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Welcome to the 2026 TASSCC Annual Conference. This year our conference will celebrate the TASSCC community and encourage collaboration between our agencies and our industry partners.

The TASSCC Annual Conference is Texas’s premier event for state IT leaders, partnering to advance education and networking among professionals supporting information technology for Texas public sector and higher education.

Last year’s event welcomed over 850 attendees, including 350+ government sector employees.

The 52nd Annual TASSCC Conference celebrates the spirit of Texas IT innovation with the theme “Big Tex, Bigger Tech: The Future of Texas IT.” Bringing together technology leaders, public sector professionals, and industry experts, this conference will explore the emerging trends, transformative technologies, and forward-thinking strategies shaping the future of IT across Texas. Hosted in the home of the iconic Texas State Fair, attendees will gain valuable insights, build meaningful connections, and discover how innovation is driving smarter, more connected communities for years to come.

Government, industry and academia are actively using new or modifying existing digital technologies to assist with changes, improvements, and efficiencies in operation of the business processes, meet customer demands, utilize automation to reduce many manual work processes while improving productivity, and enable these tools to reach a wider audience by reducing geographic barriers. Digital Transformation can improve operational efficiencies, provide more agility and flexibility in day-to-day activities, enable opportunities to grow and expand, and provide new value, satisfaction, and benefit for not only the staff but also the customers and shareholders. Many have dubbed "Digital Transformation as Reimagining How we do Business”.

Digital Transformation needs strong leadership with a clear vision and the willing support of staff to make the needed transition. Another key element of Digital Transformation is understanding what technology is capable of doing and how an agency or organization can make the most use of that technology investment.

This Summit will focus on where Digital Transformation is today, how it has been used to transition to new innovative technologies, and how it has improved overall performance. This event will also include an international element to hear how other countries have utilized digital technologies successfully.

Join national leaders, innovators, and security experts for a dynamic summit exploring the evolving intersection of cybersecurity, advanced technologies, and public service. As threats grow more complex and missions become increasingly digital, this summit will spotlight how modern governments can adapt and thrive.

This high-impact event will bring together voices from across federal, state, and local agencies – as well as unconventional private-sector partners – to address the critical challenges and breakthrough solutions shaping the future of secure governance.

This summit is not just about defense – it's about reimagining the architecture of trust, identity, and technology in the modern era of governance.

The federal government is in the midst of an ongoing transformation with a premium placed on adopting the most modern commercial technologies and driving efficiency on the journey to service delivery and mission success. Guided by the top priorities of the White House, leaders across the federal government are embracing advanced technologies like generative AI and the cloud, fortifying cybersecurity by shifting to zero-trust architectures and embracing post-quantum cryptography, and prioritizing user experience in digital services. Join us for FedTalks 2026 in Washington, D.C. Hosted by FedScoop, FedTalks is the largest annual gathering of C-level executives, leaders and innovators from the government and tech communities. Now in its 16th year, FedTalks brings together more than 1,000 of the country’s most influential leaders for one day of discussion, exploring ways technology and people can transform government and our nation.

Key topics discussed at FedTalks will include:

• Federal AI adoption
• Commercial software acquisition
• Unleashing innovation
• Zero-trust security progress
• 21st-century digital services
• Data as a foundation for emerging technologies
• Cloud security
• Quantum computing and cryptography

And much more! Register now to secure your spot among the most influential leaders in the federal technology space at FedTalks 2026.

Come join us in Las Vegas for five exciting days of keynotes, breakout sessions, chalk talks, interactive labs, and career-changing connections. Your conversations with AWS leaders, experts, and peers will leave you feeling inspired and equipped to build nearly anything you can imagine—and tackle your most ambitious goals.

AWS re:Invent is for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the latest technology advancements on AWS and capitalize on transformative innovations like generative AI, analytics, and cloud operations. Whether you’re a developer, a business decision-maker, an IT decision-maker, or a technical project manager, there’s something at re:Invent for you.

Every re:Invent marks a milestone of innovation. Join us in Las Vegas as cloud pioneers gather from across the globe for the latest AWS innovations, peer-to-peer learning, expert-led discussions, and invaluable networking opportunities.

The mission of the Center for Digital Government is to help make government better.  Our annual Envision Summit does just that – we convene the brightest minds in state and local government to imagine what’s next.

Envision is an invitation-only national Summit to bring together government executives from cities, counties and states across the county – alongside our trusted industry partners.  With the theme “The answer is in the room,” the Summit creates space for meaningful peer-to-peer learning, network building and open sharing of the innovative work happening in government.

As we wrap up 2026, we are excited to host Envision – an opportunity to celebrate this year’s wins and chart a course for 2027 and beyond.

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

The era of "admiring the problem" is over. In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the true measure of innovation isn’t found in a strategic plan or a conceptual slide deck – it’s found in the successful delivery of mission-critical results.

Imagine Nation ELC 2026 is moving beyond the drawing board. This year, we are gathering the boldest minds in government and industry to move Beyond the Blueprint. We are shifting the conversation from what is possible to what is being proven.

This conference is designed for the disruptors and the doers who understand that implementation is the ultimate form of innovation. Join us as we explore:

• The Velocity of Delivery: How leaders are accelerating the timeline from ideation to implementation.
• Disruptive Implementation: Breaking through legacy mindsets and bureaucratic hurdles to deploy modern solutions.
• Proven Impact: Real-world case studies of IT initiatives that have moved past the pilot phase to deliver tangible value to the citizen.

It’s time to stop talking about the future and start building it. Join us at the Gaylord National this December to celebrate our collective accomplishments and sharpen the tools needed to turn your next big idea into lasting impact.

The Department of the Air Force Information Technology and Cyberpower Training and Education Event (DAFITC) will take place in Montgomery, AL from August 24-26, 2026.

This year, thousands of Air Force peers, along with private sector leaders in the IT and cyber security field convened to network, discuss, connect, and learn about the newest and most prevailing threats to our global networks and national defense. DAFITC 2026 is expected to featured 140+ breakouts, an exhibit hall with over 200 vendor booths, and over 4,000 attendees, speakers, and exhibitors.

Attendees will hear from leading voices in the public and private sectors, hearing a range of ideas, opinions, and assessments of the current state of all things cyber as well as insights into what the keys to future success might look like.

COVITS is Virginia’s catalyst for government innovation.

Co-hosted with the Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA), this reimagined two-day symposium brings together 600+ public-sector leaders to explore the bold ideas, emerging technologies, and strategic leadership driving Virginia’s digital future. From modernizing infrastructure to improving service delivery, COVITS delivers high-impact sessions, peer-led insights, and unmatched networking across all levels of government. Whether you’re shaping policy or executing transformation, this is where Virginia’s tech evolution takes center stage.

The Pennsylvania 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.