The Public Sector Show by TechTables

FEATURING:Phil Komarny, Chief Innovation Officer, Maryville University of Saint LouisIN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:How Maryville is transforming education by treating personal data as a driver for lifelong learning relationshipsThe innovation behind Maryville Works' subscription-based workforce development modelHow breaking traditional course content into modular components can make education more personalized and cost-effectiveWhy eliminating "20th-century processes" and transforming IT into "collective technology" is reshaping higher educationThe impact of courageous leadership in driving institutional change, as shown through Maryville's organizational transformation📹 A behind-the-sceneslook at the 2024 EDUCAUSE + Carahsoft Live Podcast Tour promo video👉 Click here to see the promo video! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

***Shoutout to Digital Era Group and FIU for hosting Secure Miami on May 4th, 2023, and having Joe Toste host a panel.Also a big thank you to our brand partners who keep this podcast free to the listener:Nagarro is a leading provider of digital government services, partnering with state, local, and federal clients on some of their most strategic technology projects. Nagarro offers expertise in Digital Services, Legacy Modernization, Case Management, Data & AI, Service Desk, Cyber Security, and more. To learn more, check out www.nagarro.com.Today on The Public Sector Show by TechTables, we hear from Joe Toste's panel discussion on The Future of Public Cloud Security: Emerging Technologies and Trends at Secure Miami.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(01:55) Helvetiella Longoria discusses securing a multi-cloud environment(05:30) - Andrew Phillips discusses the pros and cons of securing a multi-cloud environment(06:49) - Michelle Jackman discusses trends and challenges in multi-cloud security(11:00) Julie O'Brien introduces herself and discusses securing a multi-cloud environment(12:13) Helvetiella Longoria discusses challenges in securing higher education environments(15:41) Andrew Phillips discusses financial and cost optimization in public cloud security(16:08) "You can't secure what you don't know you have" - Andrew Phillips(21:50) "You have to take a holistic approach" - Michelle Jackman(25:49) "It's a shared responsibility" - Helvetiella Longoria(34:22) "It's a people problem" - Joe TosteWe send out a free weekly podcast and a newsletter highlighting human-centric stories from public sector CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders across federal, state, city, county, and higher education.Sign up for Behind the Mic by TechTables https://www.techtables.com/Listen on:🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-public-sector-show-by-techtables/id1661752549🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bFQBsDwKJkdNk2qENkhNL (timestamps, audience Q&A)Follow us:LinkedIn TechTables https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetoste This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.techtables.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

A big thank you to our brand partners who keep this podcast free to the listener:Nagarro is a leading provider of digital government services, partnering with state, local, and federal clients on some of their most strategic technology projects. Nagarro offers expertise in Digital Services, Legacy Modernization, Case Management, Data & AI, Service Desk, Cyber Security, and more. To learn more, check out www.nagarro.com.Today on The Public Sector Show by TechTables, we talk about lessons from NASA and EPA on curiosity, mentorship, cybersecurity, breaking barriers, and more with Renee Wynn, fmr. CIO, NASA.Connect with Renee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-wynn-8935a24/Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(02:41) EPA and the Simpsons(06:36) Entrepreneurial Financial Lessons(13:48) Keeping a Childlike Curiosity(19:48) Cybersecurity from Earth and Space(27:15) Legacy IT: The Good & Bad(31:26) The CIO Iterative Process(36:19) How to Find & Maintain Team Cadence(40:43) How to Pivot from Missed Opportunity(50:41) OutroWe send out a free weekly podcast and a newsletter highlighting human-centric stories from public sector CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders across federal, state, city, county, and higher education.Sign up for Behind the Mic by TechTables https://www.techtables.com/Listen on:🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-public-sector-show-by-techtables/id1661752549🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bFQBsDwKJkdNk2qENkhNL (timestamps, audience Q&A)Follow us:LinkedIn TechTables https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetoste This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

A big thank you to our brand partners who keep this podcast free to the listener:Nagarro is a leading provider of digital government services, partnering with state, local, and federal clients on some of their most strategic technology projects. Nagarro offers expertise in Digital Services, Legacy Modernization, Case Management, Data & AI, Service Desk, Cyber Security, and more. To learn more, check out www.nagarro.com.Today on The Public Sector Show by TechTables we talk about making space for others to succeed, what separates good from great CIOs, using empathy to build a Smart City, and more with Rob Lloyd, Deputy City Manager, and Khaled Tawfik, CIO, City of San José.Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roblloyd/Connect with Khaled: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iktawfik/Timestamps00:00 Intro06:04 The Best Boba in San Jose08:34 How to Hire Your Replacement11:25 Making Space for Success13:05 What Separates Good from Great CIOs17:04 Jumping into the Role of CIO18:55 Building a Smart City, Empathy-First20:31 Broadband and Digital Empowerment22:12 San Jose's Start-Up Mentality27:33 Top Takeaways from CIOs37:08 OutroWe send out a free weekly podcast and a newsletter highlighting human-centric stories from public sector CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders across federal, state, city, county, and higher education.Sign up for Behind the Mic by TechTables https://www.techtables.com/Listen on:🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-public-sector-show-by-techtables/id1661752549🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bFQBsDwKJkdNk2qENkhNL (timestamps, audience Q&A)Follow us:LinkedIn TechTables https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetoste This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

A big thank you to our brand partners who keep this podcast free to the listener:Nagarro is a leading provider of digital government services, partnering with state, local, and federal clients on some of their most strategic technology projects. Nagarro offers expertise in Digital Services, Legacy Modernization, Case Management, Data & AI, Service Desk, Cyber Security, and more. To learn more, check out www.nagarro.com.On this episode of The Public Sector Show by TechTables, we talk about transitioning from the DOD into local government service, Brownsville's 5-year plan, infrastructure wins, and more with Jorge Cardenas, CIO, the City of Brownsville.Connect with Jorge: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorge-cardenas-it-vp-director/Timestamps00:00 Intro01:30 From DOD to Brownsville CIO04:12 Brownsville 5-year Plan08:36 The $100MM Broadband Project11:52 Next Initiatives13:10 How to Get City-Wide Buy-In15:05 Cybersecurity and Network Security Plans16:37 Lessons from DOD18:48 The Complexities of Dealing with Hard Problems22:33 Jorge's Favorite Books25:02 OutroWe send out a free weekly podcast and a newsletter highlighting human-centric stories from public sector CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders across federal, state, city, county, and higher education.Sign up for Behind the Mic by TechTables https://www.techtables.com/Listen on:🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-public-sector-show-by-techtables/id1661752549🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bFQBsDwKJkdNk2qENkhNL (timestamps, audience Q&A)Follow us:LinkedIn TechTables https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetoste This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

Featuring J.R. Sloan, CIO, State of ArizonaShow Notes:Welcome to The Public Sector Show by TechTables, where today we're joined by J.R. Sloan, CIO for the State of Arizona, to dive into the rollout of Arizona’s groundbreaking digital driver's license, now available in the Apple wallet, and its implications for privacy, efficiency, and user experience. In episode 128, J.R. discusses the challenges and successes in pioneering digital identification, the collaboration across agencies, and the impressive adoption by over 100,000 users ahead of projections. Tune in as we explore the balance between innovation and privacy in the public sector's digital landscape.Timestamps0:00 - Introduction01:52 - Digital Driver's License & Mobile ID defined02:00 - Celebrating Arizona's Leadership in Transportation Innovation04:56 - Bridge Building: Why Sharing Success Stories Matters07:54 Arizona's Digital rollout process09:28 - Humility and Leadership11:02 - Digital License Logistics: Streamlining Inter-state Information Sharing14:06 How Arizona is growing the digital experience18:05 - The Important Balance: Privacy Concerns and User-Centric Policies23:23 - Police use cases25:47 - J.R. Sloan on Trust and Seamless State Interaction28:31 - Walking the Tightrope: Security Credentials and User Convenience32:21 - Guaranteeing User Consent and Transparency in Data Practices35:18 - Registration Details for Arizona's Digital Driver’s License37:35 - Behind the Scenes: Integrating Digital IDs with Police Systems37:46 - J.R.'s shoutout to the Arizona DOT40:50 - User Experience: Testing and Empathy in Government Services43:12 - Tackling Inconsistencies: Name and Address Variations Across Agencies45:45 - Inspiring Change: Arizona's Influence on National Digital Strategies⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know in your review who you want to see next on the podcast. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thejoetoste⁠Follow us on Instagram! ⁠https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/⁠Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

A big thank you to our brand partners who keep this podcast free to the listener:Nagarro is a leading provider of digital government services, partnering with state, local, and federal clients on some of their most strategic technology projects. Nagarro offers expertise in Digital Services, Legacy Modernization, Case Management, Data & AI, Service Desk, Cyber Security, and more. To learn more, check out www.nagarro.com.Today on The Public Sector Show by TechTables, we catch up on buy-in and empowering your staff, why communication is crucial in cybersecurity, why now is a great time to move over to a career in public sector cybersecurity, and Q&A Mailbag time with Gavin Green, Chief Information Security Officer at Florida Office of State Courts Administrator.Connect with Gavin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavingreen/Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:32 Big Leadership Strategies From Little League Football04:24 How to Navigate Practice vs Gametime Strategies06:28 Buy-in and Empowering Your Team11:53 Why Communication in Cybersecurity is Crucial14:11 Shifting the Traditional CIO/CISO Hierarchy16:57 Lessons from Leadership on a Submarine19:54 From Private to Public Sector23:13 Mailbag Q&A: What is the biggest challenge your organization is facing this year regarding the workforce?25:39 Mailbag Q&A: What is your involvement in the planning and disbursement of the CIS security funds for the state of Florida, or the Florida State Administrative courts?28:37 Mailbag Q&A: What is the most rewarding part of your day?30:18 Who does Gavin nominate to hear from next on TechTables Public Sector Show?31:38 OutroWe send out a free weekly podcast and a newsletter highlighting human-centric stories from public sector CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders across federal, state, city, county, and higher education.Sign up for Behind the Mic by TechTables https://www.techtables.com/Listen on:🎙️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-public-sector-show-by-techtables/id1661752549🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0bFQBsDwKJkdNk2qENkhNL (timestamps, audience Q&A)Follow us:LinkedIn TechTables https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetoste This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

In this episode of The Public Sector Show by TechTables we interview Michael Gregg, CISO, State of North Dakota where we talk about cybersecurity OKRs, how his team is setting the bar with "Operation Limbo" for automated phishing defense, bridging the workforce gap with mentorships and apprenticeships, why continuous improvement in cybersecurity mirrors the disciplined effort of a gym workout, and Michael’s latest books. Connect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgregg01/📬 Subscribe to the newsletterTimestamps00:00 Intro 03:52 How to have "Best in Class" vision & mission05:33 Cybersecurity OKRs and strategies 16:03 Innovation mindset: hard-wired or learned? 20:08 "H3" leadership qualities 23:34 Removing requirements to open possibilities 30:13 Workforce retirement and recruiting 34:51 What book did Michael give out at Cyber Con? ⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

On today's Public Sector Show by TechTables, Joe talks about cybersecurity, making the jump from Private to Public Sector, and top 2-3 leadership insights with Patsy Boozer, CISO at the City of San Antonio.Connect with Patsy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patsy-boozer-cissp-1b506911Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:26 Patsy's Navy & Cybersecurity Background04:57 The Jump from Private to Public Sector07:44 Alamo Regional Security Ops Center09:08 Lessons on Greater Purpose12:34 Favorite 2-3 Leadership Insights16:11 Benefits of Private Sector19:57 Building a Cyber Star Pipeline24:06 Books You Rely on for Insight?26:58 OutroWhenever you're ready, here is the one way I can help you: → Join the TechTables+ Community Today https://www.techtables.com/membership. 📡 Subscribe to the TechTables Channel: @techtablesCheck out new episodes at https://www.techtables.com/ Sign up for Behind the Mic by TechTables: ⭐️ New Podcast Episodes Every Tuesday & Thursday are delivered right to your inbox.⭐️ Every Saturday morning, you'll get 3 Interesting Learnings: from Mission-Driven Leadership to Cloud, AI to Cybersecurity, Workforce Challenges, and more- never miss insights from peers and vendor partners across the public sector. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.techtables.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com

On Monday morning (2/27 at 10:30am PST), I interviewed three startup founders and friends (Jamie Grant, Tony Desisto, and Jordan Raynor) that took us back over their decade of startup experience in The City of Tampa and how these entrepreneurs are championing citizen engagement.If you’ve ever asked, "why must we keep doing things the way we've always done in our organization or community?" this LinkedIn Live is for you.We talked about breaking the legacy mindset and the innovation that can happen when government operates at the speed of startups.Get used to different.Whenever you're ready, here is the one way I can help you: → Join the TechTables+ Community Today https://www.techtables.com/membership. 📡 Subscribe to the TechTables Channel: @techtablesCheck out new episodes at https://www.techtables.com/ Sign up for Behind the Mic by TechTables: ⭐️ New Podcast Episodes Every Tuesday & Thursday are delivered right to your inbox.⭐️ Every Saturday morning, you'll get 3 Interesting Learnings: from Mission-Driven Leadership to Cloud, AI to Cybersecurity, Workforce Challenges, and more- never miss insights from peers and vendor partners across the public sector. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit techtables.substack.com