Call for Speakers Now Open | Data Governance, AI Governance & Master Data Management Conference Europe 2027

Every organisation has its own data challenges. Every practitioner has lessons to share. And sometimes, the most valuable insight comes from hearing how someone else tackled the very problem you’re facing.

From 15–19 March 2027, the Data Governance, AI Governance & Master Data Management Conference Europe returns to London, bringing together practitioners, industry experts and business leaders to explore the challenges, opportunities and developments shaping the data and AI landscape.

And now, we’re inviting you to help shape the conversation.

Our 2027 Call for Speakers is officially open.

Whether you’ve spent years leading data transformation programmes or you’re taking your first steps into conference speaking, we’d love to hear your story.

Real Challenges. Practical Solutions.

Data Governance, AI Governance and Master Data Management are evolving, and the conversations surrounding them are becoming increasingly important.

As organisations explore agentic AI, strengthen their data foundations, navigate regulatory expectations and modernise their approaches to MDM, there’s a growing need for something beyond theory.

We need to hear what’s actually happening inside organisations.

What approaches are delivering results? Which challenges keep appearing? How are teams demonstrating value, building trust and making governance work in practice?

At the heart of the conference is a commitment to sharing real experiences, honest lessons and practical approaches that others can learn from.

Our 2027 programme will explore a broad range of topics, including:

• Data Governance: Data quality, metadata, stewardship, data lineage, architecture and building effective governance programmes.
• AI Governance: Responsible AI, agentic AI, risk management, auditing, assurance, regulation and operationalising AI Governance.
• Master Data Management: Modern MDM strategies, cloud platforms, entity resolution, multi-domain MDM, data products and MDM for AI.
• Innovation and Emerging Challenges: RAG governance, unstructured data, AI observability, data products and emerging technologies.
• Leadership and Business Value: Data culture, stakeholder engagement, demonstrating ROI, managing transformation and turning governance into a business enabler.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your knowledge, discover a new approach or understand how other organisations are responding to emerging challenges, the conference offers an opportunity to learn directly from people doing the work.

Why Take the Stage?

Speaking at an industry conference isn’t just about delivering a presentation. It’s about contributing to a wider conversation, challenging ideas, building confidence and making connections that can shape your career.

For Mary Drabble, speaking at IRM UK conferences has offered benefits throughout her professional journey.

I’ve gained a lot over the years from sharing my case studies at the IRM hosted conference events. Early on in my career it helped me build confidence and as a speaker I learnt how to refine my messaging for a broad audience – skills I could take back into my day job. These days my primary reason for attending is to make connections with others on similar journeys so I can compare and contrast experiences. I’m always the last one to leave at the networking sessions!

Mary Drabble, Head of Data Governance, Royal London

Mary’s experience reflects something we value enormously at IRM UK: the opportunity for professional development through shared knowledge and genuine connections.

Taking the stage can help you develop your communication skills, establish your professional profile and share ideas with an audience that understands the challenges you’re addressing.

And those benefits don’t necessarily end when your session finishes.

A Community That Keeps Coming Back

One of the most rewarding parts of our conferences is seeing the relationships and conversations that develop over time.

Some speakers join us for the first time. Others return year after year, bringing new experiences, perspectives and lessons to share.

For Sue Geuens, that connection with the community has spanned more than two decades.

In 2005, IRM UK gave me my very first opportunity to present at their conference. I am still here presenting 21 years later. Not only have I gained a bit of confidence, but the experience of meeting so many data people and sharing what we know and what we don’t is the reason why I will continue to be part of IRMUK’s conferences. Thank you for making me part of this incredible community

Sue Geuens, Director of Data Governance & MDM, Elsevier

Twenty-one years of sharing knowledge, exchanging ideas and returning to the same professional community says something about the value of these conversations.

Because while technology, tools and approaches continue to change, the opportunity to learn from one another remains just as important.

And that’s exactly what we want to continue building in 2027.

What’s in It for You?

Whether you’re presenting a case study, leading a workshop or contributing to a panel discussion, becoming an IRM UK conference speaker offers an opportunity to:

• Build your professional profile within the Data Governance, AI Governance and MDM community.
• Attend the two-day conference free of charge as a selected speaker.
• Share your expertise with a knowledgeable, engaged audience.
• Connect with fellow practitioners, industry experts and decision-makers from across different organisations and sectors.
• Develop your confidence and presentation skills while contributing to important industry discussions.
• Learn from others and discover approaches and ideas you can take back to your organisation.
• Access registration discounts for colleagues who would also benefit from attending.
• Create lasting professional connections and opportunities for you and your organisation.

Most importantly, you’ll have the chance to contribute something valuable to the people facing similar challenges.

You Don’t Need All the Answers

Some of the most useful conference sessions aren’t about perfect implementations or flawless results.

They’re about the unexpected challenges, difficult decisions, lessons learned and things that didn’t quite go according to plan.

Perhaps you’ve implemented a new governance framework, modernised an MDM programme, introduced AI controls or found a better way to engage stakeholders.

Or perhaps your experience has taught you what not to do.

We want to hear both.

We’re particularly interested in real-world case studies, practical approaches and honest experiences that help delegates understand what works, what doesn’t and why.

Our programme welcomes conference sessions, workshops, panels, roundtables and shorter presentations.

And if you’ve never spoken at a conference before? Don’t let that stop you.

As Mary’s and Sue’s experiences demonstrate, everyone starts somewhere.

Could You Be Part of Our 2027 Programme?

The next valuable insight, practical solution or thought-provoking conversation could come from your experience.

Whether you’re an established industry voice or someone with a fresh perspective to share, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us in London from 15–19 March 2027 and help shape the conversations that move Data Governance, AI Governance and Master Data Management forward.

Your experience could be exactly what someone else needs to hear.