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Paragon Advisory Joins the EDM Council—Strengthening Our Commitment to Data Governance Excellence
A Major Step Forward in Advancing Trusted Data Management
We’re proud to announce that Paragon Advisory has officially joined the EDM Council, the leading global association advancing best practices in data management, analytics, and digital transformation.
This milestone reinforces our ongoing commitment to helping organizations build trusted, well-governed, and ethically managed data ecosystems—foundational elements in the age of AI and intelligent automation.
Why EDM Council Membership Matters
The EDM Council is home to a global network of financial institutions, technology firms, government agencies, and consulting organizations dedicated to improving the management and control of data as a strategic asset.
Through this membership, Paragon Advisory gains access to the Council’s rich ecosystem of industry frameworks, certifications, and collaboration opportunities, including:
DCAM® (Data Management Capability Assessment Model) – a globally recognized framework defining best practices for enterprise data management.
CDMC™ (Cloud Data Management Capabilities) – the industry standard for governing data in multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
A community of 350+ member organizations committed to advancing the global data management profession.
Joining this community allows Paragon Advisory to contribute our expertise while ensuring our clients benefit from the latest industry standards, research, and innovation in data governance and AI-driven analytics.
A Message from Our Leadership
“Our membership in the EDM Council reflects Paragon Advisory’s dedication to excellence in data governance and responsible AI adoption. We believe that collaboration with industry leaders and alignment with globally recognized frameworks like DCAM and CDMC enables us to deliver greater value, rigor, and trust to our clients.”— Ananeya Abebe, Managing Principal, Paragon Advisory
How This Strengthens Our Mission
At Paragon Advisory, we help organizations operationalize data governance, manage risk, and scale responsibly in a rapidly evolving regulatory and technological landscape.
As a member of the EDM Council, we will:
Engage in industry workgroups focused on data governance, AI, and digital ethics.
Integrate EDM Council frameworks into our consulting methodologies to enhance maturity assessments, data strategy roadmaps, and control frameworks.
Collaborate with peers to advance thought leadership and innovation in responsible data and AI governance.
About Paragon Advisory
Paragon Advisory is a boutique data governance and AI-risk consultancy helping regulated enterprises and mission-driven startups build trusted, resilient data foundations to lead in an AI-powered world.
Our consultants bring deep expertise across data strategy, governance, quality, privacy, and analytics modernization, enabling clients to transform data into a trusted business asset that powers decision-making and compliance.
Learn More
Read the official announcement on the EDM Council website:
Explore how Paragon Advisory can help your organization advance its data governance maturity at www.paragonadvisors.co