COVITS 2010

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(September 7 is evening only)

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"Information Technology is extremely important to the Commonwealth of Virginia and our effort to restructure and reform government operations. I encourage you to attend the 2010 Commonwealth of Virginia's Innovative Technology Symposium (COVITS), which is the state's preeminent forum for collaboration and participation in government technology. We look forward to seeing you there!"

- Bob McDonnell, Governor of Virginia

"Now more than ever governments are learning to change and transition into modern institutions. And to better succeed in this transition Virginia wants to hear from you. The Commonwealth of Virginia's Innovative Technology Symposium (COVITS) is the premier forum for collaboration and idea sharing in government technology. This is the time for technology professionals to join together to move the Commonwealth forward - you don't want to miss out! We look forward to seeing you at the 2010 COVITS!"

- Jim Duffey, Secretary of Technology of Virginia

“In these tough economic times, we have to find new ways to do things despite limited resources. Value proposition partnerships and collaborations have more value and momentum than ever!  COVITS is the ideal place for sharing ideas and lessons learned, and I always walk away with ideas, partners and new friends. I’m looking forward to another great conference in September. See you there!”

– Wanda Gibson, Chief Technology Officer, Fairfax County

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OPENING KEYNOTE

Aneesh Chopra, United States Chief Technology Officer

"Our mission is to assist the President in harnessing the power and potential of technology, data and innovation to transform the nation's economy and improve the lives of everyday Americans." – Aneesh Chopra.

The same can be said for all government IT personnel, though it may involve assisting a governor, mayor, administrator or dean. Still, it is the federal government that sets the tone and often blazes the trails for the public sector. This keynote address will provide a timely update on federal strategies, priorities and opportunities.

AFTERNOON KEYNOTE

Off Balance on Purpose

Dan Thurmon, Author and Peak Performance Coach

Life is an off balance proposition. Achieving balance – a perfect symmetry – is an unrealistic objective. You will never get there! Life is in constant motion, and priorities and resources change all the time. That’s why we need to embrace and initiate off balance moments in order to successfully engage life in all its aspects. In this dynamic keynote address, Dan Thurmon uses highly visual and creative means to demonstrate that “off balance” is how we learn, grow, excel and fully experience what is happening around us. It’s tough out there right now. The question is: Are you thrown off balance in response to your world or are you off balance on purpose?

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TOPICS WILL INCLUDE

• Emerging Wireless Technologies
• Bringing Clouds Down to Earth
• eDiscovery and Electronic Records Retention
• GIS Trends and Innovations
• The Security Gap
• Social Media Collaboration without Borders
• Next Generation Workforce
• Sponsor Roundtable
• Enterprise Application Trends
• Personal Devices in the Workplace
• Health-care Reform and IT

REGISTRATION

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Please note: Online registration for this event is now closed. Please register on-site. Thank you.

Government Registration - $75.00

CONTACT US

If you are interested in attending COVITS 2010, please contact Liese Brunner, Registration, 800.917.7732 ext. 1355.

If you are interested in sponsoring COVITS  2010, please contact Stacy Ward-Probst, Vice President of Sales, 916.932.1396.