Overview

We are looking for sessions that cover Data and AI Architecture, as well as a variety of topics related including operations, data engineering, AI concept/features, data governance, security, enterprise topics related to data, and more. We are especially looking for sessions specific to the Microsoft Data Platform/MS Fabric though other platforms or themes around concepts are more than welcome.

All session levels are invited to submit as we have a very large and diverse member group. Speakers should be knowledgeable in the submitted session topic. New Speakers are encouraged to submit.

The Data and AI Architecture Group supports lifting up voices that may not always be heard and we ask that you please share this CFS with those you feel we need to hear more from. 

Session Exclusions

Currently, we are not accepting sponsor sessions. 

Sessions submitted by persons other than the speaker are prohibited. 

Session Format

Sessions typically run for 60 minutes, though it's not unheard of to run over. The speaker may determine the mode and time of Q&A inclusion. 

Session Levels

Beginner to Expert

Date\Times

Looking for speakers for 2026 to speak virtually at noon in the EDT time zone (speakers from other time zones are encouraged to still submit as long as that time works for you). Dates posted are currently tentative and may change due to speaker/organizer conflicts, though we try to stay true to the schedule as much as possible for consistency to our members. Please indicate the month(s) that you feel you will have availability as we like to have at least 1 speaker per month. Occasionally, we have guest spots available in addition to the listed data\times.

Additional

Sessions may be recorded and placed on our YouTube channel unless speaker requests otherwise. Speaker is always asked before the session and guests are notified. If circumstances change and speaker needs a video removed, we will honor the request. 

Please be sure to read our code of conduct in the about section of our home page: https://www.meetup.com/data-architecture-virtual-group/