Florida Government Cybersecurity & AI Summit 2025
Florida First: Public Sector Empowerment Through Secure, Intelligent Innovation
Brought to you by the Florida Technology Council and Florida State University College of Communication and Information
Event overview
The Florida Government Cybersecurity and AI Summit is a Florida-built, Florida-focused experience designed to meet the unique challenges and opportunities of our state. Hosted by the Florida Technology Council, this summit brings together the real-world expertise of public sector leaders with the cutting-edge insight of private sector innovators, creating a collaborative environment focused on advancing Florida’s government through meaningful action.
Unlike multi state events that recycle content and prioritize hallway sales, this summit is redefining how government and industry work together. Here, we shift the focus from transactions to transformation—showcasing proven strategies, breakthrough ideas, and applicable solutions.
This August 27, 2025, join your peers in a united initiative to tackle Florida-specific priorities: cybersecurity, workforce modernization, digital transformation, harnessing artificial intelligence, procurement reform, and more. Discover how collaborative leadership—not competition—drives better outcomes for our agencies, our state, and the people we serve.
This event is supported by the Florida Technology Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization. All food and refreshments provided at this event are offered by the Florida Technology Foundation as part of an educational program that serves a public purpose and is intended to benefit the people of Florida by enhancing government cybersecurity and AI readiness.
As a nonprofit, the Florida Technology Council hosts events rooted in public purpose, ensuring Florida’s agencies and communities benefit directly from the exchange of knowledge and innovation. Event profits support the Florida Technology Foundation and are reinvested into training, certifications, and workforce development for state employees—keeping resources in Florida and strengthening the public sector workforce. Delivered without outside influence, content is shaped by the needs of Florida leaders and focused on outcomes that protect taxpayer resources, enhance public safety, and deliver better services to Floridians. More than a conference, FTC events are an investment in the future effectiveness and efficiency of our Florida leaders.
Who will be there?
Commissioners, Chiefs, Deputy Chiefs, Executive Directors, and senior officials from state and local agencies who are leading Florida’s strategy for long-term digital growth, economic resilience, and citizen-centered service delivery.
Chief Information Officers, Chief Data Officers, Chief Information Security Officers, and Directors of IT, Infrastructure, and Information Security who are modernizing legacy systems, securing digital assets, and implementing AI, cloud, and data governance solutions across their organizations.
Directors of Service Delivery, Citizen Engagement, and Digital Experience working to make public services more accessible, transparent, and user-friendly—leveraging inclusive design, mobile platforms, and real-time feedback systems.
Public safety and emergency services leaders collaborating across jurisdictions to deploy technology-enabled solutions for disaster resilience, real-time coordination, and cyber-physical infrastructure security.
University-based innovation leaders and technical experts advancing analytics, AI applications, and public sector modernization strategies rooted in data-driven insight.
This is not just an event to attend—it’s a room to be in. Whether you’re shaping strategy, modernizing operations, or building coalitions, you’ll find your peers—and your next big idea—here.
Featured speakers
Jay Collins
Lieutenant Governor, State of Florida
Representative Omar Blanco
Representative of District: 115, Florida House of Representatives
Warren Sponholtz
State CIO, State of Florida, Florida Digital Service (FLDS)
Leo Schoonover
State Chief Technology Officer, State of Florida, Florida Digital Service (FLDS)
Keith Pruett
Deputy Executive Director, Florida Division of Emergency Management
James Taylor
President & CEO, Florida Technology Council
Why attend?
Tackle Tomorrow’s Threats Today
Get ahead of emerging cyber warfare tactics and cloud vulnerabilities with cutting-edge strategies and expert insights designed for the rapidly evolving digital age.
Connect with Visionaries and Trailblazers
Network with top public sector leaders, tech pioneers, and industry disruptors shaping the future of cybersecurity, collaboration, and resilience.
Uncover Game-Changing Cybersecurity Innovations
Dive into the latest advancements in AI, quantum-resistant encryption, and real-time threat detection that are transforming the cyber defense landscape.
Shape the Future of Cyber Defense
Be part of the conversation driving revolutionary solutions to protect critical infrastructure, secure public trust, and lead the way in global cybersecurity innovation.
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Why Partner With Us?
🌴 Built for Florida, Powered by You
This summit isn’t driven by out-of-state profits—it’s built for Florida’s public sector, by Florida’s public sector. All event profits are reinvested through the Florida Technology Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, to support fund education grants, training programs, and professional development opportunities for state agency employees. Your participation directly strengthens the workforce powering Florida’s digital future.
🤝 True Public-Public Partnership
This is not a vendor showcase—it’s a working session for agency leaders. From keynotes to roundtables, every conversation is designed to surface what’s working across agencies, identify shared challenges, and accelerate statewide progress. We’re not here to be sold to—we’re here to learn from each other.
🚀 Action Over Abstraction
Forget high-level theory and generic promises. You’ll hear practical case studies, tested solutions, and real agency outcomes that can be adapted and applied across Florida. Every session is focused on making your work easier, smarter, and more impactful—because transformation doesn’t happen in isolation.