Qlik Expands Keynote Lineup for 2026 Conference as AI Operationalization Takes Center Stage
Event summary
- Qlik Connect 2026 will take place April 13–15, 2026 in Kissimmee, Florida.
- New keynote speakers include Jason Del Rey and Dr. Rumman Chowdhury.
- Event focuses on operationalizing AI with governance and transparency.
- Early bird registration ends February 20, 2026.
The big picture
Qlik's expanded conference program reflects the industry shift from AI novelty to operational necessity. As enterprises demand more accountability in their data workflows, the ability to govern and operationalize AI becomes a key differentiator. With 75% of Fortune 500 companies as customers, Qlik is positioning itself at the intersection of analytics and responsible AI deployment.
What we're watching
- Operationalization Pace
- How quickly enterprises will move from AI experimentation to scalable deployment with governance controls.
- Trust Metrics
- Whether Qlik can establish measurable standards for data reliability in AI workflows.
- Competitive Positioning
- The extent to which Qlik differentiates itself from broader analytics platforms in the AI governance space.