Washington IT Leadership Forum 2026
Overview
The Washington IT Leadership Forum is where tomorrow’s government leaders grow today.
This invitation-only gathering brings together state and local IT executives, emerging leaders, and visionary thinkers for candid conversations on the future of public-sector technology. Focused on leadership development, innovation, and strategy, the Forum goes beyond the tech to address the people, policies, and practices shaping digital government. Through peer exchange and practical sessions, participants gain the insights, relationships, and skills needed to lead their organizations and communities into the future.
Public sector technology leadership is essential if we are to improve and modernize government services. Enabling innovation and solving problems with technology is a strong expectation of our technology leaders. To meet that expectation, we must cultivate a strategic mindset in leaders who can build strong partnerships with business leaders, anticipate what’s ahead, and guide government through sustained transformation. The 2nd Annual Washington IT Leadership Forum gathers government and industry IT leaders to exchange ideas, learn from shared experiences, and reimagine how we lead in an era of constant change. This forum is a moment to step back, think strategically, and collectively shape the next chapter of government technology in Washington. I hope to see you there!
- Bill Kehoe, Director and State Chief Information Officer, Washington Technology Solutions, State of Washington
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
1538 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 294-9200
Marriott Tacoma Downtown
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Rob Allred
State Chief Architect
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Deanna Brocker
Deputy Director for Strategy & Management
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Tamara Davis
Acting Chief Technology Officer
King County
Vonnie Diseth
Director, Information Services Division
Administrative Office of the Courts
State of Washington
Chris Fadden
Information Technology Director
City of Everett
Viggo Forde
Chief Information Officer & Director of Information Technology
Snohomish County
Heidi Geathers
Senior Assistant Director of Administrative Services
Department of Revenue
State of Washington
Callie Goldsby
Chief Information Officer
Department of Commerce
State of Washington
Stephen Heard
Chief Information Officer
King County
Ralph Johnson
Chief Information Security Officer
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Shalini Joshi
Chief Information Officer
Seattle Housing Authority
City of Seattle
Bill Kehoe
Director and State Chief Information Officer
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Chris Lamb
Program Manager
Enterprise Cloud Computing Program/Architecture & Innovation Division WaTech
State of Washington
Rob Lloyd
Chief Technology Officer
City of Seattle
Clint Mitchels
Deputy Chief Technology Innovation Officer
Department of Social and Health Services
State of Washington
Matthew Modarelli
Chief Information Officer
Department of Transportation
State of Washington
Amy Pearson
Chief of Staff
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Gretchen Peri
Chief Technology Officer
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Mark Quimby
Deputy Director for Technology Operations
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Katy Ruckle
State Chief Privacy Officer
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Linda Schactler
Director, Information Technology Public Policy
University of Washington
Vickie Sheehan
Communications Director
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Irene Vidyanti
State Chief Data Officer
Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Scott West
Chief Information Officer
Department of Ecology
State of Washington
Wendy Wickstrom
Chief Digital Experience Officer
Digital Experience Division, Washington Technology Solutions
State of Washington
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: April 7, 2026
This is an invitation-only event, open to Public Sector only. For more information or to request an invitation, please contact Timiko Watkins.
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:
Timiko Watkins
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1314
E-mail: twatkins@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