Data governance continues to evolve as organizations strive to balance innovation, compliance, and trust in an era defined by AI. As data volumes grow and regulations expand, effective governance is no longer just about control—it’s about enabling transformation while maintaining integrity.
In this panel interview, Nigel Davison, Data Governance Lead at bp, and Donna Burbank, Managing Director at Global Data Strategy, will discuss the most important trends shaping data governance in 2026. You’ll learn how AI is reshaping governance practices, discover emerging best practices for data transformation, and gain insight into how forward-thinking organizations are redefining governance for agility and scale.
Presenter Bio
Nigel DavisonData Governance Lead at bp
Nigel runs data governance and tooling strategy for bp's Customer & Products team. He also manages the data fluency training initiatives. He has two decades of experience working in data, across analytics, consultancy, and governance.
Donna BurbankManaging Director at Global Data Strategy
Donna runs the data management consultancy, Global Data Strategy, where she helps organizations with data governance and data strategy. She has three decades of experience as a data consultant and product manager.
