Arkansas Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Arkansas Digital Government Summit is where innovation meets impact!
Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges. From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results. Whether you're shaping strategy or implementing solutions, the Summit delivers valuable peer connections and actionable guidance to help move your mission forward.
Little Rock Marriott
3 Statehouse Plaza
Little Rock, AR 72201
501-906-4000
Little Rock Marriott
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Jim Carter
Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Information Officer
University of Arkansas, Little Rock
Clay Causey
Chief Information Officer
Department of Corrections
State of Arkansas
Jennifer Chilcoat
Director
Arkansas State Library, Department of Education
State of Arkansas
Jeff Dean
Chief Information Technology Officer
Bureau of Legislative Research
State of Arkansas
Allen Fitzgerald
Chief Information Officer
Department of Public Safety
State of Arkansas
Kim Gardner
Chief Information Officer
Department of Human Services
State of Arkansas
Jennifer Green
Chief Information Officer
Department of Agriculture
State of Arkansas
Fred Grigg
Chief Enterprise Architect
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Office of State Technology
State of Arkansas
Jay Harton
Director and Chief Technology Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Office of State Technology
State of Arkansas
Abdoul Kabaou
Chief Information Officer
Department of Information Technology
City of Little Rock
Keith Macedo
Chief of Staff
City of Fayetteville
Robert McGough
Chief Data Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Office of State Technology, ARDATA
State of Arkansas
Jeff Melton
Director of IT Services
Arkansas Municipal League
Brian Melton
Chief Information Officer
Department of the Military
State of Arkansas
John Menefee
Customer Account Manager
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Office of State Technology
State of Arkansas
Phillip Norton
Director, Information Technology
Public Employees Retirement System
State of Arkansas
Mark Rago
Chief Information Officer
Department of Finance and Administration
State of Arkansas
Jason Ratliff
Director
Information Services
City of Jonesboro
Heather Saco
Chief Enterprise Services Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Office of State Technology
State of Arkansas
Arijit Sarkar
CIO and Director
Information Systems, Department of Education
State of Arkansas
James Turner
CIO and Director
Information Technology
Benton County
Gary Vance
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Transformation and Shared Services, Office of State Technology
State of Arkansas
Jeff Winter
City/County Information Systems Director
City of Hot Springs Arkansas
City of Hot Springs/ Garland County
Industry Representatives
Blake Hall
Client Executive
IBM
Sanya Joseph
Principal
Boston Consulting Group
Christy Williams
General Manager
Tyler Technologies
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: October 13, 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:
Lauren Schoenberger
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1408
E-mail:lschoenberger@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