2022 Digital New York Summit

Technology and Information Toolkit for NY's Government

City & State's 2022 Digital New York will convene New York's technology and information leaders from government and industry for a day-long, dynamic program of candid discussion and thought-provoking presentations on the innovative ideas being used to make the everyday life of all New Yorker's more livable, safer and convenient.

We are monitoring the current COVID numbers, and will keep everyone updated if we move this event to virtual. As of now, we are moving forward with having it in person.

9:00 AM	Registration & Networking Breakfast
10:15 AM	Welcome By Emcee: Larry Scott Blackmon, CEO, The Blackmon Organization
10:20 AM	Special Presentation: Lloyd Levine, National Senior Executive for State Government Strategy, T-Mobile for Government &
10:30 AM	Introduction By: Alex Camarda, Director of Government Affairs, Charter Communications Government Modernization in New York The pandemic has exposed serious shortcomings regarding our antiquated systems but also our abilities to be inspired through a rapid call to action from tech and government leaders, advocacy groups, healthcare workers, entrepreneurs and engineers. Whether by helping our hospitals, schools, small businesses, or our most vulnerable communities, New York’s tech sector has been at the forefront of the city’s response. We know it's time to take modernization more seriously and in a faster manner. How can we get things to progress faster and more efficiently? This session discusses where to focus, what to prioritize, and how to proceed. Annie McDonough, Reporter, City & State NY (moderator) Assemblyman Clyde Vanel, Chairman, Internet and Technology Committee Nitin Patel, Chief Information Officer, NYC Citywide Administrative Services Dave Watts, Chief Digital Advisor, Public Sector, World Wide Technology Joe Farrell, Managing Director, Advisory, KPMG Dustin Whisenhunt, Vice President, Client Engagement - East, Accela
11:30 AM	Navigating Threats to Cyber and Physical Infrastructure Even with the latest innovations in place, the infrastructure and technology used to keep New Yorkers safe, healthy, moving and connected are never invincible as we have seen in this pandemic. Our panelists will discuss how government agencies are balancing digital vs. analog, expanding broadband access, implementing 5G networks, protecting net neutrality, modernizing transportation technology and how the public and private sector can work together to build resilient infrastructure and public safety services in the face of a second wave or a similar emergency situation. Carlos Kizzee,CIS Stakeholder Engagement Operations, Center for Internet Security (moderator) Richard T. Jacobs, Assistant Special Agent In-Charge, Cyber Branch, FBI Tariq Habib, Chief Information Security Officer, MTA John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman/CEO, ERI Anna Mercado Clark, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, FIP, Partner, Phillips Lytle LLP Phil Swain, CISO, Extreme Networks Patrick Scully, Director, Product Line Management, Ciena
12:30 PM	Lunch
1:30 PM	Biggest Tech Developments in New York This panel will discuss innovative and current tech developments that are changing the way NY'ers live and do business. Conversations about cryptocurrency’s influence, the pledge to connect 1.6 million web users by 2024 and the ways to further broadband access, digital equity in the schools, extending the use of AI in government, and navigating up and coming industries to continue to make NY a world leading tech hub. Panelists will also discuss ways to introduce diverse new talent into the workforce, laying a foundation for inclusive growth, capital programs and initiatives, and blockchain strategy. Ben Max, Executive Editor, Gotham Gazette (moderator) Leena Panchwagh, Chief Information Officer, NYC Department Of Buildings Sander Dolder, Vice President, Industry Initiatives, New York City Economic Development Corp. Hannah Jackson, Assistant Vice President Telehealth & Chief of Staff, NYC Health & Hospitals Michael Zeto, Chief Commercial Officer, Boingo Wireless Victoria Lamberth, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer, ZenFi Networks Christian Henry , Vice President, Programs, Cubic Transportation Systems
2:30 PM	Using Technology to Impact our Communities Technologies are driving high-impact interventions for communities to make them safer, smarter, healthier and to increase their economic re-development. Community, tech and public health leaders are working on meeting pressing needs of New Yorker's that are affordable and inclusive. At this round table we discuss ways we can use technology to impact our communities and help re-develop our economy by working hand in e-hand. Adam Balkin, Executive Producer, CBS News-Newspath (moderator) Deshard Stevens, Chief Information Officer, New York City Commission on Human Rights Patti Bayross, Executive Vice‑President & Chief Information Officer, NYCHA Kristin Malek, Director Business Diversity, CDW Chris Gianutsos, Managing Director, Digital, EY Nick Colvin, Chief Executive Officer, CityBridge, LLC
3:30 PM	Sessions Conclude

Inclusion is one of the core values of City & State. Our goal is to create a company climate accessible to all, and proactively plan events free of physical, communication and/or other barriers so all individuals may meaningfully participate in our activities and events.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend City & State sponsored events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact Alexis Arsenault at aarsenault@cityandstateny.com or Amanda Cortez at acortez@cityandstateny.com.

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We require that ALL attendees be vaccinated at least 2 weeks prior to the event and submit to a temperature check upon arrival, to help ensure the safety of all attendees. Please remember to bring a copy or photo of your vaccination card or your Excelsior pass to gain entry. We will space out all attendees in a large room to maintain social distancing. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.