Nextgov/FCW & Route Fifty Cloud Summit Agenda

Welcome to the Nextgov/FCW Cloud Summit!

Anna Pettyjohn

EVP, Product & Strategy
GovExec

Modern IT infrastructures are essential to unlocking the full value of mission-critical data. In this opening keynote, we’ll explore how cloud computing, AI, and machine learning are fueling innovation across state and local government. Whether your agency is advancing digital transformation or just beginning its modernization journey, this session State of Nebraska's CIO will provide key insights on harnessing cloud and emerging technologies to overcome today’s challenges and drive future success.

Dr. Matthew McCarville

Chief Information Officer
State of Nebraska

Chris Teale

Staff Reporter
Route Fifty

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Mohammed Sohail Chaudhry

Chief Technology Officer, Office of Digital Transformation
U.S. Food & Drug Administration

Christian Hoff

Director, US Federal Civilian and Health
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Worldwide Public Sector (WWPS)

As governments increasingly shift to cloud-based environments, they are unlocking new ways to harness and analyze vast amounts of data. This transition is helping agencies gain clearer insights into their operations, identify opportunities for program improvements, and enhance decision-making processes. By better understanding and utilizing their data, governments can ultimately deliver more effective and responsive services to the communities they serve.

This conversation will examine how shifting to a cloud based environment enables governments to wrap their heads around existing data and better understand opportunities to improve programs plus dig into what that ultimately means for delivering better services on the ground.

Santiago Garces

Chief Information Officer
City of Boston, MA

Joe Collins

Enterprise Chief Technology Officer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Chris Teale

Staff Reporter
Route Fifty

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Tommy Gardner

Chief Technology Officer
HP

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As federal agencies continue to modernize their IT infrastructure, the adoption of multi-cloud environments and cloud-enabled emerging technologies is becoming increasingly essential. These advancements present new opportunities to streamline operations, enhance service delivery, and support innovation. However, navigating a multi-cloud landscape also introduces challenges related to integration, security, and governance.

This session will explore how federal agencies are navigating the complexities of managing multi-cloud environments while leveraging cloud-enabled emerging technologies. Discover how these efforts are driving innovation, improving operational efficiency, and supporting mission-critical initiatives across the public sector.

Jimmy L. Hall, Jr.

Chief Information Officer & Director, Technology, and Innovation Office
Bureau of Intelligence and Research, Department of State

Edward Graham

Technology Reporter
NextGov/FCW

Cloud computing provides lots of benefits, including the ability to move fast and modernize continuously. Mitch Herckis, head of global public affairs at Wiz, and Andrew Werner will discuss how government agencies can take advantage of the opportunities cloud presents while meeting regulatory requirements and scaling security across complex enterprise environments.

Mitch Herckis

Global Head of Government Affairs
Wiz

Andrew Werner

Group Publisher
GovExec

Discover how SAP’s secure, scalable solutions are driving greater efficiency, transparency, and resilience across public sector organizations. Learn how cloud innovation is enhancing citizen services, improving resource management, and supporting compliance with evolving regulatory demands. Whether you are navigating budget constraints or security challenges, this session will offer insights into how the cloud can accelerate your digital transformation journey.

Joe Ditchett

Industry Executive Advisor - Federal Civilian and Defense
SAP

Don Ingle

Industry Executive Advisor - State and Local Government, Education
SAP

Cloud technologies are transforming how government agencies achieve mission-critical objectives. In this closing keynote, we’ll explore real-world case studies that showcase how cloud adoption is driving innovation and operational efficiency. From optimizing data analytics to implementing AI and machine learning, DISA's Brad Wright will highlight the measurable benefits of cloud in the public sector and provide valuable insights for shaping future success.

Brad Wright

Chief, Hybrid Cloud Broker, J9, Hosting and Compute (HaC)
DISA

In this talk, we’ll dive into the power of hybrid cloud for the public sector, focusing on how open-source technologies from Red Hat are bridging the gap between on-premise and cloud environments. By integrating cloud-native capabilities with existing infrastructure, agencies can securely scale, optimize workloads, and drive innovation with technologies like AI and automation. Learn how hybrid cloud is reshaping mission operations while balancing security, flexibility, and control.

Tony James

Chief Architect, Science and Space
Red Hat

Thank you for joining us for the Nextgov/FCW Cloud Summit

Anna Pettyjohn

EVP, Product & Strategy
GovExec