CDO Magazine is excited to unveil its Top 25 Chicago Data Leaders of 2025, a powerhouse list of executives driving innovation, strategy, and transformation across one of the most dynamic data ecosystems in the country.

As the third-largest metropolitan area in the United States, Chicago is home to a thriving cross-industry data community. This year’s honorees represent standout leaders from sectors including financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, life sciences, and medical technology. Each has demonstrated a bold ability to harness data and AI for real business outcomes, setting new benchmarks for excellence, impact, and forward-thinking leadership.

To celebrate these changemakers, CDO Magazine will host an invitation-only cocktail and awards reception during its inaugural Chicago Leadership Summit on September 10 at the Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop. This private gathering will bring together the region’s top data and AI executives for a night of recognition, high-impact networking, and conversations that will shape the future of enterprise leadership.

“These distinguished leaders exemplify what it means to lead with data. Their contributions are transforming organizations and setting new benchmarks for success,” says Bill Gannon, General Manager of CDO Magazine.

Join us in celebrating these visionary leaders and be part of the conversations shaping the future of data, analytics, and AI at the Chicago Leadership Summit.

Event Details:

Date: September 10, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET
Location: Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop