Connecting digital leaders, shaping the future
CDO of the Year is the leading annual forum bringing together Chief Digital Officers, data executives and senior decision-makers from across Belgium.
Through keynote sessions, expert panels and strategic discussions, the event explores digital transformation, data governance, analytics and artificial intelligence, fostering collaboration and innovation across industries.
High-level in-person discussions, keynote presentations and thought leadership sessions with Chief Digital Officers and digital leaders from across Belgium.
Learn from influential speakers delivering insights on digital transformation, data strategy and innovation at the CDO of the Year event.
Exclusive networking opportunities and the prestigious CDO of the Year award celebration, bringing together leaders from the digital ecosystem.
DISCOVER THE PROGRAM OF THE EVENING
MEET THE JURY
The jury consists of the winners of the previous editions and many prominent personalities from the Belgian digitisation biotope. We are proud that they all want to participate.
President of the Jury is Luc Blyaert, Partner at De Straffe Mannen.
Johan Guelluy
CDO 2023
Luc Blyaert
De Straffe Mannen
Régis Roba
Sopra Steria BeLux
Marc Senterre
CDO Winner 2024
Bjorn Van Reet
CDO 2021
Bjorn Van de Velde
CDO Winner 2025
Koen De Witte
Mieke De Ketelaere
Sustainable, Ethical & Trustworthy AI

Participate at this event
Mark your calendar !
The CDO of the Year 2026 awards will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2026. This annual recognition celebrates visionary leaders who drive digital transformation and innovation within their organizations.
The event will take place at Brussels Docks Event Hall starting at 6:00 PM and will bring together some of the most influential digital leaders, visionaries, and innovators.
WHY IS THE CDO AWARD IMPORTANT?
We’ve asked some of our previous winners why.
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