Southern Florida Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Southern Florida Digital Government Summit is where innovation meets impact!
Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges. From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results. Whether you're shaping strategy or implementing solutions, the Summit delivers valuable peer connections and actionable guidance to help move your mission forward.
The Southern Florida Digital Government Summit has become a key forum where public-sector leaders and industry partners come together to explore AI and other technologies reshaping government. As we hold our third annual Summit on December 17 in Aventura, the conversation will center on how AI is helping our organizations modernize, solve complex challenges, and better serve our communities. I look forward to connecting with colleagues in Aventura as we work together to modernize government through AI and emerging technology.
– Ana Peralta Chammas, Director of Innovation and AI Miami-Dade County Communications, Information & Technology
Speakers
Agenda
December 17, 2026 |
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8:30 am Eastern |
Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area |
9:30 am Eastern |
Opening Remarks |
9:45 am Eastern |
The Human Factor: A Spy's Guide to Social Engineering and Insider ThreatsThis presentation will provide an overview of what the term "insider threat" actually encompasses, from unintentional acts to malicious acts, and everything in between. It will cover malicious acts, the psychological motivations of a malicious actor, and the Critical Pathway. The Critical Pathway, as identified by Shaw and Sellers, explains how personal predispositions, stressors, and concerning behaviors can lead up to Insider Threat-like behaviors and/or malicious acts. Discover how human behavior, culture, and personal vulnerabilities can expose your organization to insider threats - and what you can do to strengthen your defenses.
Shawnee Delaney, Founder and CEO, Vaillance Group |
10:45 am Eastern |
Networking Break in the Exhibit Area |
11:15 am Eastern |
The Price of ProgressTechnology costs are rising faster than many government budgets can absorb. Cloud, storage, software, infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI, and everyday technology services are all competing for limited resources, while agencies are still expected to modernize and deliver more. This conversation will explore how public-sector leaders are rethinking technology investments, budgeting, and procurement as traditional funding models struggle to keep pace. Attendees will hear practical approaches for prioritizing investments, building stronger business cases, and making difficult technology decisions when everything cannot be funded at once.
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12:00 pm Eastern |
Lunch |
1:00 pm Eastern |
AI Is Here. Now What?AI adoption is moving faster than many organizations can build the policies, governance, and infrastructure needed to manage it. Employees are experimenting with new tools, agencies are launching pilots, and leaders are being asked to move promising ideas into production while protecting data, privacy, and public trust. This conversation will examine how governments are establishing practical guardrails around AI, managing approved and unapproved use, strengthening data governance, and deciding which applications are ready to scale. Attendees will hear how organizations can enable responsible experimentation without losing visibility, accountability or control.
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1:50 pm Eastern |
Building the Workforce for What Comes NextAI and automation are changing government work, but adopting new technology is only part of the challenge. Employees need the confidence, skills, and opportunities to work differently as familiar roles evolve and new ones emerge. This conversation will explore how agencies are building AI literacy, retraining existing employees, developing new technical skills, and partnering with colleges and universities to strengthen the public-sector talent pipeline. Attendees will hear practical approaches to helping employees adapt, create meaningful learning opportunities, and prepare today's workforce for tomorrow's government.
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1:50 pm Eastern |
Executive Briefing with Sponsors and Leaders |
2:40 pm Eastern |
Networking Break in the Exhibit Area |
3:00 pm Eastern |
Quantum is Coming. Are You Ready for It?Quantum computing may still feel distant, but the security implications are forcing organizations to think about it now. Data encrypted today could remain valuable for years, while advances in quantum computing are accelerating conversations around cryptography, infrastructure, and long-term risk. This conversation will separate practical preparation from hype and examine what state and local governments should understand about post-quantum security, cryptographic inventories, and the technology decisions being made today. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of where quantum belongs on their technology roadmap and what preparations may be worth starting now.
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4:00 pm Eastern |
Networking Reception in the Exhibit AreaNetwork with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors.
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4:30 pm Eastern |
End of ConferenceConference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.
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Hilton Miami Aventura
2885 NE
Aventura, FL 33180
(305) 466-7775
Hilton Miami Aventura
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Erica Alvarez
IT Community Engagement Manager
Miami-Dade County
Mike Asencio
Cybersecurity Program Director
Cybersecurity
FIU Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy
Terri-Ann Brown
Senior Director
Miami Tech Works at Miami Dade College
Kemarr Brown
Deputy City Manager
City Manager Office
City of Homestead
Mike Butler
Deputy Chief Information Officer
Office of Technology and Innovation
Palm Beach County
Ana Peralta Chammas
County Innovation Director
Information Technology
Miami-Dade County
Yaniel Corrales
IT Director
City of Homestead
Domenic Dillullo
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Broward County
Eylin Fernandez
Information Technology Director
Information Technology
City of Doral
Sukumar Ganapati
Associate Professor
Public policy and Administration
Florida International University
Frank Quintana
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Information Technology
City of Miami Beach
Pedro Santos Acosta
Executive Director, Emerging Technologies
Information Technology
Miami-Dade College
Jorge Valens
IT Innovation Manager
Information Technology
Miami-Dade County
Industry Representatives
Mateen Riaz
Chief Exective Officer
IntegrityPro Consulting, LLC
Nicholas Ruskowski
Enterprise Sales Manager
Comcast Business
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: December 17, 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:
Amanda Wallace
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1315
E-mail: awallace@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