CDAO Fed Ready Summit
Presentations
Data Governance as a Mission Enabler in the AI Era
• Advancing cohesive modernization strategies that integrate technology adoption, organizational change, and workforce development across the federal ecosystem
• AI Scales on Governed Data, Not Just Algorithms: AI only delivers operational value when it is built on trusted, contextualized, and governed data that operators can rely on in mission- critical environments.
• AI Must Be Managed as a Strategic Investment Portfolio: Successful organizations prioritize AI initiatives based on operational impact, resilience, and long-term value, and avoiding tech
debt while accelerating measurable ROI.
• The Future of Energy AI Is Human + Agentic AI, Governed for Safety and Performance: AI should amplify frontline expertise, not replace it, with clear decision boundaries and governance frameworks that ensure smarter, safer, and faster operations.
Rob King, 3x Federal CDO
Data Modernization and Public Service Transformation in American Cities
• Advancing enterprise data modernization to strengthen service delivery, operational resilience, and cross-departmental coordination within city government
• Building data foundations that enable real-time insights, equitable resource allocation, and improved decision-making for public safety, infrastructure, and community services
• Embedding responsible data governance practices that enhance transparency, public trust, and accountability in high-impact municipal programs
• Developing a skilled, data-literate workforce and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to support sustainable, citywide digital transformation
Dartanion Williams, Chief Data Officer, CITY OF BALTIMORE
Industry Insights
Jey Guru Raman, CTO, SUN RADIA
Robert Keenan, VP of Business Development, SUN RADIA
Strengthening Global Financial Operations Through Data Governance and Responsible AI
• Advancing enterprise data governance to enhance the accuracy, transparency, and reliability of financial information that supports global diplomatic operations.
• Applying analytics and emerging AI capabilities to improve financial risk management, audit readiness, fraud detection, and resource allocation across worldwide missions.
• Establishing responsible AI practices that align with federal policy, promote accountability, and ensure trust in high-stakes financial decision-making.
• Building a modern data and AI ecosystem that supports interoperability, operational efficiency, and workforce readiness within a global, distributed organizational structure.
Dr. ClarLynda Williams-DeVane, Chief Deputy and Deputy Secretary of Operational Excellence,
NCDHHS