The Digital Government Summit brings together technology focused public-sector professionals with leading industry partners to connect on innovative approaches, get inspired and discover new technologies. Join us and let’s improve the future of government together!
Winners of the 2024 Best of New York Awards were celebrated on September 24th at the New York Digital Government Summit in Albany.
The 36th New York Digital Government Summit convenes leaders in state and local government IT to foster collaboration, tackle challenges, and exchange best practices. Our goal is to elevate our products and services while enhancing our ability to serve all New Yorkers in a better, smarter and more effective way. I am very much looking forward to engaging in discussions on improving the customer experience, striving for operational excellence, leveraging artificial intelligence, advancing common sense cybersecurity strategies, and cementing the government's connection with hardworking New Yorkers. Register now and be a part of this dynamic event.
- Dru Rai, New York State Chief Information Officer and Director of the Office of Information Technology Services
Tuesday, September 24 |
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8:00 am Eastern |
Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit AreaLevel 1 Pre-Function & Level 2 Pre-Function |
9:00 am Eastern |
Opening RemarksMulti-Purpose RoomJennifer Lorenz, Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer, State of New York |
9:15 am Eastern |
Keynote – The Age of Digital Disruption: Moving Forward, FasterMulti-Purpose RoomTechnology advancements continue to disrupt at a swifter pace than ever before. 2023 witnessed the impact of AI in all sectors, and this year the public sector is required to adapt and adopt at a speed unheard of in the past. For the rest of our careers, intelligence will be built into all devices, applications, and processes. This changes how we must think about the use of data and the integration of humans and machines. What are the crucial strategies for adapting to and maximizing the benefits of these advancements? This session will have you ready to move forward at high speed as it paints a vibrant picture showing how synthetic intelligence can amplify current systems and our workforce. Scott Klososky, Technologist, Futurist, Humanist, Author and Consultant |
10:15 am Eastern |
Networking Break in the Exhibit AreaLevel 1 Pre-Function & Level 2 Pre-Function |
10:40 am Eastern |
Concurrent SessionStrengthening Digital Defenses: Cultivating a Culture of Cybersecurity and Crisis ManagementMeeting Room 2B/2CIn an era where digital threats are evolving at unprecedented pace, establishing a resilient cybersecurity framework is paramount for governments stiving for digital excellence. How can the public sector balance the need for rapid technological innovation with the imperative of maintaining robust cybersecurity defenses without hindering progress? What are the most critical elements in creating a sustainable culture of cybersecurity within state and local government agencies? This session delves into the strategic importance of building a robust culture of reinforcement in cybersecurity and crisis management within the public sector. Moderator: R. Grace Dillon, Executive Director, Revenue, Finance, and Public Integrity Portfolio, Office of Information Technology Services Tony Allegrati, Senior Cloud Systems Engineer, Fortinet Claudia Fisher, Acting Director of Integrated Security Services, Office of Information Technology Services, States of New York Adam Ford, SLED Chief Technology Officer, Zscaler Ben Spear, Chief Information Security Officer, Board of Elections, State of New York Thomas Stewart, Director Information Security Engineering, ITS Chief Information Security Office Bridging the Divide: Enhancing Accessibility and Usability in Government ServicesMeeting Room 2AAs governments strive for digital excellence, ensuring that digital services are accessible and user-friendly for all citizens is crucial. How can the public sector balance the need for innovative digital services while maintaining high accessibility and usability standards? This session focuses on both the challenges and solutions and equips attendees with the tools and insights needed to promote digital equity across the state. Moderator: Anton Keller, Program Manager, Education Department, State of New York Jesse Gardner, Director, User Research, Office of Digital Transformation, Office of Information Technology Services, State of New York Maxwell Heintz, Associate Attorney, Office of Information Technology Services, State of New York Jacob Morrison, Deputy Commissioner, Dutchess County Office of Central Information Services Darrick Mowrey, Principal Architect, Google Cloud Revolutionizing Public Health: The Role of IoT and Health IT in Achieving Digital ExcellenceMeeting Room 1BThe integration of Internet of Things (IoT) Technologies and Health IT is transforming the landscape of public health services, driving efficiency, improving patient outcomes, and the overall quality of care. What strategies can be employed to address the security and privacy concerns associated with the use of IoT and Health IT in public health? This session will explore how governments can leverage IoT and Health IT to achieve digital excellence in public health. Moderator: Zach Patton, Chief Editor, Content Studio, Government Technology David Betts, Principal, Life Sciences and Health Care Practice, Deloitte Hector Rodriguez, MBA, Principal Healthcare Security Leaf, Non-Profit Healthcare, Amazon Web Services Shaping Tomorrow’s IT Leaders: Essential Skillsets for Digital Excellence and Transformation in GovernmentMeeting Room 1AIn an era of rapid technological advancement, the future of government depends on the cultivation of leaders equipped with the technical skills and vision to drive digital excellence and transformation. What are the most critical technical skillsets professionals in the public sector need to develop to lead effectively? How can government create an environment that supports the continuous development of technical-focused leaders and encourage innovation? Join this insightful session where experts will highlight the critical skills required for future leaders and what it takes to succeed in today’s dynamic environment. Moderator: Suzanne Lazar, Manager, Business Analysis Shared Services, Office of Information Technology Services, State of New York Andrew Bellinger, Deputy Chief Information Officer, Operations and Enterprise Systems, Office of the Attorney General, State of New York Trevor Collins, Virtual Currency Data Governance Director, Department of Financial Services, State of New York Scott Geer, Technical Director, Office of Information Technology Services, State of New York Jennifer Walden, Managing Director, Public Service, Accenture |
11:40 am Eastern |
LunchMulti-Purpose Room |
12:40 pm Eastern |
Bits and Bytes- Ethical Excellence: Navigating Responsible AI in Digital GovernmentMulti-Purpose RoomAs Governments around the world increasingly adopt artificial intelligence to improve public services, the need for responsible AI practices has never been more crucial. How can New York State ensure that AI systems used across the state are free from bias and promote fairness across diverse populations? What can New York State learn from the expectations set for regulated institutions in the banking and insurance sectors? In what ways can transparency in AI decision-making processes enhance public trust and accountability? Join this fireside chat to hear about the measures being implemented by the Empire State to ensure AI technologies are used equitably and responsibly. Steven Spalten, Executive Deputy Superintendent, Technology and Operations, Department of Financial Services, State of New York Marcy Stevens, Chief General Counsel, Office of Information Technology Services, State of New York |
1:00 pm Eastern |
Short BreakPlease proceed to the concurrent sessions |
1:10 pm Eastern |
Concurrent SessionsAccelerating Modernization: Leveraging Emerging Technologies for Digital Transformation in GovernmentMeeting Room 2B/2CAs governments nationwide strive for digital excellence, the integration of emerging technologies offers a transformative opportunity to modernize public services and operations. How can governments identify and prioritize the areas where these technologies can most effectively drive modernization and improve public services? Join this session to explore how emerging technologies can be a catalyst for modernizing government services, paving the way for a more efficient, transparent, and citizen-centric public sector. Moderator: Steven Spalten, Executive Deputy Superintendent, Technology and Operations, Department of Financial Services, State of New York Robert Groat, Executive Vice President of Strategy and Technology, SMX Dr. Nadeem Malik, Distinguished Engineer, Vice President of AI and ML Technologies, Kyndryl Michael St. John, Chief Information Officer, Education Department, State of New York Data-Driven Excellence: Enhancing Data Quality and Utilization for Government SuccessMeeting Room 2AAchieving digital excellence in government hinges on the quality and effective use of data. How can the public sector establish and maintain high quality standards to ensure the reliability of data-driven decisions? What are the most effective strategies for transforming raw data into actionable insights that can lead to successful outcomes in government projects? In this enlightening session we will discuss the critical aspects of data quality, the usefulness of data, and strategies for leveraging data to drive success in public sector initiatives. Moderator: Zach Patton, Chief Editor, Content Studio, Government Technology Julia Cherashore, Deputy Superintendent, Data Governance and Management, Department of Financial Services, State of New York Dirk deRoos, Principal, Learning Content Development, Data and AI, IBM William Rauch, Chief Data Officer and Deputy Chief Information Officer, Office of Information Technology Services, State of New York Kevin Talbert, Senior Solutions Engineer, Cloudera Aligning Business and IT Governance: Achieving Digital Excellence in GovernmentMeeting Room 1BIn the quest for digital excellence, the alignment of business and IT governance is essential for government agencies to deliver efficient, effective, and innovative services. What are the key challenges in aligning business and IT governance, and how can they be overcome to ensure seamless collaboration and improved service delivery? How can these challenges be overcome to ensure seamless collaboration and improved service delivery? This session will provide you with valuable insights and practical strategies to harmonize business and IT governance, driving your organization toward digital excellence. Moderator: Matt Jebaraj, Executive Director, Program and Project Management – Chief Portfolio Office, Office of Information Technology Services, State of New York Nathan Cooper, Director, Information Security, Lucid Software Lane Hunt, Director of Systems Integration, Orange County Government Tom Norton, Director of Infrastructure and Operations, Office of the State Comptroller, State of New York Geoffrey Plante, Partner, KPMG Tapping Alternatives Talent PipelinesMeeting Room 1AWorkforce challenges in the public sector are a well-known issue, requiring innovative and creative solutions. Traditional strategies for attracting and retaining talent are becoming obsolete, especially in an era marked by generative AI and rapid technological advancements. How can your organization discover and leverage untapped, underutilized hiring pipelines to build the workforce of the future? What does a skills-based hiring model look like in practice? This session will share strategies, tactics, and real-world examples demonstrating how to build a future- ready public sector workforce. Moderator: Andrew Bellinger, Deputy Chief Information Officer, Operations and Enterprise Systems, Office of the Attorney General, State of New York Patrick Alderson, Chief Information Officer, Albany County Division of Information Services Gary Buonacorsi, Public Sector Chief Technology Officer, Unisys Tapesh Chaturvedi, Manager, IT Services, Office of Information Technology Services, State of New York Mike Isadore, Director, North America, Local Government & Higher Education Research, Nvidia Exclusive Briefing for Industry PartnersMulti-Purpose RoomHosted by: Jennifer Lorenz, Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer, State of New York |
2:10 pm Eastern |
Networking Break in the Exhibit AreaLevel 1 Pre-Function & Level 2 Pre-Function |
2:30 pm Eastern |
General Session - The State of AI in GovTech: Exploring the FutureMulti-Purpose RoomPresented by the Center for Public Sector AI, this keynote presentation delves into the present status of Artificial Intelligence in the GovTech sector, offering a detailed examination of AI’s applications within state and local governments. We will explore AI’s potential future paths in GovTech, highlighting emerging trends and discussing how technology and policy leaders can prepare for AI’s impact on service delivery. We will address starting points for AI implementation, stressing the importance of collaboration, ethical considerations, and equitable technology access. This forward-looking talk will equip attendees with a thorough understanding of AI’s trajectory in GovTech, providing practical insights to effectively leverage AI for public sector innovation and advancement. Phil Bertolini, Senior Vice President, Government Technology |
3:30 pm Eastern |
The Best of New York AwardsMulti-Purpose RoomBe ready to celebrate with the New York Government Technology community as we recognize the amazing technology and service work done for the people across the state. Hosted by: Jennifer Lorenz, Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer, State of New York |
4:00 pm Eastern |
Networking Reception in the Exhibit AreaLevel 1 Pre-Function & Level 2 Pre-FunctionNetwork with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors. |
4:30 pm Eastern |
End of ConferenceConference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change. |
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Jim Bell
Director Senate Technology Services
NY Senate
State of New York
Andrew Bellinger
Deputy Chief Information Officer
New York State Office of the Attorney General
State of New York
Dorianne Blanchard
Deputy Chief Information Officer
Performance and Portfolio Management
New York State Office of the Attorney General
Colin Brady
Chief Information Officer/ Deputy Comptroller
New York State Office of the State Comptroller
State of New York
Marlowe Cochran
Chief Information Security Officer
State Education Department
State Education Department
Christine Costopoulos
Program Director
NYS Forum
The New York State Forum
Chris DeSain
Chief Information Security Officer
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Grace Dillon
Executive Director, Revenue, Finance and Public Integrity Portfolio
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Claudia Fisher
Acting Director of Integrated Security Services
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Gail Galusha
Director of Data and AI Governance
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Drew Hanchett
Chief Health Information Officer
NY Department of Health
State of New York
Mathan Jebaraj
Executive Director of ITS Project Management Office
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Rick Johnson
Director, Information Technology
St Lawrence County
State of New York
Michele Jones
Chief Risk and Data Privacy Officer
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Josh Klemm
Chief Information Officer
NYS Thruway Authority
State of New York
Suzanne Lazar
Business Analysis Shared Services
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Jennifer Lorenz
Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Glenn Marchi
Chief Information Officer
Orange County
State of New York
Jacob Morrison
Deputy Commissioner
Office of Central & Administrative Services
Dutchess County
Stacy Panis
Chief Portfolio Officer
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Suzette Poulin
Deputy Executive Director, Human Services Portfolio
Office of Technology
State of New York
Dru Rai
Chief Information Officer and Director of the Office of Information Technology Services
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Scott Reif
Chief Communication Officer
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Fran Reiter
Executive Director
NYS Forum
State of New York
Scott Rogler
Chief Information Security Officer
Office of Temporary and Disability Assistant
State of New York
Varun Sehgal
Chief Information Officer
New York State Office of the Attorney General
State of New York
Ben Spear
Chief Information Security Officer
NY Board of Elections
State of New York
Michael St John
Chief Information Officer
NY State Education Department
State of New York
Marcy Stevens
Chief General Counsel
Office of Information Technology Services
State of New York
Robert Cady
Regional Sales Director
Dell Technologies
Maria Del Rosso
Managing Partner
Kyndryl Inc.
Scott Elliott
Client Advisor
Amazon Web Services
Chris Gabriel
Client Partner
Google Cloud
Mark Larochelle
Strategic Public Sector Account Executive
Cloudera Government Solutions
Ross Maughan
Managing Client Partner
IBM
Melanie Meeson
Account Executive
Dell Technologies
Leah Murphy
Managing Director
Client Relationship Executive, NYS Government
Deloitte
Greg Nellis
Director, Business Development
SMX
Geoffrey Plante
Lead Partner
KPMG
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