Name: Massachusetts IT Leadership Forum 2026
Start: 2026-04-16T08:00
Location: Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center

Overview

The Massachusetts 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.

A message from our Keynote Speaker

Effective leadership is crucial in today's world of rapid digital transformation, and as public sector IT leaders we learn so much from one another. We're excited to continue our partnership in 2026 with GovTech to foster IT leadership collaboration across all levels of government in Massachusetts. By convening IT leadership from state and municipal agencies, we continuously build on the powerful partnerships that drive innovation, foster growth, and develop high-performing teams. I look forward to this collaborative opportunity on April 16 in Framingham, and look forward to connecting with all of you.

– Jason Snyder, Secretary, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, and Chief Information Officer of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Speakers

Ashlee Bellizia

Assistant Chief Information Officer, Department of Transitional Assistance, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Ashlee Bellizia is a dynamic technology leader currently serving as the Assistant Chief Information Officer at the Department of Transitional Assistance. With a proven track record in IT modernization and enterprise operations, she previously served as the GeniSys IT Director at ANF-IT, where she led transformative initiatives that strengthened system performance and service delivery. Ashlee has led two successful AWS cloud migrations and supported more than eight Tax Filing Seasons – experiences that reflect her steady leadership under pressure and her commitment to delivering results that matter. Known for her outgoing personality and authentic leadership style, Ashlee believes wholeheartedly that “you are only as good as the team you lead”.

Tanya Bruno

Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Tanya Bruno is the IT Chief Strategy and Operations Officer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EHS), celebrating 20 years of dedicated service to the Commonwealth, beginning her journey in the public sector in the Finance Department at the Department of Revenue (DOR), where she established a solid foundation in government financial management, fiscal accountability and oversight, stewarding over $26B in state tax revenues.
In a pivotal career transition, she shifted to IT during the implementation of DOR's tax system, serving as the finance lead, where she successfully bridged the gap between business and technology. Her experience continued to grow through various IT roles at Administration & Finance IT, ultimately becoming IT Director, leading the technology teams for both DOR’s Tax and Child Support applications portfolios.
Two years ago, Tanya joined the Executive Office of Health and Human Services as the IT Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, leveraging her diverse background to lead the Secretariat’s IT portfolio and capital program, mindfully focused on cost optimization and strategic budgeting. Her commitment to ensuring that technology effectively and efficiently supports EHS and its agencies is driven by a strong alignment with the organization’s business strategies and missions.
Tanya holds a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Suffolk University and is deeply motivated by a passion for public service. She is dedicated to enhancing the delivery of services to constituents and fostering innovation within the Commonwealth's IT landscape in collaboration with the businesses and programs it supports.

William Cole

Assistant Secretary of Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of MA Chief Technology Officer

With almost 30 years in the technology sector, more than 20 years with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (CoMA), 11 of which were with UMass Medical School, Bill brings a broad knowledge and depth of experience in large scale IT management, enterprise architecture, cloud computing, and organizational change management.
Serving as the Commonwealth’s Chief Technology Officer for the past 4 plus years, Bill and his team have led the Commonwealth through transformational change, including the migration of hundreds of government business applications to a cloud hosting environment, establishing a single citizen identity platform, and in leveraging technology to modernize how state agencies deliver services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of the Commonwealth. Bill has served in several capacities at the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security and its predecessor agencies, playing a leading role in emerging technologies, generative AI, and enterprise architecture initiatives.
Bill resides in Massachusetts with his wife, two kids, and his dog Daisy. When he’s not leading the charge of the CoMA’s technical transformation, you can find Bill racing mountain bikes and enjoying time with his family.

Jerry Conrad

Solution Engineer, Salesforce

Antoine Harrison

Secretariat Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Education, Commonwealth of Massachusetts    

Antoine Harrison is a nationally recognized Chief Information Officer with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of education, government, and technology. As the Secretariat CIO for the Massachusetts Executive Office of Education, Antoine spearheads statewide digital transformation initiatives that modernize the Commonwealth's infrastructure. His leadership is defined by a strategic focus on Artificial Intelligence, Data, and Security—leveraging emerging technologies to empower the educational community and improve the lives of residents throughout the Commonwealth.

Quimby Kaizer

Principal, KPMG 

Quimby is a Partner at KPMG with significant experience in leading transformative initiatives in both the education sector and government operations. As the National Education Sector Leader and Lead Account Partner for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, she specializes in tackling complex, transformative challenges that are often daunting to address. Her work focuses on bridging diverse disciplines and sectors to deliver impactful and measurable results.
Quimby’s passion for my work stems from a deep-seated belief in the power of education and informed governance to transform lives and uplift communities. By effectively merging disparate areas of expertise across industries, she facilitates solutions that not only address immediate organizational needs but also set the stage for long-term societal benefits. Grounded in core values of honesty, integrity, fairness, and excellence, she strives to exceed expectations in every project, delivering solutions that ensure sustainable growth and success.
She is committed to mentoring and empowering individuals, fostering environments that enhance lifelong learning and growth. This dedication extends beyond professional engagements; it is about building a legacy of opportunities and enabling environments where people can thrive and contribute to their communities meaningfully.
Her vision is to help clients adapt to modern challenges and become exemplars of innovation and opportunity in an ever-evolving world. Looking to the future, Quimby’s goal is to create opportunities that improve lives and enrich communities, making educational institutions, academic medical centers and governmental bodies leaders in innovation and opportunity. If you are seeking collaboration that combines deep industry insight with a commitment to effective change, she invites you connect and explore how you can make a lasting impact together.

Matthew Marsden

CISSP, Senior Director of Solutions Engineering, Federal, Palo Alto Networks

Matthew Marsden, CISSP, is the Sr. Director of Solutions Engineering, Federal at Palo Alto Networks, where he leads technical strategies to secure the U.S. public sector. A U.S. Navy Veteran with two decades of expertise, Matthew has held senior leadership roles at Tanium and Google, focusing on platformization, crypto-agility, and the secure deployment of AI.
He is a recognized thought leader in federal cybersecurity and previously served as a fellow for the Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology (ICIT). 

Anne McKenna

Director of Portfolio Management, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Anne McKenna is the Director of Portfolio Management at the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS) where she leads the Project Management Office (PMO) and IT Capital Planning Program teams. With wide ranging experience in companies large and small in both the private and public sectors, Anne has centered her focus on leading enterprise-scale portfolios, programs, and projects to deliver results that drive business transformation, process improvement, and customer satisfaction. Anne is passionate about leveraging strategic planning and cross-functional engagement to drive project prioritization to enable work to progress despite ever-present resource constraints. Anne holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Boston University and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).

Lindsey O'Connell

Director of Strategy, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Lindsey leads the Strategy Team at EOTSS, which partners with Executive Branch agencies to improve their operations and service delivery through discovery, research, technical strategy, procurement strategy, and more. Prior to joining the Commonwealth, Lindsey worked for the Government Performance Lab (GPL), a technical assistance organization that embedded her with the state of Rhode Island to improve take-up rates in family home visiting programs and implement a performance-management process for vendors delivering the Rhode Island Works program. Since getting her Master in Public Policy in 2017, Lindsey’s focus has been on improving government service delivery at the intersection of strategy, operations, technology, and procurement.

Ramon Garcia

Chief Information Officer, City of Chelsea 

Ramon Garcia currently serves as the Chief Information Officer for the City of Chelsea, Massachusetts, where he leads the City’s technology strategy, cybersecurity initiatives, and enterprise infrastructure that supports municipal operations and public safety services. With more than 30 years of experience in information technology, Garcia has built a career spanning state government, municipal government, and the private sector, bringing a comprehensive perspective on technology leadership, digital transformation, and cybersecurity in complex organizations.
As CIO, Garcia oversees the planning, implementation, and management of the City of Chelsea’s technology environment, including enterprise networks, cloud services, cybersecurity programs, telecommunications, and critical systems used by departments such as police, fire, public works, School and City administration. His work focuses on modernizing municipal infrastructure, improving digital services for residents, and strengthening the City’s cybersecurity posture while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
Prior to his municipal leadership role, Garcia held technology positions within Massachusetts state government, where he contributed to enterprise technology initiatives, infrastructure architecture, and systems modernization efforts supporting statewide operations across multiple Executive Branch Agencies. His experience at the state level provided deep insight into large-scale public sector IT governance, regulatory compliance, and cross-agency technology collaboration.
Garcia also brings significant private-sector technology experience, where he worked on enterprise infrastructure, systems engineering, and technology implementation projects for financial business environments. This background gives him a practical understanding of how private-sector innovation and operational efficiency can be applied within the public sector.
Throughout his career, Garcia has focused on bridging technology and public service, helping organizations leverage technology to improve operational efficiency, data security, and service delivery. His areas of expertise include municipal IT leadership, cybersecurity strategy, infrastructure modernization, Legal compliance, cloud adoption, and digital government transformation.

Thursday, April 16
8:00 am Eastern	Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area Grand Ballroom Foyer and Tara Ballroom
9:00 am Eastern	Opening Remarks Grand Ballroom Jason Snyder, Secretary of Technology, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
9:30 am Eastern	Keynote – Debrief to Win: Building Teams that Succeed in Disruption Grand Ballroom In times of turbulence and disruption, even the best teams can struggle to stay focused, aligned, and accountable. Overcoming these challenges requires a shift in mindset and the right leadership tools to create resilient, high-performing teams. Learn from a former U.S. Air Force Fighter Weapons School ("Top Gun") instructor how elite military teams succeed by centering on a shared mission, driving purpose, and embracing accountability as a path to growth, not blame. Walk away with actionable strategies and inspiring insights to help your teams thrive under pressure and achieve lasting success. Robert “Shark” Garland, Speaker, Author, Elite Fighter Pilot, Inventor, Vmax Group
10:30 am Eastern	Networking Break in the Exhibit Area Grand Ballroom Foyer and Tara Ballroom
10:55 am Eastern	Concurrent Sessions WORKSHOP - Future-Focused IT Strategy: Preparing for the Next (10:55 am – 12:25 pm) Sovereign Technology change is accelerating faster than planning cycles. This interactive workshop provides forward-looking insight into emerging technologies, trends, and risks – and what IT leaders should be preparing for now to stay ready, resilient, and relevant. Quimby Kaizer, Principal, KPMG Lindsey, O'Connell, Director of Strategy, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Michelle Vaughn, Assistant Secretary of Strategy and Planning, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts From Internships to Succession Planning: Growing Talent from Within (10:55 – 11:35 am) Venetian Workforce sustainability requires long-term planning. Learn creative approaches to internships, mentorship, higher-education partnerships, certification pathways, and succession planning—especially for municipalities with limited resources. Tim Curran, Chief Applications Officer, Executive Office of Education, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Jon Larson, Assistant Director, End User Services, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Collaboration at Scale: State, Local, and Regional Partnerships (10:55 – 11:35 am) Chamberlain No agency can do it alone. This session showcases successful state-local partnerships, and explores how shared ownership, collaboration, and regional approaches can deliver faster, more resilient outcomes. Moderator: Feng Yang, Chief Information Officer, Town of Brookline Antoine Harrison, Secretariat Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Education, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Susan Noyes, Director, Office of Municipal and School Technology, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
11:45 am Eastern	Concurrent Sessions Governance, Compliance, and What’s Coming Next (11:45 – 12:25pm) Venetian New requirements around accessibility, data, certifications, and technology governance are arriving faster than many agencies can track. This session highlights upcoming governance and compliance trends and the resources available to help leaders prepare. Optimizing the Business of Government Through Technology (11:45 – 12:25pm) Chamberlain Today’s IT leaders are central to improving how government works. This session explores how technology can drive efficiency, cost control, service delivery, and program outcomes by rethinking and redesigning existing services, not just maintaining them. Ashlee Bellizia, Assistant Chief Information Officer, Department of Transitional Assistance, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Ramon Garcia, Chief Information Officer, City of Chelsea
12:25 pm Eastern	Interactive Lunch Session Grand Ballroom
12:55 pm Eastern	Leading with Purpose: Motivating and Empowering Diversity Grand Ballroom Public-sector IT leaders must inspire and energize a workforce that spans generations, backgrounds, and abilities—while building a culture where people truly want to belong. This session delivers practical leadership strategies to spark motivation, elevate diverse perspectives, and build trust through mentorship, inclusive practices, and purpose-driven leadership that empowers teams to do their best work. Hear from a panel of accomplished women leaders in IT as they share how they’ve broken barriers, leveraged mentorship, and built diverse, high-performing teams—then continue the conversation through informal roundtable discussions focused on concrete actions you can take to foster acceptance, openness, and inclusion in your own organization.
1:15 pm Eastern	Short Break Please proceed to the concurrent sessions.
1:25 pm Eastern	Concurrent Sessions WORKSHOP - Storytelling for IT Leaders: Driving Change, Alignment, and Impact (1:25 – 2:55 pm) Sovereign Successful government IT leaders don’t just deliver technology - they win understanding, alignment, and trust. This interactive session shows how storytelling and clear communication help bridge the gap between IT, executives, and the business, turning complex ideas into compelling cases for change. Learn practical techniques to build consensus, strengthen collaboration, and move initiatives forward by connecting technology priorities to mission and community impact. Keith Raboin, Chief Data and Informatics Officer, Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Commonwealth of Massachusetts WORKSHOP - Leading Through Change: Balancing Innovation, Risk, and Priorities (1:25 – 2:55 pm) Venetian In today’s era of technology acceleration, IT leaders are expected to move fast – innovating while navigating risk, compliance, and limited resources. This interactive workshop dives into how to set clear priorities in times of rapid change, build adaptable and resilient organizations, and push past resistance to create an outcomes-driven culture that delivers results. Peter Murphy, Chief Information Officer, Office of the Comptroller, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Modern Cloud and Data Infrastructure: Strategy, Cost, and Collaboration (1:25 – 2:05 pm) Chamberlain Cloud adoption brings both opportunity and complexity. This session examines hybrid cloud realities, cost pressures, security considerations, workforce needs, and planning for ongoing maintenance and modernization. Attendees will also learn how collaboration and regional partnerships can help build more sustainable, resilient cloud and data strategies. Moderator: Tanya Bruno, Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Jerry Conrad, Solution Engineer, Salesforce Ashish Joshi, Deputy Chief Operating Officer of Hosting Services, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
2:15 pm Eastern	Concurrent Session AI Beyond the Hype: From Roadmaps to Real-World Use (2:15 – 2:55 pm) Chamberlain AI interest is high, but deployment remains challenging. Learn how IT leaders can build practical, software-agnostic AI roadmaps, identify deployable and approved solutions, and close the gap between vendor demos and real operational value. Moderator: Audrey Chen, Deputy CTO, AI and Emerging Technology, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Tom Caputo, Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Economic Development, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Matthew Marsden, CISSP, Senior Directo of Solutions Engineering, Federal, Palo Alto Networks Srilakshmi “Sri” Prasad, AI Engineering Manager & Applications Architect, Department of Transportation, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
2:55 pm Eastern	Networking Break in the Exhibit Area Grand Ballroom Foyer and Tara Ballroom
3:10 pm Eastern	General Session - Tech Trends The session explores Deloitte’s 17th annual Tech Trends report regarding five emerging technology trends anticipated to shape businesses and industries over the next 18-24 months. This year’s theme – AI moves from experimentation to impact – spotlights how AI is not only making headlines but driving real results and redefining industries. Whether you’re scaling AI across the enterprise, enabling physical AI through robotics, or rethinking infrastructure and organizational models, you’ll gain actionable insights on the trends driving real results and shaping the business landscape.
3:40 pm Eastern	General Session – The Leadership Challenge: A Public Sector Trivia Showdown Grand Ballroom Curious to see how your knowledge stacks up? Can you effectively collaborate under pressure? Back by popular demand, join Massachusetts IT leaders for a lively session featuring a team-based trivia game covering governance, policy, emerging tech, and today’s top government challenges. It’s not just about winning – it’s about networking, sharing insights, and maybe even learning something new. Whether you're building new connections or strengthening existing partnerships, this is your chance to engage, reflect, and have some fun. Are you ready to challenge yourself and lead your team to victory? William Cole, Assistant Secretary and Commonwealth Chief Technology Officer, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Anne McKenna, Director of Portfolio Management, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
4:00 pm Eastern	Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area Grand Ballroom Foyer and Tara Ballroom Network with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors.
4:30 pm Eastern	End of Conference Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.

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Advisory Board

Government Representatives

David Bedard
Chief Information Officer
Department of Transportation
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Eric Belford
Deputy Chief Information Officer - Digital Services
City of Cambridge

Erin Botelho
Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Health and Human Services
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Erica Bradshaw
Deputy Secretary
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Tom Caputo
Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Economic Development
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Donald Chamberlain
COO, Assistant Secretary for Security and Operations
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Adam Chapdelaine
Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer
Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA)

Bing Chen
Secretariat Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Veteran Services
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Thomas Cream
IT Director
Mass State Lottery Commission

Steven Duncan
Chief Information Officer
Judiciary
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Anthony Fantasia
Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Santiago Garces
Chief Information Officer
Department of Innovation and Technology
City of Boston

Ramon Garcia
Chief Information Officer
Information Technologies
City of Chelsea

Michael Hamel
Chief Information Officer
Department of Innovation & Technology
City of Worcester

Antoine Harrison
Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Education
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Robin Healey
Chief Information Officer
Executive Office for Administration and Finance
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Kerry Jordan
Chief of Staff
Innovation and Technology
City of Boston

Greg Martin
Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

David Mastronardi
Chief Innovation Officer
City of Woburn

Thomas Meier
Chief Information Officer
Office of the State Auditor
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Maria Michalski
Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Public Safety and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Michael Milligan
Vice President & Chief Information Officer
University of Massachusetts

Matthew Moran
Assistant Secretary and Chief Engagement Officer
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Peter Murphy
Chief Information Officer
Office of the Comptroller
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Thomas Myers
Chief Privacy Officer and General Counsel
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Anthony O'Neill
Chief Information Security Officer and Chief Risk Officer
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Devyn Paros
Chief Digital Officer
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Jorge Pazos
Director
Information Technology
City of Revere

Jessica Powers
Director of Internal Communications
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Cheri Rolfes
Chief of Staff
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Dan Sionkiewicz
Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Jason Snyder
Secretary & Commonwealth Chief Information Officer
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Michelle Vaughn
Assistant Secretary of Strategy and Planning
Executive Office of Technology Services and Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Feng Yang
Chief Information Officer
Information Technology Department
Town of Brookline

Industry Representatives

Mike Bird
Director - SLED Northeast
Zscaler

Quimby Kaizer
Commonwealth of MA Lead Account Partner, KPMG National Education Sector Leader
KPMG

Kiran Mantha
Principal
Deloitte

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Event Date: April 16, 2026

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Massachusetts IT Leadership Forum 2026

Overview

A message from our Keynote Speaker

Speakers

Ashlee Bellizia

Assistant Chief Information Officer, Department of Transitional Assistance, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Tanya Bruno

Chief Strategy and Operations Officer, Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

William Cole

Assistant Secretary of Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of MA Chief Technology Officer

Jerry Conrad

Solution Engineer, Salesforce

Antoine Harrison

Secretariat Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Education, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Quimby Kaizer

Principal, KPMG

Matthew Marsden

CISSP, Senior Director of Solutions Engineering, Federal, Palo Alto Networks

Anne McKenna

Director of Portfolio Management, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Lindsey O'Connell

Director of Strategy, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Ramon Garcia

Chief Information Officer, City of Chelsea

Agenda

Thursday, April 16

8:00 am Eastern

Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area

Grand Ballroom Foyer and Tara Ballroom

9:00 am Eastern

Opening Remarks

Grand Ballroom

9:30 am Eastern

Keynote – Debrief to Win: Building Teams that Succeed in Disruption

Grand Ballroom

10:30 am Eastern

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Grand Ballroom Foyer and Tara Ballroom

10:55 am Eastern

Concurrent Sessions

WORKSHOP - Future-Focused IT Strategy: Preparing for the Next (10:55 am – 12:25 pm)

Sovereign

From Internships to Succession Planning: Growing Talent from Within (10:55 – 11:35 am)

Venetian

Collaboration at Scale: State, Local, and Regional Partnerships (10:55 – 11:35 am)

Chamberlain

11:45 am Eastern

Concurrent Sessions

Governance, Compliance, and What’s Coming Next (11:45 – 12:25pm)

Venetian

Optimizing the Business of Government Through Technology (11:45 – 12:25pm)

Chamberlain

12:25 pm Eastern

Interactive Lunch Session

Grand Ballroom

12:55 pm Eastern

Leading with Purpose: Motivating and Empowering Diversity

Grand Ballroom

1:15 pm Eastern

Short Break

1:25 pm Eastern

Concurrent Sessions

WORKSHOP - Storytelling for IT Leaders: Driving Change, Alignment, and Impact (1:25 – 2:55 pm)

Sovereign

WORKSHOP - Leading Through Change: Balancing Innovation, Risk, and Priorities (1:25 – 2:55 pm)

Venetian

Modern Cloud and Data Infrastructure: Strategy, Cost, and Collaboration (1:25 – 2:05 pm)

Chamberlain

2:15 pm Eastern

Concurrent Session

AI Beyond the Hype: From Roadmaps to Real-World Use (2:15 – 2:55 pm)

Chamberlain

2:55 pm Eastern

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Grand Ballroom Foyer and Tara Ballroom

3:10 pm Eastern

General Session - Tech Trends

3:40 pm Eastern

General Session – The Leadership Challenge: A Public Sector Trivia Showdown

Grand Ballroom

Secretariat Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Education, Commonwealth of Massachusetts    

Principal, KPMG 

Chief Information Officer, City of Chelsea 