COVITS | Government 2.0: Transparency, Participation and Collaboration

"COVITS is the pre-eminent gathering of Virginia's public and private sector IT leaders to share ideas that will make Government 2.0 a reality. This year's theme of "Transparency, Participation and Collaboration" is an apt description of what we are trying to accomplish here in the Commonwealth. I welcome you to the 11th annual COVITS and encourage you to make the most of this outstanding opportunity."

- The Honorable Tim Kaine, Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia

"The Commonwealth of Virginia has a proud history of leading in the field of information technology. Each year we are privileged to bring together a roster of the most influential members of our IT community for the Commonwealth of Virginia Innovative Technology Symposium. This year's program focuses on important topics across state and local government, education, and the private sector; thus I strongly encourage you to participate in COVITS 2009."

- Len Pomata, Secretary of Technology, Commonwealth of Virginia

OPENING KEYNOTE

Aneesh Chopra, Federal Chief Technology Officer

When President Obama named Aneesh Chopra the nation's first Chief Technology Officer, the choice was widely cheered throughout the technology arena. Mr. Chopra's experience as Virginia's Secretary of Technology prepared him well for the challenges of his new position. As federal CTO, he guides a wide range of innovation strategies and provides thought leadership on the role of technology in government policy. In this session, Mr. Chopra discusses his views, functions, plans and priorities in using technology to drive change throughout government and society.

GENERAL SESSIONS

Jerry Mechling, Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University

In today's economic climate, your biggest decision is whether to hunker down or to use the crisis for game-changing innovations. What are the risks and rewards in fundamentally changing how work is conducted and governed? What is being done by other leaders and how can their innovations fit in your own world? Where can you find the support and resources needed to make things happen? In this timely address, nationally known author, researcher and Harvard faculty member Jerry Mechling uses University research to create a framework for IT leadership with a focus on developing an action agenda for the challenges ahead.

Senator Creigh Deeds,  Gubernatorial Candidate

In keeping with COVITS tradition, gubernatorial candidate Creigh Deeds will share his views on the role technology will play during his administration.

Photo courtesty of Deeds for Virgina

Bob McDonnell, Gubernatorial Candidate

In keeping with COVITS tradition, gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell will share his views on the role technology will play during his administration.

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TOPICS WILL INCLUDE

• Stimulus/Recovery Review
• Cloud Computing - The Value Proposition
• Data Standardization and Governance
• Economics of Customer Service
• Social Networking and Government
• Are Open Source and Freeware Suitable for Government?
• Health IT: The Changes Ahead
• Continuity of Government Operations
• Legislator Panel: Challenges in Virginia
• Security: Insider Threats and Outside Attacks
• Broadband across the Commonwealth

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REGISTRATION

Registration for Government and for Small, Women and Minority (SWaM)  - $99.00
(Must be officially certified by the "DMBE")

CONTACT US

If you are interested in attending the COVITS 2009, please contact Liese Brunner, Quality Services Manager, 800.917.7732 ext. 1355.

If you are interested in sponsoring the COVITS 2009, please contact Stacy Ward-Probst, Vice President of Sales, 916.932.1396.