Name: Massachusetts IT Leadership Forum 2025
Start: 2025-05-21T08:00
Location: Westin Waltham Boston

Overview

The IT Leadership Forum is a premier event designed for current and emerging public sector IT leaders to explore technological advancements that drive government innovation. The forum emphasizes leadership development, offering participants valuable opportunities to enhance their professional skills, engage in peer networking, and collaborate on strategies to improve public services through technology. This invitation-only event provides a space for leaders to collaborate while addressing the most important policy, management and leadership issues surrounding the future of digital government. Contact us if you’d like to join the conversation!

A message from our Keynote Speaker

The ability to lead effectively is essential in an age where digital transformation is ongoing. We are thrilled to partner once again with Government Technology to offer this opportunity to inspire and assist IT leaders from all areas of government in Massachusetts to drive growth and build successful teams. I look forward to seeing everyone on May 21.

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

Speakers

Anton Gunn

Keynote Speaker, Best-selling Author, Former Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama

Anton Gunn elevates organizations through his innovative insights on leadership and workplace culture. With a distinguished career spanning college sports, healthcare, public service, and executive leadership, Anton is highly sought-after as a strategic advisor. As a former senior advisor to President Barack Obama and C-level healthcare executive, he delivers game-changing strategies that help audiences and organizations build exceptional leaders and unstoppable teams. A trailblazer from the start, Anton made history as the first African American elected to the South Carolina Legislature from his district. He also became the youngest CEO of a statewide nonprofit advocacy organization. His meteoric rise in healthcare leadership earned him recognition as one of the Ten Most Influential Minority Executives in Healthcare. His 25 years of service as Board Director and the current Chairman of the Columbia Metropolitan Airport Commission underscores his strategic leadership and corporate governance expertise. With his unique ability to combine academic rigor with real-world experience, global organizations like Pfizer, KPMG, Microsoft, T-Mobile, SHRM, HCA Healthcare, and Mercedes-Benz Vans turn to Anton for his motivating insights on leadership, organizational culture, and inclusion strategy. His keynote presentations combine magnetic stage presence with profound wisdom and unforgettable storytelling, leaving audiences both inspired and equipped with actionable solutions that drive measurable results. As a member of the prestigious Aspen Global Leadership Network and former Harvard University Resident Fellow, Anton's thought leadership reaches millions through his bestselling books, proprietary research, and features in major media outlets such as Forbes, Inc., TIME, The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, NPR, CNN, and Good Morning America. When he's not transforming workplace cultures, Anton Gunn moonlights as an 80s and 90s hip-hop historian with a music and memorabilia collection that would make DJ Jazzy Jeff jealous.

William Cole

Chief Technology Officer, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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.

Jeff Cratty

Vice President, Cloud and Innovation, Blue Mantis

As Vice President, Cloud and Innovation, Jeff is responsible for developing the strategy and direction for Blue Mantis’ Advanced Technology practice. Deeply passionate about solving problems for and with his clients, Jeff is currently focused on applying generative AI solutions, including Microsoft CoPilot, to accelerate positive business outcomes as part of an overall IT modernization strategy. Formerly, Jeff served in leadership positions at SS&C Exe, Abacus Insights, and Veracode, in addition to holding senior technical roles at RSA and Visa.  With over 20 years of experience in multiple technology practices, Jeff has designed, developed, and managed technology solutions and products for some of the most world’s recognized brands. Jeff holds a B.S. in Computer Science from St. Edward’s University in Austin, Texas.

Borana Hajnaj

Director of Contract Management & Special Counsel, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Borana Hajnaj is the Director of Contract Management & Special Counsel at the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, where she leads a team of attorneys responsible for negotiating a wide range of information technology agreements, including enterprise software agreements, master services agreements, large IT project implementations, and IT infrastructure contracts.
For the past 11 years, Borana has worked as a government attorney in various capacities. She began her career practicing labor law, where she negotiated collective bargaining agreements for sworn and civilian unions, represented the Boston Police Department and the City of Boston in arbitrations and mediations, and negotiated new policies and changes with the unions.
Over the last 8 years, Borana has specialized in government technology contracting. Her journey has led her from the Office of the General Counsel at the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS), the largest secretariat of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, to the Office of Contract Management at the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS), the lead enterprise technology organization for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Borana earned her Juris Doctor from Suffolk University School of Law, a Master of Science in International Relations from Suffolk University, and a Bachelor's degree with dual majors in European Studies and Political Science from the American University in Bulgaria.

Cheryl Hamilton

Founder/Executive Director, Stellar Story Company

Cheryl Hamilton is the Executive Director of Stellar Story Company, a Boston-based business that helps people and institutions deliver extraordinary stories and unforgettable events that lead to meaningful change. Stellar's clients range from small nonprofits to Fortune 500 companies. Cheryl is an award-winning storytelling coach who has worked with over 1,500 people from 80 countries. She created the popular Suitcase Stories® series and directed curation and coaching for the national media program Stories from the Stage on PBS for eight years.

Antoine Harrison

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

Antoine Harrison is a nationally recognized CIO with over 20 years of experience driving innovation across education, government, and technology. As Secretariat Chief Information Officer at the Massachusetts Executive Office of Education, he leads statewide digital transformation efforts focused on enhancing educational outcomes and access.
Antoine’s career spans early education, higher education, workforce development, and government. Previously, he served as Deputy CIO at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he provided guidance to senior leadership on enterprise applications, data strategy, and infrastructure.
His work has impacted over 200 colleges worldwide and earned him national recognition, including features in Toggle, Government Technology, and Educause. He was recognized as New York State’s “Outstanding Technology Leader”, 40 under 40 for the Capital District, and received the “Excellence in Service” award at the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s AI Showcase. Additionally, he contributed to the Governor's AI Task Force working group on Education and Workforce Development.
Antoine Harrison continues to inspire innovation in educational technology, elevating organizations to deliver meaningful, equitable experiences across the state of Massachusetts for all students and residents.

Robin Healey

Secretariat Chief Information Officer of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Executive Office for Administration and Finance.

Robin leads a team of 200+ IT professionals, supporting the IT needs of numerous government agencies, boards, and commissions. Her goal is to deliver business value to her organization through the use of technology. Prior to her time at Administration and Finance, Robin was the Chief Information Officer for the Massachusetts State Treasury. Robin also spent many years in the private sector, serving as manager and software engineer in MathWorks, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, and Hewlett Packard, as well as adjunct faculty member at Northeastern University, teaching Computer Science classes.

Samuel John

Sr Director of IT – App Ops, Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Samuel John serves as the Senior Director of IT within the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. Directing the application operations team and partnering with key stakeholders to develop, enhance and supports business critical applications utilized by the RMV, Highway, and Planning and Enterprise Services at MassDOT. Samuel excels at leading cross-functional teams to optimize technology and drive business outcomes.
Samuel has over fifteen years of experience leading complex projects, building teams, and operational capabilities to support the vision of organizations and their leaders. Balancing risk and innovation and leading in an evolving technical landscape has been a strategic focus during his time in both private and public sector. He has been a technology executive with MassDOT for seven years. Samuel holds degrees in project management, business administration and leadership. Antoine Harrison, Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Education, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Antoine Harrison is a nationally recognized CIO with over 20 years of experience driving innovation across education, government, and technology. As Secretariat Chief Information Officer at the Massachusetts Executive Office of Education, he leads statewide digital transformation efforts focused on enhancing educational outcomes and access.
Antoine’s career spans early education, higher education, workforce development, and government. Previously, he served as Deputy CIO at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he provided guidance to senior leadership on enterprise applications, data strategy, and infrastructure.
His work has impacted over 200 colleges worldwide and earned him national recognition, including features in Toggle, Government Technology, and Educause. He was recognized as New York State’s “Outstanding Technology Leader”, 40 under 40 for the Capital District, and received the “Excellence in Service” award at the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s AI Showcase. Additionally, he contributed to the Governor's AI Task Force working group on Education and Workforce Development.
Antoine Harrison continues to inspire innovation in educational technology, elevating organizations to deliver meaningful, equitable experiences across the state of Massachusetts for all students and residents.

Quimby Kaizer

C Commonwealth of MA Lead Account Partner, KPMG National Education Sector Leader, KPMG LLP

Greg Martin

Secretariat CIO, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Greg Martin is the Chief Information Officer for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. Greg’s large IT team is responsible for all technology investments and operations for EOEEA and its agencies, including the Departments of Conservation & Recreation, Energy Resources, Agricultural Resources, Fish and Game, Public Utilities, and Environmental Protection, plus the Massachusetts Environmental Police and offices managing environmental policy, water resources & infrastructure, toxics use, coastal zones, and more.  Greg’s 18-year career with the Commonwealth also includes extensive work at the Executive Office of Health and Human Services where he managed EOHHS’s voice and data networks, enterprise mobility, collaboration technologies, server projects, e-discovery, and a variety of other operations and infrastructure technologies. As a former Captain in the United States Air Force, Greg learned to lead, collaborate, and manage multifunctional teams and projects in locations all around the world.

MaryBeth Martinez

Deputy HR Director, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Samantha Sendrowski

Director of IT Administration, City of Worcester

Sam (she/her/hers) currently serves as the Director of IT Administration in the City of Worcester’s Department of Innovation & Technology. In this role she oversees the day-to-day administration, finance, policy strategy and processes for the department, including implementing ITIL best practices. She is passionate about enabling people to be more productive and collaborative through technology. Before joining the City, Sam worked in multiple industries in the private sector with a focus on engagement and adoption, and strategic planning. Sam earned a Masters in Corporate and Organizational Communications, and a B.A. in Business Administration with concentrations in Management Information Systems and Marketing from Northeastern University.

Matt Whitten

Chief Information Security Officer, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Matt Whitten is the Chief Information Security Officer at the Executive Office of Energy and Environment Affairs overseeing Cybersecurity, Information Security, and Microsoft 365 Administration. Prior to joining the Massachusetts Executive branch in 2016, Matt spent 12 years in the private sector in various roles at three different early-stage information security companies all of which were acquired. Matt is the chairman of the Massachusetts Executive branch’s Cybersecurity & Vulnerability Management Subcommittee. Matt grew up in the Boston area and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Suffolk University.

Scott Woestman

AVP SLED, Appian

Curtis Wood

Former Cabinet Secretary and Chief Information Officer, Commonweath of Massachusetts

Curtis M. Wood is a distinguished professional renowned for his exceptional leadership and innovative approach in the field of technology and public administration. With a career span of over four decades, he has made significant contributions to the development and implementation of cutting-edge solutions that have transformed organizations and improved service delivery.
In the public sector, Curtis most recently served as the Technology and Security Cabinet Secretary and Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts from 2018-2023.

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Agenda

Wednesday, May 21
8:00 am Eastern	Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area Eden Vale Ballroom Foyer
9:00 am Eastern	Opening Remarks Eden Vale Ballroom BC Jason Snyder, Secretary of Technology, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
9:15 am Eastern	Keynote – Leading with Vision Eden Vale Ballroom BC Being in charge isn’t easy, but in an era of rapid change and disruption brought on by incredible innovation, “the right” leadership is paramount to driving government and education forward. Leaders must achieve results, but that can be difficult if you are not also garnering respect and admiration. In this compelling keynote address, Anton Gunn delves into the strategies you can use to cultivate and hone essential leadership qualities, inspire your teams, and foster positive change within your organization. Anton Gunn, Keynote Speaker, Best-selling Author, Former Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama
10:15 am Eastern	General Session – From Agency to Secretariat: The Leadership Journey of Massachusetts EOTSS Eden Vale Ballroom BC As Massachusetts’ Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS) approaches its 10-year milestone, this session will explore its transformation from an agency to a cabinet-level secretariat. Former and current leaders, including Jason Snyder, Curtis Wood, and Mark Nunnelly, will share key moments of change, lessons learned, and the strategies that shaped EOTSS’s evolution and maturity. Attendees will gain insights into navigating large-scale organizational change, fostering innovation in government IT, and aligning IT modernization with public sector priorities. Jason Snyder, Secretary of Technology, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Curtis Wood, Former Cabinet Secretary and Chief Information Officer, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
11:00 am Eastern	Networking Break in the Exhibit Area Eden Vale Ballroom Foyer
11:30 am Eastern	Concurrent Sessions The morning concurrent sessions will be featured as Leadership Exchanges, designed to enhance interactivity and foster collaboration. Through shared experiences and lessons learned, attendees will brainstorm strategies, identify opportunities and risks, and gain actionable insights to immediately apply within their teams and organizations. AI Strategy and Disruptive Technology: Governance, Innovation and Risk Eden Vale Ballroom A As AI and emerging technologies reshape government operations, leaders must balance innovation with governance, risk management, and long-term sustainability. This session will explore lessons from successful AI initiatives, assess readiness for organizational change, and consider future integration strategies for data and analytics. Attendees will gain insights into the future of data and AI in government, strategic developments of multi-disciplinary teams, and successful approaches to implement emerging technologies while ensuring operational stability and public trust. William Cole, Chief Technology Officer, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Jeff Cratty, Vice President, Cloud and Innovation, Blue Mantis Thomas Myers, Chief Privacy Officer & General Counsel, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Leadership Communications and Consensus Building: Driving Change in Government IT Emerson Room Effective leadership in IT goes beyond technical expertise—it requires the ability to communicate complex ideas to diverse teams, influence decision-makers, and introduce new tools and strategies to public service partners. In short, IT leaders need to excel at telling compelling stories. In this interactive session, discover how storytelling enables leaders to model change within their organizations and across the industry. Enhance collaboration and productivity by creating a storytelling culture at your institution. Cheryl Hamilton, Founder/Executive Director, Stellar Story Company Matt Whitten, Chief Information Security Officer, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Commonwealth of Massachusetts IT Change Management and Adoption Cambridge Room Successful IT change management requires strategic leadership, cultural adaptability, and effective training, especially when implementing new technologies. This session explores best practices for guiding teams through transformation, overcoming resistance, and fostering a shared digital experience. We’ll also examine the key distinctions between change leadership and management, along with strategies for assessing organizational readiness while leading teams through transformation. Erin Botelho, Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Quimby Kaizer, C Commonwealth of MA Lead Account Partner, KPMG National Education Sector Leader, KPMG LLP
12:30 pm Eastern	Lunch Eden Vale Ballroom BC
1:25 pm Eastern	Short Break Please proceed to the concurrent sessions.
1:30 pm Eastern	Concurrent Sessions IT Portfolio Management: Governance, Prioritization and Security Eden Vale Ballroom A As emerging technologies and modern threats reshape the IT landscape, adapting your IT portfolio management is critical to maximizing limited resources while ensuring security, compliance, and long-term sustainability. This session will explore best practices for developing governance frameworks, addressing today’s cybersecurity risks in legacy environments, and prioritizing IT investments amid resource constraints. It will also examine how to assess which technologies align—or misalign—with an agency’s mission to ensure effective decisions. Attendees will gain strategies for implementing comprehensive, mission-driven approaches that align technology initiatives with agency priorities and drive secure, sustainable IT decision-making in the public sector. Moderator: John Petrozzelli, Director, MassCyberCenter Eric Belford, Deputy CIO, City of Cambridge Samuel John, Jr., Senior Director of IT – App Ops, Massachusetts Department of Transportation Anne McKenna, Director of Portfolio Management, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Maria Michalski, Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Public Safety & Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Women in IT Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Building Futures Emerson Room Women in IT leadership play a critical role in driving innovation, fostering inclusion, and shaping the future of public sector technology. This session will explore strategies for navigating leadership as a woman in IT, modeling inclusive and empowering leadership behaviors, and building strong professional networks. Join this empowering panel of accomplished women in the IT industry and be inspired to break barriers, leverage mentorship, and lead and create diverse, dynamic teams! Moderator: Robin Healey, Secretariat Chief Information Officer of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Executive Office for Administration and Finance. Borana Hajnaj, Director of Contract Management and Special Counsel, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Samantha Sendrowksi, Director of IT Administration, City of Worcester Carrie Smith, Chief Innovation & Technology Strategist, Dell Technologies Leading a Future-Ready Workforce Cambridge Room To build a future-ready workforce, government IT leaders must navigate the challenges of an aging workforce while attracting and retaining next-generation talent. This session will explore strategies for upskilling teams, leading multigenerational workforces, fostering emerging leadership, embracing neurodiversity for innovation, and enhancing communication and motivation across diverse teams. Moderator: Greg Martin, Secretariat Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Antoine Harrison, Chief Information Officer, Executive Office of Education, Commonwealth of Massachusetts MaryBeth Martinez, Deputy HR Director, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Scott Woestman, AVP SLED, Appian
2:30 pm Eastern	Networking Break in the Exhibit Area Eden Vale Ballroom Foyer
3:00 pm Eastern	General Session – The Leadership Challenge: A Public Sector Trivia Showdown Eden Vale Ballroom BC Curious to see how your knowledge stacks up? Can you effectively collaborate under pressure? 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? Session Leader: Erica Bradshaw, Deputy Secretary, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Steven Duncan, Chief Information Officer, Judiciary, Commonwealth of Massachusetts Peter Murphy, Chief Information Officer, Office of the Comptroller, Commonwealth of Massachusetts
4:00 pm Eastern	Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area Eden Vale Ballroom Foyer 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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Government Representatives

David Bedard
Chief Information Officer
Department of Transportation
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Eric Belford
Deputy Chief Information Officer
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

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

Katrina Jagroop-Gomes
Chief Information Officer
Gaming Commission
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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 & Security
Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Michael Milligan
Vice President and Chief Information Officer
University of Massachusetts

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

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

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

Anthony O'Neill
CISO & 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

John Petrozzelli
Director
MassCyberCenter

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

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

Jason Snyder
Secretary & Commonwealth CIO
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

Jay Pasteris
Chief Operating Officer
Blue Mantis

Christopher Stack
Director, Advisory, Health & Government Solutions
KPMG LLP

Sean Tynan
Senior Account Executive
Dell Technologies

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Event Date: May 21, 2025

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Government Technology
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Government Technology
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Massachusetts IT Leadership Forum 2025

Overview

A message from our Keynote Speaker

Speakers

Anton Gunn

Keynote Speaker, Best-selling Author, Former Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama

William Cole

Chief Technology Officer, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Jeff Cratty

Vice President, Cloud and Innovation, Blue Mantis

Borana Hajnaj

Director of Contract Management & Special Counsel, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Cheryl Hamilton

Founder/Executive Director, Stellar Story Company

Antoine Harrison

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

Robin Healey

Secretariat Chief Information Officer of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Executive Office for Administration and Finance.

Samuel John

Sr Director of IT – App Ops, Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Quimby Kaizer

C Commonwealth of MA Lead Account Partner, KPMG National Education Sector Leader, KPMG LLP

Greg Martin

Secretariat CIO, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

MaryBeth Martinez

Deputy HR Director, Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Samantha Sendrowski

Director of IT Administration, City of Worcester

Matt Whitten

Chief Information Security Officer, Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Scott Woestman

AVP SLED, Appian

Curtis Wood

Former Cabinet Secretary and Chief Information Officer, Commonweath of Massachusetts

Agenda

Wednesday, May 21

8:00 am Eastern

Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area

Eden Vale Ballroom Foyer

9:00 am Eastern

Opening Remarks

Eden Vale Ballroom BC

9:15 am Eastern

Keynote – Leading with Vision

Eden Vale Ballroom BC

10:15 am Eastern

General Session – From Agency to Secretariat: The Leadership Journey of Massachusetts EOTSS

Eden Vale Ballroom BC

11:00 am Eastern

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Eden Vale Ballroom Foyer

11:30 am Eastern

Concurrent Sessions

AI Strategy and Disruptive Technology: Governance, Innovation and Risk

Eden Vale Ballroom A

Leadership Communications and Consensus Building: Driving Change in Government IT

Emerson Room

IT Change Management and Adoption

Cambridge Room

12:30 pm Eastern

Lunch

Eden Vale Ballroom BC

1:25 pm Eastern

Short Break

1:30 pm Eastern

Concurrent Sessions

IT Portfolio Management: Governance, Prioritization and Security

Eden Vale Ballroom A

Women in IT Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Building Futures

Emerson Room

Leading a Future-Ready Workforce

Cambridge Room

2:30 pm Eastern

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Eden Vale Ballroom Foyer

3:00 pm Eastern

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

Eden Vale Ballroom BC

4:00 pm Eastern

Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area