Connecticut Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Connecticut 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.
Technology shapes how we serve our residents, but with the rapid rise of AI, the pace of change has gone into overdrive. Whether you work in policy, operations, or IT, this is one topic we can’t afford to ignore. That’s why I invite you to join me and leaders from across the state at the 10th annual Connecticut Digital Government Summit. This year’s Summit is all about understanding what AI means for government today, and how we can use it responsibly to improve services, strengthen trust, and work smarter. You’ll hear from peers, explore new ideas, and maybe even leave with a few “why didn’t we think of that?” moments. Most importantly, you’ll be part of a community working together to shape the future of government in Connecticut. If you’re a business or technology leader in government, this is your moment to lean in. I hope you’ll join us in September for our 10th Annual CT Digital Gov’t Summit.
– Mark Raymond, Chief Information Officer, State of Connecticut
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd
Hartford, CT 06103
(860) 249-6000
Connecticut Convention Center
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Leigh Applebee
Director of Communications
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Valter Borges
Director, Information Systems
Department of Children and Families
State of Connecticut
Doug Casey
Executive Director
Commission for Education Technology
State of Connecticut
Jeff Corriveau
Deputy Director Digital Government Experience
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Irene Garcia
Deputy Director of Agency Success
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Scott Gaul
Chief Data Officer
Office of Policy and Management
State of Connecticut
Max Gigle
Program Manager, Connecticut Digital Service
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Michelle Gilman
Commissioner
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Alfredo Herrera
Geographic Information Officer
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Justin Hickey
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Ryan Kocsondy
Executive Director of Connecticut Education Network
IT Department
State of Connecticut
David Labbadia
Director of Enterprise Infrastructure
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Dawn Lavalle
Director
Division of Library Development
State of Connecticut
Gene Meltser
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Jared Morin
Information Technology Director
IT Depertment
Town of West Hartford
Chris Paulin
Military Information Technology
Department of the Military
State of Connecticut
Mike Pensiero
Chief Information Officer
IT Department
City of Stamford
Naveen Prathikantam
Customer Success Manager
Department of Administrative Services/BITS
State of Connecticut
Mark Raymond
Chief Information Officer
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Scott Roberts
Assistant Town Manager, Chief Information Officer, Emergency Management
Town of South Windsor
Scott Smith
Chief Information Officer
IT Department
City of Bristol & Bristol Public Schools
Prasant Tangirala
Chief Information Officer
City of Stamford
Ralph Valenzisi
Assistant Superintendent for Digital Learning & Innovation
Norwalk Public Schools
City of Norwalk
Alberto Vargas
Director of Information Technology
IT Department
Town of Westport
John Walshaw
Director of Infrastructure Services
Department of Administrative Services
State of Connecticut
Industry Representatives
Kiran Mantha
Principal
Deloitte
Natalie Schubert
Chief Executive Officer
Daida
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: September 2, 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