Name: West Virginia Digital Government Summit 2024
Start: 2024-10-22T08:00
Location: Charleston Convention Center

Overview

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!

A message from our Keynote Speaker

We are excited to host the 2024 West Virginia Digital Government Summit! This Summit provides an opportunity for West Virginia to demonstrate its commitment to progress and innovation while fostering connections with like-minded individuals and organizations. It's an opportunity to learn from others, share knowledge, and collectively work towards building a better future for the state and its constituents. I hope you’ll join us as we work together to continue the push towards digital transformation to modernize and improve constituent services while increasing efficiencies within government operations.

– Heather Abbott, Chief Information Officer, Department of Administration, Office of Technology, State of West Virginia

Speakers

John Register

Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, Persian Gulf War veteran, TEDx Motivational Speaker

John Register is a two-time Paralympian, Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, Persian Gulf War veteran, and TEDx Motivational Speaker. He embraced a “new normal mindset” in becoming an amputee following a misstep over a hurdle while training for the 1996 Olympic Games, after participation in two consecutive Olympic trials.
An Oak Park, Ill. native, Register discovered how to “amputate his fear of disability” and founded the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee Military Sport Program in the early 2000s. He launched a book titled: 10 Stories to Impact Any Leader: Journal Your Way to Leadership Success, as business leaders return to work with their staff amid stressful circumstances surrounding the Coronavirus pandemic and the recent unrest in our urban cities.
Register teaches business professionals through his “Hurdling Adversity” speeches and podcasts to “amputate fear and embrace their new normal,” as they discover “stories within themselves.”
He finds that “it is the personal stories that inspire teams more profoundly with greater impact.”
Register is a four-time All-American graduate of University of Arkansas. He served six years in the U.S. Army—including in operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and in active-duty with the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program—winning nine gold medals in the Armed Services Competition and two World Military Championships.
Register had his left leg amputated after a misstep over a hurdle changed his life. Register hyperextended his knee and severed the popliteal artery. He started swimming to aid in his recovery, made the U.S. Paralympic Team in 1996, and later won a silver medal in the long jump—as he set an American record—and sprinted to fifth in the 100 meters and 200 meters at the U.S. Paralympic Games in Sydney.
Register resides in Colorado Springs, CO with his wife Alice. The couple have three children - John Jr., Ashley, and Ronald.

Sean McSpaden

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Sean McSpaden is an executive level information technology professional with over 30 years of experience in the private, non-profit, and public sectors. His background includes the start-up and management of several small businesses and he has served on the Board of Directors or in Executive Director positions for several 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Sean’s public service experience includes progressively responsible positions as an IT analyst, and in statewide coordination, management and leadership positions within the Executive and Legislative branches of Oregon state government. From June 2008 to September 2013, served as the state of Oregon’s Deputy State Chief Information Officer.
Throughout his 25-year tenure in Oregon state government, Sean and the teams he has led have received several state, regional and national recognitions and awards. In addition, Sean has represented the state of Oregon on numerous state, regional and national project steering committees, task forces, governing boards, committees, commissions and associations, and has presented on various topics at local, state, regional, national, and international meetings and conferences.
Sean earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree and Certificate of Public Management from the Willamette University, Atkinson Graduate School of Management. Sean is an ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and holds a PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Sean also holds a Secret level clearance granted by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Jeremy Azevedo

Chief Development Officer, West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office

With over a decade of experience working for the West Virginia Secretary of State, Jeremy Azevedo serves as the Chief Development Officer, leading technological initiatives that streamline state processes. Holding a degree in computer science from West Virginia University Institute of Technology, Jeremy has spearheaded AI-driven innovations and technical solutions within government services, enhancing efficiency and accessibility for citizens, businesses, and state agencies.

Jessica Byerly

National Conference Director, Government Technology

Jessica Wilkins Byerly is the National Conference Director at Government Technology. Over the past eight years, she has effectively led over 40 B2B events annually, including multi-day conferences, as the Director of Conferences and Events in the publishing industry. She is currently pursuing a BS in Business and Law from Western Carolina University. Jessica, who is an avid runner, is training for her first NYC Marathon.

Rex Edward Crouser II, CISSP

Assistant Treasurer of IT, Chief Information Officer, West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office 

Rex Crouser is the Assistant Treasurer of Information Technology and the Chief Information Officer for the West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office. In 2021, he was inducted in the EC-Council’s inaugural Certified Ethical Hacker Hall of Fame. He has won numerous awards and competitions for ethical hacking, social engineering, and penetration testing. He currently serves as the President of the FBI’s InfraGard Members Alliance program for the state of West Virginia.

Jon Cutler

Associate Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, Information Technology, Marshall University

Jon Cutler is the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Associate CIO at Marshall University in Huntington, WV. He received a Master of Science degree in Technology Management from Marshall University in 2003 and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Earlier positions at Marshall include Director of Systems Administration (2000-2009), Manager IT Service Desk (1999-2000), and Sr. Applications Systems Analyst Programmer (1997-1999). In his CISO role, he is responsible for the campus IT Information Security Program, participates in a variety of campus technology projects, and serves as a member of several campus committees. As an adjunct faculty member, he has taught cybersecurity classes in the College of Information Technology and Engineering. His professional interests and experience include network security, vulnerability assessment, identity and access management, endpoint security and device management, virtualization, and IT project management. In this spare time he enjoys tractoring and radio controlled aircraft.

Corey Foster

Chief Technology Officer, West Virginia Secretary of State's Office

With over 18 years of experience in technology, Corey Foster currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer for the West Virginia Secretary of State's Office. With 13 years at the office, Corey began as a Senior System and Network Administrator, where he developed expertise in system management and network security. In 2024, he was promoted to CTO, where he now leads technological innovations and strategic initiatives to enhance the office's operational efficiency.
Outside of his professional commitments, Corey has a passion for cars, metal fabrication, and home automation, reflecting his enthusiasm for technology and craftsmanship.

Hilary Gibson

Instructional Designer, Online Education and Certification, Marshall University

Hilary Gibson completed her undergraduate degree at Marshall University in 2013, earning a BA in Secondary Education. After leaving Huntington, she moved to Charleston and worked as a high school science teacher in the Kanawha County Schools for almost 10 years. During that time, she earned her Master’s in Instructional Design & Technology in 2017 from WVU. Her goal in working with the Marshall Online Education and Certification Team is to help foster an engaging and relevant student experience for all learners. She believes that education is so important and should be accessible for all. Hilary is also a member of the Marshall Skills Exchange microcredential development team. She works with faculty and industry partners to offer microcredential courses in areas of need around the region.

Sergio Ortega

AI/ML Business Development Lead, Amazon Web Services 

Sergio Ortega is an accomplished executive with 20+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, analytics, and public sector industries. He excels in driving organizational excellence, fostering inclusive cultures, and solving customer challenges. Sergio has 15+ years of experience in cloud computing, PaaS, SaaS, and solution selling, with expertise in program management and go-to-market strategies. Currently, he is the Business Development Lead for AI/ML WW Public Sector at Amazon Web Services. Previously, he held leadership roles at Microsoft, including Metaverse, IoT, Light Edge Azure Engineering Global GTM and Ecosystem Lead. Sergio holds advanced degrees in data science, business, computer science, and cybernetics. His extensive experience and academic credentials make him a valuable asset to any organization.

Casey Patterson

Program Director of NewForce, Generation West Virginia

Casey Patterson is the Program Director of NewForce, a program of Generation West Virginia. He spent the first decade of his career in higher education where he implemented strategic initiatives responsive to the needs of many stakeholders, including students, faculty, and employers. At GWV, he oversees NewForce, a tuition-free tech training program that aims to upskill West Virginians to fill jobs in the state's thriving tech sector. Since 2019, NewForce has successfully trained over 120 West Virginians so that they could begin a new, well-paying career in tech. He prioritizes collaboration and inclusion, realizing that having the right people at the planning table is critical to ensuring the success of any program or effort. He is a lifelong learner, fierce advocate for the development of non-technical skills, and proud West Virginia native.

David Tackett

Election Security Advisor. Region 3, Cybersecurity, and Infrastructure Security Agency

Dave Tackett serves as an Election Security Advisor (ESA) with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), assigned to Region 3 (DC . DE . MD . PA . VA . WV). Along with subject matter expertise in elections processes, procedures, and technologies, he brings to this role a foundation of relationships across Federal, State, and Local ecosystems, with a primary mission of helping stakeholders ensure safe and secure elections within the Region and across the United States. Prior to joining CISA, Dave had a 30-year Information Technology career that included 19 years at the West Virginia Secretary of State’s office, as an Elections Information Technology Specialist and as the Chief Information Officer.

Lori Tarr

Deputy Chief Privacy Officer, West Virginia State Privacy Office

Lori Tarr is the Deputy Chief Privacy Officer for the West Virginia Privacy Program. She joined the State Privacy Office in December 2016. Prior to this role, she worked as a health care financial analyst for 23 years at the West Virginia Health Care Authority. In her current role, she oversees incident management, reviews privacy impact assessments, conducts training for the program’s privacy officers and engages in multiple projects to grow the maturity of the privacy program. Currently she is serving on the West Virginia AI Task Force. She also provides guidance on privacy issues, supports the state-wide workforce training program for privacy and cybersecurity, and gives presentations to various agencies and groups about privacy and the State’s privacy program.
Lori is a graduate of the University of Central Florida, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Economics, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. She also is a Certified Information Privacy Manager from IAPP (previously the International Association of Privacy Professionals).

Jeremy Wolfe

Deputy Director / Risk Manager, West Virginia Board of Risk & Insurance Management

Mr. Wolfe became a Safety and Loss Control Specialist for the West Virginia Board of Risk and Insurance Management (BRIM) on September 16, 2004, and was promoted to the title of Loss Control Manager in January 2006. Prior to coming to BRIM, he was actively involved in safety programs in the construction industry, while employed by AK Steel and later Waste Tron Inc.
As part of his responsibilities, Mr. Wolfe has oversight of the Loss Control Department at BRIM. The Loss Control Department’s primary mission is to provide BRIM insured with information and other tools they may need to prevent and/or minimize, to the extent reasonable and possible, unnecessary and preventable losses and claims. This mission is accomplished through: Loss Control Consultation Services, Loss Control Educational and Outreach Services, and Loss Control Inspection Services.

Yueming Wu, Ph.D.

Director, West Virginia Department of Transportation, Information Technology Division, State of West Virginia

Dr. Yueming Wu works for the West Virginia Department of Transportation as the director of the Information Technology Division. Dr. Wu graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2002. He joined the West Virginia Department of Transportation in February 2010. Dr. Wu is a subject matter expert on Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Linear Referencing System (LRS), Program Management, Project Management, Functional Management, Strategic Planning, and System Integration. Dr. Wu is most interested in applying advanced geospatial technology to transportation functions such as Transportation Planning and Transportation Asset Management. One mission critical project that Dr. Wu is currently working on is the WVDOT Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation project. Through his 20+ years’ practice, Dr. Wu has won several ESRI Special Achievement in GIS Awards, published 10+ peer reviewed papers, and given numerous presentations at professional conferences. Dr. Wu sits on the American Association of State Highway and Transportation (AASHTO)Ware Task & Application Architecture (T&AA) Task Force, the Esri Roads and Highways (R&H) User Group Steering Committee, and the West Virginia GIS Steering Committee. Dr. Wu is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and a certified GIS Professional (GISP). Dr. Wu lives in Charleston, WV and he has been the president of the Chinese community in Charleston and Huntington area since 2018.

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Agenda

Tuesday, October 22
8:00 am Eastern	Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area Elk River Atrium / Grand Ballroom Pre-Function
9:00 am Eastern	Opening Remarks Grand Ballroom C Heather Abbott, Chief Information Officer, Office of Technology, State of West Virginia
9:15 am Eastern	Keynote – Transform Adversity into Advantage: How to Conquer Life's Hurdles Grand Ballroom C The world has become more difficult, and the challenges are bigger than ever. Adopting a “new normal mindset” is necessary to empower your team to navigate the challenges and opportunities through a contextual model to overcome adversity. How will you manage uncertainty? Is your team ready to embrace change? This session will provide a powerful and interactive message of resilience and perseverance that will inspire you to see change as an opportunity for growth. John Register, Inspirational and Motivational Speaker, Author, and Two-Time Paralympic Silver Medalist
10:15 am Eastern	Networking Break in the Exhibit Area Elk River Atrium / Grand Ballroom Pre-Function
10:45 am Eastern	Concurrent Sessions Blueprint for AI Strategies: Implementation for Future Impact Grand Ballroom B As AI becomes the backbone of modern government operations, understanding how to harness its power is a game-changer. Are you ready to lead your agency into the future by unlocking the full potential of AI? This session dives into the essentials of preparing your agency for AI implementation by discovering practical strategies for integrating AI into your existing frameworks. Moderator: Sean McSpaden, Government Technology Senior Fellow Corey Foster, Chief Technology Officer, Sr. System Administrator, West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office Hilary Gibson, Instructional Designer, Online Education and Certification, Marshall University Nathan Polk, Investment Manager, West Virginia Jobs Investment Trust Yueming Wu, Ph.D., Director, West Virginia Department of Transportation, Information Technology Division, State of West Virginia Tackling the Black Hole of Data Grand Ballroom A Feeling overwhelmed by data classification and governance? It can often seem like a black hole, consuming time and resources without clear results. It’s time to overcome these challenges and make your strategy more effective and resource-efficient! This session will introduce the essential building blocks for effective data management and explore AI-based tools and machine-learning techniques that can streamline data sorting and tagging. We'll discuss practical strategies like the 80/20 rule, which focuses on efficiently managing data, motivating teams to clean up data, and partnering with vendors to find the best tools. Moderator: Jessica Byerly, National Conference Director, Government Technology Amy F. Evans, Deputy IT Director, City of Beckley Brian Morgan, Vice President for Institutional Research and Planning and Chief Data Officer at Marshall University Lori Tarr, Deputy Chief Privacy Office, West Virginia State Privacy Office Cybersecurity Costs: Navigating the Financial Impact Grand Ballroom D Cybersecurity costs and the financial impact of data breaches are significant concerns for all organizations. However, proactive measures can be taken to lower protection costs and reduce risks. What are the current and future cost trends you need to understand? What are the implications of potential breaches? This session covers how to approach the expenses associated with risk assessment, annual security procurement, financial reporting and managing your digital footprint. Moderator: Jody Ogle, Supervisory Cybersecurity Advisor, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Timothy W. Conzett, Assistant Superintendent, Office of Data Management and Information Systems, West Virginia Department of Education Jon Cutler, Associate Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, Information Technology, Marshall University Jeremy Wolfe, Deputy Director / Risk Manager, West Virginia Board of Risk and Insurance Management Navigating WVOT Services (A Discussion for WV State Agencies who use WVOT Services) Grand Ballroom E Join senior leadership from the West Virginia Office of Technology (WVOT) for a discussion specifically for state agencies using WVOT services. This session will provide insights into the services, procedures, and best practices from a user’s perspective, helping agency representatives streamline their technology needs and navigate the available tools effectively.
11:45 am Eastern	Lunch Grand Ballroom C
12:45 pm Eastern	Bits and Bytes: Workforce Development in West Virginia's Digital Economy Grand Ballroom C Learn more about efforts to train and upskill the state's workforce to meet tech industry market demand. We will discuss strategic partnerships, employer relationships, curricular/content adaptability, and funding/incentives. Crucially, we will explore why filling local and regional tech roles with WV residents is so important for the social and economic livelihood of the state. Casey Patterson, Program Director of NewForce, Generation West Virginia
1:05 pm Eastern	Short Break Please proceed to the concurrent sessions.
1:15 pm Eastern	Concurrent Sessions AI in Action: Revolutionizing Government Operations through Automation Grand Ballroom A AI is not just a tool - it's a transformative force in the public sector, capable of automating processes and significantly boosting efficiency. Let’s explore the real-world applications of AI and discover how to leverage it for automation in government operations! This session will highlight the practical applications of AI within government operations, showcasing how it can revolutionize service delivery, streamline workflows, and improve decision-making. Moderator: David Tackett, Election Security Advisor. Region 3, Cybersecurity, and Infrastructure Security Agency Jeremy Azevedo, Chief Development Officer, West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office Reddy Bollineni, Director, 22nd Century Technologies Dr. Erika Klose, Director PK-12 Academic Support, West Virginia Department of Education Sergio Ortega, Business Development Lead, AIML/Generative AI, Amazon Web Services Jessica L. Sell, Vice President of Congressional Affairs & Community Outreach, ROC Guarding the Underdogs: Protecting Small Agencies from Cyber Threats Grand Ballroom D Local governments are at high risk of cyber-attacks but often lack sufficient cybersecurity funds. This makes it crucial for these agencies to stay vigilant and fully utilize the resources available to them. This session will provide real-world examples of the impact of cyber threats on smaller agencies and highlight key lessons learned. You'll discover how to engage local employees, conduct practical risk assessments in collaboration with Homeland Security, and leverage resources from the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) to strengthen your cybersecurity posture. Moderator: Sean McSpaden, Government Technology Senior Fellow Rex Edward Crouser II, Assistant Treasurer of IT, Chief Information Officer, West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office Lee Ayers, Director of Technology, Office of the West Virginia Attorney General “Dave” Earl Parsons, Cyber Security Advisor, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, US Department of Homeland Security Exclusive Briefing for Industry Partners Grand Ballroom B Hosted by: Heather Abbott, Chief Information Officer, Office of Technology, State of West Virginia
2:15 pm Eastern	Networking Break in the Exhibit Area Elk River Atrium / Grand Ballroom Pre-Function
2:45 pm Eastern	General Session – The State of AI in GovTech: Exploring the Future and Charting the Course Grand Ballroom C Presented 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. Sean McSpaden, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government/Center for Public Sector AI
3:45 pm Eastern	Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area Elk River Atrium / Grand Ballroom Pre-Function Network with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors.
4:15 pm Eastern	End of Conference Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.

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Advisory Board

Government Representatives

Heather Abbott
Chief Information Officer
Department of Administration, Office of Technology
State of West Virginia

Leroy Amos
Interim Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Administration, Office of Technology
State of West Virginia

Lee Ayers
Director of Technology
Office of the Attorney General
WV Office of the Attorney General

Chris Behre
Info Systems Manager
Homeland Security
WV State Police

Sam Calvert
Director of Administration
Department of Arts, Culture and History
State of West Virginia

Tim Conzett
Assistant Superintendent, Office of Data Management & Information Systems
Department of Education
WV Dept of Education

Rex Crouser
Chief Information Officer
State Treasurer's Office
State of West Virginia

Jon Cutler
Chief Information Security Officer
Marshall University
Marshall University

James Dixon
Director of Staff Development
Department of Administration, Office of Technology
State of West Virginia

Hussein Elkhansa
Chief Technology Officer
Information Technology Division and Performance Management Division, Department of Transportation
State of West Virginia

Corey Foster
Chief Technology Officer
Secretary of State
State of West Virginia

Jamie Hoffman
Economic Development Rep
Department of Commerce
State of West Virginia

Andy Malinoski
Public Information Specialist III
Department of Commerce, Development Office
State of West Virginia

Susan Martino
Special Project Coordinator
WV County
County Commissioners' Association of WV

John NIlles
Acting Chief Technology Officer
Department of Environmental Protection
State of West Virginia

Jonathan O'Quinn
IT Director
West Virginia Lottery
State of West Virginia

Melanie A. Pagliaro
Executive Director
WV County
County Commissioners' Association of WV

Sue Painter
Executive Director
Board of Registered Nurses
State of West Virginia

Jodie Penrod
Chief Information Officer
Marshall University
Marshall University

Meghan Shears
Chief Financial Officer
Department of Administration, Office of Technology
State of West Virginia

Cindy Smith
Deputy Chief Information Officer
Department of Administration, Office of Technology
State of West Virginia

Ashley Summitt
Chief Privacy Officer
State Privacy Office
State of West Virginia

Josh Tinnel
Interim Director of Network Infrastructure
Department of Administration, Office of Technology
State of West Virginia

Kwasi Toombs
IT Director
Department of Revenue
State of West Virginia

Steven White
Executive Director
West Virginia Network

Jeff Whitman
Director of Info Services
Office of Technology
WV Dept of Administration

Industry Representatives

Anthony Roppa
Senior Manager
Amazon Web Services

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Registration Information / Contact Us

Event Date: October 22, 2024

Open to Public Sector only.

Registration - Free

If you represent a Private Sector organization and are interested in Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact Heather Earney.

Contact Information

For registration and general assistance contact:

Sherri Tidwell
Government Technology
Phone: (916) 932-1382
E-mail: stidwell@erepublic.com

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Government Technology
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Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, contact:

Heather Earney
Government Technology
Phone: (916) 932-1339
E-mail: heather.earney@erepublic.com

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West Virginia Digital Government Summit 2024

Overview

A message from our Keynote Speaker

Speakers

John Register

Paralympic Games Silver Medalist, Persian Gulf War veteran, TEDx Motivational Speaker

Sean McSpaden

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Jeremy Azevedo

Chief Development Officer, West Virginia Secretary of State’s Office

Jessica Byerly

National Conference Director, Government Technology

Rex Edward Crouser II, CISSP

Assistant Treasurer of IT, Chief Information Officer, West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office

Jon Cutler

Associate Chief Information Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, Information Technology, Marshall University

Corey Foster

Chief Technology Officer, West Virginia Secretary of State's Office

Hilary Gibson

Instructional Designer, Online Education and Certification, Marshall University

Sergio Ortega

AI/ML Business Development Lead, Amazon Web Services

Casey Patterson

Program Director of NewForce, Generation West Virginia

David Tackett

Election Security Advisor. Region 3, Cybersecurity, and Infrastructure Security Agency

Lori Tarr

Deputy Chief Privacy Officer, West Virginia State Privacy Office

Jeremy Wolfe

Deputy Director / Risk Manager, West Virginia Board of Risk & Insurance Management

Yueming Wu, Ph.D.

Director, West Virginia Department of Transportation, Information Technology Division, State of West Virginia

Agenda

Tuesday, October 22

8:00 am Eastern

Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area

Elk River Atrium / Grand Ballroom Pre-Function

9:00 am Eastern

Opening Remarks

Grand Ballroom C

9:15 am Eastern

Keynote – Transform Adversity into Advantage: How to Conquer Life's Hurdles

Grand Ballroom C

10:15 am Eastern

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Elk River Atrium / Grand Ballroom Pre-Function

10:45 am Eastern

Concurrent Sessions

Blueprint for AI Strategies: Implementation for Future Impact

Grand Ballroom B

Tackling the Black Hole of Data

Grand Ballroom A

Cybersecurity Costs: Navigating the Financial Impact

Grand Ballroom D

Navigating WVOT Services (A Discussion for WV State Agencies who use WVOT Services)

Grand Ballroom E

11:45 am Eastern

Lunch

Grand Ballroom C

12:45 pm Eastern

Bits and Bytes: Workforce Development in West Virginia's Digital Economy

Grand Ballroom C

1:05 pm Eastern

Short Break

1:15 pm Eastern

Concurrent Sessions

AI in Action: Revolutionizing Government Operations through Automation

Grand Ballroom A

Guarding the Underdogs: Protecting Small Agencies from Cyber Threats

Grand Ballroom D

Exclusive Briefing for Industry Partners

Grand Ballroom B

2:15 pm Eastern

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Elk River Atrium / Grand Ballroom Pre-Function

2:45 pm Eastern

General Session – The State of AI in GovTech: Exploring the Future and Charting the Course

Grand Ballroom C

3:45 pm Eastern

Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area

Assistant Treasurer of IT, Chief Information Officer, West Virginia State Treasurer’s Office 

AI/ML Business Development Lead, Amazon Web Services 