Florida IT Leadership Forum 2026
Overview
The Florida IT Leadership Forum is where tomorrow’s government leaders grow today.
This invitation-only gathering brings together state and local IT executives, emerging leaders, and visionary thinkers for candid conversations on the future of public-sector technology. Focused on leadership development, innovation, and strategy, the Forum goes beyond the tech to address the people, policies, and practices shaping digital government. Through peer exchange and practical sessions, participants gain the insights, relationships, and skills needed to lead their organizations and communities into the future.
Florida State Conference Center
555 W Pensacola Street
Tallahassee, FL 32306
(850) 644-3801
Florida State Conference Center
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Pura Ahler
Deputy Chief Information Officer
State of Florida
Andrew Bucior
Associate Director, Data & Analytics
Florida State University
Frances Cox
Data & Analytics Lead
Florida Department of Health
Rob Cryan
Chief Technology Officer
Florida Virtual School
Jeremy Daniell
Chief Information Officer
Florida Department of Elder Affairs
Richard Habgood
Chief Information Security Officer
Information Technology
FL Dept of Commerce
JB Holden
IT Cloud Services Manager
Florida Department of Children and Families
Dennis Hollingsworth
Chief Information Officer
Department of Environmental Protection
Kassandra Jefford
Cybersecurity Governance Risk & Compliance Lead
Florida Department of Children and Families
FL Department of Children and Families
Danny Nunez
Manager, AI Center of Excellence
AHCA
Kevin Seymour
Chief Information Security Officer
OIT
FL Dept of Corrections
Sam Smigiel
Chief of IT Infrastructure
DBPR
Matt Stolk
Chief Technology Officer
NWRDC / FSU
Michelle Taylor
Chief Information Officer
Leon County
Mike Turner
Chief Information Officer
Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
State of Florida
Industry Representatives
Dawn Miller
Client Director
State & Local Government
Microsoft
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: December 1, 2026
This is an invitation-only event, open to Public Sector only. For more information or to request an invitation, please contact Lauren Schoenberger.
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