Peter Vennel

Global Head of Data Governance at Finastra

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Four priorities, mapped against profiled leaders

Vennel prioritizes scaling Data Governance using Generative and Agentic AI while maintaining human-in-the-loop oversight. He emphasizes data ethics and trust as competitive advantages over mere compliance constraints. His near-term strategies involve continuous

AI strategy

Intelligence-driven data quality practices

Data governance

Automating metadata discovery

And fostering an organizational culture that treats data as an accountable product.

Talent & culture

AI strategy Digital transformation Operational efficiency Analytics & decisions Talent & culture Growth & partnerships Data platforms Data governance Customer experience

Source: 734 CIO Vision leader profiles with at least one priority theme, from 742 leaders in the series. Share of those leaders in each theme; leaders may have multiple themes. Yellow marks Peter's saved themes.

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Atlanta, 2 Oct 2026

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Atlanta · 2 Oct 2026

09:40–10:00 ET · Vision Talk

The Vision Talk: Global Data Office: Looking inward through a progressive, AI-driven lens

As AI reshapes enterprise decision-making, the Global Data Office must evolve beyond traditional control and compliance. This executive presentation examines the progression from managing data as an asset to enabling data-driven decisions and delivering trusted data products. It explores how business strategy should guide Data and AI priorities, how human oversight must reflect decision risk, and how bounded autonomy can be introduced responsibly. Four practical use cases: Data Cataloging, Continuous Compliance, Data Quality and Trust, and the Data Marketplace, illustrate how organizations can reduce friction, strengthen trust, and connect governance to measurable business outcomes.

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Peter Vennel focuses on evolving the Global Data Office for the AI era

About

Peter is a transformational leader with more than 30 years of experience in both strategic and hands-on data management and governance. He has partnered closely with C-suite executives and external stakeholders to drive enterprise data initiatives. With a strong track record of building high-performing IT and business teams, managing vendor relationships, standardizing enterprise practices, and delivering cost-effective solutions, Peter has made significant contributions across industries such as fintech, consumer electronics, telecommunications, oil & gas, insurance, automotive, and risk management.He currently serves as Vice President for DAMA International and Global Head of Data Governance at Finastra, a global Fintech company operating in over 100 countries. He is also the Founding President and current Treasurer of DAMA Georgia, where he has been instrumental in advancing data-management and governance practices at the regional level. Additionally, Peter serves on the board of the Technology Association of Georgia’s Data Governance Society, contributing to the broader data-governance community through leadership and advocacy.Peter holds multiple industry certifications, including CIPM, CDMP, TOGAF, CBIP, and SSBBP. He is also a Collibra Certified Ranger and was recognized as Ranger of the Year in 2022.

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