circle when you register for Gartner Data & Analytics Summit by verifying you are the chief data officer or chief analytics officer within your organization. You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application.

Application and approval are required for participation.
What's Included
  • The opportunity to network and connect with a community of CDOs and CAOs 
  • Exclusive interactive sessions focused on the most pressing priorities of CDOs and CAOs
  • CDAO lunches, keynote presentations from visionaries and industry leaders 
  • Priority access to book interactive sessions and a one-on-one meeting with a Gartner expert
  • Early access to keynotes throughout the conference (seating is not reserved and is on a first-come, first-served basis)
CDAO Circle Sessions
  • CDAO Circle Leadership Exchange: State of D&A in 2025
  • CDAO Circle Leadership Exchange: Influence and Storytelling for High-Impact Investments
  • CDAO Circle: Leadership Exchange: Adapting to Thrive - Creating the Next Generation of D&A Delivery Models
  • Roundtable: Women in IT Leadership—What Does it Take?