Registration and Morning Refreshments

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Opening Remarks

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Nik Blosser, Chief of Staff, State of Oregon

Terrence Woods, Interim State Chief Information Officer, State of Oregon

Keynote – Bringing the “It Factor” to IT

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Anthony Huey, President, Reputation Management Associates (@anthonyhuey)

We’ve all met someone with intangible qualities that draw others in and make them say, “Wow!” Some call it charisma, magnetism, or the “It Factor,” but it’s nearly impossible to define. You can’t touch the It Factor, but you can immediately feel when someone has it. Why do some leaders have this seemingly magical presence, while too many of us come across as extraordinarily ordinary? Anthony Huey has spent the last 20 years as a communications coach answering this question by studying thousands of executives and the qualities that turn managers into inspirational leaders. He has discovered that most anyone can attain some level of the It Factor by understanding and changing how they are perceived while at the same time ratcheting up the willingness to influence and inspire those around them. This fast-paced and interactive keynote address provides practical and immediately implementable approaches to bringing the It Factor not just to you personally but to your organization.

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Networking Break

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Concurrent Sessions

Cybersecurity’s Weakest Link

Croisan B/C

Can we ever be 100% digitally secure in this age of IoT, cloud, mobility, data-sharing, hacktivism, cyberwarfare, et al? The answer, of course, is no. But at the same time, failure is not an acceptable option for stewards of private information. What can we do to improve the odds? The biggest payoff comes from understanding and shoring up the “human factor.” Much can be gleaned from debacles and near-misses in the public sector. This session takes a no-nonsense look at how, why and where things tend to go wrong – and it’s not necessarily a technology problem.

Vaishali Ghiya, Vice President, Security Sales and Solutions, Juniper

John McKean, IT Governance Lead, Information Security, Oregon Lottery

Brian McLean, Systems Engineering Manager, Commercial/SLED, Fortinet

Optimizing the Workforce and Workplace of Tomorrow

Croisan A

Talent management in government is often challenged by increased competition with the private sector and a shifting demographic that will lead to the reported onset of the “silver tsunami”. Questions about mobility, flexibility, collaboration tools and collaborative spaces are becoming common during the interview process. How does government position itself as an employer of choice to the incoming generations when they are not always set up to offer competitive opportunities in today’s legacy environment? This session looks at some strategies that can attract, engage and retain your IT workforce.

Moderator: Saby Waraich, Sr. Technology Manager, Bureau of Technology Services, City of Portland

Amy McLaughlin, Director of Information Services, Student Health Services, Oregon State University

Gina Salang, Chief Information Officer, Information Technology Division, Oregon State Police

The World of XaaS

Santiam 2

Today, almost anything can be delivered “as a service”: software, mobile apps, infrastructure, storage, platforms, data, you name it. The possibilities and configurations are endless, and they introduce a variety of risks and challenges. This session examines the options and factors to consider including contracting, implementing, operating and securing a XaaS environment.

Michael Joffe, Senior Director, Product Management, CenturyLink

IT Governance – Making IT Investments that Align with Strategic Priorities

Santiam 3

IT is foundational to business strategy. Amid federal mandates, legislative mandates, business efficiencies and new approaches to service delivery, the digital age demands faster responses and increasing agility. The demands for IT services continually outpaces the ability of our IT organizations to fulfill all the needs. How do we make sure that IT is an enabler of, and not an obstacle to, business strategy? This session looks at approaches within Oregon to ensure IT investments are aligned with agency and statewide strategic priorities.

Jennifer Bjerke, Interim Deputy State Chief Information Officer, Department of Administration Services/Office of the CIO, State of Oregon

Kristen Duus Chief Information Officer, Oregon Health Authority/Department of Human Services, State of Oregon

Gary Johnson, Chief Information Officer & Division Administrator, Department of Revenue/Information Technology Services, State of Oregon

Lunch

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Featured Speaker – COLLATERAL CHANGE: Finding Balance in Our Digitally Evolving World

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Michael Hakkarinen, Instructional Technology Specialist, Utah Education Network (@edtechakk)

Is there any doubt that this is the Age of Disruption? Technology is rending the fabric of society as we know it, driving historic levels of transformative change and mindboggling opportunities. But what are the consequences of this disruption on the lives of everyday citizens? The ramifications run deep, and it’s time to shift our focus from the technology to the resulting “collateral change” in human behavior. We’ve long passed some serious tipping points. This provocative session explores new communication paradigms, runaway device infatuation, generation gaps, radical education, future game-changers and creative ways to engage the “new citizen.”

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Concurrent Sessions

State-of-the-Art Government

Croisan B/C

Bureaucratic red tape, tight budgets and a general resistance to change have historically made early adoption of cutting-edge technology difficult for the public sector. But more often we are hearing about government innovating with and implementing the revolutionary tools that are currently hitting the market. This session showcases some of the latest technology trends and their practical uses for government.

Matt Bernhardt, Sales Engineer, Zerto

Amy Sawyer, General Manager, Gov2Go, NIC

Setting up for Data-Driven Decisions

Croisan A

Government by nature is in the data collection business, and there is no shortage of information to extract actionable insights. However, before data can sit at the heart of an organization’s decision-making process it must be structured, stored and secured, and all of that requires a solid data management plan. This session discusses the nuts and bolts of how to tap data to drive superior decisions, smarter policies and better service.

Michael Finch, Chief Information Officer, Technology Services, Lane County

Cy Smith, State Geospatial Information Officer, Office of the State Chief Information Officer, State of Oregon

The Future of Connectivity

Santiam 2

We are entering a new era of connectivity, powered by the proliferation of devices, the Internet of Things, a veritable data tsunami and rapidly evolving user needs and demands. How do we guarantee homes, businesses and schools have the access they need to succeed? What will 5G bring to the table? This session looks at where we are, where we need to be in the future and the technologies that will get us there.

Moderator: Sean McSpaden, Principal Legislative IT Analyst, Oregon Legislative Fiscal Office, State of Oregon

David Deen, Senior Manager, Verizon Wireless

Mike Zeto, General Manager, Executive Director of Smart Cities, AT&T

Sponsor Briefing

Santiam 3

(Industry sponsors only) Hosted by Acting State CIO Terrence Woods

Networking Break

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Fast Track Sessions

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Are We Secure Yet?

Security continues to be a top concern for IT leaders everywhere. Cyber threats are constantly evolving and forcing government to work around the clock to protect citizen data. As hackers continue to innovate, IT organizations will be challenged to stay ahead of the curve. This session dives into the current threat landscape as well as best practices, techniques and philosophies for enhancing security in your organization.

Terry Poulias, Solutions Engineer, Samsung Electronics America

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Blockchain 101

Blockchain is being called the next big transformational technology in government. What is blockchain? In a nutshell, it’s an incorruptible and transparent ledger of digital transactions. Examples include identity management, contract management, financial services, licensing, electronic voting and more. There is a lot to like. This session provides an introduction to this fast-emerging technology, why it is particularly suited to government applications and how to get started.

James Alexander, Senior Vice President, Research, Info-Tech

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How Workplace Behaviors Build Diversity and Inclusion

What does an inclusive workplace feel like? What behaviors make people feel like they’re part of the team? These questions must be answered if the goal is to create an environment where everyone can grow and thrive. To build such a culture, there are specific strategies that can be employed in any organization. This session discusses the concepts of diversity and inclusion, along with the behaviors that make it possible – or impossible – to achieve true workplace inclusion.

Bob Leek, Deputy Chief Information Officer, Department of County Assets, Multnomah County

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Kory Murphy, Equity & Inclusion Manager, Department of County Assets, Multnomah County

Networking Reception

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Network with your colleagues and discuss technology solutions with the event exhibitors.

Conference times, agenda, and speakers are subject to change.