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Join Federal News Network for an exclusive two-day virtual event that features high-level members of the greater federal financial management community and industry experts. By registering, you will receive firsthand government perspectives on mission-critical issues, like modernizing financial systems and remaining mindful of budgets, along with practical, actionable solutions. Each session will offer a window into current priorities, challenges and the strategies driving progress across government.

Register today for a front-row virtual seat!

Federal workforce policy is moving into an operational phase.

With new regulations taking effect, updated hiring authorities rolling out and agencies accelerating workforce modernization efforts, federal leaders are translating policy changes into day-to-day workforce practices.

From skills-based hiring and performance management reforms to workforce development, AI and modern workplace technologies, agencies are rethinking how they recruit, develop and retain talent while improving productivity, security and employee experience.

Federal News Network’s Workforce Reimagined 2026 brings together government and industry leaders to examine the evolving federal workforce landscape and share the practical steps agencies are taking to build a more agile, accountable and mission-ready workforce.

Through in-depth discussions led by Federal News Network journalists, participants will delve into how agencies are implementing workforce reforms, addressing critical skills gaps and preparing employees to meet emerging mission demands.

What you’ll learn:

• How agencies are implementing new approaches to performance management and employee assessment
• Strategies for strengthening accountability while supporting employee engagement and mission performance
• How AI and workplace technologies are streamlining hiring and improving productivity
• Efforts to attract technical talent into government service
• How skills-based hiring and updated position classifications are changing federal recruitment
• How secure digital tools are enhancing employee experience and mission performance 

As agencies adapt to new workforce priorities and evolving mission requirements, the need for innovative talent and technology strategies has never been greater.

We look forward to you joining us for Workforce Reimagined 2026!

Join Federal News Network Executive Editor and Ask the CIO Host Jason Miller for an exclusive conversation with Bernice Russell-Bond, the chief information security officer for the state of North Carolina as they discuss the state’s five-year cybersecurity strategy and the six goals her team is focusing on. Maria Thompson, a principal strategist for public sector at Wiz, will provide a holistic industry perspective.

Learning objectives:

• Gain perspective on North Carolina’s cybersecurity strategy
• Learn how North Carolina is optimizing cybersecurity tools
• Obtain firsthand advice for vendors and citizens on cybersecurity practices

Register to reserve your virtual seat!

Join Federal News Network for an exclusive three-day virtual event featuring high-level federal executives in the CAIO and CDO community, as well as industry experts from across government. By registering, you will receive firsthand government perspectives on mission-critical issues, like scaling AI adoption and governing data as a strategic asset, along with practical, actionable solutions. Each session will offer a window into current priorities, challenges and the strategies driving progress across government.

Register today for a front-row virtual seat!