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On Tuesday, November 18th, City & State’s 4th annual Digital Pennsylvania Summit will bring together technology leaders, policymakers, public-sector innovators, and private-sector partners to explore how emerging technologies are reshaping government services across the Commonwealth. As Pennsylvania invests in digital modernization, the summit will highlight opportunities for collaboration, efficiency, and transparency, offering attendees practical insights into how technology can improve outcomes for residents and strengthen government operations.

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Date
November 18, 2025
Time
9:15 AM - 12:25 PM
Location

Hilton Harrisburg

One N. 2nd Street

Harrisburg, PA 17101

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Agenda

Times are subject to change.

10:00 AM EST Tuesday, November 18

Greg Salisbury
Greg Salisbury
Editor-in-Chief
City & State Pennsylvania
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10:05 AM EST Tuesday, November 18

Neil Weaver
Neil Weaver
Secretary of the Office of Administration
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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10:20 AM EST Tuesday, November 18

Senator Tracy Pennycuick
Senator Tracy Pennycuick
Chair, Communications and Technology Committee
Pennsylvania State Senate
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10:35 AM EST Tuesday, November 18

This panel explores how innovation and emerging technologies are reshaping the way the government operates in Pennsylvania. From AI-powered services to advanced data analytics and citizen-facing digital platforms, agencies across the Commonwealth are embracing new tools to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accessibility. The discussion will also address the challenges of change management, data governance, and equitable access in digital transformation efforts.

This panel explores how innovation and emerging technologies are reshaping the way the government operates in Pennsylvania. From AI-powered services to advanced data analytics and citizen-facing digital platforms, agencies across the Commonwealth are embracing new tools to enhance efficiency, transparency, and accessibility. The discussion will also address the challenges of change management, data governance, and equitable access in digital transformation efforts.

Paul Burton
Paul Burton
Director, Information Technology
Pennsylvania Treasury
Rep. Robert Merski
Rep. Robert Merski
Member
Joint State Government Commission’s AI Advisory Committee
Melissa Scott
Melissa Scott
Chief Information Officer
City of Philadelphia
Jim Weaver
Jim Weaver
Strategic Public Sector SLED Advisor
Pure Storage
James Yurko
James Yurko
Managing Director
KPMG
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11:30 AM EST Tuesday, November 18

From aging transportation systems to outdated digital networks, Pennsylvania’s infrastructure is at a turning point. Panelists will discuss the intersection of policy, technology, and funding in upgrading roads, bridges, water systems, broadband access, and IT infrastructure. The conversation will highlight how smart technologies, data-driven planning, and federal investments (like IIJA and ARPA funds) are being leveraged to create more resilient, efficient, and equitable infrastructure across the state.

From aging transportation systems to outdated digital networks, Pennsylvania’s infrastructure is at a turning point. Panelists will discuss the intersection of policy, technology, and funding in upgrading roads, bridges, water systems, broadband access, and IT infrastructure. The conversation will highlight how smart technologies, data-driven planning, and federal investments (like IIJA and ARPA funds) are being leveraged to create more resilient, efficient, and equitable infrastructure across the state.

Elisa Cunningham
Elisa Cunningham
Chief Technology Officer
SEPTA
Senator Nick Miller
Senator Nick Miller
Minority Chair, Communications & Technology Committee
Pennsylvania State Senate
Heidi Norman
Heidi Norman
CIO and Director, Department of Innovation & Performance
City of Pittsburgh
Doug Powers
Doug Powers
National Critical Infrastructure/Cyber Expert
Deloitte
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12:25 PM EST Tuesday, November 18

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