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Join us at the Oklahoma Digital Government Summit for a day of innovation and collaboration! This event will showcase the latest advancements, effective strategies, and creative solutions designed to enhance services for all Oklahomans. At the state, we understand that collaboration is key and we are dedicated to sharing our insights with non-state agencies. If you're an IT leader working in City, County, Education, or Tribal organizations, mark your calendar for December 9th and meet us in downtown Oklahoma City!
– Aleta Seaman, Interim Chief Information Officer, State of Oklahoma
Monday, December 9 |
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8:00 am Central |
Registration and Morning Refreshments in the Exhibit AreaOklahoma Station Prefunction |
9:00 am Central |
Opening RemarksOklahoma Station Ballrooms 4/5Aleta Seaman, Interim CIO, Office of Management and Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma |
9:10 am Central |
Keynote – Transform Adversity into Advantage: How to Conquer Life's HurdlesOklahoma Station Ballrooms 4/5The world has become more difficult, and the challenges are bigger than ever. Adopting a “new normal mindset” is necessary to empower your team to navigate the challenges and opportunities through a contextual model to overcome adversity. How will you manage uncertainty? Is your team ready to embrace change? This session will provide a powerful and interactive message of resilience and perseverance that will inspire you to see change as an opportunity for growth. John Register, Inspirational and Motivational Speaker, Author, and Two-Time Paralympic Silver Medalist |
10:10 am Central |
General Session – The Great Debate: Convenience vs. SecurityOklahoma Station Ballrooms 4/5The intersection between end user workflow and cybersecurity is often left out of the conversation about how to create a more secure environment. Authentication and authorization are tied hand in hand with zero trust architecture. How do we help support identity management when teams need to move laterally between networks? How do we make this easier for our teams, but harder for hackers? This session identifies ways to help design the human element of cybersecurity strategy. Moderator: Sean McSpaden, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government Brandon Bowman, State Programs Director, Oklahoma Rural Water Association James Juarez, Chief Technology Officer, Department of Corrections, State of Oklahoma Jun Kim, Director of Technology, Moore School District Leslie Weaver, Chief Technology Officer, Office of Management & Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma |
10:45 am Central |
Networking Break in the Exhibit AreaOklahoma Station Prefunction |
11:15 am Central |
Concurrent SessionsThe Balancing Act for AI: Possibility and ResponsibilityOklahoma Station Ballroom 3As AI advances in the public sector, it promises to enhance services, drive innovation, and boost efficiency. As stewards of public trust, government organizations must prioritize responsible AI deployment, considering cyber risks, such as social engineering, deepfakes, and more sophisticated threats. This session explores realistic perspectives on AI's evolving role in government, focusing on harnessing its potential safely while mitigating emerging threats, and ensuring successful outcomes. Moderator: Jeff Maxwell, Director of Computer Science and Mathematics, Oklahoma City University Paula Starr, Chief Information Officer, Cherokee Nation Government Kamna Bohra, Public Sector AI Strategy and Enablement Lead, EY Carlos Rivero, Executive Government Advisor, Amazon Web Services Guardians of the Data Galaxy: Mastering Data StewardshipOklahoma Station Ballroom 6In today's world of data reliance, governments face escalating challenges in managing, protecting, and effectively leveraging their data. The convergence of data governance, risk management, and compliance is paramount as organizations strive to harness the full potential of their data for public service. Discover best practices, key responsibilities, and strategies to ensure sensitive information is properly managed, validated, and protected, while providing the right intelligence necessary to move the mission forward. Moderator: Tristan Kilgore, State Data Strategy Manager, Enterprise Data Driven Services, State of Oklahoma Jun Kim, Director of Technology, Moore School District Bailey Siber, Senior Program Manager, Office of Innovation, City of Oklahoma City Tim Davis, Director of GTM, Data Security, Palo Alto Networks Optimizing Partner RelationshipsOklahoma Station Ballroom 7To ensure the delivery of successful, consistent services and the efficient use of taxpayer dollars, cooperative, mutually beneficial IT partnerships are crucial for state and local governments. Skill and experience are needed to align the right IT solutions to fit current and future business strategies, functional requirements, technical specifications and budgets. Hear benchmarking strategies on optimizing partner relationships and outsourcing agreements, focusing on key aspects such as contract negotiation, performance monitoring, compliance, and risk mitigation. Moderator: Ayana Wilkins, Senior Director of Enterprise Systems, Office of Management & Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma Shawn Ingle, Executive Director of Technology, Edmond School District Dan Pease, Chief Information Officer, Tulsa County Lloyd Levine, National Sr. Executive, State Government Strategy, T-Mobile The Future to Be: Inter-Government Collaborations and ResourcesOklahoma Station Ballroom 8In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and evolving citizen expectations, the need for seamless cooperation among different government entities has never been more crucial. But what does that actually look like? How can we better leverage the combined power of federal, state and local thought leadership and opportunities to address common challenges? This session will dive into the challenges we face as public sector leaders, such as mandates, compliance, resources, and more – and further explore best practices and practical tactics to help you succeed. Moderator: Sean McSpaden, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government Adam Rogers, Director of Technology Services, Oklahoma State School Boards Association Matt Runkle, Data Engineering Manager, Office of Management & Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma Nathan Wald, CAM Administrator, Office of Management and Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma |
12:15 pm Central |
LunchOklahoma Station Ballrooms 4/5 |
1:00 pm Central |
Bits and Bytes – Resilience in Action: OMES's Response to the CrowdStrike IncidentOklahoma Station Ballrooms 4/5The Oklahoma Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES) is set to share critical insights into effective incident response, communication strategies, and the vital role of resilience in the wake of the CrowdStrike incident earlier this year. This case study presentation will outline OMES's approach to incident management, detail the strategies employed to expedite service restoration and provide insight into how the State of Oklahoma responded to the unprecedented circumstances. Greg Lee, Incident Manager, IT Operations, Office of Management and Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma Kim Baciles, Senior Security Engineer, Oklahoma Cyber Command, Office of Management and Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma |
1:30 pm Central |
Short BreakPlease proceed to the concurrent sessions. |
1:35 pm Central |
Concurrent SessionsFuture-Proofing IT: Strategies for Resilience and ContinuityOklahoma Station Ballroom 3In today’s unpredictable world, the continued operation of government services in a disaster is critical, and safeguarding digital infrastructure and data has never been more important. Public sector organizations must collaborate to build resilience against diverse disruptions such as natural disasters and cyber threats. What lessons have we learned from past incidents that could be applied to future preparedness? This session provides an in-depth exploration of continuity of operation plans and highlights best practices in IT continuity and recovery. Moderator: Michael Toland, Chief Information Security Officer, Office of Management & Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma Sara Cobb, Director of Information Technology, City of Edmond James LeClair, Emergency Management/Safety Coordinator, Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians Dylan Higgs, Government Sales Manager, OPSWAT The Citizen Experience: Enhancing Data-Sharing InteroperabilityOklahoma Station Ballroom 6In an increasingly interconnected world, the seamless sharing of data and promoting interoperability across different systems and platforms is crucial for enhancing the constituent experience. Interoperability creates the opportunity for diverse systems and organizations to work together to ensure maximum accessibility. This session will focus on the importance of data-sharing interoperability, highlight strategies and initiatives, and explore how effective data integration can improve public services and their impact on citizens. Moderator: Stephen Miller, Chief Technology Officer & State Coordinator for Health Information Exchange, OK Health Care Authority Scott Carr, Director of Information Technology, City of Broken Arrow Erin Henry, Director, Information Services, OK State Bureau of Investigation Sam Woodfork, Chief Information Officer, Cleveland County Jim Lawson, Director, Product Management, Portage CyberTech Finding, Keeping, and Growing Today’s IT WorkforceOklahoma Station Ballroom 7As the workforce landscape evolves, attracting and retaining top talent has become a critical challenge for organizations, especially the public sector. The modern workforce values flexibility, purpose-driven work, and opportunities for growth more than ever before. Where can the public sector find new talent to fill critical roles? What are the collaborative opportunities for educational institutions and government agencies to bridge the workforce gap? How do we motivate and upskill our existing teams to meet the needs of an ever-evolving tech environment? This session shares creative tactics and strategies for establishing, retaining, and fostering a diverse, future-ready workforce. Moderator: Adam Rogers, Director of Technology Services, State School Boards Association, State of Oklahoma Mark Davis, Chief Innovation Officer, Employment Security Commission (OESC), State of Oklahoma Emily Gise, Grow with Oklahoma Program Director, Office of Management and Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma Sonya Watkins, Chief Information Officer, University of Central Oklahoma Exclusive Briefing for Industry PartnersOklahoma Station Ballroom 8Hosted by: Amanda Otis, State Purchasing Director, Central Purchasing Division, Office of Management and Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma Nathan Wald, CAM Administrator, Office of Management and Enterprise Services, State of Oklahoma |
2:35 pm Central |
Networking Break in the Exhibit AreaOklahoma Station Prefunction |
3:05 pm Central |
General Session – The State of AI in GovTech: Exploring the FutureOklahoma Station Ballrooms 4/5Presented by the Center for Public Sector AI, this keynote presentation delves into the present status of Artificial Intelligence in the GovTech sector, offering a detailed examination of AI's applications within state and local governments. We will explore AI's potential future paths in GovTech, highlighting emerging trends and discussing how technology and policy leaders can prepare for AI's impact on service delivery. We will address starting points for AI implementation, stressing the importance of collaboration, ethical considerations, and equitable technology access. This forward-looking talk will equip attendees with a thorough understanding of AI's trajectory in GovTech, providing practical insights to effectively leverage AI for public sector innovation and advancement. Sean McSpaden, Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government |
4:00 pm Central |
Networking Reception in the Exhibit AreaOklahoma Station PrefunctionNetwork with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors. |
4:30 pm Central |
End of ConferenceConference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change. |
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Paul Caesar
Chief Information Security Officer
Oklahoma Turnpike Authority
Bonnie Campo
Director of Outreach and Account Management
Office of Management & Enterprise Services
State of Oklahoma
Scott Carr
Director of Information Technology
City of Broken Arrow
Sara Cobb
Director of Information Technology
Information Technology Department
City of Edmond
Dayne Coffey
Director, Information Technology
Oklahoma County
Linda Drink
Director of Technology Service Assurance
Tulsa Public Schools
Judy Franco
Information Technology Director
City of Lawton
Darren Fritz
Director of Information Technology Operations
City of Tulsa
Chad Fuston
Assistant Director of IT
State Regents for Higher Education, OneNet
State of Oklahoma
Jessica Gateff
Deputy Director of Data Services
Office of Management & Enterprise Services
State of Oklahoma
John Hennessey
Chief Information Officer and Executive Director, OneNet
State Regents for Higher Education, OneNet
State of Oklahoma
Erin Henry
Director, Information Services
Bureau of Investigation
State of Oklahoma
Eric Hileman
Executive Director
Information Technology Services
Oklahoma City Public Schools
Shawn Ingle
Executive Director of Technology
Edmond School District
Kyle Janzen
Chief of Business Enterprises
Healthcare Authority
State of Oklahoma
Chris Keller
Executive Officer and Chief Information Officer
Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma
Jun Kim
Director of Technology
Moore School District
James LeClair
Emergency Management/Safety Coordinator
Otoe-Missouria Tribe of Indians
Jeff Maxwell
Director of Computer Science and Mathematics
Oklahoma City University
Jebessa Mosisa
Technology Division Director
District Attorney's Council
State of Oklahoma
Dan Pease
Chief Information Officer
Tulsa County
Tab Pierce
Chief Technology Officer
Transportation Cabinet
State of Oklahoma
Adam Rogers
Director of Technology Services
State School Boards Association
State of Oklahoma
Paula Starr
Chief Information Officer
Cherokee Nation
Michael Toland
Chief Information Security Officer
Office of Management & Enterprise Services
State of Oklahoma
Destiny Washington
Digital Content Coordinator and Outreach
Office of Management & Enterprise Services
State of Oklahoma
Sonya Watkins
Chief Information Officer
University of Central Oklahoma
Leslie Weaver
Chief Technology Officer
Office of Management & Enterprise Services
State of Oklahoma
Ayana Wilkins
Senior Director of Enterprise Systems
Office of Management & Enterprise Services
State of Oklahoma
Daniel Nicolotti
Managing Director
EY
Brad Stone
Enterprise Account Manager
Amazon Web Services
Sean Welsh
Account Executive
T-Mobile for Government
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