Maryland Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Maryland 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.
College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
3501 University Blvd East
Hyattsville, MD 20783
(301) 985-7300
College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Erica Bathras
Chief of Infrastructure
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
James Cash
Deputy Chief Information Officer
Department of Human Services
State of Maryland
Tejal Cherry
Chief Information Officer
Longitudinal Data System Center
State of Maryland
Tom Deluca
Chief Technology Officer
Baltimore County
Andrew Drummond
Director of Accessibility
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Shawn Fritz-Rushing
Chief Information Officer
Department of Education
State of Maryland
Major Tawn Gregory
Assistant Bureau Chief & Chief Information Officer
State Police
State of Maryland
Natalie Harris
State Chief Data Officer
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Marcy Jacobs
Deputy Secretary, Chief Digital Experience Officer
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Venkat Koshanam
Chief Information Officer
Health Benefit Exchange
State of Maryland
Melissa Leaman
Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Erik Lyon
Portfolio Officer
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Christopher Martin
Director
Office of Information Technolgy
Baltimore County
Patrick Mcloughlin
Executive Director, MD THINK
State of Maryland
Nathan Miller
Communications Specialist
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Patrick Mulford
Chief of Staff
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Matt Otwell
Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Health
State of Maryland
Caterina Pangilinan
State Chief Privacy Officer
State of Maryland
Stephen Pereira
Chief Information Officer & Director
Calvert County
James Saunders
State Chief Information Security Officer
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Katie Savage
Secretary of Technology
State of Maryland
Jason Silva
Deputy Chief Technology Officer of Platform Services
Department of Information Technology
State of Maryland
Dave Sloan
Chief Information Officer
Department of Human Services
State of Maryland
Regina Tillery
Director and Deputy Chief Information Officer
Department of Commerce
State of Maryland
Wei Yang
Chief Information Officer
Maryland State Archives
State of Maryland
Anna Yankova
PMO Specialist
Health Benefit Exchange
State of Maryland
Industry Representatives
Brianna Lawrence
Chief of Staff, Public Markets
Public Market
IBM
Shannon Pierce
Director of Operations
Tyler Technologies
Sangita Shaha
Managing Director
Accenture
Kristen Twyman
Account Executive Director
Public Sector
Socure
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: June 16, 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:
Sherri Tidwell
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1382
E-mail: stidwell@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