Darren Goonawardana
About
Darren Goonawardana, aka the “Cyborg CEO,” is a keynote speaker and Data & AI evangelist helping organizations unlock their AI superpowers and Lead with AI.
As co-founder of Collectiv—a Microsoft Fabric featured partner and top-tier consultancy for Fabric and Databricks—he leads one of the premier firms in the Microsoft Data & AI ecosystem, specializing in Power BI, Azure, Fabric, and enterprise planning.
With 30+ years of global experience building Data & AI companies across four continents, Darren is known for blending bold AI thinking with practical strategy.
A regular Microsoft World Tour speaker and host of the Cyborg CEO VideoPod, he explores how leaders can drive smarter decisions through generative AI, Fabric write-back, and intelligent planning. His sessions leave audiences informed, inspired, and ready to Lead with AI.
Sessions & Workshops
- Brewing Better Decisions for a Dunkin Donuts Franchisee with Microsoft Fabric — Wednesday 1:10 PM
Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/goonawardana/
- Twitter/X: https://x.com/thecyborgceo
- Blog: https://gocollectiv.com/blog/