Summit about – Public Service Data.AI

London, United Kingdom

14 October 2026

Data is fundamental to the work of modern government. To support civil servants in maximising the value of the data they collect, and in harnessing its potential to drive developments in areas such as artificial intelligence, Global Government Forum is convening a by-invitation-only Data Summit, bringing together data and digital leaders from across the world.

This exclusive event features roundtable discussions designed to foster open, in-depth dialogue on overcoming key challenges and sharing global best practice. Developed in partnership with public servants internationally, the summit will explore how data can power the government of the future, focusing on the skills, capabilities, governance, and standards needed to ensure effective, ethical, and impactful data use.

Discussions will also examine how governments are leveraging data to improve policy outcomes and unlock the benefits of artificial intelligence, offering participants valuable insights into enabling smarter, more responsive public services.

Through closed-door, invite-only discussions, the Summit will explore:

AI data governance and regulations
Using data to improve delivery and democratic trust
Building and sustaining digital and data capability and talent
Improving data sharing in government
Data sovereignty

How it works?

A Senior-Level Experience

The Data Summit brings together senior global government data leaders to discuss the key elements of government data usage in greater depth.

Chatham House Rule

These sessions are held under the Chatham House Rule to allow for frank and in-depth discussion of how to lead the implementation of transformation in government.

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2025 Event Overview

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ATTENDING NATIONAL AND DEPARTMENTAL DIGITAL LEADERS

UK DEPARTMENTS, AGENCIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCILS REPRESENTED

COUNTRIES REPRESENTED

Christopher Griffin

Chief Architect National Armaments Directorate Group, Ministry of Defence, United Kingdom

Christopher Griffin is a Chief Architect within the UK Ministry of Defence’s National Armaments Director Group, where he provides strategic leadership for the architecture, governance and evolution of complex digital, data and information capabilities supporting Defence operations and Enterprise services.

With over fifteen years of experience spanning engineering, operational delivery, service management, enterprise architecture, data exploitation and digital transformation, Chris has worked across land, maritime, air and joint environments, delivering technology capabilities that support both deployed operations and enterprise-scale organisations.

His expertise includes enterprise architecture, data governance, information management, digital transformation and technology design and assurance. Throughout his career, he has championed the use of data as a strategic asset, helping organisations establish governance frameworks, architectural standards and operating models that enable secure data sharing, exploitation and evidence-based decision making. His work has focused on creating the conditions for operational data advantage by ensuring information is trusted, accessible, interoperable and actionable across complex organisational boundaries.

Chris has led the design and assurance of large-scale information systems and digital services, bringing together technology, data, security and business stakeholders to deliver sustainable transformation. He is particularly interested in the challenges of balancing innovation, governance and operational effectiveness, and in helping organisations unlock greater value from their data through modern architectures, effective stewardship and proportionate governance.

A graduate of the Advanced Command and Staff Course, Chris holds a Master’s degree in Defence Studies and is a Chartered Manager. He is a regular contributor to strategic discussions on digital transformation, enterprise architecture, data governance and the future use of information and AI-enabled capabilities across government.

Richard Henderson

Assistant Deputy Minister and Corporate Chief Information Officer, Government of Alberta, Canada

Richard Henderson is Assistant Deputy Minister and Corporate Chief Information Officer for the Government of Alberta, where he leads enterprise technology strategy, digital transformation, and IT operations across one of Canada’s largest and most complex public sector environments. In this role, he is responsible for enabling secure, reliable, and scalable digital services that support government programs and improve service delivery for Albertans.

Prior to joining the Government of Alberta, Richard served as Chief Information Security Officer for Alberta Health Services, overseeing cybersecurity strategy and operations for one of the largest integrated healthcare environments in the world. His leadership experience spans enterprise technology modernization, cybersecurity operations, digital resilience, and large-scale public sector transformation.

Richard is a strong advocate for practical and responsible AI adoption within government. Under Alberta’s leadership, the province is emerging as the national leader in AI enablement across the public service, advancing the use of artificial intelligence to improve operational efficiency, support evidence-based decision-making, strengthen cybersecurity capabilities, and enhance citizen services at scale. His work emphasizes the responsible integration of emerging technologies while maintaining public trust, security, and transparency.

A recognized technology leader, Richard frequently speaks on topics including digital government, AI adoption, cyber resilience, and public sector innovation. He is committed to building high-performing teams, fostering cross-jurisdictional collaboration, and helping shape the future of modern public service delivery in Canada.

Sessions featuring Richard Henderson:

Building a more resilient and cyber secure state with AI

Making AI work: Moving from pilots to practice

London, United Kingdom

14 October 2026

How it works?

A Senior-Level Experience

Chatham House Rule

2026 Data Summit Knowledge Partners:

2025 Event Overview

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