Illinois Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Illinois 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 Digital Government Summit is a valuable opportunity for public sector leaders from across Illinois government to come together and share ideas that move us forward. Each year, the conversations here help us better understand emerging needs, strengthen collaboration, and explore practical ways technology can improve service delivery for the residents and communities we serve. I look forward to the continued exchange of insights that helps us build a more responsive, secure, and innovative government.
- Brandon Ragle, Secretary and State Chief Information Officer, State of Illinois
Crowne Plaza Springfield - Convention Center
3000 South Dirksen Parkway
Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 529-7777
Crowne Plaza Springfield - Convention Center
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Jason Barth
Chief Operating Officer
Department of Innovation and Technology
State of Illinois
Wes Bell
Manager
City of Altamont
Jason Bowen
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Innovation and Technology
State of Illinois
Christopher Britten
Assistant Secretary; Deputy State CIO, Solution Delivery and Engagement
Department of Innovation and Technology
State of Illinois
Carl Conner
Associate Director
IT Security & Compliance
University of Illinois
Bill Downing
Chief Enterprise Architect
Department of Innovation and Technology
State of Illinois
Terance Henry
Director
City of Marion
Jenifer Johnson
Chief of Staff
Department of Innovation and Technology
State of Illinois
Robert Kerr
Executive Director
University of Illinois at Springfield
Mark Little
Chief Information Officer
Peoria County
Brandon Ragle
Secretary and Chief Information Officer
Department of Innovation and Technology
State of Illinois
Stephen Rounds
IT Director
City of Peru
Brad Smith
Chief of Enterprise Application Services
Department of Innovation and Technology
State of Illinois
Lori Sorenson
Chief Technology Officer
Department of Innovation and Technology
State of Illinois
Industry Representatives
Kathryn McGirk
Client Advocate
Google Public Sector
Khelan Patel
Principal
Deloitte
Abrar Shaikh
Illinois Client Account Lead
Accenture
Eric Westberg
Technology Client Leader
Technology
IBM Corporation
Jackie White
Major Account Manager, SLED
Fortinet
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: November 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:
Lindsay Anthis
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1495
E-mail: lanthis@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