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CONFERENCE AGENDA

7:30 AM

Registration Open  |  Exhibit Hall Open  |  Breakfast and Networking

8:30 AM – 8:40 AM

Welcome and Opening Remarks

8:40 AM – 8:45 AM

Break

8:40 AM – 8:45 AM

Break

8:45 AM – 9:45 AM

Session A

Workplace Evolution: IT Infrastructure for the Next Generation of Innovation

The nature of work is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advances and shifting employee expectations. As businesses balance hybrid work models, smart infrastructure, and the increasing role of AI, IT infrastructure must stay ahead of the curve to support new ways of working. This session explores how future-ready technologies—like private 5G, AI-powered automation, and digital workflows—are reshaping the modern workplace and addressing the demands of today’s workforce.

Attendees will learn strategies to:

    • Enable seamless collaboration across office, remote, and hybrid environments.
    • Adopt smart infrastructure (e.g., IoT sensors, energy optimization, automated workflows) for more efficient operations.
    • Rebuild company culture and spontaneous innovation through better connectivity.
    • Address the generational shifts in how work is defined and supported by IT.

Whether you’re from biotech, healthcare, or consulting, this session will offer insights into how IT leaders can plan for the next 10-20 years, balancing agility and resilience. Discover how emerging infrastructure investments, like smart buildings and cellular networks, will drive not only operational efficiency but also innovation and workforce satisfaction. Join us as we explore how to future-proof your IT strategy for a dynamic and evolving workplace.

Moderator:  Yonald Chery, Technical Director, Technology Advancement Center (TAC)

Panelists: 

Charles Crawford, Vice President Business Development, Vision Technologies

Jon Fine, Director of Design Build Services, Vision Technologies

9:45 AM – 10:00 AM

Break

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Keynote Remarks
Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller – Invited

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM

Break

11:15 AM – 12:15 PM

Session B

Moving into the Future of Cybersecurity: Adapting to Evolving Threats

As we move into the future of emerging technology, cybersecurity challenges are becoming more sophisticated and pervasive. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the uninformed state of cybersecurity and why many organizations underestimate the risks. The expert panel will walk participants through the fundamentals of cyber hygiene—like software patching, data backups, and employee training—highlighting the costly consequences of neglect.

Attendees will explore the current state of cybersecurity, including the rise of ransomware, the growing marketplace for malware, and the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing social engineering and attack vectors. The discussion will also address common pain points, such as the belief that smaller businesses are immune to attacks, while emphasizing the risks associated with personal and employee data.

Participants will leave with a clear understanding of emerging cyber threats, practical steps they can take to strengthen their security posture, and how emerging technologies like AI are reshaping the security landscape. The goal is not just to inform but to motivate—demonstrating how preparation can significantly reduce the financial and operational impact of future breaches.

Moderator:  Kimberly Mentzell, Director of Cybersecurity and Aerospace, Maryland Department of Commerce

Panelists:

    • Chris May, Security Solutions Director, Advantage Technology
    • Tim Tang, Director, Business Technologists, Hughes
    • Greg Rogers, State Chief Information Security Officer, Maryland Department of Information Technology
    • Gregory Smith, Chief Information Security Officer, Frederick County, Maryland Government

12:15 PM – 1:30 pm

Luncheon Panel
The Cyber Battle Royale… How the same cyber tools (including AI) are used by both Hostile Actors and Defenders

This panel demonstration will have panelists each play either the Hostile or Defender and will battle it through escalating scenarios… such as attacks on common household threats, corporate threats, and large infrastructure threats to the utility grid or air traffic controller towers! Through these battles, you’ll learn some of the thinking and techniques behind how hostiles attack and most importantly some insight on how to defend from these attacks.

1:45 PM – 2:45 PM

Session C

Data Governance: Building a Framework for the Future of Emerging Technology

As emerging technologies, like AI, transform how we handle data, establishing robust data governance frameworks is essential for organizations to operate responsibly and sustainably. This panel will explore the rapidly evolving legal and regulatory landscape, where case law and policies strive to keep pace with technological advancements. Legal and industry leaders will share insights on the complex challenges of handling sensitive data in today’s dynamic environment, where regulatory expectations and best practices are continually shifting.

Key topics will include the challenges of data classification, stakeholder identification, data inventory, and the development of comprehensive policies around data storage, ownership, and categorization. Attendees will gain an understanding of the underestimated organizational impacts of data governance—such as costs related to AI applications—and the importance of maintaining high-quality, accurate data to ensure reliability in data-driven decision-making. The discussion will also highlight the expanding roles of Chief Data Officers and other data leaders, whose responsibilities in policy creation, data retention enforcement, and enterprise-wide data management are essential to sustainable data strategies. This session will equip attendees with best practices to build data governance frameworks that align with their organization’s strategic goals, establishing a foundation for success as they move into the future of emerging technology.

Moderator:  Daniel Cohen-Dumani, Founder & CEO, Experio AI

Panelists:

    • Benjamin Bengfort, Founder and CEO of Rotational Labs
    • Anthony Brown, Director of Data & AI, Procurement Sciences
    • Christopher Knouss, Head of GenAI for Chase Lending, JPMorgan Chase
    • Alexandra P. Moylan, CIPP/US, AIGP, Shareholder, Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC

2:45 PM – 3:00 PM

Break

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Session D

People-Driven Progress: Designing the Future of Emerging Tech

This panel will examine the critical “Human Element” in technology transformation, with a focus on workforce development and innovation. Panelists will discuss topics such as upskilling, reskilling, continuous learning, and engagement as strategies to address the rise of AI and automation. Attendees will gain insights into how these technologies unlock human potential, empowering the workforce to engage in more intelligent and meaningful work. This session will offer a roadmap for fostering innovation and empowering teams within their organizations.

Panelists: 

    • Nelson P. Moe (LCDR USN ret.), Director of Strategy – SLED, Iron Bow Technologies
    • Derek Swank, Managing Partner, CDO, 1Rivet

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Roundtables

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Cocktail Reception