Arizona CIO/CTO Forum 2026
Overview
Arizona’s premier gathering for K-12 IT leadership.
The Arizona CIO/CTO Forum is the go-to event for education technology leaders across the state. Tailored for the unique needs of Arizona’s K-12 IT community, this no-cost, high-impact forum delivers a full day of networking, leadership development, and peer-driven problem solving. Designed for CIOs, CTOs, and their teams, the event offers valuable insights on emerging technologies, operational challenges, and strategic planning. This event helps IT leaders strengthen infrastructure, support digital learning, and drive student success!
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
340 North 3rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-262-2500
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown
Advisory Board
Education Representatives
Jeff Billings
Director of Information Technology
Paradise Valley Unified School District
Brian Boone
Chief Information Officer
Deer Valley Unified School District
Mark Breen
Chief Technology Officer
Vail School District
Jon Castelhano
Executive Director of Technology
Gilbert Public Schools
Shaun Creighton
Director of Instructional Technology
Chandler Unified School District
Samantha Doyle
Assistant Director
Information Technology
Paradise Valley Unified School District
Dean Farar
Chief Information Officer
Yuma Union High School District #70 and Yuma Elementary School District #1
Pete Flocken
Director of Information Technology
Kyrene School District
Diana Hawari
Chief Information Officer
Dysart Unified School District
Julie Morgenthal
Chief Information Officer
ASU Preparatory Academy
Arizona State University
Elaine Murphy
Site Technology Coordinator
Vail School District
Jennifer Porter
President
AzTEA
Amy Remfrey
Executive Director, Technology and Logistics
Information Technology
Phoenix Union High School District
David Sanders
Chief Technology Officer
Mesa Public Schools
Mike Treguboff
Director of Network Operations
Peoria Unified School District
Nan Williams
Director of Technology Services
Balsz School District
Heather Ziegler
Assistant Director of Learning, Technology, & Innovation
Flagstaff Unified School District
Industry Representatives
Jerod Adkins
Account Manager
ANM
Ryan Christensen
K12 West Manager
CDWG
Tulli Manross
Market Leader
Insight Public Sector
Norman Ruiz
Education Technology Manager
Extron
Lee Williams
Director of Instructional Technology
ClassLink
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: November 5, 2026
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:
Timiko Watkins
Center for Digital Government
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1314
E-mail: twatkins@erepublic.com
Already a sponsor, but need a hand? Reach out to:
Mireya Gaton
Center for Digital Government
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
Center for Digital Government
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 365-2308
E-mail: heather.earney@erepublic.com