FAQs

Q. What is DGIQ? And what is AIGov?

A.The Data Governance & Information Quality Conference (DGIQ) is the industry’s leading event dedicated entirely to Data Governance and Information Quality. AI Governance Conference (AIGov) is DATAVERSITY’s in-person event focused on the rapidly evolving world of AI Governance, including responsible AI, oversight, risk management, governance frameworks, and real-world implementation.

Together, DGIQ + AIGov brings these conversations into one place for four days of practical education, peer-to-peer learning, and honest discussions with the people doing this work every day.

Q. When and where will this event take place?

A. DGIQ East + AIGov will take place November 16-19, 2026, at the Omni Providence in Providence, Rhode Island. 

Q. Can you tell me more about the conference venue?

A. DGIQ + AIGov 2026 will be held at the Omni Providence Hotel in downtown Providence. T.F. Green Airport is a 15-20 minute drive, and the Amtrak station is a 10-minute walk. Direct Amtrak service connects Providence with Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. Flying into Boston? Take the MBTA Silver Line to South Station, then Amtrak or the MBTA Commuter Rail to Providence. Trains run hourly and take about 39 minutes. Providence in November is genuinely worth the trip beyond the conference.

WaterFire lights up the downtown rivers with bonfires and live music, Federal Hill's Italian neighborhood is one of the best dining destinations in New England, and Newport's Gilded Age mansions are a 30-minute drive down the coast. Block an extra day. You'll want it.

Q. What makes this event so special?

A. DATAVERSITY events are more than just regular business conferences – they’re an ongoing community and network of data professionals from across the globe. We continue to focus our events on educational programs that emphasize peer-to-peer learning through case studies, practical experience, and in-person networking.

Now, with DGIQ again joining forces with AIGov, we’re bringing even more insights and actionable strategies together for people just like you – those ready to take their data-driven organizations to the next level!

Q. Who attends? 

A. Good question! In terms of industries, every major sector of the economy is represented, though the largest industry groups are usually financial services, insurance, health care, online commerce, and government. The range of job titles and functions is also very diverse, including chief data officers, VP and director-level IT executives, data architects, analysts, auditors, and consultants. And increasingly, this DGIQ event attracts managers from “the business side,” who now make up almost 50% of the audience.

Q. How do I get to speak at the conference?

A. Most of the sessions are selected through a Call for Presentations (CFP) process at this link. 

Additionally, some sessions, such as Keynotes and Panels, are developed through specific invitations to the speakers. There are also some vendor speaking sessions that are identified on the program agenda as “sponsored.”

Q. How do I become a sponsor? 

A. Reach out to Shannon Kempe and download our event prospectus for more information on how to become a sponsor for this event. 

Q. How do I book a hotel room?

A. Learn about the hotel, parking, and transportation on our Travel Page. 

Q. What takes place each day?

A. We kick off with Half-Day Tutorials on Monday morning and afternoon (November 16).

The Conference Program (including Conference Sessions and Keynotes) takes place Tuesday-Wednesday (November 17-18). That is also when you can join our sponsors on the exhibit floor!

And we end the week with Full-Day Seminar taking place Thursday (November 19). 

Q. Does my registration include meals? 

A. Yes! Breakfast and lunch are included Monday through Thursday for your dates of registration. 

Q. Any recommendations for things to do while I’m in Providence?

A. Check out other must-see sights and activities on our Travel Page

Q. Will my registration include access to any recorded sessions?

A. All in-person registrants* receive access to DATAVERSITY Training Center's Essential Subscription for one year, which includes any sessions recorded at this event and previous face-to-face conference presentations + webinars, podcast episodes, product demos, case studies, and online conferences, as well as the complete catalog of “What Is…” on-demand courses, and all related insider content.

Essential Subscription access, including any videos recorded at this event, will be shared app. 2-3 weeks after the conference ends. 

*Applicable to all in-person registrations with the exception of the Exhibit Booth Pass registration option.

Q. What sessions will be recorded? 

A. We typically record Keynotes and many of the Conference Sessions and Product Sessions. We do not record longer-form content like Tutorials, Workshops, or Seminars. The number of tracks we'll record will be finalized in the coming months. 

Q. What if I can't attend in person? 

A. We offer three non-attendee subscription options via our Registration Page. These options include access to any sessions recorded at the event, so you can watch on demand in the comfort of your home or office! Subscription access will be shared via email app. 2-3 weeks after the event. 

Q. I received the offer of a paid attendee list. Is this a real offer?

A. If you receive a message offering access to an attendee list for any of our events, please be aware that this is not a genuine offer. The only organization with access to the list of event attendees is DATAVERSITY, and we do not sell or rent this list to anyone. Our recommendation is to report the email as junk or phishing and refrain from replying or clicking any of the links within the email. 

Q. What if my question wasn't answered above?

A. For registration questions, email registration@dataversity.net. For all other queries, email events@dataversity.net.