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Join us for the ElevateIT: Phoenix Technology Summit 2025 on March 19th at the Phoenix Convention Center | South Ballroom.
 

Hear from Key Regional C-Suite Technology Executives, Industry & Subject Matter Experts, and Law Enforcement as we address the following questions, share insights and expertise and discuss best practices on how to optimize & secure your business to accelerate profitability and growth.

ElevateIT: Phoenix Technology Summit is a premier conference for technology leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts in the Phoenix area. The conference brings together industry experts and thought leaders to discuss emerging trends, best practices, and innovative solutions in the field of technology.

At the ElevateIT: Phoenix Technology Summit, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in engaging keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive sessions. The conference covers a wide range of topics, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and more.

The conference also provides a platform for networking and collaboration among peers, as well as showcasing the latest technology solutions and services from leading vendors and exhibitors. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry experts, learn from their experiences, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the field.
 

Whether you are a technology leader, professional, or enthusiast, the ElevateIT: Phoenix Technology Summit is the ideal forum to stay ahead of the curve and elevate your knowledge and skills in the ever-evolving world of technology. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with the best and brightest in the industry.

Ideas become breakthroughs when shared. Challenges become opportunities when tackled together. That’s the Power of Community—a key focus for RSAC™ 2026 Conference. Real change happens when cybersecurity professionals unite.

Whether you're an RSAC™ Conference first-timer or a returning attendee you won’t want to miss what’s in store for RSAC 2026.

Digital transformation is a top priority at government organizations across the country. Agencies are modernizing systems, redesigning services, and rethinking how they deliver mission‑critical experiences in a world where expectations are rising fast.

The result? A growing body of real‑world lessons about what works, what doesn’t, and what it truly takes to build digital services that are fast, intuitive, secure, and designed for the people they serve.

Join us online Wednesday, March 25 at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT for a virtual summit focused on practical, hard‑earned lessons from agencies working on digital‑government modernization — and how leaders are turning those lessons into smarter, more resilient, more impactful digital programs.

Specifically, you’ll learn:

• What successful digital‑gov projects have in common — and where they often go off track.
• How agencies are navigating data, design, accessibility, governance, and workforce readiness.
• Real‑world examples of digital services that improved mission outcomes and constituent experience.

Digital transformation and artificial intelligence (AI) will accelerate energy innovation and enhance security requirements, fundamentally changing how resources are produced, managed, supplied, and consumed.

However, rising electricity demands, the proliferation of advanced data center technologies, grid modernization, a resurgence of nuclear power, cybersecurity threats, geopolitical pressures, and many other factors are drastically shaping the future of energy. At the same time, our critical infrastructure is reaching maximum capacity. Nevertheless, we can tackle these challenges through collaborative dialogue and modern solutions. Together, we will create a more resilient and sustainable energy future.

This year’s Energy, Infrastructure, and Environment (EIE) Summit aims to address these pressing issues by emphasizing the collaborative efforts of U.S. federal agencies in responding to and delivering innovative solutions that modernize, secure, scale, and address energy demands and threats.

Public sector thought leaders will share how federal agencies respond to and deliver innovative solutions that modernize, secure, scale, and solve energy demands and threats.  Topics to be explored will cover:

• Critical Data - Advanced Analytics, Data Governance, & Security
• Emerging Technology - GenAI, Agentic AI, & Modern Infrastructure
• Digital Transformation & Innovation - Digital Twinning, Material Science & Energy Innovation
• Cybersecurity - Emerging Threats, Post Quantum Cryptography & Compliance 
• Operational Technologies - OT Security, IT/OT Convergence & Industrial Control Systems 
• Cross-Agency Collaboration

Join us for EIE 2025 to hear government leaders discuss these and other key priorities and initiatives.

CypherCon is Wisconsin’s premier technology and hacker conference, bringing together cybersecurity professionals, tech enthusiasts, and innovators to share knowledge and explore cutting-edge ideas. With engaging keynotes, interactive workshops, and creative challenges, it fosters a collaborative and vibrant community and a really cool Casino Heist afterparty.  2025 is going to be amazing with over 2500 attendees, 40+ wards, 40+ sponsors and Casino Glitch!

As government agencies and educational institutions accelerate digital transformation, they face a growing wave of sophisticated cyber threats—many driven by or targeting emerging AI technologies. From credential phishing to identity-based lateral movement, today’s attackers are faster, stealthier, and more coordinated than ever.

Join Okta, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, Rubrik and AWS to hear from industry experts as they discuss how AI is being used on both sides of the threat landscape—and how integrated solutions can detect, contain, and stop cross-domain attacks before they do damage. We’ll go beyond frameworks to examine real-world use cases and show how identity-powered defenses can work across your ecosystem to deliver proactive protection.

This event features an inclusive panel discussion led by Okta, Zscaler, CrowdStrike and AWS. What you will learn:

• Strategies to improve public engagement while optimizing operations in government and education.
• Real-life scenarios where AI-powered, integrated tools were used to detect and prevent sophisticated identity-based attacks.
• How to safeguard the entire workforce lifecycle—ensuring a secure user experience while enhancing threat detection and response.

Following the event, we hope you will join us for networking and light refreshments.

Colorado = Security is thrilled to announce Security Leader Summit 5, Friday April 10th, 2026, at The Denver Athletic Club in Denver, CO!

There is an amazing agenda for this one-day event focusing on learning, sharing, and networking. If you attended a previous Summit, this will look very similar to you. Sessions include:

• Peer case studies: Security leaders sharing their experience with a focus on a problem they were trying to solve, problems they experienced and ways they had to pivot, what worked and others should copy, tools others can re-use, and time for questions and answers.
• The human side: Security knowledge is not all that's required to build an effective security program. Soft skills are a key part of influencing organizational change. These sessions are focused on improving leadership skills, communication, executive influence, and other essential skills.

Attendees are eligible if they are security leaders whose full-time job is improving the security program of the company for which they work. Consultants, solution providers, and other vendors are not eligible.

The 2026 Internet2 Community Exchange (CommEX26) is where IT leaders and their teams come together to shape the future of research and education technology. The experience combines strategic foresight and collaborative problem-solving, enabling participants to advance their organizational missions through collaboration and connection.

As Internet2 celebrates 30 years of community-driven progress, CommEX26 returns to Chicago April 13-16, 2026, to mark this milestone with the global R&E community.

What Sets CommEX26 Apart

• Peer-Driven Collaboration: Engage in candid, small-group discussions that turn shared challenges into collaborative solutions.
• A Focused, High-Impact Audience: Connect with CIOs, CISOs, directors, and other leaders tackling the same strategic, technical, and policy issues.
• Real-Time Problem Solving: Gain actionable strategies for complex initiatives through conversations that happen in sessions and hallways.
• Strategic and Forward-Looking: Shape the conversations that will define the next decade of digital transformation across R&E.
• Collaborative Connections: Build partnerships that spark new ideas and lay the groundwork for progress far beyond the event.

Join your peers to inspire a hopeful future strengthened by community innovation and leadership.

As ransomware threats evolve to target the backups themselves, government agencies must pivot from traditional backup to modern cyber resilience. True "Cyber Resilience" requires a multifaceted approach that secures backup data against encryption, proactively identifies anomalies, and enables large-scale recovery to bypass ransom demands entirely.

Join Rubrik and Carahsoft to explore how Rubrik’s Zero Trust Data Security platform empowers public sector organizations to bridge the gap between cyber-attacks and operational continuity. Rubrik ensures that your backup environment—the final line of defense—remains out of reach from even the most sophisticated threats, maintaining a record of 0% data loss for its customers.

We will dive into Rubrik’s integrated security suite, which allows agencies to identify the blast radius of an attack and find a clean point-in-time for restoration, followed by a live demo of the platform, showing the journey from initial data connection to recovering a backup.

Explore elements of Rubrik's Zero Trust Data Security platform, including:

• Immutable security
• Operational resilience
• Advanced security tools

In 2026, federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies will face an unprecedented and ongoing wave of  high-profile events that will test the limits of public safety efforts.

From the FIFA World Cup across 16 North American cities to the year-long America250 Semiquincentennial celebrations and the midterm elections, these events will draw millions of participants and global attention. This situation will create complex security challenges due to geographic spread, long durations, and the ongoing threat of advanced cyber campaigns and lone-wolf attacks. 

This year’s Law Enforcement and Public Safety (LEAPS) Technology Forum will focus on Operational Readiness 2026: Tech Strategies for Large-Scale Security Challenges. The conference provides a vital platform to explore how emerging technologies can significantly improve law enforcement readiness and response to this unique threat environment. Specific, actionable topics will include: 

• Integrated Intelligence Platforms: Enabling true interoperability among fusion centers, joint operation centers, and an international police coordination hub for real-time information sharing across federal, state, and local partners. 

• Counter-UAS (Drone) Technologies: Implementing layered C-UAS mitigation strategies to protect stadiums, parade routes, and critical infrastructure. 

• Cybersecurity Innovations and AI Defense: Protecting election systems and event networks from AI-accelerated attacks and ensuring the integrity of critical law enforcement communications. 

• Advanced Analytics and AI: Utilizing machine learning for real-time behavioral analysis, accurate crowd modeling, and optimizing resource deployment across vast urban zones. 

• Secure Communications and Interoperability: Establishing resilient, multi-band communications infrastructure for seamless command and control during National Special Security Events (NSSEs). 

• Digital Forensics and Disinformation Response: Implementing proactive strategies to fight online radicalization, deepfakes, and uphold election integrity.  

Join us at the 18th annual LEAPS Technology Forum. Attendees will gain actionable insights into leveraging technology for proactive risk management, rapid incident response, and public trust building in an era of evolving threats. With billions of dollars in federal investment now earmarked for security and technology modernization, this is the critical moment to align strategies, share best practices, and establish the united framework that will secure the year ahead and permanently redefine the future of public safety. 

This event will be a hybrid event consisting of vendor demonstrations and speaking sessions. The demos will be applicable to the Cybersecurity session topics. It will be promoted internally to the EXIM population and the Department of VA employees located at this location and across the street at the main VA HQ will also be invited.

About EXIM (from the EXIM.gov website):

The AFCEA Las Vegas Chapter President, and the AFCEA Las Vegas Chapter Board, invite you to participate in their annual Technology & Cybersecurity Expos scheduled to take place at Creech AFB and Nellis AFB. 

Support the AFCEA-Las Vegas Chapter and showcase your products and services for Communications, Information Technology, and Cybersecurity personnel at Creech AFB & Nellis AFB. ​​Your company can Exhibit/Sponsor at both Nellis AFB and Creech AFB, or you can choose to do one event or the other. Sponsorship Packages and pricing are below. 

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The Technology & Cybersecurity Expos at Creech AFB and Nellis AFB will feature speaker sessions (Nellis AFB only) and exhibits. 

Join us for the ElevateIT: Phoenix Technology Summit 2025 on March 19th at the Phoenix Convention Center | South Ballroom.
 

Hear from Key Regional C-Suite Technology Executives, Industry & Subject Matter Experts, and Law Enforcement as we address the following questions, share insights and expertise and discuss best practices on how to optimize & secure your business to accelerate profitability and growth.

ElevateIT: Phoenix Technology Summit is a premier conference for technology leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts in the Phoenix area. The conference brings together industry experts and thought leaders to discuss emerging trends, best practices, and innovative solutions in the field of technology.

At the ElevateIT: Phoenix Technology Summit, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in engaging keynotes, panel discussions, and interactive sessions. The conference covers a wide range of topics, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and more.

The conference also provides a platform for networking and collaboration among peers, as well as showcasing the latest technology solutions and services from leading vendors and exhibitors. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with industry experts, learn from their experiences, and gain valuable insights into the latest trends and developments in the field.
 

Whether you are a technology leader, professional, or enthusiast, the ElevateIT: Phoenix Technology Summit is the ideal forum to stay ahead of the curve and elevate your knowledge and skills in the ever-evolving world of technology. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with the best and brightest in the industry.

This invitation-only gathering brings together state and local IT executives, emerging leaders, and visionary thinkers for candid conversations on the future of public-sector technology. Focused on leadership development, innovation, and strategy, the Forum goes beyond the tech to address the people, policies, and practices shaping digital government. Through peer exchange and practical sessions, participants gain the insights, relationships, and skills needed to lead their organizations and communities into the future.

This is an invitation-only event, open to Public Sector only. For more information or to request an invitation, please contact Sherri Tidwell.

The age of AI is here, and North Carolina’s public sector is leaning in to lead with purpose. As leaders strive to unlock AI’s potential, they must also confront the growing need to secure critical infrastructure, protect sensitive data, and ensure ethical, transparent use of these emerging technologies. With cyber threats evolving just as rapidly as AI capabilities, today’s CIOs and agency leaders face a dual challenge: driving innovation while fortifying digital trust.

The North Carolina AI and Cybersecurity Symposium is an action-packed opportunity to engage with leaders at the forefront of AI adoption and cyber defense. From state agencies to local governments, to higher education, attendees will explore how AI and cybersecurity intersect to shape smarter, safer, and more resilient public services. Join us in a friendly, collaborative environment to share ideas, build partnerships, and gain insights from both peers and private sector trailblazers leading the way on AI and Cybersecurity.

Open to Public Sector only.

The Washington IT Leadership Forum is where tomorrow’s government leaders grow today.

This invitation-only gathering brings together state and local IT executives, emerging leaders, and visionary thinkers for candid conversations on the future of public-sector technology. Focused on leadership development, innovation, and strategy, the Forum goes beyond the tech to address the people, policies, and practices shaping digital government. Through peer exchange and practical sessions, participants gain the insights, relationships, and skills needed to lead their organizations and communities into the future.

This is an invitation-only event, open to Public Sector only. 

For more information or to request an invitation, please contact Jennifer Caldwell.

The Wisconsin Governor’s Cybersecurity Summit is where the state’s cyber strategy takes shape.

For more than a decade, Wisconsin has led with a proactive, collaborative approach to protecting its digital infrastructure. This Summit offers focused, practical content built around real incidents, lessons learned, and proven solutions. Attendees hear directly from state leadership, military and emergency management partners, CIOs, CISOs, and industry experts on the issues most critical to Wisconsin’s cybersecurity posture. This summit equips leaders at every level to work smarter, respond faster, and defend the systems residents depend on every day. Protecting Wisconsin isn't just IT work; it’s public service. Join the partners across the state who are making security stronger, safer, and more resilient!

Participants gain:

• Actionable tactics to reduce cyber risk
• Case studies and best practices from Wisconsin agencies and local governments
• Threat intelligence from public and private sector experts
• Networking with security peers and regional partners
• Tools to better protect communities, services, and critical systems

Open to Public Sector only.

The New York IT Leadership Forum is where tomorrow’s government leaders grow today.

This invitation-only gathering brings together state and local IT executives, emerging leaders, and visionary thinkers for candid conversations on the future of public-sector technology. Focused on leadership development, innovation, and strategy, the Forum goes beyond the tech to address the people, policies, and practices shaping digital government. Through peer exchange and practical sessions, participants gain the insights, relationships, and skills needed to lead their organizations and communities into the future.

This is an invitation-only event, open to Public Sector only. For more information or to request an invitation, please contact Jennifer Caldwell.

The Nebraska IT Leadership Forum is where tomorrow’s government leaders grow today.

This invitation-only gathering brings together state and local IT executives, emerging leaders, and visionary thinkers for candid conversations on the future of public-sector technology. Focused on leadership development, innovation, and strategy, the Forum goes beyond the tech to address the people, policies, and practices shaping digital government. Through peer exchange and practical sessions, participants gain the insights.

This is an invitation-only event, open to Public Sector only. For more information or to request an invitation, please contact Jennifer Caldwell.

Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (OCISO) is proud to announce the 27th Annual Information Security Forum (ISF) on May 20-21, 2026 (Wednesday-Thursday) at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, Texas. As the premier cybersecurity event for Texas state and local government and public education institutions, ISF 2026 brings together decision-makers, IT professionals, and security leaders from across the state for two days of learning, collaboration, and innovation.

ISF will feature engaging presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration between public-and private-sector security experts.

The Arizona Digital Government Summit is where innovation meets impact!

Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges. From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results. Whether you're shaping strategy or implementing solutions, the Summit delivers valuable peer connections and actionable guidance to help move your mission forward.

Open to Public Sector only.

Registration is not available for TechNet Cyber. Check back in Winter 2025.

Adversaries have taken to cyberspace to conduct continuous confrontations. Protecting cyber assets requires more than a single entity, it demands multiple organizations. Join us for this three-day event and interact with IT professionals, hear from experts and develop solutions to ensure technology can connect people to information.

The Kentucky Digital Government Summit is where innovation meets impact!

Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges. From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results. Whether you're shaping strategy or implementing solutions, the Summit delivers valuable peer connections and actionable guidance to help move your mission forward.

Open to Public Sector only.

TechNet Augusta 2026 gives participants the opportunity to examine and explore the intricacies of the cyber domain. With assistance from the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and industry experts, the conference is designed to open the lines of communication and facilitate networking, education and problem solving. Leaders and operators also discuss procurement challenges the military, government and industry face during a time of uncertain budgets and runaway technology advances.

With assistance from the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and industry, this three-day conference is designed to open the lines of communication between the military and commercial sector and provide a space where government and industry professionals can discuss issues and share solutions surrounding cyber electromagnetic activities and unified land operations.

The Idaho Digital Government Summit is where innovation meets impact!

Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges. From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results. Whether you're shaping strategy or implementing solutions, the Summit delivers valuable peer connections and actionable guidance to help move your mission forward.

Open to Public Sector only.

The Colorado Digital Government Summit is where innovation meets impact!

Bringing together the brightest minds in state and local government, this summit empowers public-sector leaders to explore cutting-edge technologies, modernize operations, and solve pressing challenges. From cybersecurity and AI to data governance and digital service delivery, sessions are designed to spark insight, foster collaboration, and accelerate real-world results. Whether you're shaping strategy or implementing solutions, the Summit delivers valuable peer connections and actionable guidance to help move your mission forward.

Open to Public Sector only.

Registration information will become available during Summer 2026.

TechNet Indo-Pacific is co-sponsored by AFCEA International and AFCEA Hawaii. It is the largest event in the Pacific Rim focusing on regional defense issues. Keynote speakers, panel moderators and panelists will discuss defense policies and challenges in the Indo- Pacific region and their relevance to both industry and government. Industry exhibitors will demonstrate products and solutions to meet the services' requirements and needs.