Ohio Digital Government Summit 2026
Overview
The Ohio 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.
Ohio’s commitment to innovation continues to position our state as a leader in using technology to improve how government serves our residents. Through strong collaboration with partners across state and local government, we are advancing initiatives in cybersecurity, digital services, artificial intelligence, data management, and other emerging technologies. Join us at this year’s Ohio Digital Government Summit to explore new ideas, learn from peers, and take advantage of the educational sessions and connections that help drive better outcomes for the people of Ohio.
- Katrina Flory, Chief Information Officer, State of Ohio
Agenda
Greater Columbus Convention Center
400 North High Street
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 827-2500
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Advisory Board
Government Representatives
Charles Ash
Chief Information Officer
Department of Transportation
State of Ohio
Sugumar Balasubramanian
Chief Information Officer
Department of Taxation
State of Ohio
Drew Buenger
Chief Information Officer
Department of Natural Resources
State of Ohio
Michael Carmack
Chief Information Officer
Department of Education and Workforce
State of Ohio
Brittaney Carter
Chief Information Officer
Department of Children and Youth
State of Ohio
Tina Chubb
Chief Information Officer
Department of Insurance
State of Ohio
Remard Colston
Administrator - InnovateOhio Platform
DAS Office of Information Technology
State of Ohio
Jon Cook
Chief Information Officer
Department of Agriculture
State of Ohio
Elizabeth Crowe, Ph.D.
Chief Innovation & Technology Officer
Department of Innovation and Technology
City of Cleveland
Susie Daily
Chief Information Officer
Delaware County
Katrina Flory
State Chief Information Officer
DAS Office of Information Technology
State of Ohio
Adam Frumkin
Chief Information Officer
Franklin County Data Center
Franklin County
Jim Gibbs
IT Director
City of Solon
Brian Hernandez
Chief Information Officer
Department of Youth Services
State of Ohio
Kurt McDowell
Chief Information Officer
Legislative Information Systems
State of Ohio
Sam Orth
Director of Technology
City of Columbus
David Potts
Chief Information Officer
Auditor of State
State of Ohio
Kannan Ramanujam
Chief of Application Services
DAS Office of Information Technology
State of Ohio
Jasmine Ramaradjou
Chief Information Officer
Department of Public Safety
State of Ohio
Stephanie Reeves
Chief Information Officer
Ohio EPA
State of Ohio
Shawn Robinson
Chief Information Officer
Department of Development
State of Ohio
Kimberly Roy-Wilson
Director
Information Technology and Services
City of Cleveland
Parvinder Singh
Chief Information Officer
Ohio Secretary of State
State of Ohio
Mark Smith
Chief Information Officer
Department of Job and Family Services
State of Ohio
Anupam Srivastava
Chief Information Officer
Department of Administrative Services
State of Ohio
Jeff Swan
Chief of Infrastructure Services
DAS Office of Information Technology
State of Ohio
Sean Ware
Director
Enterprise Technology Solutions
City of Cincinnati
Vanitha Zacharias
Administrator - Investment & Governance
DAS Office of Information Technology
State of Ohio
Industry Representatives
Gerald Anderson
State of Ohio Technology Sales Leader
State of Ohio
IBM
Joe Daw
Cybersecurity SE-Architect
Fortinet
Daniel Poliquin
Principal
Deloitte
Aman Singh
Managing Director
Accenture
Dustin Strayer
Senior SLED Account Manager
Lumen
Registration Information / Contact Us
Event Date: September 10, 2026
Open to Public Sector only.
Registration Fee per person: $50
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:
Timiko Watkins
Government Technology
A division of e.Republic
Phone: (916) 932-1314
E-mail: twatkins@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