All Gartner Data & Analytics 2026 Conference Sessions

The 2026 agenda dives deep into key topics for data, analytics and AI leaders around agentic AI, governance, leadership, data architecture and more to help you address your organizations’s mission-critical challenges.

2026 Conference Theme

Value at AI Velocity: Navigating the Now and Next

The pace of AI innovation is forcing DA leaders and their teams to deliver measurable business value faster than ever before. As AI accelerates change across industries, leaders must deliver immediate impact while preparing for future developments. This year’s conference focuses on overcoming challenges like scaling AI, managing disruption and balancing risk using governance.

Explore our conference sessions below, all developed with this theme in mind.

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Monday, 21 September, 2026

12:45 PM - 01:30 PM IST

Roundtable: Women in IT Leadership — What Does It Take? (Repeat)

Shubhangi Vashisth, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Join this roundtable of trailblazers and thought leaders for peer discussions on advancing women in IT leadership. Women attendees are invited to explore opportunities and challenges, and to share best practices for successfully navigating the path to IT leadership. ... Show More Show Less

03:15 PM - 04:45 PM IST

CDAO Circle Roundtable: Redefining D&A and AI Governance (Multigroup)

Sarah Turkaly, Director Analyst, Gartner
In a recent Gartner survey, 89% of CDAOs said effective D&A governance is crucial for business, technology and AI innovation, yet almost 70% find their current D&A and AI governance practices, skills and technology insufficient to drive innovation and business value. This multigroup discussion will focus on sharing experiences and addressing how CDAOs are evolving their D&A and AI governance approaches, building the business case for foundational investments, and designing effective operating models. ... Show More Show Less
Tuesday, 22 September, 2026

02:30 PM - 03:15 PM IST

Roundtable: Creating Value With AI Beyond Productivity

Chris Howard, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
AI’s impact goes far beyond boosting productivity or reducing human effort. Join this roundtable session for an engaging discussion on the broader opportunities AI brings, such as innovation, new business models and enhanced experiences, and learn how to unlock greater value in your organization. ... Show More Show Less

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