Peter Aiken
President of DAMA International
Peter Aiken, PhD is an acknowledged Data Management (DM) authority, an Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, President of DAMA International, and Associate Director of the MIT International Society of Chief Data Officers. For more than 35 years, Peter has learned from working with hundreds of data management practices in 30 countries including some of the world's most important. Among his 12 books are the first on CDOs (the case for data leadership), focusing on data monetization, on modern strategic data thinking and objectively specifying what it means to be data literate. International recognition has resulted in an intensive schedule of events worldwide. Peter also hosts the longest running data management webinar series hosted by our partners at Dataversity. Starting before Google, before data was big, and before data science, Peter has founded several companies that have helped more than 200 organizations leverage data–specific savings have been measured at more than $1.5B USD. His latest is Anything Awesome.
Ronald Baan
DAMA International Marketing VP
Ronald has been working in data management, knowledge management and document management for over 30 years. He likes addressing the people, organization, culture and process challenges of getting more value from data. He has worked in roles like product manager, project manager, senior data officer, data architect, system architect for public sector, private sector and nonprofits. He is President DAMA Netherlands and since the start of this year VP Marketing for DAMA International. For his daytime job he is fulltime trainer and mentor Data Management.
Beata Bawor
Vice-Director of the Department in charge of the Data Governance Development and Data Quality Management Division at mBank
Since 2008, Beata has been involved in the banking sector, systematically expanding her competencies in data governance. She currently heads the Data Governance and Data Quality Development Division at mBank, where she is responsible for creating strategic solutions that support data governance in the organization. She focuses on ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and designing innovative solutions for automated data quality monitoring. Her extensive experience and strategic approach are key to developing the data culture at mBank, effectively merging technical perspectives with business opportunities. Her work supports operations and facilitates the digital transformation of the organization, preparing it for future challenges.
Marek Chlebicki
Partner PwC Polska
Marek is a Partner at PwC Poland and a manager with over 19 years of experience. He
has a background in advising both Polish and international organizations (including
those in the financial, telecommunications, pharmaceutical, energy, manufacturing, and
retail sectors), as well as many years in managerial roles within international banking
groups.
Marek specializes in technology risk management and the transformation of technology,
cybersecurity, and data domains. He works with clients to solve complex business and
technology challenges and supports the strengthening of enterprise digital
resilience—from defining direction and strategy to implementing IT, Cyber, and Data
solutions.He leads the PwC Digital Resilience Center, where he oversees projects related to
technology and data resilience (e.g., technology resilience in public cloud and hybrid
environments, data resilience and security, technology risk management and regulatory
compliance, implementation of cybersecurity solutions within large innovation and
transformation projects). He is also the leader of competencies in modern and
responsible Data and AI management (e.g., Data Mesh, modern data platformization,
Responsible AI, AI Governance).
Wojciech Chybowski
Transformation Director at DataServe
Manager with over 30 years of experience at the intersection of business and technology. In the 1990s, he led the team that created Poland's first mobile teleco data warehouse. He lectured computer science courses at universities in Poland and abroad. He is co-creating DAGOS (Data Governance Suite), DATASERVE's platform that supports data management in organizations.
A graduate of the Military University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland and the University of Quebec at Montreal, Montreal, Canada, he enjoys sailing the seas and oceans in his free time.
Filip Dzięcioł
Data Engineering Tech Lead
Data Enthusiast, Life-Long Learner, fascinated by socio-technical architectures and ways of working for humans and systems. Currently Data Engineering Tech Lead in Billennium, AI Teacher at PJATK and Codecool, Co-Founder, AI Engineer and Researcher in Mounts.AI and member of DAMA Poland Chapter. Privately athlete, musician and a bookworm.
Tiankai Feng
Data & AI Strategy Director @ Thoughtworks | Head of Marketing @ DAMA Germany
Tiankai is a data leader by day, a musician by night, and an optimist at heart. He is the author of "Humanizing Data Strategy", and is currently working as the Director for Data & AI Strategy at Thoughtworks. With 12+ years experiences in Data Analytics, Data Governance and Data Strategy, he found a passion for the human aspect of data: how to collaborate, communicate and be creative around data. He is passionate about making data more understood, approachable and fun through unconventional methods like music and memes.
Bartłomiej Graczyk
Chief Technology Architect
An expert with nearly twenty years of experience specializing in designing efficient, secure and scalable solutions, from data warehouses, through stream processing systems, to advanced analytical and machine learning platforms. As an experienced architect focuses on creating and implementing comprehensive strategies in the area of data and analytics closely related to the organization's business goals.Successfully built and developed Centers of Excellence in the area of data transformation, introducing data management standards, ensuring the quality and security of solutions, and overseeing the implementation of data architecture in leading organizations in the world. Actively tracks and evaluates new technologies, collaborating with solution providers and recommending innovative approaches to data and analytics.Experience confirmed with numerous industry certifications, including the title of MVP. A co-creator of educational platforms and an active participant in the data community, where as a leader and mentor supports the development of architects, engineers and data analysts, sharing expert knowledge and best practices in the field of modern data architecture.A promoter and supporter of remote work.Consciously separates professional and private time, spending free time away from technology
Miłosz Godzik
Senior Manager PwC Polska
Miłosz is a Cyber Security Manager in Cyber Security Technology Services team in PwC CEE (Central Eastern Europe). He has 14 years of experience in the areas of IT/OT/IoT Security and business development, expertise knowledge of security related standards (ISO, NIST, ISA, NIS), regulatory landscape and various methodologies. Miłosz has extensive experience in providing Cyber Security maturity assessments and building Cyber Security strategies and roadmaps aligned with business needs in various areas of IT/OT/IoT and Cloud environments for large-size companies in the following sectors: pharmaceutical, oil and gas, financial, telecommunications, energy, manufacturing, insurance and public.
Miłosz has a track record of successful engagements, working as Technical Project Manager and Enterprise Security Architect with international (i.e. Canada, Dubai, UK, Italy) and multicultural teams on various levels of stakeholders.
Konrad Hoszowski
Technical Account Manager at Ab Initio
Konrad has been professionally involved in the IT industry for over a dozen years. Co-creator of one of the first Machine to Machine cloud platforms. Architect of mobile payment systems implemented in Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, Thailand, and other countries. Currently at Ab Initio Polska, he is responsible for customer relations, recommendations, and technical solution planning.
Grzegorz Jabłoński
Lead Collibra Consultant at Murdio
Ekspert Data Governance z ponad 14-letnim doświadczeniem w pracy z danymi, który współpracował z czołowymi firmami z sektorów finansowego, farmaceutycznego i FMCG. Łączy solidne zaplecze techniczne (m.in. certyfikat "Collibra Ranger") z wiedza biznesowa (m.in. certyfikat "CDMP Master"), oraz praktycznym doświadczeniem – kierował projektami, w ramach których z powodzeniem wdrażano m.in. Data Marketplace’y, katalogi danych, procesy automatycznego pobierania metadanych oraz katalogi raportów. Wspiera organizacje zarówno we wdrażaniu Data Governance od podstaw, jak i w dalszym rozwijaniu już istniejących rozwiązań.
Frank Kadwell
VP Finance DAMA International
Frank earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Minnesota, USA, majoring in Computer Science. In 2008, Frank earned his Master of Science from Capella University, USA. Frank earned his PhD in Information Technology from Capella University, USA in 2019.Frank has over twenty-eight years of industry experience. Frank major area of expertise is in data engineering, analytics, and machine learning. Frank has helped companies take advantage of their competition through predictive and data analytics. Frank has been teaching for four years and his research focus is on algorithms, data privacy, and data security. Frank is passionate about teaching and helping students to achieve their greatest potential.
Veronika Kolářová
COO & Principal Consultant at Dawiso
Veronika has over 15 years of experience in data management, data governance, and business intelligence. As Chief Operating Officer at UD4D and Principal Consultant at Dawiso, she combines strategic leadership with deep technical expertise. Her background spans solution delivery, company operations, and consulting for major clients in finance and insurance. At DAMA Poland, she will share practical insights from real-world data governance implementations of Dawiso software.
Raiko Limmart
CEO & Co-founder at SelectZero
Experienced data professional with a strong background in data warehousing, solution architecture, and implementing data management processes. Proven track record in building data quality solutions, both in-house and as a vendor, helping organizations improve trust, compliance, and efficiency in their data ecosystems.
Łukasz Nienartowicz
Company Owner & DAMA PL member
For over 13 years, I have been advising and building data ecosystems and analytical solutions for industries such as retail, logistics, banking, insurance, automotive and the public sector. I am particularly fascinated by the area of quality, processing and analytics of client data. I specialize in advising clients on how to overcome their business challenges and develop their organizations with the help of data.
I founded Data by Example to pursue my two greatest professional passions: supporting my clients in building data-drven organizations and developing teams of data specialists in the unusual world of IT management.
Katarzyna Pawlowska-Jendrysiak
Data Governance Expert, Deloitte
Katarzyna is a seasoned expert in the field of Data Governance, with several years of experience in projects related to the implementation of new systems, processes, and product lines. She specializes in the implementation and development of Data Governance practices to enhance their maturity level, designing solutions for monitoring and measuring data quality, and transforming organizational culture towards a Data Driven approach. As part of her efforts, Katarzyna led a strategic program where cloud-based solutions were implemented, and Business Intelligence functionalities were enhanced.Her professional journey includes gaining valuable experience across financial sector such as insurance, banking, and debt collection, as well as the energy industry, where she executed various projects related to data governance. This diverse industry experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in effective data management, further solidifying her expertise in guiding organizations through digital transformation.
Stanisław Radomiński
Product Owner
Stanislaw has been active in the data governance space for over 3 years and working extensively with data catalogs. He helped various pharmaceutical companies and financial institutions design, develop and maintain proper metadata repositories (from POCs, through MVPs to final implementation and adoption).
Engineer by education, previously involved in robotics and consulting industries.
CDMP, experienced project manager, COO, academic teacher, trainer and public speaker, passionate about creating solutions that deliver real value.
Kamil Raróg
Chief Product & Technical Officer at Sofixit
Kamil Raróg is the Chief Product & Technical Officer (CPTO) at TelcoBrain Technologies Inc., where he is leading the transformation of network and cloud operations through the development of the industry's first cognitive platform. TelcoBrain’s mission is to redefine how telecom operators and industrial enterprises build, operate, and optimize digital infrastructure through AI-driven intelligence.
With over 15 years of experience at the intersection of AI, cloud-native systems, and advanced engineering, Kamil brings a unique blend of technical depth and product leadership. As CPTO, Kamil is responsible for shaping TelcoBrain’s product and technology vision, scaling its platform’s cognitive capabilities, and aligning innovation with the evolving needs of telecom and industrial customers worldwide. His leadership is central to the company’s effort to deliver AI-enhanced, techno-economic optimization across networks, cloud, and edge domains.
Piotr Siemieniuk
Data Governance Consultant at BitPeak
Piotr Siemieniuk is a Data Governance Consultant with over 15 years of experience in data management and data quality assurance. He currently leads enterprise-wide initiatives focused on strengthening data governance and cultivating a data-driven culture. His expertise lies in translating strategy into practice, particularly through the implementation of data catalogs, business glossaries, and data lineage frameworks. Piotr’s work emphasizes building a centralized knowledge base and increasing data awareness across business teams.
Jarosław Ślubowski
Information Development Leader in the Data Management Department, mBank
Information Development Leader in the Data Governance Department, mBank.
Jarek has been working at the bank since 1990, gaining experience in IT over the years by engaging in various IT-business projects. For the past decade, he has been involved in data governance and is currently the Information Development Leader in the Data Governance and Data Quality Development Division. He collaborates with auditors, develops regulations for data governance, and conducts training within the Data Academy. He is a mentor for department employees and a coordinator of Enterprise Data Stewards as well as an Area Data Steward for retail data. He also designs solutions for automated data quality monitoring, utilizing his technical knowledge and experience in business interactions.
Natalia Wasielewska
Director of Data Quality Management Department
BEST S.A. is one of the largest companies in the debt collection industry in Poland. The company is the parent of the BEST Capital Group, which actively invests in non-performing debt portfolios in Poland and Italy. In servicing debt portfolios we cooperate with banks, lending companies, telecommunication operators, power supply companies, and other mass service providers.
Paweł Zieliński
Head of Data & Analytics
Seasoned executive with over 20 years of international experience in finance, analytics, and digital transformation. Currently leading the Data & Analytics function at Dunapack Packaging (Prinzhorn Group), I specialize in driving information governance, monetizing data assets, and architecting digital ecosystems that enhance performance and competitive advantage.My career spans leadership roles across multinational organizations such as SCA Packaging and Amcor, where I’ve successfully implemented enterprise systems (SAP, Hyperion, MS Azure), led post-merger integrations, and transformed finance and business processes. I bring a unique blend of strategic vision, technical fluency, and operational excellence—backed by a strong foundation in financial management, data architecture, and process optimization.I’m passionate about building agile, information-driven organizations and empowering teams to turn data into actionable insights. Whether leading cross-functional initiatives or mentoring future leaders, I thrive at the intersection of business, technology, and transformation.