Government Blockchain Use Cases: IBM & Guardtime

Come learn about Government Blockchain Use Cases from IBM and Guardtime.

David McElroy is a Blockchain Technical Lead with IBM. He works primarily with government and international organizations to help them understand what blockchain technology is and how it applies to their business. David recently moved to Washington, D.C. and spends his free time traveling, hiking, gaming, and discussing blockchain with anyone who will listen to him.

Guardtime is a team of over 150 cryptographers, developers and security architects, with decades of experience defending networks from nation-state attack.

Randy Bishop is the Guardtime General Manager for Energy Infrastructure. Randy is a focused business executive dedicated to strategy, planning and delivery driving corporate growth and value. Over thirty years of innovative leadership in key positions over a broad spectrum of security, intelligence, and law enforcement programs worldwide. Experienced in business development and delivery, cybersecurity technology development and implementation, business transformation, strategic planning and profit management. Leader in identifying opportunities for investment in disruptive technologies or solutions helping improve corporate portfolio and future growth. Key areas of expertise include:
• Blockchain Strategy and Implementation
• Critical Infrastructure Protection
• Advanced Technology Strategy and Solutions
• Business Transformation
• High Risk Program Management