- Carahsoft’s Tim Boltz has highlighted top state and local government events for 2026
- Public Sector Network shows will focus on AI, cybersecurity and digital service delivery
- The GovRAMP Cyber Summit and Billington Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Summit will take place in November
Tim Boltz, sales director and program executive for state and local government at Carahsoft Technology, outlined several upcoming state and local government events taking place throughout the remainder of 2026 that will focus on cybersecurity, modernization and emerging technology priorities across the public sector.
In a blog post published on Carahsoft’s website, Boltz identified conferences and forums that will bring together government leaders, technology providers and industry experts to discuss digital transformation, procurement, cybersecurity and citizen service delivery initiatives.
What Will the Public Sector Network Government Innovation Shows Cover?
Dates: Multiple dates throughout 2026
Locations: Various states nationwide
Public Sector Network’s Government Innovation Shows are designed to bring together government executives, technology leaders and industry partners to discuss modernization priorities across federal, state and local agencies.
The events will focus on topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity resilience, digital service delivery, infrastructure modernization and data-driven decision-making. According to Boltz, attendees can expect case studies, strategic insights and practical frameworks aimed at improving government efficiency and citizen outcomes.
The series includes events in Nashville, Tennessee; Richmond, Virginia; Columbus, Ohio; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; Phoenix, Arizona; Tallahassee, Florida; Albany, New York; Austin, Texas; and Denver, Colorado.
Why Is the NACo Annual Conference Important for County Leaders?
Dates: July 17-20, 2026
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
The National Association of Counties Annual Conference will convene elected and appointed officials representing counties, parishes and boroughs across the country.
Attendees will discuss policy trends, infrastructure initiatives, public safety programs, health services, technology adoption and economic development strategies. The event will also feature workshops and expert-led sessions focused on strengthening local government operations and service delivery.
Carahsoft plans to sponsor the conference.
What Will the NASTD Annual Conference Cover?
Dates: Aug. 23-26, 2026
Location: Denver, Colorado
The National Association of State Technology Directors Annual Conference will bring together state IT leaders, industry partners and technology providers to discuss digital transformation, cybersecurity and modernization efforts.
The conference will feature peer case studies, collaborative discussions and sessions focused on cloud adoption, emerging technologies and operational efficiency.
Carahsoft will sponsor and exhibit at the event.
What Is the Focus of the NASCIO Annual Conference?
Dates: Sept. 27-30, 2026
Location: San Diego, California
The NASCIO Annual Conference will explore cybersecurity, digital government initiatives, enterprise architecture and emerging technologies affecting state governments.
The event will also highlight NASCIO research and benchmarking data related to state CIO priorities and technology investments. Participants will have opportunities to exchange best practices and discuss strategies for advancing innovation across government agencies.
Carahsoft will host its annual networking reception during the conference.
How Will the GovRAMP Cyber Summit Address Compliance & Security?
Dates: Nov. 15-17, 2026
Location: San Antonio, Texas
The GovRAMP Cyber Summit will focus on cybersecurity challenges facing public sector organizations, including budget pressures, workforce shortages and compliance requirements.
Sessions will examine alignment among GovRAMP, FedRAMP and Criminal Justice Information Services frameworks to reduce redundancy and improve security outcomes. Attendees will also hear discussions on emerging cyber risks and strategies for streamlining compliance efforts.
Carahsoft is serving as the event’s presenting sponsor.
What Can Attendees Expect at the Billington Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Summit?
Dates: Nov. 17-18, 2026
Location: San Antonio, Texas
The inaugural Billington Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Summit will bring together federal, state and local government officials alongside leaders from the energy, transportation, communications and water sectors.
Agenda topics include critical infrastructure protection, cyber resilience and coordination between government and industry. The event will feature cyber simulations, executive discussions and sector-focused sessions addressing evolving threats to interconnected systems.
Carahsoft is supporting the summit as part of its efforts to help government agencies strengthen critical infrastructure security.
