Government Technology’s passion is helping spread best practices and spurring innovation in the public sector. The Oregon Digital Government Summit is designed to do just that. The summit has an advisory board that gathers public sector and private sector leaders to create an agenda that is relevant and actionable to the state and local government organizations attending the summit. Participants can take advantage of inspirational keynotes, leadership discussions, networking breaks, and timely topics discussed in the numerous breakout sessions to help advance the goals of their organizations and their own career paths.
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Oregon IT is focused on modernization and efficiency, and all of us are working together to make our mission a reality. What’s the best way to gain momentum? Taking advantage of the “meeting of the minds” that will take place at the Digital Government Summit that is coming to Salem in June. Please join us as we share ideas and spark innovation. I hope to see you there!
– Terrence Woods, Chief Information Officer, State of Oregon
Thursday, June 20 |
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8:00 am Pacific |
Registration and Morning RefreshmentsWillamette Lobby |
9:00 am Pacific |
Opening RemarksWillamette River RoomTerrence Woods, Chief Information Officer, State of Oregon |
9:15 am Pacific |
Keynote – What’s Your Story?Willamette River RoomKelly Swanson, Strategic Narrative Specialist IT is an adventure. Or should be! Every project is a journey, and we need to be better at promoting what we’re doing and accomplishing by painting pictures that resonate. Data alone is not enough anymore. It’s already over-used, mis-used, abused and fake-newsed. The key is wrapping your data in a way that makes people care. You need the secret ingredient that is probably missing from presentations, pitches, speeches and any situation where you are trying to move the needle. In this mind-expanding session, you will find out how to go from manipulating to motivating, from communicating to connecting, from telling people what to do to making them want to do it. Learn from the master! |
10:15 am Pacific |
Networking BreakWillamette Lobby |
10:45 am Pacific |
Concurrent SessionsSecurity Over the EdgeCroisan B/CThe cyber landscape is constantly shifting, and strategies and safeguards that were considered secure just a few years ago don’t cut it anymore. The “edge” is getting more difficult to define. Networks are becoming more distributed. Devices continue to proliferate. The cloud is literally everywhere. IoT is a looming tidal wave. This session looks at current and future trends, threats and strategies on the cyber front. Moderator: Jake Wilson, Security Awareness and Training Coordinator, Enterprise Security Office, Office of the State Chief Information Officer, State of Oregon Theresa Masse, Former CISO State of Oregon, Port of Portland Eric Teece, Senior Systems Engineer, Fortinet Dennis Tomlin, Chief Information Security Officer, Department of County Assets Multnomah County Driving Change Under PressureCroisan AThere is no doubt that this is the Age of Acceleration. The rate of technological and social change is increasing constantly, often exponentially. How will this impact our IT organizations in the years ahead? The game-changers are clear: cloud, artificial intelligence, automation, virtual reality, cybercrime, grey tsunami, citizen expectations, digital divide, etc. Will they beget opportunities or breaking points? It’s all in the preparation. This session explores how our IT organizations must evolve to meet the challenges ahead. Jimmy Godard, Technology Oversight Committee, City of Portland Daniele Loffreda, Senior Advisor, Portfolio Solutions, Ciena Barbara J. Rotondo, Senior Manager, Solution Consulting, ServiceNow Reinventing the WorkplaceSantiam 2The need to accelerate innovative recruitment and retention practices in government, particularly in IT, is more of a necessity than ever. Questions about mobility, flexibility, collaboration tools and productivity optimization are becoming common during the interview process. Yet government is not always prepared to offer competitive answers in today’s legacy environment. This session offers a look at what some innovative organizations are doing to scrap outmoded practices, adopt new mindsets and embrace new paradigms. Chris Hunt, Senior Account Executive, West Region Sales Team, Outsystems Bob Leek, Interim Director and Chief Information Officer, Multnomah County Tristan Todd, Solutions Architect, SLED West, VMware 5G and Smarter CommunitiesSantiam 3The way we do business is about to change as the next generation of wireless is on its way. Basically, 5G is the solution for dealing with the Internet of Things – millions of sensors and the resulting flood of information. 5G promises to change the way we live, work and play. Hyperbole or real? What will this mean for the Smart Cities movement? How will this enhance support for first responders? This session discusses why 5G is a game-changer for the future and how to be ready for its arrival. Kevin Martin, Manager, Smart City PDX, City of Portland Rick Woidyla, Manager of Business Development and Strategic Planning, Verizon Smart Communities |
11:45 am Pacific |
LunchWillamette River Room |
12:30 pm Pacific |
Featured Speaker – Future Ready! The Playbook for 2020 and BeyondWillamette River RoomMorgan Wright, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government The magnitude and speed of technological, economic, and societal change is accelerating at an exponential pace. Your primary challenge is to anticipate the future – and then build it, being careful to optimize the upside while minimizing the effects of the shocks and stresses. Public leaders need more than just a new way of thinking – but a new way of executing supported by the right technological and cultural foundation. Future Ready focuses on what matters and why, what potential issues should be on your radar, and the adaptive, actionable takeaways that you can work on today to prepare for 2020 and beyond, including: |
1:30 pm Pacific |
FirstNet Fireside ChatWillamette River RoomDr. Cedric Alexander, Author, CNN Contributor on Public Safety, Former Chief of Police Public safety is undergoing a significant transformation and technology is at the heart of it. The transformation affects all areas of government, from education to transportation to frontline public safety. This session explores the intersection between public safety ecosystems and the technology revolution that is here – today. |
2:00 pm Pacific |
Networking BreakWillamette Lobby |
2:30 pm Pacific |
Concurrent SessionsNavigating the CloudCroisan B/CAs state and local governments move to the cloud at an increasing pace, they’re running into some common holdups, including the determination of which workloads are cloud-ready and which models are most appropriate. The bottom line: organizations should have a comprehensive cloud strategy! One that takes into account the right balance between on-prem control and cloud innovation. This session discusses current trends and lessons learned. Ethan Benatan, Modernization Director, Employment Department, State of Oregon Matthew Currie, Account Executive – SLED Northwest, Red Hat, Inc Ben Gherezgiher, Senior IT Portfolio Manager – Public Safety, Strategic Technology Office, OSCIO, State of Oregon Becoming Citizen-CentricCroisan APeople don’t expect the public sector to be just like Uber or Lyft, but they are accustomed to a certain level of ease when it comes to buying and receiving goods and services - typically through a click of a button on their smartphone. In this fast-paced world and a soaring demand to be customer-centric, how does government keep up? This session dives into why standing still isn’t an option and why it’s critical to drive forward with innovative citizen experience strategies and metrics in mind. Moderator: Gary Johnson, Chief Information Officer, Department of Revenue, State of Oregon Josh Mitchell, Consulting Product Manager, Portland Oregon Website Replacement, City of Portland Renee Royston, Collections Division Administration, Department of Revenue, State of Oregon Matt Snow, Director of Creative Services, Oregon NICUSA Effective Data GovernanceSantiam 2A successful data journey requires smart policies and strategies every step of the way. Governance provides the guardrails that keep us on the road. Policy decisions include dealing with processes, collection, retention, security and more. This session explores the most critical factors to consider when developing a data governance model. Jayne Dutra, Data Governance, Information Technology, Multnomah County Kathryn Helms, Chief Data Officer, State of Oregon Sponsor BriefingSantiam 3(Industry sponsors only) Hosted by State CIO Terrence Woods and Deputy State CIO Jennifer Bjerke |
3:30 pm Pacific |
Fast Track SessionsWillamette River RoomBlockchain and Smart Contracts– The Next WaveIf blockchain is poised to make deep inroads into private industry, it stands to reason that government is next. In fact, this is one area in which government might end up taking the lead. The potential uses are many, but smart contracts have the immense potential for solving real business challenges. This session defines and explores blockchain and smart contracts technologies, use cases currently piloted or implemented, and how to strategize your own blockchain and smart contracts journey. James Alexander, Senior Vice President, Executive Services, Infotech Cool Things Being Done in Oregon!Innovation is alive and well in Oregon – living proof that it is possible to accomplish truly great things through healthy doses of imagination, optimism, inspiration and energy. This session highlights thought-provoking initiatives that are sure to get the wheels turning about what might be possible in your own organization. Come hear their stories! Kurtis Danka, Chief Technology Officer, State of Oregon |
4:20 pm Pacific |
Networking ReceptionWillamette LobbyNetwork with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors. Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change. |
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David Alamein
Chief Information Officer
Department of Corrections
State of Oregon
Jeff Baer
Chief Technology Officer
Office of Management & Finance, Bureau of Technology Services
City of Portland
Jennifer Bjerke
Deputy Chief Information Officer
Department of Administrative Services
State of Oregon
Kurtis Danka
Chief Technology Officer
State of Oregon
Jennifer DeJong
Director, Strategic Technology Office
Department of Administrative Services
State of Oregon
Kristen Duus
Chief Information Officer
Oregon Health Authority
State of Oregon
Michael Finch
Chief Information Officer
Lane County
Steven Hoffert
Chief Information Officer
Oregon Youth Authority
State of Oregon
Syed Hussain
Chief Information Officer
Oregon Lottery
State of Oregon
Randy James
Information Technology Director
City of Bend
Gary Johnson
Chief Information Officer
Department of Revenue
State of Oregon
Bob Leek
Interim Director and Chief Information Officer
Multnomah County
Qing Liu
Chief Information Officer
Public Utility Commission of Oregon
State of Oregon
Jordan Masanga
Information Technology Management
Public Employee Retirement System
State of Oregon
Sean McSpaden
Principal Legislative IT Analyst
Legislative Fiscal Office
State of Oregon
Melody Riley-Ralphs
Director
Customer Relationship Management, Infrastructure and Operations
Oregon State University
Jake Rosenbalm
Chief Information Officer
Department of Energy
State of Oregon
Gina Salang
Senior IT Portfolio Manager, Healthy People Policy Area
Office of the State Chief Information Officer
State of Oregon
Jorge Salinas
Assistant City Manager/Chief Information Officer
City of Albany
David Scheuch
Director, Enterprise Shared Services
Department of Administrative Services
State of Oregon
Ken Smith
Chief Information Officer
Water Resources Department
State of Oregon
Jaya Srinivasan
Security Business Enabling Manager, Enterprise Security Office
Department of Administrative Services
State of Oregon
Saby Waraich
Technical Program Manager, Portland Online Permitting System
Bureau of Technology Services
City of Portland
Terrence Woods
Chief Information Officer
Department of Administrative Services
State of Oregon
Cody Dahlman
Enterprise Account Executive
ServiceNow
Sue Douglas
Major Account Manager
Fortinet
Karl Hills
General Manager
Oregon Information Division of NICUSA, Inc.
Jason Koenders
Regional Sales Manager
Ciena
John LoGreco
Technical Sales Consultant
Government/Education
AT&T
2020 Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, contact:
Alison Del Real
Government Technology
Phone: (916) 932-1435
E-mail: alison.delreal@govtech.com