State of Technology – California Industry Forum 2025 is the premier industry event focused on gov tech in the State of California. This half-day event brings together Center for Digital Government market analysts and key government leaders to unveil their forecasts on future initiatives impacting IT across the state. Designed for sales and marketing leaders, the Forum provides insights to help turbocharge business strategies and validate sales and marketing activities. Why attend?
Thursday, August 7 |
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12:30 pm Pacific |
Registration Check-in and NetworkingAtrium (Exhibit Area) |
1:00 pm Pacific |
Welcome and Opening RemarksGrand BallroomLiana Bailey-Crimmins, State Chief Information Officer and Director, Department of Technology, State of California |
1:15 pm Pacific |
California Budget BreakdownGrand BallroomJoseph Morris, Chief Innovation Officer, Center for Digital Government |
1:45 pm Pacific |
Partnering for Innovation: A Fireside Chat with Amy Tong and Jeffery MarinoGrand BallroomWhat does true innovation look like in the California public sector, and how can industry partners be part of it? In this candid conversation, Amy Tong, Senior Counselor to the Governor and Jefferey Marino, Director, Office of Data & Innovation, share how the state is rethinking procurement, embracing proofs of concept, and turning to private-sector partners as strategic advisors not just vendors. Learn how to align with the state’s innovation and efficiency agenda, navigate evolving priorities, and position itself as a partner solving real problems in real time. This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from a top state leader shaping the future of public-private collaboration in California. Moderator: Joseph Morris, Chief Innovation Officer, Center for Digital Government Jeffery Marino, Director, California Office of Data and Innovation Amy Tong, Senior Counselor to the Governor |
2:30 pm Pacific |
Networking BreakAtrium (Exhibit Area) |
3:00 pm Pacific |
The Cal-Secure Journey: Where We Are and Where We’re GoingGrand BallroomCalifornia’s cybersecurity strategy is evolving and so are the opportunities to support it. Join State Chief Information Security Officer Vitaliy Panych and department chiefs for an insider’s look at the Cal-Secure Security Roadmap. This panel will provide a candid progress update, a look at what's ahead, and clear guidance on where the state is focusing its cybersecurity investments. For industry partners, this is a must-attend session to understand how your solutions can align with the roadmap, support agency resilience, and play a role in securing California’s digital future. Ken Kojima, Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, State of California Robert Mayorga, Chief Security Officer, Franchise Tax Board, State of California Vitaliy Panych, Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Technology, State of California Jason Piccone, Deputy Director, Chief Information Officer, Department of Consumer Affairs, State of California |
3:45 pm Pacific |
Scaling AI in California: Strategy, Talent, and Trusted InnovationGrand BallroomAI is reshaping how California departments deliver services, manage data, and empower their workforce, but success depends on more than just technology. In this timely panel, state IT and data leaders will explore how they’re integrating AI into everyday operations with a focus on organizational change, workforce readiness, and responsible use. Learn how a clear data strategy, strong governance, and smart partnerships are driving meaningful transformation, and how industry can play a key role in surfacing impactful use cases, supporting upskilling efforts, and ensuring adoption sticks. This session is essential for any partner looking to align with the state’s evolving approach to AI. Kevin Cornish, Chief Information Officer, Covered California Ashish Jain, Chief Technology Officer, CalSTRS Jason Lally, State Chief Data Officer, Office of Data and Innovation, Government Operations Agency, State of California Stephenson Loveson, Chief Information Officer, CalPERS |
4:30 pm Pacific |
Networking ReceptionAtrium (Exhibit Area) |
5:15 pm Pacific |
End of EventEvent times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change. |
2200 Harvard Street
Sacramento, CA 95815
Registration Fee per person: $150 for members for Industry Insider — California, $250 for non-members*; $25 discount if registering by July 7, 2025
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