From friction to flow: Navigating the real challenges of AI

Most organizations know AI is the destination, but getting there requires a foundation many are still building. In this panel, data leaders from Cotality, Snowflake and Stanford University join Collibra to share candid perspectives on where they are in their data governance journeys, what's worked, what hasn't, and what they wish they'd known sooner. Whether you're just starting out or scaling up, this session from Data Citizens on the Road in San Francisco offers practical insight and honest reassurance that the messy middle is universal. We cover: * Setting up data strategies: Learn how to effectively establish a data strategy that aligns with organizational goals. * Governance journeys: Insights from various organizations on their data and AI governance journeys. * AI integration: Discover how to integrate AI into existing data strategies to enhance innovation. * Operational insights: Understand the challenges of managing data across 23 different operational units and the focus on making data discoverable. * Scaling data strategies: Explore opportunities for scaling data strategies and making data more accessible. * AI layer implementation: Learn about adding an AI layer on top of existing data strategies to drive growth. * Internal analytics efforts: Gain insights into internal analytics efforts and the use of AI to enhance data-driven decision-making. Watch more sessions from Data Citizens on the Road at https://www.collibra.com/resources/watch-on-demand-data-citizens-on-the-road-2026