Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area

Opening Remarks

Robert Osmond, Chief Information Officer, Virginia Information Technologies Agency, Commonwealth of Virginia

The Honorable Lyn McDermid, Secretary of Administration, Commonwealth of Virginia

Keynote – The Age of Digital Disruption: Moving Forward, Faster

Technology 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

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Concurrent Sessions

Leading Transformative IT Projects: Strategies for Success

In today's fast-paced digital landscape, leading transformative IT initiatives successfully is crucial for driving innovation and maintaining a competitive edge. How do we engage efficiently with the correct stakeholders? Are there challenges or potential pitfalls that we should be aware of? What about known tools that could assist the team with timelines and action items? Join our expert panel of IT leaders who have done it – and gain valuable insights into getting tech projects across the finish line.

Managing Your Way Through the Cloud

Embracing the journey to the cloud amplifies efficiency, collaboration, and agility - but it’s not always an easy process. Working in complex multi-partner environments as well as understanding the financial implications of adoption can prove a challenge. What are the drivers of increased costs? What security concerns come along with data sovereignty, and can we keep up with compliance regulations? Should we be looking to incorporate a consumption model mindset as we look to improve our legacy systems? Join our expert panel as we dive into the intricacies of managing a cloud environment now and into the future.

IT to the Rescue! Solving Problems and Mitigating Risk through Technology

IT is here to serve the business and ensure it is equipped with the tools and solutions needed to solve its most demanding challenges. But how well do we understand the challenges and risks that keep our leaders up at night? How can IT be positioned as a true partner in solving problems and mitigating risks? In this session, we’ll hear from a panel of leaders from both business and IT to showcase the power of partnership.

Transforming Public Sector Services: The Future of Identity Management

In an era where digital transformation is reshaping government operations, effective identity management has become a cornerstone for ensuring secure and efficient public service delivery. This session delves into the latest trends in identity management within the public sector, with a particular focus on privacy concerns and the emerging one-stop portal approach.

Strategy, Planning and Budgeting – Oh My!

Navigating the complex landscape of budgeting in the public sector can be challenging, yet it offers invaluable opportunities to fund IT transformation. Understanding the landscape and tools available can be a seemingly daunting task. How should we approach funding, and should we think of that as it relates to our overall strategy? Join this session as we dive into the world of planning, scoping and approving projects and a comprehensive look at how a project is budgeted and funded – from start to finish.

Lunch

Lightning Talks: Commonwealth Updates

Topic #1: Modernizing Commonwealth Enterprise Infrastructure and Solutions

Robert Osmond, Chief Information Officer, Virginia Information Technologies Agency, Commonwealth of Virginia

Topic #2: Agency Transformation to the Cloud

Russell Accashian, Chief Information Officer, Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, Commonwealth of Virginia

Topic #3: Addressing Technical Debt and Vulnerabilities with Product Lines

Lynn Hadden, Chief Information Officer, Department of Transportation, Commonwealth of Virginia

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Concurrent Sessions

Safeguarding Virginia - Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges in the Commonwealth

As cyber threats continue to evolve and proliferate, Virginia faces unique challenges in protecting its digital infrastructure. But what does that REALLY mean in 2024? AI in the hands of bad actors can introduce new vulnerabilities, how are we using it to bolster defenses? How does an election year and the various global conflicts influence the threat landscape? Join our expert panel as we dive look at how we are keeping Virginians safe now and into the future.

Data Governance: Navigating the Present and Shaping the Future

In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and exponential data growth, organizations face unprecedented challenges and opportunities in managing and sharing data effectively. This session delves into the critical considerations and strategies for navigating the complex landscape of data governance and sharing - both now and into the future.

Embracing Agility in the Public Sector

In an era of rapid technological advancements and ever-changing public expectations, the need for agility in the public sector has never been more critical. This panel session, "Embracing Agility in the Public Sector," brings together leading experts and innovators to explore how government agencies and public institutions can adopt agile methodologies to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and service delivery.

Designing for All: The Future of the Constituent Experience

Often when we talk about user experience, the conversation focuses on ease-of-use. While making our products more accessible can make human-computer interactions more complicated, a well-designed, accessible system can understand enough about the user to personalize the experience and offer the least-restrictive option to meet that user’s needs. Join our expert panel as we dive into the intersection of human centered design and accessibility as we look to elevate the constituent experience for ALL.

Executive Briefing for Industry Partners

Hosted by: Robert Osmond, Chief Information Officer, Virginia Information Technologies Agency, Commonwealth of Virginia

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Featured Speaker – Have You Ever Jumped from an Airplane? (The Journey of Delivering a Complex Project in the Public Sector)

Saby Waraich, Chief Information Officer/Chief Information Security Officer, Clackamas Community College

Commonwealth Technology Awards

Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area

Network with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors.

End of Conference

Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.