Kentucky Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Kentucky 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.
When public servants come together, we spark ideas that can transform communities. The Kentucky Digital Government Summit provides a space for technologists from the state and local level, in collaboration with industry partners, to innovate and catalyze positive change for those we serve. I hope you’ll join us as we explore emerging technologies, share insights, and develop digital strategies to shape a smarter, more connected future for all Kentuckians.
- Liz Rodgers, Chief Information Officer, Lexington Fayette Urban County Government
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Lexington, KY 40511
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Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Jim Barnhart
Chief Information Officer
Commonwealth Office of Technology
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Dr. Cody Bumgardner
Director
Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence
University of Kentucky College of Medicine
David Carter
Deputy Chief Information Officer
Commonwealth Office of Technology
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Derek Clark
Manager, Electronic Records Branch
Department for Libraries and Archives
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Joshua Cress
Vulnerability Mitigation Engineer
City of Louisville
Wendy Dixie
Chief Information Officer
Information Technology
Kentucky State University
Richard Harris
Chief Information Officer
Hardin County School District
Chris Iseral
Director, Information Technology
Information Technology
Madison County
Amy Johns
Director of Technology
Fayette County Public Schools
Matt Jury
Director, Chief Technology Officer
Department of Education
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Russell Mays
IT Director
Lincoln Trail Area Development
Aaron Miller
IT Director
Hardin County
Jessica Ramsey
Director
Technology Services
Kenton County
Liz Rodgers
Chief Information Officer
Lexington Fayette Urban County Government
Chris Seidt
Director
Information Technology
Louisville Metro Government
Phil St. John
Chief Technology Officer
Deparment of Revenue
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Paul Stewart
Director of Technical Services
Lexington Fayette Urban County Government
Stephanie Williams
Contracting Officer
Commonwealth Office of Technology
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Rick Woodruff
Executive Director - Office of Infrastructure Services
Commonwealth Office of Technology
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Jerry Wright
Director, Division of Network Services
Commonwealth Office of Technology
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Industry Representatives
Nate Schneemann
Account Executive
Socure
James Thaxton
Director
Strategic Accounts - SLED NC
Tanium
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: June 9, 2026
Open to Public Sector only.
Registration Fee per person: $20
Registration by credit card only; no billing.
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:
Amanda Wallace
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1315
E-mail: awallace@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