Florida Technology Council

Tech Day at the Capitol? was an outstanding success! Fueled by cutting-edge technology, forward-thinking leadership, and dynamic collaboration, this year’s event was a true testament to the power of innovation—made possible by the support of our sponsors, partners, and members. ???Tech Day Industry Sponsor: ???Slalom?– Driving meaningful conversations on technology’s role in government and shaping Florida’s digital future. ???Tech Day Legislative Sponsors: ???Senator Jarrid “Jay” Collins ???Representative Mike Giallombardo ???Representative Fiona McFarland ???Tech Day Agency Sponsor: ???Kevin Guthrie MA CEM FPEM, Executive Director, Florida Division of Emergency Management ???Featured Guest Speaker: ???Warren Sponholtz, State of Florida Chief Information Officer ???Tech Day Partners: ???#CATSimulators?– Bringing immersive, hands-on training with cutting-edge heavy equipment simulators. ???RAD (Robotic Assistance Devices )?– Showcasing AI-powered robotics transforming security and public safety. ???Archer First Response Systems – Delivering strategic IT solutions to advance Florida’s digital landscape. ???Trulight LLC?– Supporting critical technology advancements that drive innovation across the state. We are incredibly grateful for the leadership and commitment of all those who made Tech Day an impactful platform for innovation, connection, and the future of technology in Florida. #TechDayAtTheCapitol #FloridaTech #Innovation #PublicPrivatePartnerships

The 2025 Legislative Edition of Florida Technology Magazine is Here! ???Read it now:?https://lnkd.in/djiFKg_D We’re proud to unveil the latest edition of?Florida Technology Magazine, your inside look at how technology is shaping the future of Florida’s government, industries, and communities. This issue is packed with?cutting-edge insights, expert contributions, and real-world innovation?that’s driving Florida forward. From AI-powered public safety solutions to workforce development initiatives, this edition explores the bold steps Florida is taking to lead in technology and policy. ???Featured Articles Include: ???The $4.45 Million Wake-Up Call: Why Cybersecurity is No Longer Optional?– Bruno Sousa, Managing Director, Technology Solutions, Marcman Solutions ???AI Is Here: Now What Can I Do as a Florida Agency??– Ernie Sanders, Director, State and Local Inc, Peraton ???AI-Powered Firearm Detection: The Next Frontier in Public Safety?– Troy McCanna, Chief Security Officer, Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD) ???Smart Infrastructure: Protecting Lives, Strengthening Resilience, and Reducing Costs?– David Clark, CEO MyGovGuide and Managing Partner, Allegiant Strategies Group ???Upskilling Florida’s OT Workforce to Power the State’s Tech Economy?– Melissa Boutwell, LEED AP OM, CEO, Automation Strategy & Performance, Inc. ???Empowering Leaders through Transformative Data Insights?– Monica Corbin, Client Partner, and Armand Tesserot, Data & AI, Slalom ???Incarcerated Women at Lowell Correctional Institution Gain Hope Through Heavy Equipment Operator Program – Nate Hurn #CATSimulators ???Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: Verizon | Slalom | MyGovGuide | Peraton | Allegiant Strategies Group | Knowli Data Science | NWRDC | GoGig Join us in celebrating?Florida’s thriving technology ecosystem—where public and private sectors unite to create real impact.?Read, share, and be part of the conversation! ?? #FloridaTech #Innovation #PublicSectorLeadership

A Huge Thank You to Our Tech Day Speakers! Tech Day at the Capitol? wouldn’t have been the same without the incredible insights and leadership from our esteemed speakers. Their expertise and vision are shaping Florida’s technology future and driving meaningful conversations between industry and government. ?? Thank you to: ? Representative Mike Giallombardo – Florida House ? Senator Jarrid “Jay” Collins – Florida Senate ? Monica Corbin – Slalom ? Kevin Guthrie MA CEM FPEM – Executive Director, Florida Division of Emergency Management ? Warren Sponholtz – State Chief Information Officer ? Jonathan Conrad – Chair, Florida Technology Council ? James Taylor – CEO, Florida Technology Council Your contributions made Tech Day a success, and we’re grateful for your leadership in Florida’s innovation ecosystem! What was your biggest takeaway from Tech Day? Drop your thoughts in the comments! ?? #TechDayAtTheCapitol #FloridaTech #Innovation #Leadership

Today is the Day! Tech Day at the Capitol? is Here! Florida’s top tech innovators, policymakers, and industry leaders are gathering?TODAY?on the?22nd floor of the Florida Capitol?to experience the future of technology firsthand! ?? Live robots, emergency response drones, and immersive simulators ???Exclusive networking with Florida’s legislative and agency leaders ???Be the first to get the 2025 Legislative Session Edition of Florida Technology Magazine ???Exclusive to Florida Legislators & Staff, State & Local Government Leadership, FTC Members, and Florida Technology Foundation Contributors & Partners. ???Florida Capitol, 22nd Floor ???5:00 PM – 9:00 PM We can’t wait to see you there—tag a colleague who needs to be here!

Tech Day at the Capitol?– 28 Hours Away! The countdown is on! In just?28 hours, live robots, simulators, and emergency response drones will take over the?22nd floor of the Florida Capitol?for?Tech Day at the Capitol?. ?? Hands-on technology demonstrations ?? Insightful presentations from top industry and government leaders ?? Networking with Florida’s key decision-makers This is your chance to experience cutting-edge innovation and connect with those shaping Florida’s future.?We hope to see you there! ???22nd Floor, Florida State Capitol ???March 5, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM ???Exclusive to Florida Legislators & Staff, State & Local Government Leadership, FTC Members, and Florida Technology Foundation Contributors & Partners. #TechDayAtTheCapitol #Innovation #FloridaTech #EmergingTech #PublicSector #AI #Cybersecurity

A Huge Thank You to Slalom – Our Headline Sponsor for Tech Day at the Capitol?! We are proud to have Slalom as our main sponsor, helping to bring together Florida’s top technology leaders, policymakers, and innovators. With a deep commitment to public and social impact, Slalom partners with organizations to drive meaningful change—creating powerful customer experiences, innovative solutions, and new ways of working that move communities forward. Their support makes this event possible, providing a platform for collaboration, innovation, and progress at the intersection of technology and government. ?? Learn more about Slalom’s Public & Social Impact work: https://lnkd.in/dzdWYCYz #TechDayAtTheCapitol #FloridaTech #Innovation #PublicSector #TechnologyLeadership

?? The #memberspotlight is on Illumio ?? Securing Florida’s Public Services with Zero Trust Segmentation: Illumio, the most comprehensive Zero Trust solution for ransomware and breach containment, protects?Florida’s government, utilities, transportation, and education IT?organizations from cyber disasters and enables operational resilience without complexity.? ? By visualizing traffic flows and automatically setting segmentation policies, the Illumio Zero Trust Segmentation Platform reduces unnecessary lateral movement across the multi-cloud and hybrid infrastructure, protecting critical resources and preventing the spread of ransomware and other cyber-attacks. ? And our Zero Trust Segmentation (ZTS) solution ensures compliance with CJIS, PCI, HIPAA, NIST, and FedRAMP Moderate without costly network changes ? Key Benefits: Stops ransomware and prevents breaches from spreading Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations Protects critical services like law enforcement, healthcare, and utilities Provides real-time visibility and automated segmentation ? By securing Florida’s public sector, Illumio strengthens cyber resilience while safeguarding essential services and the communities they serve. ?? For more information about Illumio, visit: https://www.illumio.com/

???RADDOG is Coming to Tech Day at the Capitol?! Get ready to witness the future of public safety robotics! We’re thrilled to welcome?Robotic Assistance Devices (RAD)and their cutting-edge?RADDOG, an AI-powered robotic dog built for law enforcement and security applications. From?autonomous patrolling?to?real-time surveillance, this next-generation technology is redefining public safety.?See it in action! ???Watch RADDOG in action here:?https://lnkd.in/eT2vPJCQ ?? Don’t miss this live demonstration of how AI and robotics are shaping the future!

We’re honored to have Executive Director Kevin Guthrie MA CEM FPEM speaking as our agency sponsor at the Capitol?! As a leader in Florida’s emergency management and innovation efforts, Kevin Guthrie’s support helps drive crucial conversations at the intersection of technology and public service. His commitment to advancing resilience, efficiency, and modernization in government makes a lasting impact on Florida’s future. Join us on March 5th at the Florida State Capitol to engage with top policymakers, tech innovators, and industry leaders! ?? 22nd Floor, Florida State Capitol ?? March 5, 2025 | 5 PM - 9 PM ?? Exclusive to FTC Members, Florida Legislators & Staff, State & Local Government Leadership, and Florida Technology Foundation Contributors & Partners. ?? Get ready for an evening of insightful discussions, networking, and hands-on innovation! #TechDayAtTheCapitol #FloridaTech #Leadership #Innovation

We are proud to announce Representative Fiona McFarland as the Florida House of Representative sponsor for Tech Day at the Capitol? on March 5th! As a key leader in Florida’s legislative tech initiatives, Rep McFarland continues to drive innovation, cybersecurity, and digital transformation in our state. Tech Day is where?Florida’s government and technology communities connect—bringing together policymakers, state agencies, and industry experts to discuss the technologies shaping the future. A huge thank you to?Representative McFarland?for helping make this event possible! ???March 5, 2025 ???22nd Floor, Florida Capitol ???Open to FTC Members, Florida Legislators & Staff, State & Local Government Leadership, and Florida Technology Foundation Contributors & Partners ???Be part of the conversation that’s driving Florida forward! #TechDayAtTheCapitol #FloridaTech #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #PublicPolicy