Alabama Digital Government Summit 2025
Overview
The Alabama Digital Government Summit is an event that brings together public sector leaders and technology professionals to explore innovative solutions to solve government problems. Key themes include cybersecurity, digital transformation, AI implementation, data governance, and fostering collaboration across multiple stakeholders. Attendees will benefit from expert discussions, peer networking, and insights into the future of government technology. Join us and let’s improve the future of government together!
The power of meaningful collaboration, idea sharing, and networking simply cannot be overstated in today’s fast-paced world. This is true for any career field or industry, but especially so in state government information technology. IT professionals across all levels of state government must have opportunities to join together to exchange ideas, learn new strategies, and discuss shared challenges. This is why events like the Alabama Digital Government Summit are so important and impactful. The State of Alabama Office of Information Technology is proud to continue its partnership with Government Technology to present this exciting annual conference. I hope you will make plans to attend the 2025 Summit in Montgomery, Alabama on Thursday, November 13.
– Daniel Urquhart, Secretary of Information Technology, Chief Information Officer, State of Alabama
Embassy Suites by Hilton Montgomery
300 Tallapoosa Street
Montgomery, AL 36104
(757) 508-9889
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Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Terence Burke
Chief Information Officer, Computer Services Bureau
Department of Transportation
State of Alabama
Bryon Campbell, PhD
Chief Information Officer/Chief Information Security Officer
Madison County Commission
Madison County
Laura Howell Crowder
General Counsel
Office of Information Technology
State of Alabama
John Demas
Chief Information Officer
Department of Corrections
State of Alabama
Mark Dokas
Director of Information Technology
Alcoholic Beverage Control Board
State of Alabama
Matt Dyar
Information Technology Division Director
Department of Revenue
State of Alabama
Sara Fenn
Director of Technology
Jefferson County Schools
Willie Fields
Deputy Secretary
Office of Information Technology
State of Alabama
Beverly Floyd
Chief Information Officer
Rehabilitation Services
State of Alabama
Patrick Johnson
IT Director
City of Alabaster
Ram Kandula
Chief Information Officer
Department of Mental Health
State of Alabama
Scott Kearney
Chief Technology Officer
Information Technology
City of Mobile
Nikki Kerns
IT Director
Information Technology
City of Dothan
Taylor Nichols
General Counsel
Department of Finance
State of Alabama
Tony Porterfield
Director of Information Technology
City of Montgomery
Michael Powell
Chief Technology Officer
Montgomery Public Schools
Greg Price
Vice-Chancellor Information Technology
Office of Information Technology
Troy University
William Roberson
Assistant Bureau Chief, Computer Services Bureau
Department of Transportation
State of Alabama
Mark Skelton
Director, Technical Support
Department of Public Health
State of Alabama
Chad Smith
Chief Information Security Officer
Office of Information Technology
State of Alabama
Keisha Thomas
Information Technology Director
Alabama Administrative Office of Courts
State of Alabama
Lisa Townsend
Chief Information Officer
Department of Human Resources
State of Alabama
Aaron Tripi
Chief Information Officer
Law Enforcement Agency
State of Alabama
Daniel Urquhart
Secretary of Information Technology, Chief Information Officer
Office of Information Technology
State of Alabama
Mike Vanhook
Information Technology Chief
Department of Economic and Community Affairs
State of Alabama
Jeremy Ward
Director of Communications
Office of Information Technology
State of Alabama
Industry Representatives
Tony Godwin
Account Manager
Select Sales
C Spire
Brian Mccoun
Technology Sales Leader
IBM Corporation
Philip Robertson
Major Account Manager
Fortinet
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: November 13, 2025
Open to Public Sector only.
Registration - Free
If you represent a Private Sector organization and are interested in Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact Heather Earney.
This event is open to all individuals who meet the eligibility criteria, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, disability, or any other protected class. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants.
Contact Information
Need help registering, or have general event questions? Contact:
Sherri Tidwell
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1382
E-mail: stidwell@erepublic.com
Already a sponsor, but need a hand? Reach out to:
Mireya Gaton
Government Technology
A Division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 296-2617
E-mail: mgaton@erepublic.com
Want to sponsor and stand out? Reach out to explore opportunities!
Heather Earney
Government Technology
A Division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 365-2308
E-mail: heather.earney@erepublic.com