The US private sector is likewise on the move. In December 2023, David Mathison organized the first-ever chief AI officer summit and is planning a second meeting on October 2.

I had the opportunity recently to speak with the man behind the CAIO Summit, David Mathison. We discussed the ideal background for an individual targeted for the CAIO role, the technology and business skills they should bring to the table, and the personal traits that add to a candidate’s likelihood of success.

“AI.gov late last month added the names of 57 chief AI officers (CAIOs) across the federal government. David Mathison, founder of the first Chief AI Officer Summit last year, said many are already C-suite agency executives who have been dual-hatted into the role — some are dual-hat CIO and CAIO; some of them are a […]

“For those looking to build their network and knowledge, consider these resources: Chief AI Officer Summit – The CDO Club’s second annual CAIO summit will be held October 2 (a day after its CDAO Summit) in Washington, D.C.”

“Along with that high-level understanding, a successful CAIO should possess technical expertise to pair with strategic vision and the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and teams, says David Mathison, CEO of the Chief AI Officer Summit, CDO Summit, and CDO Club.”