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Microsoft's Azure Government user community was created to bring together professionals interested in learning about government innovation, especially around cloud computing technologies and capabilities. With more than 4,100 members, this community is open to the public and provides a non-sales environment to share best practices and learnings during regular meetups.

Location
12012 Sunset Hills Drive, #100, Reston, VA
Website
www.meetup.com/DCAzureGov
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Events We Are Sponsoring

OneGov Security in Action: From Procurement to Operations

May 14, 2026

Virtual / Online

Quzara Government Team at Carahsoft
This session explores how federal agencies and contractors can strengthen cybersecurity while navigating procurement complexity and evolving compliance requirements. Attendees will see how the OneGov ecosystem brings together Microsoft’s security platform, Carahsoft’s procurement model and Quzara Cybertorch™ managed operations to create a more efficient path to operational security. The discussion focuses on practical approaches to accelerating deployment, improving visibility and reducing the burden on internal teams.
 
Attendees will learn how to:
  • Understand how the OneGov program connects procurement, platform and operations
  • Navigate current federal cybersecurity pressures driving XDR adoption and consolidation
  • Leverage Microsoft’s OneGov offering to support a unified security strategy
  • Accelerate security operations and compliance readiness with managed services
  • Reduce time to value and operational overhead without building capabilities in-house
We hope attendees leave with a clearer understanding of how to move from procurement to fully operational security faster and more efficiently.
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May 18-21, 2026

Las Vegas, NV

We’re reshaping the future of business, together.

Dell Technologies World is happening May 18-21, 2026 in Las Vegas. Get ready for breaking announcements and innovations, visionary Keynotes, non-stop learning opportunities, epic entertainment and unlimited networking — all in one place.  

Here’s a snapshot of what you can expect:

  • Industry leaders defining the future of tech - Join to hear how innovators will unlock breakthrough tech that will move your organization further faster.
  • Find your edge in technical sessions: Choose from 200+ Breakout Sessions on the biggest topics in tech to gain actionable insights.
  • Scheduled conversations in dedicated meeting spaces: Come connect with Dell Technologies leaders and subject matter experts on your unique business needs.
  • Work, connect and play: Expect everything from networking lounges to Hands-on Labs to Skee-Ball — the Village is the heart of the conference.
  • Explore the latest tech and solutions: Experience leading-edge tech from Dell Technologies and partners in the immersive Solutions Expo.
  • Big bands, big fun: Get excited for Wednesday night’s entertainment — a night designed to celebrate you and our community!

May 19, 2026

Reston, VA

We’re excited to announce Carahsoft’s 3rd Annual Artificial Intelligence for Government Summit. This premier event will bring together Federal, State and Local government leaders, practitioners and industry experts to explore how AI is reshaping government missions, services and infrastructure.


Engage in expert-led discussions and practical demonstrations covering key AI priorities, including:

  • Copilots and AI Tools to Streamline Daily Workflows: Improving efficiency and productivity across agencies 
  • Responsible AI and Governance: Building trust, transparency and compliance in AI adoption 
  • AI and Cybersecurity: Strengthening security and protecting critical infrastructure 
  • Advanced Data and AI Strategies: Enabling smarter decisions and mission outcomes 
Register for Docusign Momentum today to discover how AI is transforming the way organizations create, manage and execute agreemetns. This two-day event brings together industry leaders, product experts and peers for visinary keynotes, hands-on sessions and real-world insights into Intelliget Agreement Management. 

Federal and Defense agencies are pushing to accelerate their digital transformation and begin leveraging AI solutions for automating workflows, accelerate decision-making and enhance mission readiness. Microsoft 365 Copilot is an AI-powered solution designed to drive mission modernization, operational efficiency and secure collaboration at scale.

Join Microsoft and Carahsoft for an exclusive workshop where Microsoft experts will facilitate the discussion around Microsoft 365 Copilot and how your agency can begin leveraging AI-powered solutions for mission success. By attending this workshop, you will experience live demos, customer success stories and actionable guidance for accelerating your agency's AI journey with Microsoft 365 Copilot.

If you are interested in learning more about Microsoft 365 Copilot, this workshop will show you how to apply AI solutions that streamline workflows and enhance mission readiness.

May 31-Jun 4, 2026

Las Vegas, NV

Join us for an unforgettable week in vibrant Las Vegas, where hands-on learning, powerful collaboration, and epic fun collide!

 

For over 36 years, Cisco Live has been the ultimate destination for IT practitioners. Supercharge your skills, explore the future of tech, build your network, and celebrate one another!

 

Why should you attend?

  • Connect and network with the brightest minds to tackle your toughest tech and business challenges.
  • Discover the latest Cisco products, technologies, and services – from AI to security and networking. Plus, put your new expertise to the test with a Cisco certification exam, available for FREE to all Full Conference and IT Leadership package pass holders.
  • Hear from Cisco’s Executive Leadership Team and technology industry trailblazers as they unveil Cisco’s vision for the future. Learn from top partners and Cisco experts in the energetic heart of Cisco Live – the World of Solutions!
  • Get ready to party at the legendary Cisco Live Celebration! Experience epic receptions, dynamic meetups, thrilling gamification competitions – and more! – all week long in Las Vegas. 

Jun 1-3, 2026

National Harbor, MD

Join us to uncover the latest cybersecurity insights and solutions with experts, CISOs and service providers to accelerate your business.

The 2026 agenda will deliver the latest cybersecurity, risk management, strategy and leadership insights across key topic areas, covering the challenges most critical to CISOs and their teams.

Explore the topics that will be covered at this year’s conference, informed by key challenges for CISOs and their teams.

  • AI in Cybersecurity - Cybersecurity leaders play a critical role in AI. Explore how to govern the secure use of AI across your organization, integrate AI into all aspects of cybersecurity, defend against AI-generated attacks and navigate the AI hype to create real value.
  • Cyber Resilience - In an ever-changing and increasingly complex environment and threat landscape, improving the ability of the organization to resist, absorb, recover and adapt to business disruption is vital. Cybersecurity leaders must embed resilience as a key element in every aspect of their cybersecurity programs.
  • Cybersecurity Leadership, Management and Governance - Cybersecurity leaders must reframe their roles for a volatile, uncertain world and better support business outcomes. Learn how to develop a business-driven cybersecurity program, use metrics to prove value, deliver effective cybersecurity governance, and enhance leadership skills and effectiveness.
  • Data Security, Privacy and Compliance - Discover how to build the right data security governance and controls to account for constantly changing data-sharing requirements, the increasing risks of using unstructured data with generative AI tools and privacy laws.
  • Security Culture, Behavior and Awareness - Cultivating a robust cybersecurity culture within the organization is crucial for safeguarding assets and maintaining trust with key business partners. Explore how to reevaluate your awareness initiatives to foster a culture of security and enable increased secure behaviors.

Secure your spot at Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit 2026. See you there!

Jun 8-9, 2026

Virtual / Online

Looking for intense hands-on training to help you take your career to a new level? Live! 360 Training Seminars take our world-class education to you in an intimate virtual setting with an industry expert as your guide. Keep up-to-date on some of the hottest trends in the developer/IT world to drive your career forward. These engaging and high-impact training seminars provide in-depth education and knowledge-share, networking with fellow peers, and one-on-one interaction with a skilled instructor to take what you have learned back to your office.

Who Should Attend?

This hands-on seminar is open to Developers, Senior Software Engineers, IT Pros, Architects, IT Managers, Citizen developers, Technology Product Managers, IT leaders, Enterprise Architects, Chief Analytics Officers, and Chief Technology Officers and decision-makers interested in learning about Azure OpenAI & Azure Applied AI to infuse artificial intelligence and build next-generation multimodal applications. A multimodal GenAI application seamlessly generates high-quality content across text, images, video, and audio, all at once. AI agents are designed to perform specific tasks, answer questions, and automate processes for users. These agents vary widely in complexity. They range from simple chatbots, to copilots, to advanced AI assistants in the form of digital or robotic systems that can run complex workflows autonomously. Experience with either C# or Python is preferred, but it is not required. No prior knowledge of AI is required. Although this is not a seminar/ workshop on data & analytics, data scientists will find it very useful too, as will data stewards and technically minded data protection officers and Red Teams.

Jun 15-18, 2026

San Francisco, CA

Join 20,000 of your peers for 700+ sessions, keynotes and training at the world’s largest data, analytics and AI conference.

 

Data + AI Summit speakers include leading experts, researchers and open source contributors — from Databricks and across the data and AI community.

 

Discover the Latest Technologies
Explore the latest advances in Delta Lake, Apache Iceberg™, agentic systems, MLflow, Apache Spark™, Unity Catalog, DLT, DSPy, LangChain, PyTorch, dbt, Trino, as well as the newest innovations from our sponsors, partners and the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform.

 

Make Meaningful Connections
Interact with thousands of your peers from the data and AI community, and grow your professional network through social meetups, the Expo and exclusive event parties. 

 

Training and Certification
Sharpen your expertise with instructor-led, half-day training. Boost your credentials with our hands-on, lab-based format and get onsite certifications.

Jun 16, 2026

Arlington, VA

The Pentagon is entering a new phase of modernization, one defined less by experimentation and more by enterprise-scale execution. Technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, autonomous systems, space architectures, and next-generation missile defense are no longer separate initiatives. Together, they form the foundation of future warfighting. From data platforms that enable faster, predictive decisions, to edge AI operating in contested environments, to autonomous systems reshaping force design, today’s conflicts are driving a fundamental shift in how military power is built and applied. As near-peer competitors move quickly, often without ethical or policy constraints, the United States and its allies must convert technological advantage into sustained operational dominance.

The annual Defense One Tech Summit brings together senior defense leaders and innovators from across the services and combatant commands to examine how the Pentagon is building, scaling, and governing these critical technologies. Discussions will explore enterprise AI and data infrastructure, distributed and tactical intelligence, real-world autonomous operations, autocratic approaches to AI, startup-driven innovation, and the convergence of space, missile defense, and nuclear deterrence. Together, these conversations will highlight how the U.S. can move faster from prototype to production, identify remaining barriers, and better align government and industry to compete and win in an era of accelerating technological competition.

Sep 22, 2026

Albany, NY

The New York 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.

Sep 27-30, 2026

San Diego, CA

NASCIO conferences facilitate relationship building, peer learning and collaborative solutioning among members
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There are no demos or an exhibit floor: the focus is relationships and partnerships centered on the needs of the states

 

NASCIO excels as the premier community and trusted resource for state CIOs

  • Support transition planning, processes and mentoring for state CIOs
  • Identify and promote leading practices and innovations to support, enable and transform the business of state government
  • Promote and cultivate additional information technology communities of practice in support of the state CIO and transformational government services
  • Improve the sharing of experiences and expertise among members, trade associations and strategic partners
  • Curate and promote content on information technology issues, implications and solutions
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Events Where We Are Exhibiting

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.

Aug 18, 2026

Saint Paul, MN

The Minnesota 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.

Aug 25, 2026

Sacramento, CA

The California Government Innovation 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.

Sep 10, 2026

Columbus, OH

The Ohio 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.

Sep 16, 2026

Lansing, MI

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.

Oct 19-22, 2026

Orlando, FL

Join us to uncover the latest CIO insights and solutions with experts, IT executive peers and service providers to accelerate your business.

 

Why Gartner conferences?

  • Insights you can trust - Join us for the only IT conference shaped by data-driven insights and more than 200,000 annual conversations between Gartner experts and the IT community.
  • Validate your strategy - Our global team of 60+ on-site data, analytics and AI experts helps you create and validate your game plan using actionable business and technology insights.
  • Strengthen your network - Join a large and diverse group of data, analytics and AI executives at a conference that prioritizes meaningful interactions and powerful connections.

Nov 15-20, 2026

Chicago, IL

Each year, SC provides the leading technical program for the HPC community. The Program is designed to share best practices in all areas of high performance computing. Become a contributor and share your excellence. Presenting at SC is extremely rewarding.

 

Here’s your opportunity to meet and interact with industry, research organizations, universities, and startups joining us from across the globe. As an exhibitor, showcase your cutting-edge technologies, products, and services to thousands of attendees.

 

The Students@SC program offers a broad range of volunteer experiences, cluster competitions, and networking opportunities. Put your professional development into overdrive and identify the possibilities within the field of high performance computing.

 

Industry, academia, and government experts volunteer to design, build, and administer the cutting-edge SCinet infrastructure, providing internet connectivity for attendees and pushing the boundaries of network innovation through research and demos.

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