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Steering Committee

Michael Washington
Deputy Commissioner – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility
New York Department of Civil Service
What’s In Store for 2024
As the state of New York continues to navigate an era of unprecedented change, this year’s Innovation Showcase is dedicated to fostering a landscape of innovation that pushes New Yorks public services towards increased efficiency and effectiveness, with a diverse workforce that is future ready.
This year’s program will feature leaders from New York’s civil service who will come together and share their experiences and lessons learned with piloting new and innovative programs, transformation, modernization, equitable access to services, leveraging legacy technologies, data-driven government culture, and engaging more actively with communities. The event will prioritize driving change and building a more dynamic and responsive public sector in New York who is future-ready in a time of continual change.
Thought-leaders, policy makers, technology experts, and frontline public service will come together and connect; discussing new ideas, sharing insights, and showcasing innovative solutions aimed at enhancing public administration and services, and ensuring high-level, equitable citizen experience.

2023 Event Highlights
Supporting Partner


2024 Featured Speakers

Dru Rai
Chief Information Officer & Director
Office of Information Technology Services

Timothy Hogues Commissioner, New York State Department of Civil Service & President, Civil Service Commission

R. Christopher West
First Deputy Superintendent
New York State Police

Jennifer Lorenz
Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer
New York State Office of Information Technology Services

Colin Brady
Chief Information Officer
Office of the New York State Comptroller

Lauren Grasso
Chief Risk Officer
New York State Department of Taxation and Finance

Alaa Moussawi
Chief Data Scientist
New York City Council

Michael Washington
Deputy Commissioner – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility
New York Department of Civil Service

Tina Kim
Deputy Comptroller – State Accountability
Office of the New York State Comptroller

Heidi Travis
Deputy Chief Customer Officer
NYS Teachers’ Retirement System

Jacob Morrison
Deputy Commissioner Dutchess County
Office of Central and Information Services

Jessica Rowe
Deputy Commissioner – Merit System Operations
New York Department of Civil Service

Nicole Keith
Director – Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Department of Civil Service

Seb Formoso
Chief Information Officer
City University of New York

Brian Digman
Chief Information Officer
State University of New York

Fran Reiter
Executive Director
NYS Forum

Heather Orth
Director – Office of Strategic Planning and Innovation
New York State Department of Civil Service

Jesse Gardner
Director – Design System & Research
New York State Office of Information Technology Services

Jessica Houle
Director – Digital Service
New York State Office of General Services

Dan Santangelo
Field CIO & Senior Executive Strategist
ServiceNow

Lisa Jones-Huff
Senior Director, Solutions Architecture
Elastic

Aaron King
Solutions Engineer
Anthology

Cynthia Bowles
Senior Account Executive
Atlassian

John Gambaro
Sales Director
Freshworks

Simon Woodford
Director of Sales, SLED US Public Sector
OpenText

Jeromey Farmer
Americas Data & AI Advisory Lead
Avanade

Christy Nelson
Americas Modern Work Lead
Avanade

Jason Cheng
SOC Customer Advisor and USMC Veteran
Rapid7
Benefits of Attending
Gain insights into emerging technologies and practices that are transforming New York’s government.
Explore the latest insights on developing and implementing strategies & structures to drive transformation and digital equity.
Attend one of two dedicated tracks examining Innovation & Technology-or- Digital Transformation & CX
Discussing the Most Current Topics
#Innovation
#Data & Analytics
#Equity
#Technology
#Automation
#InformationSecurity
#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
2024 Event Partners
Information Technology & Services
Enterprise

OpenText
Helping you tackle the most complex digital transformation programs with confidence Learn More
Automation, Cloud & Computing, Data Management, Enterprise Software , Information Management System
Enterprise

Accenture LLP
Accenture LLP is committed to create lasting change at the intersection of technology and human ingenuity for our business and communities. Learn More
Consulting, Cybersecurity, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Services, Information Technology & Services, Management Consulting
Enterprise

Avanade
Avanade is the leading provider of innovative digital, cloud and advisory services, industry solutions and design-led experiences across the Microsoft ecosystem. Learn More
AI/ML, Business & Digital Transformation, Cloud & Computing, Cybersecurity, Digital Government & CX
Enterprise, Medium
Digital learning, Education Management, E-Learning, Training & Education
Enterprise
AI/ML, Data Analysis, Document Management, Information Management System
Enterprise

Atlassian
Impossible Alone | Atlassian powers the collaboration that helps teams accomplish what would otherwise be impossible alone. Learn More
Software
Enterprise
Application Management, Automation, Cloud & Computing, Cybersecurity, DevSecOps, Information Technology & Services, Managed Services
Enterprise, Medium, Not for Profit
Enterprise Software , Information Technology & Services
Enterprise
Digital Government & CX, Enterprise & IT Solution Architecture, Human Resources/Personnel, Information Technology & Services, Security
Enterprise
Cybersecurity
Enterprise

Iron Mountain ANZ
Iron Mountain offers scalable records management, intelligent digitisation, automation, and asset lifecycle management solutions for the public sector. Elevate the power of your work. Learn More
Advisory, AI/ML, Asset Management, Automation, Business & Digital Transformation, Data Management, Data Privacy & Governance, Digital Government & CX, Document Management, Information Management System
Enterprise, Medium, Not for Profit
Cybersecurity, Data Privacy & Governance, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Services, Identity Management, Security
Enterprise

SolarWinds
One platform. Endless flexibility. Evolve your monitoring with observability and autonomous operations, at your own pace. Learn More
Cloud & Computing, Critical Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Software
Enterprise
Cybersecurity, Devops, DevSecOps, Digital Government & CX, Risk
Medium
Business & Digital Transformation, Cloud & Computing, Consulting, Data Analysis, Digital Government & CX
Enterprise
Advisory, Consulting, Cybersecurity, Information Technology & Services
Medium
Cybersecurity
Enterprise
Why Become a Sponsor?
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 New York State.
Build Your Network
Engage with over 200 public sector leaders from across all levels of government in New York State. 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 New York State in our immersive exhibitor hall, engaging keynote presentations, interactive roundtables, and other onsite activations.