Public Sector Network Presents:

Government Innovation California

Transforming the Golden State through Innovation and Technology

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

350

Projected registrations

37

inspiring speakers IN 2023

27

engaging partners in 2023

3

dedicated Tracks

What’s In Store for 2024

As the world’s fifth-largest economy, California is uniquely positioned as a global innovation leader. Californian government entities are increasingly adopting new positions that align with innovation and transformation: Technology, Innovation, Security, and Privacy Officers, to name a few. Continued expansion of digital services – operationally and resident-facing – connects more people to the vital services that California government entities provide. 

What best practices can be shared to turn threats into opportunities? How can the public sector work with intentionality to ensure internal and external collaborators’ voices are heard and their needs are met? Where can strategic partnerships be created to streamline and strengthen collaboration? And how can your organization contribute? 

Public Sector Network’s third-annual Government Innovation California event will bring together government change-makers from across the Golden State and neighboring region to explore, debate, and share transformative insights related to technology, data, cybersecurity, people, and process. Join this dynamic conversation to help catalyze innovation throughout State and Local government! 

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Look Back at 2023’s Program

Benefits of Attending

Gain insights into emerging technologies and practices that are transforming California
government

Explore the latest insights on developing and implementing strategies & structures to drive
transformation.

Attend one of two dedicated tracks dealing with innovation in the spheres of Data &
Technology-or- Digital Transformation/CX and Cybersecurity

2024 Expert Speakers

Ben Kirshner Chief Transformation Officer Office of the Governor Office Transformation and Opportunity

MOHAMMED AL RAWI
Chief Information Officer,
Public Defender’s, Office County of Los Angeles

David Partsch, Chief Data Officer, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

MAISHA DOTTERY
Chief Information Officer,
California Department
of Social Services & PSN Advisory Board Member

Kenneth Hess Deputy Secretary for Procurement Department of General Services at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

WENDY WEAVER
Chief Information Officer,
California Department of Conservation

Ellen Strom Chief Accessibility Officer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

JENNIFER CHAN
Chief Information Officer,
California State Lottery

David Partsch, Chief Data Officer, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

JENNIFER ELLIOT
Risk & Privacy Officer,
California Environmental
Protection Agency
(CalEPA)

Kenneth Hess Deputy Secretary for Procurement Department of General Services at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

JAMES REGAN
Deputy Secretary,
Workforce Development,
California Government
Operations Agency

Ben Kirshner Chief Transformation Officer Office of the Governor Office Transformation and Opportunity

SERENITY THOMPSON
Deputy Director – Digital Services,
California Department of Motor Vehicles

Ellen Strom Chief Accessibility Officer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

SARAH SOTO-TAYLOR
Deputy Secretary of
Business Transformation,
California Government
Operations Agency

David Partsch, Chief Data Officer, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

JEFF NEWTON
Chief Deputy of
Operations,
California Geological
Survey

Kenneth Hess Deputy Secretary for Procurement Department of General Services at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

ADAM DONDRO
Agency Chief Information Officer,
California Department
of Health and Human
Services

Ben Kirshner Chief Transformation Officer Office of the Governor Office Transformation and Opportunity

JENNIFER BENSON
Chief Information
Security Officer,
Financial Information
Systems for California
(FISCal)

Ellen Strom Chief Accessibility Officer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

REBECCA KAUMA
Director, Digital Equity,
County of Los Angeles

David Partsch, Chief Data Officer, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

DAVID NORONHA
Chief Information Officer,
California Department of Insurance

Kenneth Hess Deputy Secretary for Procurement Department of General Services at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

SUZIE ROBERTSON CHANGUS
Chief Assistant General Manager,
California Prison Industry Authority

Kenneth Hess Deputy Secretary for Procurement Department of General Services at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

TONYA DIGIORNIO
Director of IT
El Dorado County, CA

Kenneth Hess Deputy Secretary for Procurement Department of General Services at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

RON HUGHES
Deputy Director, EDDNext Modernization & Innovation
State of California Employment Development Department

David Partsch, Chief Data Officer, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

DOUGLAS LEONE
Cybersecurity Division Chief, Information Technology
State of California, Employment Development Department

Kenneth Hess Deputy Secretary for Procurement Department of General Services at Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

THOMAS BOON
Chief Information Officer
CA Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development

Discussing the Most Current Topics

#Innovation

#Data & Analytics

#Equity

#Technology

#Automation

#Cybersecurity

#Digital & CX

#Enterprise Infrastructure

What Your Registration Includes

LIVE PRESENTATIONS

Hear from public sector leaders about the latest trends and explore how to instantly apply these insights and gain unique perspectives

NETWORKING

An opportunity to engage with your peers from across the state in dedicated networking sessions, interactive roundtable discussions and meal breaks

TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

Hear  from leading solutions providers in the government space as they explore key technologies to improve citizen services

ON-DEMAND

Receive on-demand access to session content on the complimentary Public Sector Network social learning platform

Location

Sacramento, California

Sacramento, California

Public Sector Network will closely monitor COVID-19 regulations in accordance with the advice from the Government and local health authorities to ensure the safety of everyone attending the event physically.

The event was positive and valuable. Good presentations, good selection of vendors, and excellent opportunities to network with vendors and other public servants.

2024 Sponsorship Opportunities

Showcase Your Thought Leadership

Take the stage alongside senior State and Local government leaders who are leading the way in IT, data, innovation, transformation, procurement, technology, digital, and citizen experience from across California.

Build Your Network

Engage with over 300 public sector leaders from across all levels of government in California. Multiple networking opportunities exist to ensure you can promote your Brand and establish key connections.

An Interactive Experience

Highlight solutions to the key challenges facing the public sector in California in our immersive exhibitor hall, engaging keynote presentations, interactive roundtables and other onsite activations.

2023 Event Partners

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Explore Last Year’s Content

2023 Post-Event Report

Discover the highlights and insights from Government Innovation California 2023 in our comprehensive post-event report. Dive into the key takeaways, survey insights, attendee profiles, and notable speakers that shaped the event’s discussions on transforming government through human-centered technology initiatives.

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2023 Post-Event Highlights

Relive the excitement of Government Innovation California 2023 with our dedicated post-event page. Explore the event’s highlight reel, replay sessions from the event, delve into survey insights and emerging public sector trends, and browse through the captivating event gallery to experience the transformative discussions and connections that took place.

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Look into the visual journey of Government Innovation California 2023 through our event gallery. Immerse yourself in the vibrant snapshots capturing the engaging sessions, dynamic networking, and memorable moments that defined the event’s exploration of human-centered technology initiatives in the public sector.