Join us for DataConnect Conference on Oct 2-3, 2025. Round 1 pricing ends December 31, 2024.
The journey to becoming a Chief Data & Analytics Officer is marked by many milestones of adoption, integration, and alignment. In this session, Salema Rice, a tenured CDAO and industry thought leader with over 25 years of experience, will share her journey and the experiences that shaped her career. From driving cultural shifts and fostering skills to mastering technology integration and leading her teams with compassion. This session will provide a deep understanding of the phases of using data to drive digital transformation and accelerate business value for your organization. Join us to explore the roadmap to CDAO success and embrace applied intelligence with confidence.
Salema Rice is the Founder and CEO of CDO Today, a think tank for Senior Data and AI Leaders. She is a tenured Chief Data & AI Officer, Board Member and Industry Thought Leader.This #DataDiva and senior executive has over 25 years of experience mentoring, evangelizing, and directing data management strategies, AI transformation, digital innovation, and advising large complex F500 companies.Most recently she served as the Global Managing Director of Applied Intelligence and Enterprise Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Accenture, the world’s largest professional services company. She is recognized as one of the top thirty most inspiring women in AI. One of the top 200 business and technology innovators in the world and one of the 100 most influential leaders in data. Salema frequently contributes to media outlets including CNBC, MSNBC, Forbes, Wiley, The Cube, HR Exchange, Grit Daily, Legal Reader, and CDO Magazine.Her focus today is on upskilling talent for the workforce of the future and helping leaders leverage AI to make the world a better place.
