Central Florida Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Central Florida 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.
On behalf of the City of Orlando, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2026 Central Florida Digital Government Summit. As we stand at the intersection of innovation and public service, our shared mission is clear: to harness technology in ways that make government more responsive, resilient, and ready for the future. Whether it's through more intelligent infrastructure, data-driven decision-making, or secure and seamless digital services, the interactions we will have will shape the communities of tomorrow. Let’s learn from one another, share our successes and setbacks, and leave here not only inspired, but empowered to lead change.
- Roberto Lopez, Chief Information Officer, City of Orlando
Marriott Orlando Downtown
400 West Livingston Street
Orlando, FL 32801
407-868-8686
Marriott Orlando Downtown
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Mike Alba
Director, Teaching & Learning
Department of Teaching and Learning
Seminole County Public Schools
Santiago Avila
Mayor
Mayor and City Commission
City of Deltona
Ben Bartlett
Director
County of Volusia, Florida
Thomas Beaver
IT Dept Head
Orange County Library System
Joneshia Bethea
Deputy Chief Information Officer
City of Orlando
Kevin Burns
Chief Information Officer/Director of Information Technology
City of Melbourne
Raymond Chase
CISO
City of Orlando
Carmen Crespo
Director
Finance
Orange County
Felix Escobar
IT Manager
Information Technology
Orange County Sheriff's Office
Stanley Fidge
Information Security Officer
Port of St. Lucie
Kendall Gow
Deputy Director of Human Resources
Human Resources
City of Altamonte Springs
Adnan Hameed
Deputy Chief Information Security Officer
Information Technology
University of Central Florida
Robert Karch
Director and Health Officer
Florida Department of Health in Orange County
FL Department of Health
Jason Kuhlman
Deputy CIO
City of Orlando
Roberto Lopez
Chief Information Officer
City of Orlando
Haifa Maamar
Director of Information Technology
Full Sail University
Rafael Mena
Chief Information Officer
Orange County
Tracy Mercer
Special Projects Director
Planning
Town of Dundee
Don Merritt
Director, Learning Resources
Office of Instructional Resources
University of Central Florida
Peter Miller
Chief Information Security Officer
Division of Information Systems & Services
Orange County
Kathleen Northey
Chief Information Officer
Tax Collector
Volusia County
Forest Pennington
Deputy IT Director
Information Technology
City of St. Cloud
Parsram Rajaram
City Director
City of Winter Park
Daniel Reis
CIO
County of Orange
Hossam Reziqa
Chief Information Officer
City of Daytona Beach
Brian Ross
Assistant Director
City Of Kissimmee
John Sember
Director, Strategic Planning and Analysis
City of Altamonte Springs
Alissa Torres
Chief Innovation & Emerging Technology Officer
Office of Orange County Mayor
Orange County
Veronica Valentin
Executive Assistant to the CIO
Information Systems and Services
Orange County
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: April 23, 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:
Jennifer Caldwell
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1345
E-mail: jcaldwell@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