As the global conversation around artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and enterprise data maturity intensifies, New York stands at the forefront of the next great transformation. The city’s fast-paced innovation culture, diverse industries, and leadership in financial and digital services make it a natural epicenter for ideas that define the future of intelligence.

On November 20, 2025, this innovation will take center stage at The Westin New York at Times Square during the CDO Magazine New York Leadership Summit — a landmark gathering of AI, data, analytics, and cybersecurity executives shaping the enterprise future. The summit’s theme, “The Empire State of Intelligence – Where Data, AI, Cybersecurity, and Analytics Power the City,” captures the fearless ambition and sharp execution that define New York’s tech elite.

Top participating companies — including Wells Fargo, Merck,TD Bank,American Express, Bloomberg,Citi, PepsiCo, JPMorganChase, Mastercard, New York Life, and TIAA — will join forces to exchange ideas, share best practices, and explore how intelligence is powering the modern enterprise.

Guided by New York’s most influential data leaders

At the helm of this year’s summit are five visionary Co-chairs whose leadership defines the region’s data and AI excellence:

• Arvind Balasundaram, Regeneron Executive Director, Commercial Insights & Analytics
• Hardik Mehta, JPMorganChase Global Head of Risk and Compliance
• Vanessa Jones-Nyoni, Commerzbank AG North America Chief Data Officer
• Andrew Reiskind, Mastercard Chief Data Officer
• Tali Rosenblum, New York Life VP & Head of Enterprise Strategic Insights and Analytics

Together, these executives are curating a high-impact agenda that spotlights trusted data ecosystems, responsible AI adoption, and actionable analytics. They will help steer conversations that connect real-world use cases with future-focused leadership strategies — ensuring attendees walk away with insights they can apply immediately within their organizations.

Why this summit matters now

AI adoption is accelerating across every sector, but scaling it responsibly remains one of the defining challenges of enterprise leadership. As organizations balance innovation with governance and speed with security, this summit delivers vendor-neutral frameworks and peer-tested strategies for sustainable transformation.

“Data moves fast. AI moves faster. At this summit, so will we! New York energy meets world-class talent. These data, cyber, and AI leaders don’t wait for permission, they are ready to GO! Expect real insight, real moves, and leave owning the room, the game, and the future!”, says Gerri Caveness, CDO Magazine Global Events Manager.

Why you need to be there

• High-caliber networking: Connect with New York’s most influential data and AI executives, including leaders from the Fortune 500.
• Strategic takeaways: Gain vendor-neutral insights to strengthen your data architecture and accelerate digital transformation.
• Expert perspectives: Hear from top innovators leading advances in AI governance, cybersecurity, and applied analytics.
• Proven practices: Learn from case studies where intelligence directly fuels measurable business success.

Unlock The Empire State advantage

The CDO Magazine New York Leadership Summit is more than an event — it’s a catalyst for the next era of enterprise intelligence. Whether you’re building your AI roadmap, modernizing governance frameworks, or leading organizational change, this summit will give you the connections and strategies to do it with confidence and clarity.