General Sessions

Spring 2025 GA GMIS Conference

⚾️ Hitting Curveballs: Preparing Public Sector IT Leaders for Every Challenge

Public sector IT leaders face curveballs every day — from unexpected cybersecurity incidents to evolving leadership demands and fast-breaking technology trends. Over the course of three days, this immersive training lineup will equip you with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to step up to the plate, lead with confidence, and adapt to whatever comes your way.

You’ll work through tactical planning for incident response and disaster recovery, analyzing real-world scenarios to build practical playbooks, improve communication across departments, and develop coordinated response strategies that keep your organization resilient under pressure.

Leadership development takes the spotlight in the 5 Levels of Leadership session, where you’ll explore the progressive stages of leadership growth — from positional authority to trusted influencer — and learn how to build stronger relationships, inspire your team, and enhance your leadership credibility at every level.

A dedicated session on Public Sector Ethics for Leadership will challenge you to think critically about transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making, equipping you to navigate the tough calls that come with public service leadership.

Finally, you’ll look ahead to emerging technology trends, the transformative power of Generative AI, and how to demonstrate the mission value of IT, ensuring technology investments align with organizational goals and position IT as a strategic driver of success.

Whether you’re a rookie leader building your foundation or a seasoned pro refining your game plan, these sessions will help you anticipate challenges, embrace innovation, and hit even the toughest curveballs with confidence.