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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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Hilton Harrisburg
One N. 2nd Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
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Greg Salisbury
Editor-in-ChiefCity & State Pennsylvania

Senator Tracy Pennycuick
Chair, Communications and Technology CommitteePennsylvania State Senate
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
Director, Information TechnologyPennsylvania Treasury

Rep. Robert Merski
Member, Joint State Government Commission’s AI Advisory CommitteePA House of Representatives

Melissa Scott
Chief Information OfficerCity of Philadelphia
From aging transportation systems to outdated digital networks, Pennsylvania’s infrastructure is at a turning point.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
Chief Technology OfficerSEPTA

Senator Nick Miller
Minority Chair, Communications & Technology CommitteePennsylvania State Senate

Heidi Norman
CIO and Director, Department of Innovation & PerformanceCity of Pittsburgh