Conference Speakers

 Monday, July 15, 2024

CPTM/CGCIO Class
Time: 8:30 am-5:00 pm

Please note you must be pre-registered to attend. 

Pre-Conference: AI Deep Dive, AI Security, and Best Practices
Speakers: Jon Horner, Microsoft, Bill Leonard, Microsoft, and Johnny Lopez, Microsoft
Time: 3:00 pm-5:00 pm

Join us as we explore how Copilot for Microsoft 365 is poised to revolutionize government workspaces, enhance efficiency, and unlock new insights from data. Let’s chart a course toward a more productive and innovative future! Read More About Jon Horner, Read More About Bill Leonard, and Read More About Johnny Lopez

District Meet Ups
Moderator: FLGISA Board of Directors
Time: 5:00 pm-5:30 pm

Come join us and look for your district flag and network with your fellow district members!

 Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Session: CGCIO Capstone Presentations
Time: 8:30 am-5:15 pm

Please join the CGCIO Class of 2024 as they present their final capstone project. 

Keynote Session: #NoMatterWhat, 5 Practices to Unlock Your Potential
Keynote Speaker: Sterling Hawkins
Time: 8:45 am-10:00 am

The world today is permanently transformed with pandemic fallout, tech disruption, talent shortages and global instability leaving massive and debilitating uncertainty in its wake. Change has always been inevitable for leaders to contend with, but the sheer scale and accelerating pace of change has become overwhelming for even the most diligent leaders. Unchecked, it can unconsciously leave people and companies fearful to take risk, resistant to growth and fatigued, fighting to keep up. The world of predictability is dead. This defining moment is requiring leaders to get uncomfortable and radically reorientate their relationship to change. Hunting discomfort is the critical new competency required to effectively navigate post-pandemic disruption and thrive in this forever changed world. There are 5 mission-critical practices that have been used to create everything from billion dollar business wins to Olympic gold medalists, that anyone can grab onto and use to build the necessary courage to take intelligent risks, declare big visions and unlock their potential, regardless of the circumstances. From multi-billion dollar startup collapse and coming back to launch, invest in and grow over 50 companies, Sterling has very personal experience confronting the unknown himself. Combined with research, psychology, the latest brain science discoveries and transformation work with leadership teams around the world, this unique perspective will forever change how you approach both business and life. You’ll discover through heart-wrenching stories, hilarious anecdotes and compelling data an undeniable truth: that during even the most difficult times, we can all realize the most audacious growth, #NoMatterWhat. Read More About Sterling Hawkins

Session: GIS in Emergency Management
Speaker: Alan Harris, Seminole County
Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm 

Coming soon! Read More About Alan Harris

Session: Cybersecurity & Disaster Recovery Committee Panel 
Moderators: Raheem Seecharan, City of Hollywood and Ken Watson, Sarasota County
Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm 

For those individuals who are interested in Cybersecurity and Disaster Recovery please join us. A hot topic round table discussion will ensue with predetermined member issues of concern that affect all our jurisdictions. Raheem Seecharan, IT Director of City of Hollywood and Ken Watson, Senior Manager of Technology Operations for Sarasota County, will be co-chairing the session and look forward to strengthening our posture individually and collectively in these critical areas of concern. This is a closed session and is limited to FLGISA members only.

Session: Building a Digital City: Chattanooga's Success Story
Speaker: Brent Messer, Info-Tech Research Group
Time: 1:00 pm-2:15 pm

Coming soon!

Session: Lessons Learned from a One in 1000 Year Flash Flood
Speaker: Tamecka McKay, City of Fort Lauderdale
Time: 2:15 pm-3:15 pm

It has been said that you should never let good crises go to waste. Knowledge is Power, Reflection is good, and an ounce of prevention is cheaper than a pound of cure. Digital Transformation has is challenges and opportunities and we will share our journey with you. How do you eat an elephant? You take one bite at a time and invite your friends or should we say, "business partners." Read More About Tamecka McKay

Session: SCADA
Speaker: TBD
Time: 2:15 pm-3:15 pm

Coming soon!

Session: The Future of Data Resiliency and Cloud Recovery
Speaker: Alex Restrepo, Rubrik
Time: 2:15 pm-3:15 pm

In this session discover the future of data resiliency and cloud recovery, where we'll delve into three revolutionary concepts reshaping the industry: 1. Zero Trust Architecture: Dive into the world of impenetrable security with Zero Trust Architecture, where no entity is trusted by default. Learn how this approach, combined with immutable backups, creates a fortress around your data, shielding it from even the most sophisticated cyber threats. 2. Multi-Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Strategies: Explore the boundless possibilities of multi-cloud and hybrid cloud strategies. Uncover how leveraging multiple cloud providers and integrating on-premises environments can enhance your data protection, ensuring seamless recovery and unparalleled flexibility. 3. AI and Machine Learning: Witness the power of AI and Machine Learning in revolutionizing data protection. Discover how these technologies automate backup processes, optimize recovery, and predict threats before they strike, keeping your data safe and your mind at ease.  Join us for an insightful session that promises to arm you with the knowledge and tools to fortify your data protection and cloud recovery strategies in the ever-evolving digital landscape. Read More About Alex Restrepo

Session: Are We Trusting Our Systems Too Much? Hacking the Human Bias in AI
Speaker: Dr. Ayanna Howard, The Ohio State University
Time: 4:15 pm-5:15 pm

Bias. Stereotypes. Prejudice. All of these refer to implicit or subconsciously held beliefs that negatively impact those being labeled, and society in general. However, classifying the natural tendency to be biased as ethically right or wrong does not address the main issue. Rather, we need to focus on when and how preconceived notions influence the decision-making process, says robotics and AI expert Dr. Ayanna Howard, dean of the College of Engineering at The Ohio State University. In the digital age, biases are often unwittingly encoded in AI, manifesting in algorithms that guide human thoughts, beliefs and decisions. This results in a phenomenon of excessive trust and brings with it a range of negative consequences such as search engines that stigmatize women or automated judicial systems that discriminate against racial minorities. In this talk, Howard describes how bias can influence designs of next generation AI systems and negatively affect users. She then highlights strategies for mitigating or preventing bias so future technologies can be trusted, useful companions to everyone. Read More About Dr. Ayanna Howard

 Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Session: Digital Transformation: Design Your Future       
Speaker: Erik Qualman
Time: 8:45 am-9:45 am

Digital leaders are made—not born. Digital leaders aren't digital. With the massive virtual shift that has occurred these last few years, the key is understanding & never forgetting the powerful harmony between our offline and online worlds. Based on practical research, Qualman showcases the 5 Habits that drive success for families, partners, and clients. How to take Word of Mouth and transform it into World of Mouth. Qualman reveals new techniques including Posting-It-Forward, Removing the #7, Being Flawsome, and other insights that will make you a better leader while positively impacting and transforming your organization today and tomorrow. Read More About Erik Qualman

Session: Membership Roundtable
Moderator: Vice President Todd Bayley
Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm 

For FLGISA member attendees only. Please join us for our membership roundtable. The roundtable will allow attendees to share ideas, lessons learned, solicit help from peers, network, and make recommendations to other member agencies. Bring your questions!

Session: FLGISA Business Meeting and Awards
Moderator: President Sandra Stevens
Time: 12:00 pm-12:30 pm

This is the official FLGISA business meeting during which attendees are invited to be active participants. For items requiring a vote, only one vote per jurisdiction may be cast. If you are acting on behalf of the individual listed in our records as the representative from your jurisdiction, please stop by the registration desk and let us know. We will also be presenting the 2024 Technology Achievement Awards and the 2024 Service Awards.

Session: A Day in the Life of a Cybercriminal
Speaker: Glenn Schoonover, Gartner
Time: 1:30 pm-2:30 pm

In this interactive session you will get to experience a "Day in the Life of a Cybercriminal," where you chose the path, and outcome. Do you want to be a cybercrimal? A member of a hostile Nation State? How about a disgruntled insider? We will also boost cybersecurity awareness, stimulate lateral thinking, and hopefully, have fun! Read More About Glenn Schoonover

Session: State and Federal Legislative Update
Speaker: Sam Wagoner, Florida League of Cities
Time: 2:30 pm-3:30 pm

During this session there will be a focus on the legislative rules, regulations, and laws that have been promulgated, and passed at the federal and state level relating to AI, Cybersecurity, and Technology Infrastructure. Read More About Sam Wagoner

Session: To Innovation and Beyond
Speaker: Matthew Luhn
Time: 3:30 pm-4:30 pm 

Coming soon!

 Thursday, July 18, 2024

Session: Facing Adversity with Optimism and Resilience
Speaker: J.R. Martinez
Time: 8:30 am-9:30 am

None of us knows what we're capable of until we're faced with a tough or unexpected challenge. Often this means having to adjust your dream or vision and sometimes event to create an entirely new goal. It can also mean getting through a tough time a week, day, hour or even minute at a time. By focusing on shorter term goals and keeping optimism (and even humor) at the forefront, your entire outlook and perspective can be transformed. We are all stronger and more resilient than we think. In facing challenges and recovering from setbacks, we have new opportunities to develop the unique gifts that have been given to us. It's about being able to become more what you can envision at the moment. Read More About J.R. Martinez

Session: Florida Digital Services Update           
Speaker: Jeremy Rodgers, Florida Digital Service, Warren Sponholtz, Florida Digital Service, Candace Wynn, Florida Digital Service, and James Aldrich, Cyber Florida
Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am

Session Narrative coming soon!

Read More About Warren Sponholtz, Read More About Candace Wynn and Read More About James Aldrich

Closing Keynote Session: CISA Panel Discussion         
Speakers: 
Assistant Director Bridget Bean, Regional Director Julius Gable, and Chief of Cybersecurity Sean McCloskey, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Coming soon!