Data Governance Journeys, from Chaos to Control - Lessons Along the Way

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM East Coast USA Time

Location: Marquis Salon 3

Institution Type: Any

Target Audience: Any

Presenter(s)

Adam Caskie, Ph.D. (he/him/his)

Assistant Vice President, Office of Decision Support
University of South Florida
Tampa, Florida, United States
Bethany Crowell, Ph.D. (she/her/hers)

Associate Vice Provost for Institutional Research & Decision Support
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin, United States
SI

Smriti A. Ingrole, Ph.D. (she/her/hers)

Decision Support Lead
emory university
Tallahassee, Florida, United States

Session Abstract: The process of data governance at each institution travels along a continuum. IR offices are experiencing various stages of success (or failure) at advancing data governance at their respective institutions. Experienced IR professionals from three distinct universities will share their institutions place on the data governance continuum and lessons learned along the way.

This session will explore collaborating with stakeholders, building momentum, championing change, and a touch of wrangling AI. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the data governance process and learn practical tips for harnessing data as a strategic asset for their institution.

Keywords: Data Governance, Change Management, AI, Collaboration, Definitions