Nevada Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit 2026
May 6, 2026
Reno, NV
Nevada Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit 2026
Overview
The Nevada Public Sector Cybersecurity Summit is where government defends the future.
This public sector-focused event brings together IT security leaders, risk managers, and public officials to tackle the evolving cyber threats facing state and local government. Through expert-led sessions, peer exchange, and real-world case studies, attendees gain practical strategies to strengthen cyber resilience, protect critical infrastructure, and lead with confidence in an age of constant risk. Designed specifically for the public sector, this summit delivers insights you can act on and alliances you can trust!
Grand Sierra Resort
2500 East 2nd Street
Reno, NV 89595
(775) 789-2000
Grand Sierra Resort
Planning Committee
Representatives
Frank Abella
Chief Information Officer
Information Technology
Carson City
David Axtell
Deputy Chief Information Officer, Chief Technology Officer
Governor's Technology Office
State of Nevada
Donald Barnwell
Executive Director
Information Technology
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
Jason Benshoof
Chief Data Officer
Office of the Chief Information Officer, Office of the Governor
State of Nevada
Jeramie Brown
IT Chief
Department of Transportation
State of Nevada
Chris Craig
Director
Innovation and Technologies
City of Las Vegas
Darla Dodge
Senior Deputy Director/Chief Operations Officer
Governor's Technology Office
State of Nevada
Jason Frame
Chief Information Officer
Southern Nevada Health District
Craig Franden
Director of Information Technology
Department of Communication and Technology
City of Reno
Tim Galluzi
Executive Director & State Chief Information Officer
Governor's Technology Office
State of Nevada
Michael Hanna-Butros Meyering
Chief Communication & Policy Officer
Governor's Technology Office
State of Nevada
Jared Hansen
Assistant Director
Information Technology
City of Henderson
Carl Jones
Director of Cybersecurity
Technology Support & Services
Clark County School District
Rishma Khimji
Chief IT Officer
Harry Reid Airport
Clark County
Bob Leek
Chief Information Officer
Clark County
Scott Mazick
Director of Technical Services
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC)
Dr. Anne Milkovich
Chief Information Officer
Nevada System of Higher Education
Adam Miller
Deputy Director, Office of Information Security & Cyber Defense
Governor's Technology Office
State of Nevada
Stacey Montooth
Executive Director
Nevada Indian Commission
Dennis Moriarity
Director
Information Technology
City of North Las Vegas
Dustin Nelson
Supervisor
Information Technology
City of Henderson
Kivanc Oner
Vice President, Digital Transformation and Chief Information Officer
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Deserea Quintana
Executive Director
Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada
Justin Robinson
Chief Technology Officer
Dept of Health and Human Services, Aging & Disability Services
State of Nevada
Vito Rocco
Chief Information Security Officer
Office of Information Technology
University of Nevada Las Vegas
Peace Ruggia
Chief Technology Officer
Douglas County
William Slade
Enterprise Information Security Officer
Technology & Information System Services
Clark County School District
Mugunth Vaithylingam
Chief Information Officer
Technology & Information Systems Services Division
Clark County School District
Ken Wendtland
Director
Information Technology
Las Vegas Valley Water District
Ronald Williams
Security Manager
City of North Las Vegas
Behzad Zamanian
Chief Information Officer
Technology Services
Washoe County
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: May 6, 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:
Jennifer Caldwell
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1345
E-mail: jcaldwell@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