​"Once in a while, the right people sit at the same table."

​QUARTET is a small private morning gathering organised by Data Leaders.

​The Session

​The session takes place on Thursday, 19 February 2026 in the heart of Winter Olympics in Milan – Data Leaders - Edition Olympics.

​Milano host the winter Olympics is a excellent backdrop to discuss the latest innovation in data and AI, at the center where the world's top athletes take on each others.

​The Table

​At the QUARTET table there will be one of each:

​A Builder - An entrepreneur, founder or independent operator.

​A Technologist - A deep tech, data, AI, engineer, developer, scientist or architect.

​A Pragmatist - A person with common sense, a generalist from a private or public organisation, or an aspirational non-technical profile.

​The Host.

​Protocol

​Bring one topic or question that needs an answer.

​The purpose is a casual peer exchange across different viewpoints, without panels, presentations or performance. No stress.

​The gathering is free flow with no forced answers. Join the discussion or simply enjoy tasty pastries and coffee in a setting that reflects Olympics spirit, Milanese heritage.

​Typical discussion themes include: Is AI a bubble, where data ROI really comes from, latest innovation in data and AI, operating models, why everything still ends up in Excel, geopolitics impact on tech and AI and why the answer is 48.

​Chatham House Rule applies. No recordings. The conversation stays at the table.

​Rules

​• Four people only
• One table, one hour
• No investors or VCs
• Strictly no soliciting or shilling
• Chatham House Rule

​Coffee is not free but of excellent quality. Please order a coffee or drink to respect the venue.

​Venue

​Marchesi 1824 – Milano

​Marchesi has embodied Milanese style since 1824. Exceptional craftsmanship, elegant spaces and impeccable service have accompanied moments of conviviality shaped by artisanal taste and refined creativity.

​One of Milan’s oldest and most renowned patisseries, Marchesi 1824 is known for its heritage, precision and attention to detail. Traditional recipes are reinterpreted with a contemporary approach, reflecting a spirit of research and quiet excellence that aligns naturally with the Data Leaders ethos.

​Find Marchesi 1824 at (NOTE this is original cafe opened in 1824 located at Via Santa Maria):

​https://share.google/TkSM8P4mELr9yeOcP

​Registration

​Please register with full details. Confirmation subject to availability.

​If plans change, update the RSVP so the seat can be released.

​About Data Leaders

​Data Leaders is a regional collective of data and AI professionals, connecting peers through initiatives such as Data Leaders QUARTET, Data Tuesday and DAMA Singapore.

​https://www.linkedin.com/company/data-ai-tuesday/