Data Masterclass & JoyData ThinkTank®
Data Masterclass: Strategy, Architecture, and Discussion on AI Transformation
A full-day program for Data & AI leaders. Two interactive workshop blocks on strategy and the context layer for AI, followed by an evening panel discussion and networking with peers.
DATE
16 September 2026
LOCATION
Joyful Craftsmen HUB
LANGUAGE
English
01 — Participation
Two ways to participate
Join for the full day of strategic work, or come only for the evening panel discussion and networking.
Full-Day Workshop
- Two 3-hour workshop blocks
- Morning strategy workshop
- Afternoon context layer and architecture workshop
- Panel discussion and networking included
- Limited capacity of approximately 20–30 participants
Early
bird
€590
Valid until
1 September 2026
Standard
price
€990
From 2 September
2026
JoyData community
price
€490
For JoyData community members only
COMING WITH YOUR TEAM?
Groups of 3 or more participants from the same company receive a 30% discount.
Panel Discussion & Networking
- Evening panel discussion
- Networking with Data & AI leaders
- Starts at 16:30
- Stand-alone evening participation available
For approved JoyData community members
Free
02 — Focus
What the day will focus on
01
Data & AI Strategy and Transformation
Identify strategic AI priorities, communicate them to the board, build internal alliances, and shape a transformation roadmap.
02
Context Layer and
Data Products for AI
How structured data, documents, metadata, and data products provide the context needed for AI and AI agent adoption.
03
Peer Discussion for
Data & AI Leaders
A facilitated environment for sharing experience, comparing approaches, and discussing challenges with peers.
03 — Agenda
The Journey Through the Day
1. Workshop Registration and Introduction | 8:30–9:00
Arrival, registration, and a short introduction to the day.
2. Data & AI Strategy and Transformation Roadmap | 9:00–12:00
The morning workshop will focus on strategic AI priorities, the AI board narrative, internal alliances, and the development of a transformation roadmap for Data & AI. Participants will explore how to lead the transformation actively rather than only react to technological change.
3. Break and Refreshments | 12:00–13:00
Time to recharge, continue conversations, and prepare for the afternoon session.
4. Context Layer and Data Products for AI | 13:00–16:00
The afternoon workshop will focus on the context layer and data products required to support successful AI and AI agent deployment. The session will explore how a product-oriented approach can help maintain the necessary quality across structured data, documents, and metadata.
5. Panel Registration and Introduction | 16:00–16:30
Arrival and registration for participants joining the evening program, followed by a short introduction to the panel discussion.
6. Panel Discussion | 16:30–17:30
An open expert discussion connecting the main themes of the day and creating space for shared experience, different perspectives, and further questions.
7. Networking | 17:30+
Continue the conversation informally with other Data & AI leaders and explore topics raised during the workshops and panel discussion.
04 — Audience
Who the event is for
Designed for senior people responsible for shaping Data & AI direction, capabilities, teams, and transformation within their organizations.
Head of Data & AI
CIO
CDO
AI Lead
BI lead
Digitalization Lead
Transformation Lead
Data Strategist
People responsible for leading Data or AI teams
05 — Coaches
meet the experts leading the day
full-day workshop coaches
CEO & Founder
– Data Masterclass –
Alexander has more than 15 years of experience leading data transformation in complex organizations. He helps Data & AI leaders turn strategy into lasting organizational change.
Lead Coach
– Data Masterclass –
Aleksejs specializes in data strategy, governance, and AI across international organizations. He focuses on data readiness, ownership, and developing high-impact data products.
Data Architect
Soňa is a data strategist specializing in data governance, data products, and data architecture. She also teaches data management and analytics at the Prague University of Economics and Business.
Data Strategist
– Joyful Craftsmen –
Jaroslav has more than 15 years of experience in data strategy and business intelligence. He helps Data & AI leaders shape strategies through mentoring, facilitation, and community knowledge sharing.
panel discussion host & guests
Data Strategist
– Joyful Craftsmen –
Jaroslav is a Data Strategist at Joyful Craftsmen with more than 15 years of experience in data and business intelligence. He helps Data & AI leaders shape and implement strategies built on Microsoft platforms, while supporting them through mentoring, facilitation, and community knowledge sharing.
CDO and AI & Innovation Lead
– Penta Hospitals CZ –
Jan is Chief Data Officer and AI & Innovation Lead at Penta Hospitals CZ, with more than 18 years of experience in analytics, machine learning, and data transformation. He leads the data team and drives a strong data culture, using data and AI to improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and quality of care.
AI Specialist
– Raiffeisenbank ČR –
Martin is an AI Specialist at Raiffeisenbank, where he leads a five-person team developing an AI Portal used by more than 2,500 employees each month. He makes AI practical and accessible through service design, internal communities, training, and workshops that help technical and non-technical colleagues integrate AI into their everyday work.
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