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CDAO Federal Ready Summit 2026
08:00

REGISTRATION & LIGHT BREAKFAST
08:50

Welcome Remarks from Corinium Intelligence

Linda Lastovych - Production Director – Defense and Government - CORINIUM INTELLIGENCE
09:00

Data Modernization and Public Service Transformation in American Cities

Dartanion Williams - Chief Data Officer - CITY OF BALTIMORE
- Advancing enterprise data modernization to strengthen service delivery, operational resilience, and cross-departmental coordination within city government
- Building data foundations that enable real-time insights, equitable resource allocation, and improved decision-making for public safety, infrastructure, and community services
- Embedding responsible data governance practices that enhance transparency, public trust, and accountability in high-impact municipal programs
- Developing a skilled, data-literate workforce and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to support sustainable, citywide digital transformation
09:30

Leading Through the Socio-Technical Revolution: Building a Workforce Ready for AI

Rob King - 3x Federal CDO -
- Examining the socio-technical shifts reshaping government operations and the need for a coordinated, enterprise approach to AI-driven transformation
- Strengthening workforce capability through targeted training, cultural adaptation, and programs that align human skills with emerging technologies
- Differentiating among AI modalities and assessing their operational impact, including workforce displacement risks and opportunities for role evolution
- Advancing cohesive modernization strategies that integrate technology adoption, organizational change, and workforce development across the federal ecosystem
10:00

Operational Advantage Through Data-Enabled Air Mobility and Command and Control

Colonel Gabriel Arrington - Director of Operations, 618th Air Operations Center - US AIR FORCE
- Leveraging enterprise data, advanced analytics, and decision-support tools to improve global air mobility operations and strengthen Joint Force readiness.
- Enhancing command and control through integrated platforms that provide real-time situational awareness, mission tracking, and dynamic tasking capabilities.
- Strengthening interoperability with partners and components by modernizing data pipelines, communications systems, and operational workflows.
- Advancing a mission-focused digital culture that equips airmen with the skills, tools, and processes required for rapid, data-informed operational execution
10:30

Networking Break in the Exhibition Area
11:00

Strengthening Global Financial Operations Through Data Governance and Responsible AI

Dr. ClarLynda Williams-DeVane - Chief Deputy and Deputy Secretary of Operational Excellence - NCDHHS
- Advancing enterprise data governance to enhance the accuracy, transparency, and reliability of financial information that supports global diplomatic operations.
- Applying analytics and emerging AI capabilities to improve financial risk management, audit readiness, fraud detection, and resource allocation across worldwide missions.
- Establishing responsible AI practices that align with federal policy, promote accountability, and ensure trust in high-stakes financial decision-making.
- Building a modern data and AI ecosystem that supports interoperability, operational efficiency, and workforce readiness within a global, distributed organizational structure.
11:30

Modernizing Federal Technology and Scaling AI for Workforce Readiness

Dr. Delester Brown Jr. - Chief Data & AI Officer - NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU
- Advancing enterprise technology modernization to accelerate AI adoption and strengthen mission delivery across the Department of Labor’s national programs.
- Building the digital foundations needed for scalable AI, including cloud modernization, data quality improvement, and interoperable platforms.
- Enhancing operational efficiency through AI-enabled tools that support analysis, service delivery, and program administration at national scale.
- Investing in workforce development initiatives that equip federal employees with the skills and capabilities required to operate effectively in an AI-enabled environment.
12:00

Lunch & Networking Break in the Exhibition Area
13:00

Roundtable 1: Advancing Federal Data Readiness: Quality, Interoperability, and Foundations for AI
- Improving data quality, metadata, and inventories to support enterprise analytics and AI integration.
- Overcoming structural barriers to cross-agency data sharing and interoperability.
- Aligning data governance practices with modernization priorities and mission outcomes.
- Building durable data foundations that enable scalable digital transformation
13:00

Roundtable 2: Scaling AI Adoption Across Government: Infrastructure, Use Cases, and Risk Considerations
- Identifying practical, mission-aligned AI use cases that deliver measurable value.
- Strengthening cloud, compute, and architectural requirements for AI deployment.
- Integrating automation, machine learning, and GenAI into operational workflows.
- Navigating implementation challenges across distributed and resource-constrained environments.
13:00

Roundtable 3: Building the Federal Workforce of the Future: Skills, Culture, and Change Enablement
- Developing the skills, training pathways, and career models needed for a data- and AI-enabled government.
- Supporting cultural adoption of new technologies across technical and non-technical roles.
- Embedding change management techniques that accelerate modernization efforts.
- Addressing workforce shortages in data science, engineering, cybersecurity, and AI operations.
16:00

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