Florida Technology Council

Another incredible FTC Board Meeting in the books! We kicked off the morning with networking and a breakfast buffet, followed by welcome remarks from our FTC Chair, Jonathan Conrad, ISF, Inc. CEO. Highlights included updates on FTC’s 2024 successes, actionable insights on delivering member ROI from leaders like Ernie Sanders of Peraton, Charles Grindle, Ph.D. ☁️ of Proofpoint, Erin Rock of The Southern Group-Florida, David DiSalvo of KPMG, and Juan C. (JC) Flores. A special thank you to Florida Department of Management Services Secretary Pedro Allende for his "State-of-the-State" insights and to everyone who participated in our voting session, committee updates, and discussions on new priorities for the future. As with all our board meetings, members are invited to actively participate in advancing our shared mission to move Florida forward through innovation, collaboration, and ethical leadership. Here’s to creating a stronger, safer, and more efficient Florida together! #FTC #Leadership #Innovation #FloridaForward #PublicSectorTech

Honoring Our Event Partners at the Florida Government Leadership and Innovation Summit! We’re proud to recognize our outstanding members whose support and expertise made the 2024 Summit a truly impactful event. Not only did these leaders partner with us behind the scenes, but several took the stage to share insights and engage with public sector leaders on today’s most pressing topics. Thank you to our FTC members who were event partners: Accenture MyGovGuide FSU College of Communication & Information Proofpoint Peraton Amazon Web Services (AWS) Slalom Verizon KPMG Canopy Management Consulting Group Pluralsight Driven Tech, Inc. Okta C1 Precisely Authorium The Southern Group-Florida Team 180 Consulting, Inc. Snowflake Iron Bow Technologies And an additional thank you to Dynatrace, Zoom, and HP for supporting this event! Your contributions, both on and off stage, highlight the spirit of collaboration and innovation driving Florida forward.

We were thrilled to host such an outstanding lineup of speakers and experts who came together to share insights on leadership, innovation, and technology's role in serving Floridians. A special thank you to all who took the stage and led these impactful discussions! 👏 Shireen Sackreiter, Client Account Lead for the State of Florida at Accenture and Conference Chair, opened with her address on "Efficient and Effective Government Services," and later moderated a valuable panel discussion on collaboration for service improvement. Kevin Guthrie MA CEM FPEM, Executive Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management, and Monica Corbin, Client Partner at Slalom, walked us through the power of collaboration in "Leading Change, Serving Floridians." Brandon Spencer, Director of State Purchasing and Chief Procurement Officer at the Florida Department of Management Services, shared insights on Florida’s procurement pathway. Leo Schoonover, CTO at the Florida Department of Management Services, delivered an exclusive session tailored to assist industry partners in driving government success through strategic partnerships. Melinda Miguel, Chief Inspector General for Florida’s Executive Office of the Governor, and David Clark, CEO of MyGovGuide, shared critical insights on navigating audits and professional standards. Tim Brown, AVP at FSU ITS NWRDC, and Justin Ciaccio, VP & General Manager at Peraton, discussed the pathway to data-driven decision-making for improved government services. Ron Poserina, CISSP, CCSK, VP of Systems Engineering at Proofpoint, delivered strategies for cybersecurity optimization, ensuring Florida stays protected. The afternoon’s Fireside Chat featured Keith Pruett (FDEM) and Jeffrey S. (Amazon Web Services (AWS)), discussing emergency response advancements, followed by an insightful Panel on Collaborative Service Delivery with Bill Hunkapiller and Clifford Stokes Jr., CISSP, CISA of Florida State University. To everyone who joined us, thank you for making this day impactful! Stay tuned for more highlights from the event, and let's keep the momentum going in building an innovative Florida!

What did you miss at the Florida Government Leadership and Innovation Summit? A LOT! 🚀 A special thank you to everyone who shared their experiences and insights in our event recap video, capturing the energy and impact of this amazing day:  David Clark Charles Grindle, Ph.D. ☁️ James Taylor Clifford Stokes Jr., CISSP, CISA Emmy Okobi MBA Armand Tesserot Bill H. Ron Poserina, CISSP, CCSK David DiSalvo Thank you to our agency and industry partners who made it all possible. Teamwork Makes the Dream Work! Thank you Industry Partners: MyGovGuide FSU College of Communication & Information Accenture Proofpoint Peraton Amazon Web Services (AWS) Slalom Verizon KPMG Canopy Management Consulting Group Pluralsight Driven Tech, Inc. Okta Dynatrace Zoom C1 Precisely Authorium The Southern Group-Florida Team 180 Consulting, Inc. Snowflake Iron Bow Technologies HP Another special thank you to Public Sector Network for powering this event! Stay tuned for more highlights from this impactful day! 🚀 #FLGovSummit2024 #InnovationInGovernment #Leadership

🌐 Interactive Roundtable Discussions are underway at the Florida Government Leadership and Innovation Summit! 🌐 Our attendees are diving deep into key areas shaping the future of public service, including: 1️⃣ Customer Experience in E-Government with Michelle McGinley, Accenture 2️⃣ Cybersecurity Risk Management led by Charles Grindle, Ph.D. ☁️ Proofpoint 3️⃣ AI for Predictive Government Services with Ernie Sanders, Peraton 4️⃣ Cyber Security Risk Assessment by Brad Dispensa, Amazon Web Services (AWS) 5️⃣ The Evolution of Wireless Network Transformation with Anthony Battista, Verizon 6️⃣ Navigating Data Modernization led by Saravanan Subbarayan, KPMG 7️⃣ AI to Z: Transforming Public Sector with Armand Tesserot, Slalom These focused discussions bring together top minds to explore solutions for a better, more resilient Florida.

📸 Live from the Florida Government Leadership and Innovation Summit! Our speakers are bringing fresh perspectives, collaborative energy, and game-changing insights into government technology and leadership. Stay tuned as we share more highlights from today’s sessions!

Emergency Response Meets Cutting-Edge Technology! Join us at the Florida Government Leadership and Innovation Summit for an insightful session on "Improving Florida's Response to Emergencies with Advanced Technological Solutions." Featuring: Keith Pruett, Deputy Executive Director, Florida Division of Emergency Management Jeffrey S., Global Lead, Disaster Response Operations and Innovation, Amazon Web Services (AWS) James Taylor, CEO, Florida Technology Council Don’t miss the chance to see how advanced tech solutions are transforming emergency management! 📅 Tuesday, October 29 📍 Tallahassee, FL Register now: https://lnkd.in/dHi4Byrc

Navigating Expectations and Standards in Government 🔥 We’re thrilled to have Melinda Miguel, Florida’s Chief Inspector General, lead a discussion on best practices for success in government oversight and professional standards. Moderated by David Clark, CEO of MyGovGuide, this conversation will provide valuable insights into effective leadership and governance. Join us at the Florida Government Leadership and Innovation Summit on Tuesday, October 29 in Tallahassee, FL: https://lnkd.in/dtskRuxB

🎙️ Episode Two is Live! In the latest installment of Life, Leadership, and Technology, we are joined by Melinda Miguel, Chief Inspector General for the State of Florida. 💡 In this insightful conversation, James Taylor, CEO of the Florida Technology Council, and co-host David Clark, CEO of MyGovGuide, dive into the importance of genuine leadership, continuous development, and staying grounded in life and work. A special thank you to MyGovGuide for sponsoring this episode and supporting our mission to uncover the stories shaping the future of government technology. 🔊 Listen in and discover leadership strategies and personal insights that will inspire you on your own journey. Stay tuned—more great conversations are coming your way! 📲 Watch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/dnRj2AJF