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November 19-21, 2024
JW Marriott Mall of America, Bloomington, MN

Combining two reputable, legacy events into one new national premier event!

New Format, New Location, New Content & Expanded Audience!

We are excited to announce a new chapter for the nation’s longest-running government technology conference. The Government IT Leadership Summit & Symposium, produced and hosted by the Public Technology Institute, combines two legacy events into one unique and not to be missed event for government technology leaders and their teams. Join us!

New Format!

The GOVIT Leadership Summit, taking place on November 19, will bring together hundreds of local and state government IT executives and emerging leaders from across the country for a day filled with valuable information sharing and conversations about current and future trends, challenges and opportunities. The GOVIT Symposium, taking place on November 20 and 21, will include even more government technology professionals from diverse functional areas to learn and exchange ideas and solutions on a broad set of topics.

Participating in the GOVIT Leadership Summit & Symposium extends your organization’s opportunity to build knowledge, gain insights, share solutions and create invaluable relationships with colleagues across sectors, localities and function areas.

New Location!

Taking place at the JW Marriott at the Mall of America, the GOVIT Leadership Summit & Symposium is a destination location that is easily accessible by car or air travel. In addition to being minutes from the Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport, the JW Marriott is attached to Mall of America, making dining, shopping and entertainment options plentiful without having to leave the building! Enjoy beautiful and intimate conference facilities, well-appointed accommodations and a variety of amenities to round out your experience.

New Content & Expanded Audience!

The Public Technology Institute (PTI) has been a national leader since 1971 offering cutting edge professional development programs, educational events, services, research, and certifications to government technology leaders and professionals. This expertise and reach combined with the deep knowledge and experience of the members of the Symposium’s planning committee will offer new insights and information on rapidly changing technologies such as A.I., machine learning, cybersecurity, digital services, leadership, workforce – and the intersection between all of them!

JW Marriott Mall of America, Bloomington, MN

Join us in our new location, JW Marriott Mall of America, Bloomington, MN, on November 19-21st for the GOVIT Leadership Summit & Symposium to recharge, get inspired, and address our challenges… Together!

EXPLORE THE 2024 GOVIT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT & SYMPOSIUM:

2024 SUMMIT & SYMPOSIUM HIGHLIGHTS

  • Diverse, cross-sector & cross-function attendance
  • Format & setting designed for peer learning & engagement
  • Facilitated roundtable discussions
  • Keynote speaker & mainstage panel discussions
  • Over 40 “byte-sized” learning sessions
  • 2-hour deep-dive sessions
  • Fireside Chats
  • Multiple curated networking events
  • Awards program
  • Convenient, destination location

THE GOVIT SYMPOSIUM IS PERFECT FOR

  • CIOs, CISOs, CTOs, CBTOs
  • IT Directors and Managers
  • City/County Managers
  • Top Administrators
  • Accessibility and Equity Management
  • Data and System Analysts
  • Network Administrators
  • Information Security Analysts
  • Software/Systems Development and Engineers
  • Business Intelligence/Quality Assurance
  • Web and Applications Developers

State
Regional
Federal
Counties
Cities
K-12
Higher Education

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

GROUP RATES AVAILABLE:

SAVE 10% off of the regular rate for groups of 20 or more.

Government & Nonprofit Rates

PRIVATE SECTOR PRICING

THANK YOU, 2024 SPONSORS!

TECH SPONSOR

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Partnering with:

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SESSION SPONSORS

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About Fusion Learning Partners

From learning opportunities and events to organizational development and collaborative initiatives, Fusion exists to strengthen and transform the communities where we work, live, and thrive.

Because Innovation Begins with Learning.

2024 Steering Committee

  • Jay Wyant, Minnesota IT Services
  • Melissa Reeder, League of Minnesota Cities
  • Sue Wallace, Quantico Consulting
  • Amy Middendorf, Morrison County
  • Adam Larson, Washington County
  • John Gamades, OrangeBall Creative
  • Amy Kretsch-Ward, Fortinet
  • Alex Hepp, City of Hopkins
  • Dave Andrews, Minnesota State Services for the Blind
  • Jim Hall, Hallmentum
  • Lisa Meredith, Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative
  • Derek Engelking, City of Saint Paul
  • Tia Kropf Beringer, State of Wisconsin
  • Tim Herman, Online Business Systems and Minnesota Infraguard
  • Chetan Ganatra, Ramsey County
  • Patty Hartwig, LOGIS
  • Rebecca Dennis, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities
  • Matt Bailey, IBM
  • Sarah Mixdorf, Google