Hawaii Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Hawaii 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.
Aloha mai kākou! As technology advances, so too do the expectations of the communities we serve. The 2026 Hawaii Digital Government Summit presents a unique opportunity for state and local government leaders, technology professionals, and industry partners to gather, share ideas, and learn from each other. Together, we can explore practical solutions to today’s most pressing issues—from cybersecurity and digital service delivery to workforce development and emerging technologies like AI. The discussions and relationships formed during this summit will be instrumental in guiding our efforts to modernize government, ensuring our approaches remain secure, innovative, and focused on the needs of Hawai‘i’s people. I look forward to the collaboration and insights this year’s summit will inspire!
– Christine Maii Sakuda, Chief Information Officer, Office of Enterprise Technology Services, State of Hawaii
Sheraton Waikiki
2255 Kalakaua Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815
(808) 922-4422
Sheraton Waikiki
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Brandon Asuka
Executive Officer
Department of Law Enforcement
State of Hawaii
Arthur Buto
Statewide GIS Manager
Dept of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, Planning and Sustainable Devt
State of Hawaii
Rebecca Cai
Chief Data Officer
Office of Enterprise Technology Services
State of Hawaii
Darren Cantrill
Information Systems Manager
Department of Accounting and General Services
State of Hawaii
Brad Christ
VP for IT and Chief Information Officer
Information Technology Services
University of Hawaii
Kira Chuchom
Chief Data Officer
Office of the Mayor and Managing Director
City and County of Honolulu
Jimmie Collins
Branch Chief
Planning and Operations, Office of Homeland Security
State of Hawaii
Stephen Courtney
Deputy Director
Department of Information Technology
City and County of Honolulu
Brian Frey
Enterprise Program Manager
Office of Enterprise Technology Services
State of Hawaii
Dean Hazama
Deputy Director
Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs
State of Hawaii
Vince Hoang
Chief Information Security Officeer
Office of Enterprise Technology Services
State of Hawaii
Arnold Kishi
Senior Advisor
Office of Enterprise Technology Services
State of Hawaii
Tom Ku
IT Service Operations Officer
Office of Enterprise Technology Services
State of Hawaii
Lila Loos
Information Technology Manager
Dept of Land and Natural Resources
State of Hawaii
Brian McKee
Director and Chief Information Officer
Department of Information Technology
City and County of Honolulu
Guy Moriwaki
Director, Technology Services
Office of Hawaiian Affairs
State of Hawaii
Todd Omura
Information Technology Governance Manager
Office of Enterprise Technology Services
State of Hawaii
Anne Perreira‑Eustaquio
Administrator, Unemployment Insurance Division
Department of Labor and Industrial Relations
State of Hawaii
Antonio Querubin
Chief Information Officer
Department of Defense
State of Hawaii
Keith Regan
Acting Lt. Governor, Comptroller
Department of Accounting and General Services
State of Hawaii
Christine Maii Sakuda
Chief Information Officer
Office of Enterprise Technology Services
State of Hawaii
Del Sherman
IT Manager
Kauai County
Ryan Shimamura
Chief Information Officer
Department of Human Services
State of Hawaii
Meoh-Leng Silliman
Acting Comptroller, Deputy Comproller
Department of Accounting and General Services
State of Hawaii
Jussi Sipola
Senior IT Enterprise Architect
Office of Enterprise Technology Services
State of Hawaii
Trista Speer
Deputy Director
Department of Human Services
State of Hawaii
Corey Stone
IT Director
Department of Information Technology
County of Hawaii
Industry Representatives
Ivan Beraha
Partner, Senior Solution Architect
CGI Inc.
Haley Hanlon
Technology Sales Leader - State of Hawaii
IBM
Bill Kumagai
Interim Executive Director
Transform Hawaii Government
Dan Nagata
Government Account Manager
Enterprise/SLED
Hawaiian Telcom
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: September 16, 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:
Tabbie Pegoda
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1411
E-mail: tpegoda@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