Agenda
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Building Bridges: Fostering Trust in Government Through Customer Experience
Ensuring public trust in government lies at the core of every agency’s mandate. Amidst a steadfast focus on CX enhancements, agencies are spearheading efforts to reimagine citizen-government interactions. From facilitating veterans support to expediting disaster response, the aim is to establish a more seamless service journey. Agencies have the ability to transcend traditional barriers to foster connections with constituents and rebuild public trust in governmental institutions through CX. This session kicks off the 2024 Government Customer Experience & Engagement Summit with a conversation on cultivating trust and confidence in government institutions through CX.
![Catherine Manfre](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240408162859-Catherine_Manfre.png)
Catherine Manfre
Chief Transformation OfficerOffice of Personnel Management
![Natalie Alms](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240521173945-Natalie_Alms_Color.png)
Natalie Alms
Staff ReporterNextgov/FCW
Ensuring public trust in government lies at the core of every agency’s mandate. Amidst a steadfast focus on CX enhancements, agencies are spearheading efforts to reimagine citizen-government interactions. From facilitating veterans support to expediting disaster response, the aim is to establish a more seamless service journey. Agencies have the ability to transcend traditional barriers to foster connections with constituents and rebuild public trust in governmental institutions through CX. This session kicks off the 2024 Government Customer Experience & Engagement Summit with a conversation on cultivating trust and confidence in government institutions through CX.
![Catherine Manfre](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240408162859-Catherine_Manfre.png)
Catherine Manfre
Chief Transformation OfficerOffice of Personnel Management
![Natalie Alms](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240521173945-Natalie_Alms_Color.png)
Natalie Alms
Staff ReporterNextgov/FCW
Automation for Improved CX
As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) emerges with the promise of increasing efficiency and innovation, leaders must identify and implement the solutions that will improve experiences for customers and employees alike. Automation tools, including chatbots, have already revolutionized processes, but with the evolution of AI and machine learning (ML), how can government agencies leverage these technologies to anticipate customer needs, optimize processes, and provide personalized services at scale? This session explores the transformative potential of AI and ML in government CX — and how the technologies can meet evolving constituent expectations with agility and precision.
![Nathaniel George Booker](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516200813-Nathaniel_George_Booker.png)
Nathaniel George Booker
MayorMaywood, Illinois
![Jill Leyden](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240605173240-Jill_Leyden.png)
Jill Leyden
VP of Public Sector StrategyQualtrics
![Frank Konkel](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516171340-Frank_Konkel_Color.png)
Frank Konkel
Editor-in-ChiefGovExec
As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) emerges with the promise of increasing efficiency and innovation, leaders must identify and implement the solutions that will improve experiences for customers and employees alike. Automation tools, including chatbots, have already revolutionized processes, but with the evolution of AI and machine learning (ML), how can government agencies leverage these technologies to anticipate customer needs, optimize processes, and provide personalized services at scale? This session explores the transformative potential of AI and ML in government CX — and how the technologies can meet evolving constituent expectations with agility and precision.
![Nathaniel George Booker](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516200813-Nathaniel_George_Booker.png)
Nathaniel George Booker
MayorMaywood, Illinois
![Jill Leyden](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240605173240-Jill_Leyden.png)
Jill Leyden
VP of Public Sector StrategyQualtrics
![Frank Konkel](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516171340-Frank_Konkel_Color.png)
Frank Konkel
Editor-in-ChiefGovExec
Leading the Way
Providing top-of-the-line CX requires more than the right tools. It also requires an organizational culture that builds on mission success and innovation. Creating that type of environment demands leaders who are innovative in their own right. How does the employee experience impact the customer experience? This session explores the connection between the two, the strategies leaders are using to drive these organizational changes, and best practices to put into place.
![Ruth Buckley](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240417185511-Ruth_Buckley.png)
Ruth Buckley
Deputy Assistant AdministratorUSAID
![Matt Mandrgoc](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240507145028-Matt_Mandroc.png)
Matt Mandrgoc
Head of Public SectorZoom
![Anna Pettyjohn](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240509193147-Anna_Pettyjohn_color.png)
Anna Pettyjohn
Executive Vice President, Product & StrategyGovExec
Providing top-of-the-line CX requires more than the right tools. It also requires an organizational culture that builds on mission success and innovation. Creating that type of environment demands leaders who are innovative in their own right. How does the employee experience impact the customer experience? This session explores the connection between the two, the strategies leaders are using to drive these organizational changes, and best practices to put into place.
![Ruth Buckley](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240417185511-Ruth_Buckley.png)
Ruth Buckley
Deputy Assistant AdministratorUSAID
![Matt Mandrgoc](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240507145028-Matt_Mandroc.png)
Matt Mandrgoc
Head of Public SectorZoom
![Anna Pettyjohn](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240509193147-Anna_Pettyjohn_color.png)
Anna Pettyjohn
Executive Vice President, Product & StrategyGovExec
Putting Employees at the Heart of Experience
Employee experience (EX) plays a pivotal role in organizational success. Cultivating a positive work environment not only enhances job satisfaction and productivity, but fosters unwavering employee loyalty. In this session, we will explore strategies for providing easy access to essential tools, content, and data, enabling informed decision-making and fueling innovation.
![Kimberly Patrick](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240404191622-Kimberly_Patrick.png)
Kimberly Patrick
Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator for Mission SupportEPA
![Peter Gorman](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240508184904-Peter_Gorman.png)
Peter Gorman
Senior Product Manager, MySBA InitiativeSmall Business Administration
![Shannon Wheeler Roberts](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516200709-Shannon_Wheeler_Roberts.png)
Shannon Wheeler Roberts
Communications & Innovation Program ManagerUSCIS
![Steven Boberski](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240427181652-Boberski_Steven_300.png)
Steven Boberski
Public Sector Chief Technology OfficerGenesys
![Tanya Chowdhury](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240430142327-Tanya_Chowdhury.png)
Tanya Chowdhury
Global Industry Strategy ManagerAdobe
![Anna Pettyjohn](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240509193147-Anna_Pettyjohn_color.png)
Anna Pettyjohn
Executive Vice President, Product & StrategyGovExec
Employee experience (EX) plays a pivotal role in organizational success. Cultivating a positive work environment not only enhances job satisfaction and productivity, but fosters unwavering employee loyalty. In this session, we will explore strategies for providing easy access to essential tools, content, and data, enabling informed decision-making and fueling innovation.
![Kimberly Patrick](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240404191622-Kimberly_Patrick.png)
Kimberly Patrick
Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator for Mission SupportEPA
![Peter Gorman](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240508184904-Peter_Gorman.png)
Peter Gorman
Senior Product Manager, MySBA InitiativeSmall Business Administration
![Shannon Wheeler Roberts](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516200709-Shannon_Wheeler_Roberts.png)
Shannon Wheeler Roberts
Communications & Innovation Program ManagerUSCIS
![Steven Boberski](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240427181652-Boberski_Steven_300.png)
Steven Boberski
Public Sector Chief Technology OfficerGenesys
![Tanya Chowdhury](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240430142327-Tanya_Chowdhury.png)
Tanya Chowdhury
Global Industry Strategy ManagerAdobe
![Anna Pettyjohn](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240509193147-Anna_Pettyjohn_color.png)
Anna Pettyjohn
Executive Vice President, Product & StrategyGovExec
Securing User Satisfaction
Fortifying cybersecurity frameworks to protect citizen data integrity, trust and privacy has increasingly become a priority for government agencies. The challenge is ensuring a seamless balance between robust security measures and user-centric design principles. This session will explore how agencies are elevating government service delivery to new heights of security, trustworthiness, and user satisfaction.
![Kimberly Baldwin Sparks](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240506161844-Kimberly_Baldwin_Sparks.png)
Kimberly Baldwin Sparks
Customer Experience OfficerSocial Security Administration
![Pam Van Meter](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240523144737-Pam_Van_Meter.png)
Pam Van Meter
Principal CIAM SpecialistOkta
![Frank Konkel](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516171340-Frank_Konkel_Color.png)
Frank Konkel
Editor-in-ChiefGovExec
Fortifying cybersecurity frameworks to protect citizen data integrity, trust and privacy has increasingly become a priority for government agencies. The challenge is ensuring a seamless balance between robust security measures and user-centric design principles. This session will explore how agencies are elevating government service delivery to new heights of security, trustworthiness, and user satisfaction.
![Kimberly Baldwin Sparks](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240506161844-Kimberly_Baldwin_Sparks.png)
Kimberly Baldwin Sparks
Customer Experience OfficerSocial Security Administration
![Pam Van Meter](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240523144737-Pam_Van_Meter.png)
Pam Van Meter
Principal CIAM SpecialistOkta
![Frank Konkel](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516171340-Frank_Konkel_Color.png)
Frank Konkel
Editor-in-ChiefGovExec
Data Driven Decision Making
Agencies are increasingly leveraging technology to harness actionable insights, aligning with customer needs. By strategically employing data analytics and performance metrics, leaders can gain invaluable insights, enabling better decision-making, transparency, and trust, ultimately elevating the overall user experience. Join us in this session as we discuss the critical role of data in enhancing CX.
![Savanrith Kong](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240403185517-Savanrith_Kong.png)
Savanrith Kong
Senior Advisor, UX Portfolio Management OfficeOffice of the Deputy CIO for Information Enterprise, Department of Defense
![Bob Ainsbury](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240502210553-Bob_Ainsbury.png)
Bob Ainsbury
Chief Product OfficerGranicus
![Susan Rose](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516170951-Susan_Rose_Color.png)
Susan Rose
Senior Director of Insights and ContentGovExec
Agencies are increasingly leveraging technology to harness actionable insights, aligning with customer needs. By strategically employing data analytics and performance metrics, leaders can gain invaluable insights, enabling better decision-making, transparency, and trust, ultimately elevating the overall user experience. Join us in this session as we discuss the critical role of data in enhancing CX.
![Savanrith Kong](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240403185517-Savanrith_Kong.png)
Savanrith Kong
Senior Advisor, UX Portfolio Management OfficeOffice of the Deputy CIO for Information Enterprise, Department of Defense
![Bob Ainsbury](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240502210553-Bob_Ainsbury.png)
Bob Ainsbury
Chief Product OfficerGranicus
![Susan Rose](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516170951-Susan_Rose_Color.png)
Susan Rose
Senior Director of Insights and ContentGovExec
Strategies for Equity and Resilience in Government
Highlighting the imperative to address disparities in government service delivery, there’s a renewed commitment to equitable programs supporting all citizens. As with an increased interest in AI and machine learning, steps must be taken in leveraging these technologies to ensure they are used responsibly — and do not further contribute to inequities. In this session, experts in CX and citizen engagement discuss strategies for building a more inclusive and resilient government, as well as what considerations to take when thinking about AI.
![Andrew Drummond](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240417185707-Andrew_Drummond.png)
Andrew Drummond
Director of AccessibilityMaryland Department of Information Technology
![Dr. Jonathan Lazar](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240531190850-Jonathan_Lazar.png)
Dr. Jonathan Lazar
Executive DirectorMaryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility (MIDA)
![Anna Pettyjohn](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240509193147-Anna_Pettyjohn_color.png)
Anna Pettyjohn
Executive Vice President, Product & StrategyGovExec
Highlighting the imperative to address disparities in government service delivery, there’s a renewed commitment to equitable programs supporting all citizens. As with an increased interest in AI and machine learning, steps must be taken in leveraging these technologies to ensure they are used responsibly — and do not further contribute to inequities. In this session, experts in CX and citizen engagement discuss strategies for building a more inclusive and resilient government, as well as what considerations to take when thinking about AI.
![Andrew Drummond](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240417185707-Andrew_Drummond.png)
Andrew Drummond
Director of AccessibilityMaryland Department of Information Technology
![Dr. Jonathan Lazar](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240531190850-Jonathan_Lazar.png)
Dr. Jonathan Lazar
Executive DirectorMaryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility (MIDA)
![Anna Pettyjohn](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240509193147-Anna_Pettyjohn_color.png)
Anna Pettyjohn
Executive Vice President, Product & StrategyGovExec
Maximizing CX Through Shared Insights
Supporting each other’s CX initiatives through the exchange of customer data, information, tools, and resources has become a priority for government agencies. By fostering inter-agency partnerships, agencies enhance their collective ability to understand and address customer needs more effectively. This session will explore how agencies are leveraging shared insights and resources to optimize CX across government entities, promoting seamless service delivery and improved user satisfaction.
![Joshua Lehman](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240402164635-Josh_Lehman.png)
Joshua Lehman
Chief Customer Experience OfficerFDA
![Beth Martin](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240508182326-Beth_Martin.png)
Beth Martin
Digital Services ExpertOffice of Personnel Management
![Brian Mikkelsen](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240430142506-Brian_Mikkelsen.png)
Brian Mikkelsen
Vice President and General Manager, U.S. Public SectorDatadog
![Anna Pettyjohn](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240509193147-Anna_Pettyjohn_color.png)
Anna Pettyjohn
Executive Vice President, Product & StrategyGovExec
Supporting each other’s CX initiatives through the exchange of customer data, information, tools, and resources has become a priority for government agencies. By fostering inter-agency partnerships, agencies enhance their collective ability to understand and address customer needs more effectively. This session will explore how agencies are leveraging shared insights and resources to optimize CX across government entities, promoting seamless service delivery and improved user satisfaction.
![Joshua Lehman](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240402164635-Josh_Lehman.png)
Joshua Lehman
Chief Customer Experience OfficerFDA
![Beth Martin](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240508182326-Beth_Martin.png)
Beth Martin
Digital Services ExpertOffice of Personnel Management
![Brian Mikkelsen](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240430142506-Brian_Mikkelsen.png)
Brian Mikkelsen
Vice President and General Manager, U.S. Public SectorDatadog
![Anna Pettyjohn](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240509193147-Anna_Pettyjohn_color.png)
Anna Pettyjohn
Executive Vice President, Product & StrategyGovExec
Investing in Trust
Investing in customer experience has become a priority for the federal government to enhance public trust, satisfaction, and loyalty — all to foster a stronger connections between governments and constituents. Doing so requires investment in the right platforms and technologies to support new CX strategies and practices. Recent federal funding has revolutionized the federal technology space, allowing for modernization like never before.This panel will explore how increased funding has unlocked new opportunities for a new wave of CX.
![Jessie Posilkin](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240403184922-Jessie_Posilkin.png)
Jessie Posilkin
Customer Experience Portfolio LeadTechnology Modernization Fund
![Kevin Hoffman](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240429165231-Kevin_Hoffman.png)
Kevin Hoffman
Director of Design, Office of the CTODepartment of Veterans Affairs
![Michael “MJ” Jackson](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240508184012-Michael_Jackson.png)
Michael “MJ” Jackson
Vice President & Global Head of IndustriesDocusign
![Susan Rose](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516170951-Susan_Rose_Color.png)
Susan Rose
Senior Director of Insights and ContentGovExec
Investing in customer experience has become a priority for the federal government to enhance public trust, satisfaction, and loyalty — all to foster a stronger connections between governments and constituents. Doing so requires investment in the right platforms and technologies to support new CX strategies and practices. Recent federal funding has revolutionized the federal technology space, allowing for modernization like never before.This panel will explore how increased funding has unlocked new opportunities for a new wave of CX.
![Jessie Posilkin](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240403184922-Jessie_Posilkin.png)
Jessie Posilkin
Customer Experience Portfolio LeadTechnology Modernization Fund
![Kevin Hoffman](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240429165231-Kevin_Hoffman.png)
Kevin Hoffman
Director of Design, Office of the CTODepartment of Veterans Affairs
![Michael “MJ” Jackson](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240508184012-Michael_Jackson.png)
Michael “MJ” Jackson
Vice President & Global Head of IndustriesDocusign
![Susan Rose](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516170951-Susan_Rose_Color.png)
Susan Rose
Senior Director of Insights and ContentGovExec
Closing Keynote: Unifying Culture, People, and Technology
Total experience (TX) emphasizes the integration of culture, people, and technology to create seamless and impactful experiences for employees, customers, and users alike. By intertwining these key areas, agencies can foster improved brand loyalty and awareness while breaking down business silos and stimulating innovation. In this closing session, learn how to weave together culture, people, and technology to create seamless and impactful user experiences that leave a lasting impression
![John Boerstler](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240408153628-John_Boerstler.png)
John Boerstler
Chief Veterans Experience OfficerDepartment of Veterans Affairs
![Frank Konkel](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516171340-Frank_Konkel_Color.png)
Frank Konkel
Editor-in-ChiefGovExec
Total experience (TX) emphasizes the integration of culture, people, and technology to create seamless and impactful experiences for employees, customers, and users alike. By intertwining these key areas, agencies can foster improved brand loyalty and awareness while breaking down business silos and stimulating innovation. In this closing session, learn how to weave together culture, people, and technology to create seamless and impactful user experiences that leave a lasting impression
![John Boerstler](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240408153628-John_Boerstler.png)
John Boerstler
Chief Veterans Experience OfficerDepartment of Veterans Affairs
![Frank Konkel](https://virtuoso-media.govexec.com/media/events/689/speakers/photo-20240516171340-Frank_Konkel_Color.png)
Frank Konkel
Editor-in-ChiefGovExec