DAMA-MN upcoming events

CDMP Condensed Study Group Fall 2026 (2026-08-31)

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT

CDMP® Fundamentals Study Group Fall 2026

DAMA-Minnesota is pleased to offer a CDMP® Fundamentals Condensed Study Group to support data professionals preparing for the Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) exam.

This condensed study group follows the DAMA-DMBOK® v2 and revised editions and is structured around the CDMP Fundamentals exam blueprint. Presentation material is self-studied and then group meets for a guided discussion and Q&A by experienced practitioners and CDMP credential holders.

The study group includes:

Weekly slide decks for you to self-study, focused on the most heavily weighted exam materials
Weekly discussion group for Q&A, exam tips, and practice questions
A structured, chapter-by-chapter approach aligned to exam weighting
A collaborative learning environment with peers across DAMA chapters

Schedule:

August 31 - October 5
Monday evenings, 6:00–7:30 PM Central Time
Pay-if-you-Pass Proctored Exam, October 7 @ DAMA Data Conference in Shoreview, MN

Exam registration and fees are managed separately through DAMA-International. Once again, we are authorized to offer the DAMA-International sponsored Pay-If-You-Pass CDMP fundamentals or any specialty exams. Sit for the exam at no cost. When you pass, pay the $300 fee and become officially certified. A score of 60% or great grants the Associate certificate and the CDMP title after your name; a score of 70% or great grants the person the Practitioner certification, and a score of 80% opens the door to the Data Master certification.

All study group sessions will be conducted virtually. You can take the exam in person on October 7 ($300) or online on your own timing ($311).

Who should attend:

First-time CDMP candidates
Practicing data management professionals seeking a structured refresher
DAMA members from Minnesota and partner chapters preparing for the October exam

Planning to Take a Specialty Exam?
If you’re preparing for a CDMP specialty exam, please coordinate with the CDMP Study Group Coordinator and register directly with the CDMP Support Team. They will help ensure the appropriate specialty exam is selected and made available for you on exam day.

Cost:
Free for DAMA members
$25 for non-members (reciprocity applies)

To learn more about certification and the CDMP exam Click here

Questions? Contact study-group@dama-mn.org.

September Chapter Meeting (2026-09-16)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:45:00 GMT

September Chapter Meeting

Securing AI: What Data Management Already Knows About Trust, Risk, and Governance

Connecting DAMA-DMBOK Data Security Ethics, and Governance for Trustworthy AI

AI is changing how organizations use data, make decisions, automate work, and deliver value. But the rapid adoption of generative AI, AI agents, GPT-based solutions, and increasingly connected AI ecosystems raises a fundamental question: Can we trust what these systems do with our data?

In this joint session, Bindu Channaveerappa introduces the Security, Ethics, and Governance framework she is preparing for the IRM UK Business Analysis Conference, while Terry Baresh connects those ideas to DAMA-DMBOK® Chapter 7, Data Security.

Although the DMBOK chapter 7 on Data Security predates today’s AI revolution, its core principles remain remarkably relevant: classification, confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, authorization, entitlement, least privilege, metadata, monitoring, auditability, accountability, and risk-based investment in security controls.

Together, Bindu and Terry will explore how business analysts and data management professionals can help organizations secure AI-enabled solutions, identify and prioritize risk, translate responsible-AI principles into practical controls, and ensure that innovation does not outpace governance.

Meeting Agenda:

•11:45 AM – 12:05 PM | Greetings, Chapter News & Community Updates

12:05 – 12:55 PM | Member Share Speaker

12:55 – 1:00 AM | Closing Announcements

Open to members and guests — all are welcome!

Hosted virtually via Zoom | Link Provided Day Before in Reminder Email

Oct 2026 DAMA Days MN Data Conference (2026-10-06)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

** $105 for conference registration **

** $65 for workshop add-on registration **

Standard pricing (Members)

** $165 for conference registration **

** $75 for workshops **

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DAMA-MN members receive early bird discounts. Join DAMA-MN, then log in before registering to see member ticket options.

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DATA GOVERNANCE.

DATA ANALYTICS.

DATA LITERACY.

DATA STRATEGY & LEADERSHIP.

Connecting you with data experts, data professionals, and data learning.

Day 1 Presentations

Keynote: Your Move, Boss: How Data Professionals Build Influence When Data is Not Enough
From 9 to 60: Building an AI & Data Governance Program from the Ground Up
Data Governance Without Drama: A Minimal Viable Approach that Works
Context Matters: Driving Value Across the Data Lifecycle with AI
CDMP Meets Fabric: Applying DAMA Principles in Modern Analytics Platform
Applying Product Thinking to Data Governance: A Case Study
Data Work is People Work; Establishing an Agency Data Strategy for Pragmatic Data Governance
The Data Domain Canvas
Rethinking "Data" Modeling

Day 2 Presentations

Enterprise Coherence: Making the Enterprise Work as One
Accessibility in Data Visualizations: Tips & Tricks
Deep Dive into the 10 Steps of Data Quality in Action
Asset Management Program Data Governance Framework
The Missing Blueprint: How Data Helped Us Discover How Our Business Actually Works
The Context Gap: Data Governance in the Age of Agentic AI
AI-Automated Data Governance: A Live Demo

Day 2 Workshops

Building a Live Data Quality Dashboard with Claude Code, Andrew Ahlfield
From Data to Decision: Communicating for Executive Action, Nicky Espinosa, Keynote
Data Quality Techniques, Dan Myers

DAMA Days Information

DAMA Days 2026 Exhibitor & Sponsorship Opportunities (2026-10-06)

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Exhibit Hall Vendors

Get in front of data professionals at DAMA Days 2026

The DAMA Days Exhibit Hall will be open October 6–7 at the Shoreview Community Center. Exhibitors can connect with more than 100 anticipated attendees representing data management, governance, architecture, analytics, education, recruiting, consulting, and related professional communities.

The $650 exhibitor registration includes one exhibit-hall table, chairs, and meals and refreshments, as well as a conference pass to attend presentations, for up to two registered exhibitor representatives on both conference days. Load-in instructions and event information will be emailed to the registered exhibitor contact before the event.

Want to increase your presence or market without attending? Sponsorship opportunities without exhibiting are also available.

Find more info at DAMA-MN - Exhibitors

Selecting more than one opportunity
Wild Apricot permits one exhibitor or sponsorship selection per registration. If your organization would like to extend your reach by purchasing more than one opportunity—for example, an exhibit table and a beverage station sponsorship—please complete and pay for each selection as a separate registration.

Questions or assistance with multiple registrations? Email events@dama-mn.org

Email exhibitor contact for more information: Email events@dama-mn.org