Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area

Opening Remarks

Timothy D. Galluzi, Executive Director & State Chief Information Officer, Governor’s Technology Office, State of Nevada

Chris Craig, Director, Innovation and Technologies, City of Las Vegas

Keynote - Transform Adversity into Advantage: How to Conquer Life's Hurdles

The world has become more difficult, and the challenges are bigger than ever. Adopting a “new normal mindset” is necessary to empower your team to navigate the challenges and opportunities through a contextual model to overcome adversity. How will you manage uncertainty? Is your team ready to embrace change? This session will provide a powerful and interactive message of resilience and perseverance that will inspire you to see change as an opportunity for growth.

John Register, Inspirational and Motivational Speaker, Author, and Two-Time Paralympic Silver Medalist

Bits and Bytes General Session - Smarter, Safer, Faster: Technology Transforming Transportation Infrastructure

From intelligent traffic systems and AI-enabled safety monitoring to connected signals, autonomous transit, and next-generation mobility projects, technology is reshaping how people and goods move. This session highlights how state and local governments are leveraging data, automation, and emerging technologies to modernize transportation infrastructure - making it more efficient, resilient, and safe.

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Concurrent Sessions

Laying the Groundwork: AI Governance

As government explores the potential of AI to improve services, operations, and decision-making, establishing strong governance frameworks is critical to managing risk and enabling responsible innovation. How can you build the structures, policies, and foundations needed to guide AI adoption effectively? Join us in this session to learn practical strategies for aligning AI initiatives with mission goals, ensuring accountability, and preparing your organization for the next phase of AI maturity.

Building the Workforce of the Future

As the nature of work evolves, the skills required are changing just as rapidly. Over the next several years the workforce will need to adapt to emerging technologies - including AI, automation, and other digital innovations - while continuing to leverage uniquely human strengths like communication, leadership, and problem-solving. This session explores strategies for building the workforce of the future through upskilling, microcredentialing, and cross-sector collaboration. Join us and learn practical ways to align talent development with emerging technologies, succession planning, and the skills people need to succeed in tomorrow’s workforce.

Rethinking IT Contracts for Modern Government

Traditional contract models may still meet many needs, but the rapid pace of technological change increasingly calls for new levels of flexibility and foresight. This session explores shared practices and key considerations to help build smarter, more adaptable IT contracts that support innovation and long-term success. Hear insights on leveraging existing agreements, navigating procurement challenges, and strengthening collaboration between IT and procurement teams.

Lunch

Bits and Bytes General Session - Ransomware Response: Nevada’s Story

“It’s not if, but when.” Earlier this year, the State of Nevada faced a ransomware attack, and now they’re sharing their experience. This session covers the incident, recovery, wins, and key lessons learned.

Short Break

Please proceed to the concurrent sessions.

Concurrent Sessions

AI for Innovation: The Art of the Possible 2.0

AI is already reshaping government operations, from modernizing applications to streamlining services. This session explores how organizations can responsibly innovate with AI - balancing regulation with experimentation and adopting practical, low-risk use cases. Join us to discover real-world applications and strategies for moving from “crawl” to “walk” to “run” when it comes to innovative AI adoption.

Incident Response: Coordination, Communication, and Recovery

Effective incident response encompasses preparation, detection, containment, mitigation, recovery, and post-incident reviews. How can organizations coordinate across agencies to manage each phase, maintain clear communication with stakeholders, and execute lessons learned? Join us for insights and strategies to strengthen organizational resilience at every stage to improve preparedness, response, and recovery in the face of unexpected disruptions.

The Evolving Role of the CIO

The role of the CIO is shifting - today’s CIOs are expected to move beyond operational oversight and act as strategic partners, transforming IT from a “call center” into a “value center.” This session explores how public sector IT leaders can adapt to this evolution, align technology with organizational goals, and demonstrate measurable impact. Join us for insights on bridging the gap between IT and leadership, influencing strategy, and positioning IT as a driver of innovation and meaningful outcomes.

Exclusive Briefing for Industry Partners

David Axtell, Deputy Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Governor’s Technology Office, State of Nevada

Chris Craig, Director, Innovation and Technologies, City of Las Vegas

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

General Session – The New Data Paradigm: Revamping Government Data Infrastructure for the Future

A strong data infrastructure underpins everything government does - from service delivery to AI innovation. This session explores the shift toward modernized, interoperable, and secure data environments that enable smarter decisions and better outcomes. Learn key strategies for assessing data infrastructure maturity, identifying gaps, and building scalable systems that can evolve with emerging technologies.

Sean McSpaden, Senior Fellow, The Centers for Digital Government and Public Sector AI

Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area

Network with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors.

End of Conference

Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.