Data & AI Stockholm Summit
Data & AI Stockholm Summit 2026
Join us for the Data & AI Stockholm Summit 2026, the premier gathering for senior leaders, decision-makers, and practitioners shaping the future of data and artificial intelligence across the Nordics.
Hosted by Data & AI Stockholm (DAIS), the summit brings together executives, technology leaders, researchers, founders, and industry experts for a full day of high-impact discussions, strategic insights, and meaningful connections. Designed for those driving AI and data initiatives within their organizations, the event focuses on the opportunities, challenges, and decisions that will define the next decade of innovation.
Unlike large-scale commercial conferences, the Data & AI Stockholm Summit is intentionally curated to foster deeper conversations, higher-quality networking, and practical insights from leaders actively building and deploying data and AI solutions at scale.
Theme 2026
The Future of Data & AI
Artificial intelligence is transforming every industry, but sustainable success depends on much more than models alone. The future belongs to organizations that can combine strong data foundations, responsible governance, technical excellence, and strategic leadership.
This year's summit explores how leading organizations are navigating the rapidly evolving AI landscape, from scaling AI initiatives and modernizing data platforms to building intelligent products, managing risk, and creating lasting business value.
Topics include:
• AI Strategy & Transformation
• Executive Leadership in the AI Era
• Data & AI Governance
• Enterprise AI Adoption
• Data Platforms & Modern Architectures
• Machine Learning & Generative AI
• Responsible AI & Regulation
• Innovation, Research & Industry Collaboration
Agenda
Join us for a full day of inspiring talks, engaging panel discussions, networking opportunities, and community activities.
Start: 08:00
Registration, Breakfast & Networking
Welcome Remarks - Vanessa Andersson
Morning Sessions
Designing the Future: How the Decisions We Make Today Shape the Future - Alysha Adams
Becoming AI Native - Armin Catovic
Coffe Break
Data Foundation in the AI Era - Karin Håkansson
The Agent-Native Data Platform - Robert Sahlin
Panel: Data Governance & the Future of Responsible AI
Moderator: Baaba Bonuedie
Panelists: Akanksha Bhagwanani · John Wernfeldt · Karima Makrof · Luis Martinez
Lunch
Lunch & Networking
Afternoon Sessions
Welcome Back Remarks - Vanessa Andersson
Beyond the Pilot: A Practical Path to Enterprise AI at Scale - Joe Welton
Caring through Data - Sanna Kuoppamäki
From POC to ROI - Neelima Misra
Coffee Break
Panel: The Future of Product & AI
Moderator: Emelie Fågelstedt
Panelists: Ekaterina Garbaruk Monnot · Jonas Björk · Erik Nielsen
When AI Lets Everyone Become a Great Analyst - Gabriel Moosman
The New GTM Playbook - Varun Atrey
Closing 17:00
Closing Remarks - Vanessa Andersson
Speakers
Hear from a carefully selected group of industry leaders, researchers, founders, and practitioners representing some of the most innovative organizations in the data and AI ecosystem.
Featured speakers & panelists include:
Akanksha Bhagwanani - EMEA Solutions Specialist - Data Analytics at Google
Alysha Adams - Fractional Chief People Officer | AI Transformation Consultant | Verified Expert at CDW & Ossa
Armin Catovic - Director Data and AI at Funnel
Baaba Bonuedie - Senior Data Governance Expert at Nordea
Ekaterina Garbaruk Monnot – General Manager (Studio Lead) at Spotify
Emelie Fågelstedt – Independent AI Strategist & Innovation Consultant
Erik Nielsen - Principal Product Designer at Simployer
Gabriel Moosman - Business Intelligence Manager at Acast(from Omni)
Joe Welton - Large Enterprise Lead, UKI & Europe North - OpenAI
John Wernfeldt – Managing Director at Northridge Analytics
Jonas Björk – Head of Data & Insights at Lovable
Karima Makrof – Founder & Chief Adviser, Data Governance at Aklyon
Karin Håkansson - Head Of Data at Adapteo Group
Luis Martinez – AI Governance and Compliance Expert at TeleTid Consulting
Neelima Misra – CEO & Co-founder at DaasTek
Robert Sahlin – Founder | Google Developer Expert | Speaker | Content Creator at Supercargo
Sanna Kuoppamäki – Associate Professor at KTH
Varun Atrey – Product Marketing Director at Legora
Official Website
For speaker announcements, updates, and event information:
🌐 https://dataaistockholm.com/summit