Name: Wisconsin Digital Government Summit 2024
Start: 2024-12-05T08:00
Location: Monona Terrace Community and 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 Wisconsin Digital Government Summit again this year! This event is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for government and industry staff to come together to learn and share. Working collaboratively has been a powerful way to align ourselves, develop solutions to problems, introduce new strategies, and fuel collaboration within Wisconsin. Please join us as we meet for a day of thought-provoking discussions and networking.

– Trina Zanow, Chief Information Officer, State of Wisconsin

Speakers

Scott Klososky

Technologist, Futurist, Humanist, Author and Consultant

As a founding partner of digital strategy firm, Future Point of View (FPOV), Scott lives on the leading edge of technology and innovative thinking. Scott speaks to large audiences worldwide about the intersection of humanity and the Digital Transformation. Through FPOV, Scott provides advisory work for clients including Fortune100, SMB’s and government entities. This work has driven him to develop unique concepts such as the HUMALOGY® Scale for measuring the amount of human or machine involved in a system or process, and the Rivers of Information® process for building learning eco-systems. He also pioneered a framework for looking accurately into the future of an industry sector in order to set organizational strategy: The High Beam process.
Scott co-founded Alkami Technology (ALKT), the developer of a second-generation online banking platform with innovative features non-existent in current systems. The company went public in 2021 at a $3billion valuation and is today headquartered in Dallas with over 350 employees.
Scott is recognized globally for his unique ability to accurately predict future digital trends and explain the logic behind why these will alter the current status quo of the economy and society. While business application of his insights is extremely valuable to leaders and companies, he is also motivated help improve the impact post Covid environments are having on people and their daily lives. Technology has been increasingly driving change and stress and recent events are amplifying this problem. He has a unique perspective on how to manage the personal toll technology is causing people, teams and organizations.
Even as a young child, Scott was destined to see the world through a Humalogy® lens. His father was a programmer for Boeing and his mother was a counselor who mixed many philosophies into her practice of helping people in life. To this day, he is a hybrid of a technologist and humanist who strives to find a hopeful future in blending the two.
Scott has the ability to entertain, inspire, and enlighten audiences, while helping them gain new perspectives about how technology is impacting us. Scott never does a canned presentation with the exact content across events. He sets himself apart from other speakers by architecting his content with the latest examples, current events and trends relevant for the keynote he is delivering.
He is equally adept at giving large stage keynotes, speaking to small boards of directors, facilitating half and full day workshops, and doing break-out sessions. As an added bonus of his presentations, attendees come away learning how to be a better facilitator, speaker or presenter by seeing Scott use different applications and technologies to engage audiences either in a virtual, hybrid or in person setting. The best measure of his ability to inspire and inform audiences is the high percentage of speaking clients who bring him back for follow up work with their audiences.
He produces a podcast titled “The Digital Optimist” in which he delivers ideas about the transformation of humanity through the impact of technology with a positive and hopeful lens. He also writes a blog titled Digital Awakening – both can be found at his website at www.klososky.com.

Dan Lohrmann

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government 

Daniel J. Lohrmann is an internationally recognized cybersecurity leader, technologist, keynote speaker and author. He led Michigan government’s cybersecurity and technology infrastructure teams from May 2002 to August 2014, including as enterprise-wide chief security officer (CSO), chief technology officer (CTO) and chief information security officer (CISO). During his distinguished career, he has served both the public and private sectors in a variety of executive leadership capacities including advising senior leaders at the White House, National Governors Association (NGA) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Throughout his career he has received numerous national awards including CSO of the Year, Public Official of the Year and Computerworld Premier 100 IT Leader.

David Aspinall

Director of Infrastructure Support Bureau, GM IoT Security, Palo Alto Networks

Anna Christenson

PII Manager, Information and Data Security, Department of Natural Resources, State of Wisconsin

Anna serves as the PII Manager for the Department of Natural Resources. She earned her degree in Industrial Engineering and a certificate in Risk Management from Kansas State University. Anna began her career as a Technical Solutions Engineer at Epic, before moving to a Senior Implementation Lead role at an ERP software start-up. She joined the DNR in August 2023 and is currently leading the implementation of a data governance program.

Jayson Dunn

Executive Government Advisor, Amazon Web Services

Jayson is a public sector technology subject matter expert with 20 years of city and county government experience. Prior to joining AWS Jayson served as the Chief Information Officer for the City of Cincinnati where he led the city’s enterprise technology department, chaired the city’s IT Governance Board, and managed the city’s capital budget and project approval processes. Jayson also has a background in public safety technology having served as a county 911 and Emergency Communications Director, as well as experience in the private sector as a Business Analysis Manager responsible for technology contracts and procurements totaling $350 million in annually.

Sarah Edgerton

Chief Information Officer, City of Madison

Sarah Edgerton brings more than 20 years of information technology experience to her role as the Chief Information Officer, where she oversees the City of Madison’s Information Technology (IT) Department. She is committed to providing the highest quality customer service for Madison residents through the use of technology.
Prior to her role as the IT Director, Sarah was the City’s Web Manager, a position she held for 10 years. As the City’s Web Manager, she oversaw the development of digital government services to be sufficiently designed to reach community members and to improve how residents interact with government.
In Sarah’s current role, she leads strategic planning, oversight and management of city-wide IT operations, budget, infrastructure and digital programs and initiatives.

David Faust

Assistant Information Technology Director, City of Madison

Dave brings more than 40 years of experience in the technical sector to his role as the Assistant Director of Information Technology (IT) for the City of Madison. Dave is committed to ensuring the technology used to support City operations is of the highest quality and that best practices are followed to serve Madison residents in a secure and efficient manner.
Prior to his role as the Assistant Director of IT, Dave has done everything from mainframe programming, to designing a wired cable network infrastructure, implementing client-server computing, and overseeing all aspects of application software development, including the City’s website for the City of Madison.
In Dave’s current role, he assists the IT Director and serves as the IT operations manager providing oversight to all aspects of internal operations of the department.

Srinivas Gadi

Section Chief, Converged and Cloud Provisioning Services Section, Division of Enterprise Technology , Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Srini Gadi is a seasoned IT leader with experience driving digital transformation and enhancing operational efficiency for organizations across various industries (Govt, Banking, Travel, Digital Wallet Services...etc). Currently serving as Management Information Chief at the State of Wisconsin, he specializes in developing innovative technology solutions that align with business goals.
With a solid background in core infrastructure and application hosting, software development, cloud computing, and cyber security, Srini has successfully led numerous projects resulting in significant cost savings, improved service delivery, and increased customer satisfaction.

Patti Havlicek

Associate Director – Office of Cybersecurity - Risk Management & Compliance (RMC), University of Wisconsin – Madison

Patti has had a focus on Customer Relationship Building and Technology throughout her career.  She joined the Higher Education segment at UW-Madison in 2009.  Her initial role interacted with students, parents, faculty, and staff as the campus DoIT Tech Store Supervisor.  After 8 years in this role, Patti moved to UW-Madison Network Services to broaden her understanding of network support including both LAN and WAN environments.  In January 2020, Patti was asked to join the Office of Cybersecurity Team when the previous Deputy CISO made a career change.  This was an area where Patti had limited knowledge or certification but was asked to focus on the management of the staff and the relationship we had with campus partners.  Now, 4 years later, Patti continues to address Security Regulations impacting UW-Madison (NSPM-33, CMMC, CUI, etc.), has maintained a security risk assessment team with focus on HIPAA, PCI, Cloud and AI services.  We assess risk for our campus partners and will continue to support the security posture of the UW-Madison campus.

Becky Hoefs

Enterprise IT Sourcing Section Chief, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Becky Hoefs is the Enterprise IT Sourcing Section Chief for the Wisconsin Department of Administration, State Bureau of Procurement. Utilizing 28 years’ experience in state government, Becky supervises the State Bureau of Procurement's (SBOP) Enterprise Information Technology (IT) Sourcing Section and is responsible for directing the development of statewide and agency specific contracts for IT services, telecommunications acquisitions, IT hardware and software equipment, printing contracts, and other commodity areas such as copiers and multi-function devices. In addition, Becky oversees IT related purchasing activities for all state agencies and university campuses to ensure compliance with statutes and administrative code.

Brian Kreklau

Chief Technical Officer, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Brian Kreklau is the Chief Technical Officer for the State of Wisconsin within the Department of Administration in the Division of Enterprise Technology (DET).  He focuses on ensuring initiatives meet business requirements and align with enterprise strategy.  Brian has over 20 years of public service experience serving multiple roles in both Wisconsin and Arizona and began this role in July of 2023.  He is well respected for his technical knowledge, his dedication to his work, and for his desire to make the organization successful.  Brian has been involved in strategy and implementation of key initiatives like Generative AI, NG911, FirstNet, Enterprise Multi-Factor Authentication, and Application Modernization efforts.

Sarah K. Larson, Esq.

Legal Counsel, Division of Legal Services, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Sarah Larson is an Attorney Supervisor in the Wisconsin Department of Administration’s (DOA) Division of Legal Services where she oversees DOA’s public records request process and serves as the primary legal counsel to DOA’s Division of Enterprise Technology (DET). In her technology-related legal practice, Sarah advises the state CIO and CISO about privacy law, data governance, AI, contracting and procurement, statutory compliance, and the modernization of electronic records management in the hybrid workforce. A thought leader in privacy and AI best practices, Sarah represents Wisconsin at the National Association of Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) Summits and serves on the multi-agency AI work group arising out of the Governor’s AI Task Force.
Before DOA, Sarah worked for 20 years at the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ), including four years in DOJ’s Office of Open Government where she advised government agencies and the public about the public records law and open meetings law. Sarah also worked for 16 years in DOJ’s Criminal Appeals Unit where she frequently presented statewide trainings for prosecutors and law enforcement. Passionate about protecting the privacy of crime victims, Sarah also helped shape the legal landscape in Wisconsin by briefing over 350 appellate cases and arguing nine cases at the Wisconsin Supreme Court, resulting in over 20 published court opinions.

Christopher Mende

Head of Customer Engineering Google Public Sector, SLED Central

Christopher leads a team of public sector technologists across the central US who leverage Cloud capabilities to tackle government, education and citizen challenges. He actively engages with state local organizations, guiding them on their journey to the Cloud and AI.
As a facilitator within the Google Cloud Innovation Labs team, Christopher employs a customer-centric methodology to help bring innovative concepts to life. Combining cutting-edge Google technologies with an organization’s mission, he drives meaningful advancements.
An advocate for the responsible use of AI, he serves as a Google Principles Pioneer, whose responsibility is to ensure products are free of bias. He has served on several governmental AI advisory teams, including currently on Wisconsin’s 2024 Legislative AI Council Study Committee to help enable a prosperous and thriving future for all.

Jason Neilitz

Chief Information Officer, Sokaogon Chippewa Community

Jason Neilitz is a highly accomplished executive with over 20 years of experience in technology, tribal enterprises, agriculture, and construction services. As the Chief Information Officer for the Sokaogon Chippewa Community, he leads IT initiatives that support 20 tribal departments, implementing governance frameworks and optimizing technology systems.
Throughout his career, Jason has demonstrated a strong ability to integrate diverse teams, foster strategic partnerships, and develop internal processes that drive competitive advantages. His experience spans managing multi-million-dollar projects, establishing long-term business relationships, and enhancing operational efficiency through technology. Known for his creativity, professionalism, and positive attitude, Jason specializes in staff empowerment, team motivation, and skill development.
Before joining the Sokaogon Chippewa Community, Jason held leadership roles at Grow Haven, Wolf River Valley Seeds, and One Prospect Technologies, where he contributed to business development, IT infrastructure, and operations management.

Niko Ruud

Division Administrator, Professional Credential Processing Department of Safety and Professional Services, State of Wisconsin

Niko Ruud was appointed Division Administrator for the Division of Professional Credential Processing in January 2023. In this capacity, Niko leads a team responsible for managing initial and renewal applications for health, business, and trades professionals; providing legal support to the division; and overseeing the agency’s call center operations.
In 2022, the Division of Professional Credential Processing launched LicensE, an online, self-guided occupational license application platform initially focused on health credentials. Under Niko’s leadership, the division fully adopted this platform for health credentials and subsequently expanded it to include business and trade credentials.
Prior to his current role, Niko served as State Director for the Comprehensive Health and Wellness Program at the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs. Earlier in his career, he was on active duty in the U.S. Air Force, where he led maintenance teams across three assignments. His final active-duty role was as an International Programs Officer and French Instructor at the U.S. Air Force Academy.

IT System Analyst, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Antariksh Sharma is an IT Systems Analyst at the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC), where he leads initiatives to modernize digital infrastructure and integrate AI for real-world impact. With expertise in emerging technologies, Antariksh drives projects across business development, compliance, and marketing, focusing on using Generative AI to improve public services.
As lead of WEDC’s AI Early Adopters Group, he collaborates with teams to prioritize AI workflows and provide impactful training. Antariksh is committed to the ethical application of AI in government, championing solutions that enhance data quality and service efficiency for Wisconsin’s communities.

Natalie Sisto

Managing Director, Accenture

Natalie leads Talent & Organization services for the Public Service industry at Accenture. She is a mission-inspired and results-driven leader with experience serving over 40 higher education, nonprofit, and federal and state government organizations. As a Managing Director, she helps clients reinvent work and talent practices, develop strategies, design operating models and organizations, and foster economic and workforce development. Together with her clients, Natalie helps clear organizational obstacles and unlock team potential for sustained mission impact.  Natalie also serves her community, serving in a trustee position for nine years with Alvis, a globally renowned community-based corrections reentry organization, and serving on the Community Board for COSI, an internationally esteemed science center.

Lance Spranger

Chief Information Officer, Waukesha County

Lance is the Chief Information Officer for Waukesha County. Skillfully steering Countywide strategic technology initiatives, Lance is at the forefront of enabling change leadership. His expert teams are trusted partners, renowned for delivering and supporting positive outcomes through technology innovation.

Christopher Stotesbery

Section Chief, Network Access Management, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Chris Stotesbery is the Network Access Management Section Chief for the State of Wisconsin within the Department of Administration in the Division of Enterprise Technology (DET), Bureau of Infrastructure Support. He focuses on continued support and future development of network and network access security, identity access control, and cyber security infrastructure for the State of Wisconsin’s Enterprise.
With nearly 20 years serving the State of Wisconsin in Information Technology services as a contractor and full-time employee, Chris has worked in numerous IT positions across multiple state agencies. His skill set and knowledge within the IT community have been an incredible asset to the State of Wisconsin.
Chris is focused on robust, flexible, secure infrastructure environments to protect all state applications, services, and the ability to safely connect, access, or participate with the state’s citizens. He guided multiple inter-agency teams in securing citizen identities, file transfer systems, next-generation firewall solutions, virtual private networks, enforcement of multifactor solutions, and network access control around all state office buildings.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse and a Master of Science from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.

Greg Vanevenhoven

Vendor Management, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Greg Vanevenhoven supervises the Vendor Management Team within the Division of Enterprise Technology, where he focuses on strengthening both current and future vendor relationships. He also assists with contract administration efforts and vendor escalations. Prior to joining the State of Wisconsin, he worked in private practice with a firm in Northeastern Wisconsin.

Nick Winston

Senior Director Product Strategy, Tyler Technologies

Nick Winston is Senior Director of Product Strategy for the Digital Solutions Division of Tyler Technologies. Nick has a deep understanding of the industry trends and user demands for the Resident Engagement Platform. In his role he serves as Tyler’s subject matter expert on resident engagement, defines the business strategy and guides product roadmaps. Nick joined Tyler in 2019 and primarily works for the division headquarters in Overland Park, Kansas.

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Agenda

Thursday, December 5
8:00 am Central	Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area Grand Terrace
9:00 am Central	Opening Remarks Madison Ballroom Trina Zanow, Chief Information Officer/Division Administrator, Division of Enterprise Technology, State of Wisconsin
9:15 am Central	Keynote – The Age of Digital Disruption: Moving Forward, Faster Madison Ballroom Technology 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 Central	Networking Break in the Exhibit Area Grand Terrace
10:45 am Central	Concurrent Sessions Beyond the Hype: GenAI for Real-World Impact Hall of Ideas E/H By leveraging GenAI, the public sector can improve efficiency, personalize services, and make data-driven decisions. However, implementing GenAI requires careful consideration of data, privacy, ethical use, and establishing clear guidelines along with governance to ensure responsible deployment. This session will provide practical takeaways, showcasing real-world success stories and actionable steps including successes in using GenAI to enhance public services. Moderator: Franz Mussared Varga, Software Development Director, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Adilson Jardim, Vice President Public Sector Engineering, Salesforce Christopher Mende, Head of Customer Engineering, SLED Central, Google Cloud Antariksh Sharma, IT System Analyst, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Real-World Modernization One Step at a Time Hall of Ideas F/I Modernization in the public sector encompasses various strategies, from adopting cloud services, AI, automation, and containers to making subtle process improvements for long-term gains. The goal is to transform operations and enhance public services while keeping everything accessible! This session will delve into practical approaches to modernization, showcasing how continuous improvement can drive both efficiency and innovation within government operations. Moderator: Srinivas Gadi, Section Chief, Converged and Cloud Provisioning Services Section, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Branden Bellanca, Vice President, CGI Jeff Darby, Veterans Program Supervisor, Division of Veteran Benefits, Bureau of Program Services, State of Wisconsin Jayson Dunn, Executive Government Advisor, Amazon Web Services Niko Ruud, Division Administrator, Professional Credential Processing Department of Safety and Professional Services, State of Wisconsin Maintaining Balance with Privacy and Security Hall of Ideas G/J In the public sector, ensuring both privacy and security is a delicate balancing act oftentimes handled by different roles in the organization. As governments handle vast amounts of sensitive data, the challenge lies in protecting that data from breaches while respecting the privacy rights of citizens. This session will examine the intersection of privacy and security, discussing best practices for managing sensitive information, implementing robust security measures, while navigating the ethical/legal implications. Moderator: Barry West, IT Director, Waushara County Stacie Ashby, Chief Privacy Officer, Department of Revenue, State of Wisconsin Anna Christenson, PII Manager, Information and Data Security, Department of Natural Resources, State of Wisconsin Sarah K. Larson, Esq., Legal Counsel, Division of Legal Services, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Today’s Talent, Tomorrow’s Opportunity for Growth Meeting Room M/N Positioning staff (or yourself!) for growth and development within the public sector is key to building a resilient and dynamic workforce. Upskilling and ‘stretch assignments’ to build confidence are only the beginning when creating an environment that prioritizes growth and helps individuals expand their comfort zone. Offering mentorship and creating a clear pathway for career progression also ensures sustained engagement and long-term success. This session will focus on tools to explore new roles, develop skills, and thrive in an evolving workforce landscape. Moderator: Greg Vanevenhoven, Vendor Management, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Sarah Edgerton, Chief Information Officer, City of Madison Vaishnavi Mannar, Mainframe Transaction and Application Tools Supervisor, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Natalie Sisto, Managing Director, Accenture Amy Voliva, Human Resources Director, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Tech Wisdom: Best Practices for Local and Tribal Governments Meeting Room L/K Local governments face unique challenges when implementing and adopting new technologies. This session will provide best practices for effectively integrating technology to enhance operations, improve constituent services, and ensure data security. Topics will include leveraging state contracts and services, cloud solutions, implementing cybersecurity measures, utilizing data analytics for informed decision-making, and fostering a culture of innovation. Learn strategies for managing limited budgets, engaging stakeholders, and navigating the complexities of digital transformation. Moderator: Lance Spranger, Chief Information Officer, Waukesha County Michael Bastianelli, Chief Information Officer, Kenosha County Becky Hoefs, Enterprise IT Sourcing Section Chief, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Jason Neilitz, Chief Information Officer, Sokaogon Chippewa Community
11:45 am Central	Lunch Madison Ballroom
12:45 pm Central	Bits and Bytes – Simplifying Digital Identity with MyWisconsin ID Madison Ballroom As digital interactions grow, ensuring secure and seamless access to government services is essential. This session covers MyWisconsin ID, the state’s single sign-on solution designed to streamline access to the State’s digital services. Learn how this secure identity verification system enables citizens to manage multiple government services with one login, reducing complexity while enhancing security. MyWisconsin ID is also used for organizations doing business with the state. Explore its implementation process, benefits for user experience, and how it is positioning Wisconsin at the forefront of digital account identity solutions. Christopher Stotesbery, Section Chief, Network Access Management, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Britny Williams, Director of Infrastructure Support Bureau, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin
1:05 pm Central	Short Break Please proceed to the concurrent sessions.
1:20 pm Central	Concurrent Sessions The Evolution of Constituent Engagement Hall of Ideas E/H Citizen engagement is evolving rapidly with advancements in technology and communication strategies. Technologies such as telephony innovations, chatbots, and digital portals can be pivotal in facilitating more efficient, accessible, and ongoing communication with constituents. This session will cover current and future trends for improving constituent engagement, ensuring that governments can meet the needs of their communities in an ever-changing landscape. Moderator: Brian Kreklau, Director of Technical Architecture Bureau, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Amanda Mosel, Customer Service Bureau Director, Department of Revenue, State of Wisconsin Joe Patterson, Director, Bureau of Publishing and Distribution, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Nick Winston, Senior Director Product Strategy, Tyler Technologies Connecting the IoT Dots for Government Hall of Ideas F/I With the increasing complexity and variety of IoT devices, it's essential to stay ahead of potential threats and vulnerabilities. How do you manage these devices wisely while ensuring a secure government environment? Where do fiber, connectivity, and BEAD money come into play? This session will study the challenges of managing and securing IoT devices, from smart home integrations to biomedical equipment. Learn how to balance limited resources and implement cost-effective controls while managing the total cost of ownership. Moderator: David Faust, Assistant Information Technology Director, City of Madison David Aspinall, Director of Infrastructure Support Bureau, GM IoT Security, Palo Alto Networks Jon Bosche, Staff Engineer, Fortinet Omid Karbassi, Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Transportation, State of Wisconsin Troy Stairwalt, Chief Information Security Officer, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin Data Strategy Decoded Hall of Ideas G/J Data is at the heart of every organization’s digital strategy and getting it in order is crucial for success. How do you build a robust data strategy on a limited budget while translating these practices into future success? This session will investigate the key components of an enterprise data strategy, focusing on data management/records management, literacy, governance, privacy, classification, and protection. We'll discuss how to get everyone on the same page regarding data practices and what steps to take next. Moderator: Alex Fortney, IT Director, Public Service Commission, State of Wisconsin Lessons in Business Continuity and Resilience Meeting Room M/N In today’s interconnected landscape, ensuring business continuity is critical, especially with the reliance on complex supply chains and multiple vendors. How do you restore services efficiently and maintain continuity in the face of unforeseen challenges? This session will explore how to manage supply chain risks, strengthen vendor relationships, and implement effective patch management. Learn from real-world incidents as we delve into strategies for improving resilience, establishing robust incident response teams, and minimizing the negative impacts of disruptions. Moderator: Patti Havlicek, Associate Director – Office of Cybersecurity - Risk Management & Compliance (RMC), University of Wisconsin – Madison Jennifer Mueller, Chief Information Security Officer, Department of Health Services, State of Wisconsin Paul Neff, Chief Information Security Officer, Division of Libraries and Technology, Department of Public Instruction, State of Wisconsin Tim Neubeck, IT Director, City of Whitewater Steve Ranis, Chief Information Security Officer, University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire Exclusive Briefing for Industry Partners Meeting Room L/K Hosted by: Monty Cordell, Deputy Division Administrator for Enterprise Services, Division of Enterprise Technology, State of Wisconsin Neeraj Kulkarni, Chief Information Officer & IT Director, Dept. of Workforce Development, State of Wisconsin James Sylla, Deputy Division Administrator for Enterprise Operations, Division of Enterprise Technology, State of Wisconsin Trina Zanow, Chief Information Officer/Division Administrator, Division of Enterprise Technology, State of Wisconsin
2:20 pm Central	Networking Break in the Exhibit Area Grand Terrace
2:40 pm Central	General Session – The State of AI in GovTech: Exploring the Future and Charting the Course Madison Ballroom 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. Dan Lohrman, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government
3:40 pm Central	Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area Grand Terrace Network with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors.
4:15 pm Central	End of Conference Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.

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Advisory Board

Government Representatives

Karen Arriola
Chief Information Officer
Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
State of Wisconsin

Herb Britsch
Chief Information Officer
Department of Justice
State of Wisconsin

Dean Butler
IT Director
Department of Health Services
State of Wisconsin

Monty Cordell
Deputy Division Administrator, Enterprise Services
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

Chris Diller
GIS Administrator
Department of Military Affairs
State of Wisconsin

Sarah Edgerton
Chief Information Officer
City of Madison

Tom Flitter
Chief Information Officer
Wisconsin Court System
State of Wisconsin

Alex Fortney
IT Director
Public Service Commission
State of Wisconsin

Jennifer Grinder
Communications Specialist, DET
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

David Henke
Chief Information Officer
Information & Technology Management Division
City of Milwaukee

Steven Hopper
Associate Vice President, Chief Information Officer
University of Wisconsin

Jeannie Jeanetta
JFHQ, Chief of Staff J5
WI Airforce National Guard
State of Wisconsin

Amy Kaup
Director
Information Technology
Wood County

Mike Kessenich
Chief Information Officer
Department of Transportation
State of Wisconsin

Gerard Klein
Director, Information Technology
City County Information Technology Commission
City of Wausau/Marathon County

Ricki Koinig
Chief Information Officer
Department of Natural Resources
State of Wisconsin

Brian Kreklau
Director of Technical Architecture Bureau, DET
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

Neeraj Kulkarni
Chief Information Officer
Dept. of Workforce Development
State of Wisconsin

Keene Marin
IT Director
Housing & Economic Development Authority
State of Wisconsin

Andrea Middleton
Project Coordinator
League of Wisconsin Municipalities

Lucas Munz
Chief Information Officer
Department of Public Instruction
State of Wisconsin

Ed Murphy
Associate VP & CISO
Office of Information Security
University of Wisconsin System

Jason Neilitz
Chief Information Officer
Sokaogon Chippewa Community

Rick Offenbecher
Chief Information Officer
Department of Revenue
State of Wisconsin

John Parshall
Information Technology Director
La Crosse County

Joe Patterson
Director, Bureau of Publishing and Distribution
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

Joshua Robbins
Information Technology Director
Economic Development
State of Wisconsin

Jim Schumann
Section Chief, IT Governance
Department of Corrections
State of Wisconsin

Lance Spranger
Chief Information Officer
Waukesha County

Troy Stairwalt
Chief Information Security Officer/Director of Security Bureau
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

James Sylla
Deputy Administrator, DET Enterprise Operations
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

Steve Van Der Weide
Director of District Attorney IT Bureau, DET
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

Aaron Vanden Heuvel
IT Director
Office of State Public Defenders
State of Wisconsin

Greg Vanevenhoven
Supervisor, Vendor Management
Division of Enterprise Technology
WI Dept of Administration

Barry West
IT Director
Waushara County

Britny Williams
Director of Infrastructure Support Bureau, DET
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

Trina Zanow
Chief Information Officer/Division Administrator, DET
Department of Administration
State of Wisconsin

Industry Representatives

Amy Amegashie
Senior Account Manager
Amazon Web Services

Chris Bradley
Wisconsin Account Lead
Accenture

Brad Johnson
Major Account Manager
Fortinet

Kristin Storhoff
Account Executive, State and Local Government
Google Cloud

Chelsey Wolfstor
Director of Operations
Tyler Technologies

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Event Date: December 5, 2024

Open to Public Sector only.

Registration - Free

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Contact Information

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Government Technology
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Government Technology
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E-mail: heather.earney@erepublic.com

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Wisconsin Digital Government Summit 2024

Overview

A message from our Keynote Speaker

Speakers

Scott Klososky

Technologist, Futurist, Humanist, Author and Consultant

Dan Lohrmann

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

David Aspinall

Director of Infrastructure Support Bureau, GM IoT Security, Palo Alto Networks

Anna Christenson

PII Manager, Information and Data Security, Department of Natural Resources, State of Wisconsin

Jayson Dunn

Executive Government Advisor, Amazon Web Services

Sarah Edgerton

Chief Information Officer, City of Madison

David Faust

Assistant Information Technology Director, City of Madison

Srinivas Gadi

Section Chief, Converged and Cloud Provisioning Services Section, Division of Enterprise Technology , Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Patti Havlicek

Associate Director – Office of Cybersecurity - Risk Management & Compliance (RMC), University of Wisconsin – Madison

Becky Hoefs

Enterprise IT Sourcing Section Chief, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Brian Kreklau

Chief Technical Officer, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Sarah K. Larson, Esq.

Legal Counsel, Division of Legal Services, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Christopher Mende

Head of Customer Engineering Google Public Sector, SLED Central

Jason Neilitz

Chief Information Officer, Sokaogon Chippewa Community

Niko Ruud

Division Administrator, Professional Credential Processing Department of Safety and Professional Services, State of Wisconsin

Antariksh Sharma

IT System Analyst, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation

Natalie Sisto

Managing Director, Accenture

Lance Spranger

Chief Information Officer, Waukesha County

Christopher Stotesbery

Section Chief, Network Access Management, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Greg Vanevenhoven

Vendor Management, Division of Enterprise Technology, Department of Administration, State of Wisconsin

Nick Winston

Senior Director Product Strategy, Tyler Technologies

Agenda

Thursday, December 5

8:00 am Central

Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area

Grand Terrace

9:00 am Central

Opening Remarks

Madison Ballroom

9:15 am Central

Keynote – The Age of Digital Disruption: Moving Forward, Faster

Madison Ballroom

10:15 am Central

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

Grand Terrace

10:45 am Central

Concurrent Sessions

Beyond the Hype: GenAI for Real-World Impact

Hall of Ideas E/H

Real-World Modernization One Step at a Time

Hall of Ideas F/I

Maintaining Balance with Privacy and Security

Hall of Ideas G/J

Today’s Talent, Tomorrow’s Opportunity for Growth

Meeting Room M/N

Tech Wisdom: Best Practices for Local and Tribal Governments

Meeting Room L/K

11:45 am Central

Lunch

Madison Ballroom

12:45 pm Central

Bits and Bytes – Simplifying Digital Identity with MyWisconsin ID

Madison Ballroom

1:05 pm Central

Short Break

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government 

Sarah K. Larson, Esq.