CDAO Communities
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The most powerful CDAO network

With 13 communities across the globe, serving over 1,700 CDAOs, Evanta’s powerful network of data and analytics executives brings together CDAOs from diverse experiences, backgrounds and industries. Through peer sharing and collaboration, CDAOs from the world's leading organizations drive innovative ideas, exchange best practices and forward-looking perspectives, and address critical issues at the forefront of data and analytics today.

Each community is organized by region and led by C-level practitioners offering members regular access to the expertise of peers.

Join your local community for exclusive access to:

Programs

Participate in year-round gatherings with your local peer group featuring unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, in-depth discussions and networking.

Insights

Exchange peer-validated strategies, solutions and partners, and access exclusive community insights to learn how other CDAOs approach similar challenges.

Connections

Make new connections, enhance your career through an exclusive network, and build lasting relationships with peers.

CDAOs in the community

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Ramnik Bajaj

USAA
CDAO

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Adam Fox

MassMutual
Head of Distribution Technology and Data Science

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Scott Hallworth

HP Inc.
Chief Data and Analytics Officer

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Mano Mannoochahr

Travelers
SVP, Chief Data & Analytics Officer

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Jodi Morton

KPMG
Global and U.S. Chief Data Officer

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Kapil Narang

Ameriprise Financial
Chief Data and Analytics Officer
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Arun Narayanan

RES Group
Chief Executive Officer, Digital Solutions

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Prasannal Nithyanandam

Volkswagen Financial Services
Head of Data and Advanced Analytics

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Usman Quddoos

DIRECTV
VP Data & Chief Data Officer

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Alex Tait

BMO
US Chief Data and Analytics Officer

Join your peers to discuss the most critical issues impacting CDAOs today.

  1. Focusing on Foundations for AI Readiness
  2. Establishing Measurable Value and Proving ROI
  3. Driving Culture Change to Elevate Data and Analytics Initiatives

Programs

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IN-PERSON

Executive Summit
Gain new connections and actionable insights from C-level peers at this one-day program. View what to expect.

What to expect at an Executive Summit:

  • Keynotes from practitioners and thought leaders
  • Peer-led, interactive discussions
  • Networking in one-on-one Peer-to-Peer Meetings
  • In-person program in your area
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IN-PERSON

Inner Circle
Connect with other CDAOs and discuss timely topics over dinner in a private setting. View what to expect.

What to expect at an Inner Circle:

  • Facilitated discussions on key topics
  • Networking over dinner and drinks
  • Peer-led, in-person program in an evening
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VIRTUAL

Town Hall
Participate in an interactive, peer-led discussion on current priorities for CDAOs. View what to expect.

What to expect at a Town Hall:

  • Informal, breakout group discussion
  • Share insights and learn from peers
  • One-hour, virtual discussion
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VIRTUAL

Peer Roundtable
Join a small group of peers for an interactive conversation around a hot topic or priority. View what to expect.

What to expect at a Peer Roundtable:

  • Intimate and interactive discussion 
  • Framed around a hot topic or priority
  • One-hour, virtual conversation
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Evanta facilitates exclusive, C-level communities by personally qualifying and understanding the priorities, challenges and interests of each member.

Our selective approach maintains the high quality of the network and ensures top-level discussions with peers from the world’s leading organizations.

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Community Member Criteria

To ensure peer connections and conversations at the highest level, members must meet the following criteria:

- C-level or senior most executive for respective function

- Organization revenue of $500M+

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Discover why executives join a community

Hear from current members who share why they participate in a community of C-level peers with similar interests, challenges, and priorities.

 

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“Nothing equals to hanging out with a peer and having that connection.”

PRASANNAL NITHYANANDAM, HEAD OF DATA AND ADVANCED ANALYTICS
VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA
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“There are incredibly successful and brilliant people here.”

SEAN MACCARTHY, VP OF ANALYTICS
GOOD SAM/CAMPING WORLD
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“In many ways, it's a place I come to prepare for the battles back at work.”

MOIN HAQUE, HEAD, ENTERPRISE DATA & ANALYTICS
IFF

Explore insights from your CDAO peers

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BLOG | SEPTEMBER 2, 2024
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Navigating the AI Landscape: 5 Themes from Evanta CDAOs on AI Adoption

As AI technology quickly advances, we asked 150 CDAOs to share the progress they’re making towards AI adoption, as well as their challenges and outlook for the future. Read the 5 themes that arose from their responses.

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TOWN HALL INSIGHTS | SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
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Developing a Modern D&A Strategy

As AI rapidly advances, it is vital for CDAOs to evaluate their D&A strategy and ensure it can support new capabilities and business objectives. Recently, the Boston CDAO Community gathered for a town hall to discuss how they can develop modern D&A strategies that drive measurable business outcomes – These are the key takeaways.

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