2026 Agenda
Keynote Address - Don’t Gamble on AI: A Leadership Framework for High-Stakes Technology Acquisition
Jessica Ballew (Chief of Information Technology, Texas Department of Public Safety)
Location: W232
Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 9:05 am - 9:25 am
Track:
First Responders,
Government
Format:
Keynote
Vault Recording: TBD
This keynote will address how leaders can decide when to adopt, how to buy, and how to manage AI and high-risk technology without rolling the dice
- The House Always Wins – A framework for how to successfully procure, implement, and manage AI
- Know When to Hold ‘Em and When to Fold ‘Em – Assessing value, readiness, and risk before committing
- Managing High Stakes – Addressing governance, oversight, and ongoing risk management
- Stacking the Deck – Using procurement and contracting to protect the organization
- Don’t Go All-In on a Bad Hand – Implementing AI and emerging technology solutions strategically and methodically