2025 Fall Government IT Congress

California
December 7th
- 9th
2025

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About The Program

The Fall Government IT Congress offers a focused and exclusive forum designed for approximately 45-50 C-suite and executive-level leaders from state and local government agencies nationwide. The event provides an opportunity for peer-to-peer collaboration, the exchange of proven best practices, and the cultivation of professional networks. Furthermore, the Congress facilitates introductions to innovative solutions carefully aligned with the participants’ current and anticipated technology initiatives. The primary objective of this program is to equip attendees with actionable insights, practical resources, and enhanced knowledge that can be directly applied within their respective organizations, fostering meaningful connections and driving impactful outcomes.

Topics Of Discussion

There is nothing like a risk-free system, but where are the risks? How do you go about identifying them. This session illustrates how a data flow diagram can be used to assess, review and analyze applications/systems in development and/or production) with focus on risk identification.

Legacy System Overview: Understanding the role legacy systems in the organizational infrastructure, and the challenges they present in today’s tech landscape.

Business Imperatives: Identifying key business drivers necessitating legacy system modernization.

Technical Challenges: Exploring the technical hurdles associated with legacy systems.

Modernization Strategies: Discussing various approaches to legacy system modernization.

Risk Management: Addressing the risks involved in modernization efforts.

Cultural and Organizational Considerations: Recognizing the cultural and organizational barriers to change, and strategies for fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and agility.

Stakeholder Engagement: Emphasizing the importance of stakeholder buy-in and alignment across the organization.

Best Practices and Case Studies: Sharing success stories and best practices from the City of El Paso.

Continuous Improvement: Emphasizing the need for continuous improvement and adaptation in an ever-changing technological landscape, and strategies for future-proofing systems.

Q&A and Open Discussion: Inviting participants to ask questions, share insights, and engage in an open dialogue.

A discussion on the implementation of AI and the organizational effects.

CIOs today have 2 things on their plates, AI and Cyber security.

Surely your IT staff, procurement team and finance department all made the mental leap from on-premise to data center many moons ago. That’s all we’re doing with AWS/Google/Azure/Your Vendor Cloud here. For the City of Pittsburgh, the biggest hurdle was coming to grips with the inability to touch servers.

The budget constraint issues in government technology leadership revolve around the challenge of delivering efficient and effective technology solutions within limited financial resources. This includes: Resource Allocation, Legacy Systems Maintenance, Procurement Challenges, Talent Acquisition and Retention, and leading your organization towards Innovation.

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92% of delegates said this is the best event they’ve attended all year

Past Keynote Speakers

A dynamic roster of keynote speakers drives innovation at our congress events. Discover thought leaders and game-changers whose invaluable insights foster growth and excellence in each of our delegates.

Bill Boudreaux
Chief Technology Officer (CTO),
City of Rochester, New York
Feroz Merchhiya
Chief Information Officer,
Santa Monica, California
Kimberly Roy Wilson
Commissioner of IT & Services
Cleveland, Ohio
Tim Lee
Chief Information Security Officer
Los Angeles, California
Shannon Lawson
Chief Information Security Officer
Phoenix, Arizona
Tonya Digiorno
Director of IT
El Dorado County, California
Brian Gardner
Interim CIO,
Austin, Texas
Hong Sae
Chief Information Officer,
Roseville, California

Past Honorary Speakers

Andrell Bower
Chief Data Officer
San Diego, California
Amy Cheney
Chief Information Officer,
Bloomington, Minnesota
Robyn Doughtie
Chief Information Officer/Director of IT,
Ford Bend County, Texas
Stephen Espy
Chief Data Officer,
Tennessee
Jonathan Galchik
Director of IT Operations and Support,
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Alexander Hempton
Technology & Innovation Interim Director
San Diego, California
Tim Lee
Chief Information Security Officer
Los Angeles, California
Michael Mayta
Chief Information Officer,
City of Wichita, Kansas
Patrick McCormick
Chief Information Officer
Cambridge, Massachusetts

The Schedule

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Event Registration

12:20 pm - 1:20 pm

Opening Keynote

1:30 pm - 3:15 pm

Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings

3:15 pm - 3:35 pm

Afternoon Refreshments & Networking

3:35 pm - 5:45 pm

Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings/Roundtable Discussions/Workshops

5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Free Time

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Welcome Reception & Dinner

7:00 am - 8:00 am

Networking Breakfast

8:00 am - 9:00 am

Morning Keynote/Panel Session

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings

10:30 am - 11:00 am

Morning Refreshments & Networking

11:00 am - 11:45 am

Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings

11:45 am - 12:30 pm

Workshops/Roundtable Discussions

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Networking Luncheon

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Roundtables/Business Meetings/Workshops

3:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Afternoon Refreshments & Networking

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings

5:00 pm - 5:45 pm

Closing Day Keynote

5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Free Time

6:45 pm - 8:30 pm

Networking Reception & Dinner

8:00 am - 8:15 am

Morning Refreshments & Networking

8:20 am - 9:05 am

Workshops/Roundtable Discussions

9:10 am - 9:55 am

Brunch

10:05 am - 11:05 am

Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings

11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Closing Keynote

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Our Commitments to You

Maximized Networking Opportunities

Cultivate meaningful relationships with peers and thought leaders via networking opportunities and functions, strategically designed and planned by our team ahead of the event.

A personal, customized itinerary

Participants customize their schedule by selecting from various sessions, tracks and private meetings that align specifically with their business needs and goals.

Exclusive qualified attendance

In order to facilitate the most optimal networking and meeting opportunities, participation is invitation only and strictly limited to Senior Level Administrators & Executives.

return on time and objective

Your time and the objectives you have set are our top priority. We strive to facilitate the right meetings and introductions to ensure your time with us is being justified with real value.

Delegate Testimonials

Ronya Henderson
Deputy Director, City Of Shreveport -I.T.

As a newly appointed Deputy Director, this was a great networking experience. I thoroughly enjoyed all the session topics and content. I’ve gained valuable insight and possible solutions to some challenges we face. Thank you!

Ed Miranda
Chief Information Officer, City of Newark

Appreciate privilege of attending the Fall IT Government Congress that brought together a group of professionals who shared common experiences. It was an enlightening and inspiring event that provided not only valuable insights and networking opportunities, but also actionable items. The intimate setting allowed for meaningful discussions, fostering connections that will undoubtedly benefit me. I look forward to future opportunities to engage with this exceptional community of professionals.

Jim Gilbert
IT Director, City of Rapid City

This is my favorite conference of the year as it provides so much support and guidance to State and Local Governments. The sessions and vendors focus on issues and solutions for state and local governments. The sessions were led by knowledgeable and passionate peers who shared their insights, best practices, and real-world experiences. This conference also provides the best opportunities for networking and collaboration within my verticle.

Michael Finch
Chief Information Officer, Lane County

Great experience with a diverse group of attendees to share with and learn from!

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