Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit Area

Grand Ballroom Reception

Opening Remarks

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Jeff Clines, Chief Information Officer, Enterprise Technology Services, State of Wyoming

Keynote – Debrief to Win: Building Teams that Succeed in Disruption

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In times of turbulence and disruption, even the best teams can struggle to stay focused, aligned, and accountable. Overcoming these challenges requires a shift in mindset and the right leadership tools to create resilient, high-performing teams. Learn from a former U.S. Air Force Fighter Weapons School ("Top Gun") instructor how elite military teams succeed by centering on a shared mission, driving purpose, and embracing accountability as a path to growth, not blame. Walk away with actionable strategies and inspiring insights to help your teams thrive under pressure and achieve lasting success.

Robert “Shark” Garland, Speaker, Author, Elite Fighter Pilot, Inventor, Vmax Group

Bits and Bytes – Cybersecurity Everywhere: The Thread That Connects It All

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Cybersecurity is not a standalone topic but a critical foundation across every part of today’s program. From AI and data governance to privacy, compliance, and business continuity, security plays a role in every technology decision. As threats evolve, the focus is on building resilience, protecting services, and fostering shared responsibility across government. This session will highlight how cybersecurity connects the day’s key themes and why it must remain top of mind in every conversation.

Miguel Penaranda, Chief Information Security Officer, Enterprise Technology Services, State of Wyoming

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

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Concurrent Sessions

AI in Government: The Do’s, Don’ts and Guardrails That Matter

Wyoming Room A

AI is rapidly moving from hype to implementation across government, but success depends on getting the guardrails right. This session focuses on the do’s and don’ts of responsible AI, including where it can safely accelerate operations and where human judgment must remain in the loop. We’ll explore practical governance strategies such as policy frameworks, acceptable use, data protection, and vendor risk. Walk away with clear, actionable guidance to help your organization adopt AI confidently, securely, and responsibly.

Moderator: Chris Caskey, Technical Services Director, Converse County

Amy McLaughlin, Chief Information Officer, University of Wyoming

Nathan Tedjeske, Chief Innovation Officer, Department of Education, State of Wyoming

Rethinking Business Continuity in the Face of Disruption

Wyoming Room B

When disruption hits, whether from a cyberattack, system failure or natural event, can your organization continue to serve? This session explores how state and local leaders are shifting from traditional disaster recovery to true business continuity by aligning technology, operations and leadership to keep critical services running. Learn how to define essential functions, build practical continuity plans, navigate vendor and supply chain risks, and strengthen resilience with cybersecurity practices such as ransomware preparedness and coordinated response efforts.

Moderator: Timothy Walsh, Wyoming Cybersecurity Coordinator, Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Matthew Kelly, Director, Information Security, Network and Telecomm and Chief Information Security Officer, University of Wyoming

Jason Strohbehn, Deputy Chief Information Security Officer, Enterprise Technology Services, State of Wyoming

A Practical Guide to ADA Compliance

Wyoming Room C

Ensure your digital services are accessible to all before compliance becomes a risk. As Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards take hold, Wyoming state and local agencies are working to meet ADA requirements across websites, documents, and third-party platforms. This session offers a practical look at what compliance requires and how to close gaps in decentralized, resource-constrained environments. Learn how to assess your current posture, use tools including AI for remediation, strengthen vendor accountability, and build sustainable accessibility practices that support security, data governance, and digital trust.

Jesse Ballard, Deputy Chief Information Officer and Director of IT Operations, University of Wyoming

Eileen Hill, IT Director, Natrona County

Tracy Patton, Support Services Manager, Enterprise Technology Services, State of Wyoming

Lunch

Bits and Bytes – Privacy, Policy, and Practice: Wyoming’s Next Chapter

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Wyoming’s newly passed Data Privacy Bill (Senate File 20) marks a turning point in how government manages, protects and uses data and it impacts everyone in the room. This session breaks down what the law means in practice, from statewide implementation and data classification standards to governance, templates and accountability across agencies and local governments. Learn how Wyoming is approaching privacy alongside data quality, security and utilization and why this effort matters for the future of digital government.

Drew Dilly, Chief Data Officer, Enterprise Technology Services, State of Wyoming

Short Break

Please proceed to the concurrent sessions.

Concurrent Sessions

Beyond the Buzz: How Government is Actually Using AI Today

Wyoming Room A

AI is moving beyond experimentation into real, everyday use across government. This session highlights practical use cases that are driving value today, from streamlining service delivery and analyzing large data sets, to improving response times and enhancing decision-making. Hear how agencies are applying tools already at their fingertips to solve real problems, increase efficiency and better serve constituents. We’ll also explore what successful implementation looks like, including lessons learned, workforce impacts, and how to move from ideas to action. Walk away with tangible examples and inspiration you can apply in your own organization.

Moderator: Paris Edeburn, Chief Technology Officer, Wyoming Community College Commission

Brian Clark, Network Coordinator, Casper College

Becky Oswald, Brand Integration Sr. Manager, Wyoming Office of Tourism

Relationships First: Strengthening IT’s Voice and Value

Wyoming Room B

In today’s environment of constrained resources, rapid innovation and rising expectations, IT leaders must do more than deliver technology, they must build trust and shared understanding across agencies, legislatures and elected officials. This session explores how to strengthen relationships and elevate IT from a support function to a strategic partner by clearly communicating value and aligning with business needs. Learn practical approaches to break down silos and translate complex initiatives like AI, cybersecurity, and digital services into stories that resonate with non-technical audiences. Walk away with strategies to keep IT top of mind and positioned to help shape decisions, not just support them.

Moderator: John Wood, Chief Information Officer, Central Wyoming College

Anna Jacknitsky, Chief of Communications and Public Relations, Enterprise Technology Services, State of Wyoming

Nicholas Wignall, Enterprise Architect, Enterprise Technology Services, State of Wyoming

Exclusive Briefing for Industry Partners

Wyoming Room C

Hosted by: IT Leaders from the Wyoming Enterprise Technology Services Department

Networking Break in the Exhibit Area

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General Session – WyNOT? Rethinking State & Local Partnership

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Close out the day with a forward-looking conversation on partnership, possibility and progress - WyNOT? This session explores how state, county, city, and education leaders can move beyond silos to build practical, trusted collaborations that deliver real results for residents. From shared services and cybersecurity coordination to data, transportation and digital identity initiatives, panelists will spotlight what’s working today, what’s still theoretical and what it will take to turn ideas into action. Expect candid insights, cross-jurisdiction perspectives and a call to action: if the opportunity is there — WyNOT partner?

Moderator: Jordan Wilkins, National Conference Director, Government Technology

Amy McLaughlin, Chief Information Officer, University of Wyoming

Networking Reception in the Exhibit Area

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Network with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event sponsors.

End of Conference

Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.