The Digital Government Summit brings together technology focused public-sector professionals with leading industry partners to connect on innovative approaches, get inspired and discover new technologies. Join us and let’s improve the future of government together!
This will be our 15th annual Arkansas Digital Government summit with Government Technology. We keep coming back because it’s an important gathering where IT leaders can collaborate, network, learn about industry partner services and stay up to date on new developments in public sector technology. I hope you’ll join us!- Jay Harton, Chief Operating Officer, Department of Information Systems, State of Arkansas
Tuesday, October 29 |
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8:00 am Central |
Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit AreaGrand Ballroom A/B Foyer |
9:00 am Central |
Opening RemarksGrand Ballroom A/B FoyerMike Rogers, Chief Workforce Officer, Office of Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Arkansas State Capitol |
9:20 am Central |
Keynote – The Age of Digital Disruption: Moving Forward, FasterGrand Ballroom A/BTechnology advancements continue to disrupt at a swifter pace than ever before. 2023 witnessed the impact of AI in all sectors, and this year the public sector is required to adapt and adopt at a speed unheard of in the past. For the rest of our careers, intelligence will be built into all devices, applications, and processes. This changes how we must think about the use of data and the integration of humans and machines. What are the crucial strategies for adapting to and maximizing the benefits of these advancements? This session will have you ready to move forward at high speed as it paints a vibrant picture showing how synthetic intelligence can amplify current systems and our workforce. Scott Klososky, Technologist, Futurist, Humanist, Author, and Consultant |
10:20 am Central |
Networking Break in the Exhibit AreaGrand Ballroom A/B Foyer |
10:50 am Central |
Concurrent SessionsThe Next Chapter in Cybersecurity ModernizationConway Room (Lower Level 2)Public Sector organizations face ever-evolving cyber threats that require proactive measures. How robust is your incident response plan? What future risks are on the horizon? In this session our panelists will outline practical steps to prepare your team, update your incident response plans, and foster resource sharing across agencies. Join us to discover how collaboration and strategic planning can fortify your organization and help modernize your cybersecurity strategy. Moderator: Sean McSpaden, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government Larry Flaxman, Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Human Services, State of Arkansas Grace Peck, Cyber Security Analyst, Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems, State of Arkansas Gary Vance, Chief Information Security Officer, State of Arkansas Leveraging Data InitiativesWhite Oak Room (Lower Level 2)Big data is a big issue, and we’ll cover the essentials of data privacy policies including retention, access, compliance, and transparency. How will the Arkansas Data Hub initiative support government entities? How will this legislative led initiative help constituents? In this session we’ll discuss best practices and new resources provided by the Data Hub, including cataloging, sharing, integration and protection. Moderator: James Turner, Director, Information Technology, Benton County Jeff Dean, Chief Information Officer, Department of Human Services, State of Arkansas Dan D’Orazio, Senior Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services Harsha Musunuru, Managing Director, Deloitte Consulting LLP Matthew Sparks, Technology Manager, Department of Transformation and Shared Services, State of Arkansas Embracing Trends and Challenges of Digital IdentityHarris Brake Room (Lower Level 2)Digital Identity is more than a tool, there are legal aspects and controls to consider. What is digital identity and what does it mean for cities and towns? How do you balance security needs with user friendly solutions? Our panel will delve into critical components while looking at use cases. We’ll discuss alignment of best practices with legal guidelines for effective governance. Moderator: Donnie Matthews, Chief Customer Relations Officer, Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems, State of Arkansas Charlie Collins, Commissioner of Revenue, Department of Finance and Administration, Revenue Division, State of Arkansas Rob Hicks, IT Enterprise IT Architect, Office of Information Technology, State of Arkansas Jeff Winter, City and County Information Systems Director, City of Hot Springs |
11:50 am Central |
LunchGrand Ballroom A/B |
12:50 pm Central |
Bits and Bytes – Procurement Reform StrategiesGrand Ballroom A/BThis session will dive into the need and plans for procurement reform in the state with a focus on IT acquisitions. We’ll learn about strategies to streamline procurement processes, enhance transparency and improve effectiveness. Moderator: Sean McSpaden, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government Abdoul Kabaou, Chief Information Officer, City of Little Rock Keith Macedo, Information Technology Director, City of Fayetteville Arkansas |
1:20 pm Central |
Short BreakPlease proceed to the concurrent sessions |
1:30 pm Central |
Concurrent SessionsNavigating AI Policy, Governance and Practical ImplementationConway Room (Lower Level 2)Leveraging AI for delivery of constituent services is a multifaceted topic. How does your organization balance automation with human expertise? How do developers ensure code quality and security in AI-driven systems? In this session, we’ll discuss AI policy and governance within the public sector. Our expert panel will investigate critical aspects of AI adoption including cybersecurity considerations, impact on code development, ethical questions, and budget implications. Moderator: Heather Saco, Chief Enterprise Services Officer, State of Arkansas Robert McGough, Chief Data Officer, Arkansas Department of Transformation & Shared Services, Division of Information Systems, State of Arkansas Elliot Flautt, Director, State Data Solutions, Tyler Technologies Mike Wyatt, Partner/Principal, Deloitte Empowering Your Workforce with Learning Paths and Skill DevelopmentWhite Oak Room (Lower Level 2)There’s no doubt that technology has a transformative impact on the workforce. Workforce enablement has multiple angles including upskilling and training. What’s the best way to align skill development with organizational goals? In this session we’ll discuss training methodologies, customized learning experiences, leveraging interactive content, along with nurturing a learning focused culture. We’ll explore the Arkansas Workforce Strategy, and the role technology will play. Moderator: Fred Grigg, Chief Enterprise Officer, Division of Information Systems, State of Arkansas Jennifer Chilcoat, Director, Arkansas State Library, A Division of the Arkansas Department of Education Stephanie Isaacs, Director, Office of Skills Development, Arkansas Department of Commerce Kristen Shryock, Chief Skills Strategy Officer, State Of Arkansas Exclusive Briefing for Industry PartnersHarris Brake Room (Lower Level 2)Hosted by Jay Harton, Chief Operating Officer, Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems, State of Arkansas |
2:30 pm Central |
Networking Break in the Exhibit AreaGrand Ballroom A/B Foyer |
3:00 pm Central |
General Session – The State of AI in GovTech: Exploring the FutureGrand Ballroom A/BPresented by the Center for Public Sector AI, this keynote presentation delves into the present status of Artificial Intelligence in the GovTech sector, offering a detailed examination of AI's applications within state and local governments. We will explore AI's potential future paths in GovTech, highlighting emerging trends and discussing how technology and policy leaders can prepare for AI's impact on service delivery. We will address starting points for AI implementation, stressing the importance of collaboration, ethical considerations, and equitable technology access. This forward-looking talk will equip attendees with a thorough understanding of AI's trajectory in GovTech, providing practical insights to effectively leverage AI for public sector innovation and advancement. Sean McSpaden, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government |
4:00 pm Central |
Networking Reception in the Exhibit AreaGrand Ballroom A/B FoyerNetwork with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors |
4:30 pm Central |
End of ConferenceConference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change. |
3 Statehouse Plaza
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 906-4000
Ken Anderson
Chief Information Officer
Department of Labor and Licensing
State of Arkansas
Clay Causey
Chief Customer Relations Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems
State of Arkansas
Jennifer Chilcoat
Director
Arkansas State Library, Department of Education
State of Arkansas
Jeff Dean
Chief Information Officer
Department of Human Services
State of Arkansas
Allen Fitzgerald
Chief Information Officer
Department of Public Safety
State of Arkansas
Larry Flaxman
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Human Services
State of Arkansas
Jay Harton
Chief Operating Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems
State of Arkansas
Abdoul Kabaou
Chief Information Officer
Department of Information Technology
City of Little Rock
Keith Macedo
Director
Information Technology
City of Fayetteville
Donnie Matthews
Chief Customer Relations Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems
State of Arkansas
Robert McGough
Chief Analytics Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems, ARDATA
State of Arkansas
Brian Melton
Chief Information Officer
Department of the Military
State of Arkansas
John Menefee
Customer Account Representative
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems
State of Arkansas
Missy Morehart
Chief Information Officer
Arkansas Department of Commerce
State of Arkansas
Phillip Norton
Director, Information Technology
Public Employees Retirement System
State of Arkansas
Rhonda Patterson
Chief Information Officer
Department of Correction
State of Arkansas
Dan Pearson
Chief Information Officer
Department of Environmental Quality
State of Arkansas
Jeffery Powell
Chief Information Officer
Department of Agriculture
State of Arkansas
Mark Rago
Chief Information Officer
Department of Finance and Administration
State of Arkansas
Jason Ratliff
Director
Information Services
City of Jonesboro
Arijit Sarkar
CIO and Director
Department of Education, Office of IT
State of Arkansas
James Turner
Director
Information Technology
Benton County
Gary Vance
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems
State of Arkansas
Jeff Winter
City/County Information Systems Director
City of Hot Springs Arkansas
Garland County
John Wright
Customer Account Representative
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Division of Information Systems
State of Arkansas
Christy Williams
General Manager
Tyler Technologies
Eric Wippo
Senior Account Manager
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
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