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Ohio Innovation and Technology Association Appointed to Lt. Governor's AI in Education Coalition
COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Innovation and Technology Association (OITA) is proud to announce its appointment to the Lt. Governor's AI in Education Coalition. This coalition, led by Lt. Governor Jon Husted, aims to harness the power of artificial intelligence to transform education in Ohio, preparing students and the workforce for a technologically advanced future.
"We are excited to join Ohio’s AI in Education Coalition and work together to shape the future of education in Ohio," said Bobby Kovey, President of OITA. "Our expertise will be invaluable as we explore the opportunities that artificial intelligence offers for Ohio’s students and workforce."
As a member of this coalition, OITA will play a pivotal role in developing a state-level strategy for AI in education. The coalition's kickoff meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 14th, at the Ohio Department of Public Safety. During this meeting, members will discuss the purpose and goals of the coalition, review the current uses and potential benefits of AI in education, and hear from Lt. Governor Husted on his vision to make Ohio the most AI-ready state in the nation.
"We look forward to collaborating with other experts and stakeholders to make Ohio a leader in AI education," added Kovey. "The insights and ideas shared during our meetings will be crucial to the success of the coalition and the future of AI in Ohio's educational landscape."
About OITA
The Ohio Innovation and Technology Association (OITA) is the state’s leading trade group for technology and innovation. OITA is dedicated to fostering technological advancements, supporting innovation, and advocating for the tech industry in Ohio.
Columbus, OH–The state of Ohio’s trade group for tech and innovation will hold an in-person summit in Columbus on Tuesday, July 25 at the Athletic Club of Columbus from 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The 2023 Innovation Summit is a partnership effort with the Office of InnovateOhio, the Office of Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and the Ohio Innovation and Technology Association (OITA).
The summit will offer a special opportunity to explore innovation and technology that brings together the public and private sectors.
“We expect to have an engaging dialogue on a variety of topics, and we look forward to having business and government leaders from across Ohio at the summit to network and gain new insight into innovation and technology. It is a great opportunity to hear from leaders and organizations on Ohio’s innovation landscape and future,” said Jennifer Flatter, Executive Director of OITA.
The summit will feature an address from Lt. Governor Jon Husted at 9:15 a.m. Husted will also moderate the 9:30 a.m. session, “Artificial Intelligence: Preparing Ohio’s Leaders for the AI Impact.”
The summit includes five sessions:
9:30 a.m. Artificial Intelligence: Preparing Ohio’s Leaders for the AI Impact
Moderator: Lt. Governor Jon Husted, Director, InnovateOhio
Panelists: Chris Hein, Director of Customer Engineering for Public Sector/SLED, Google, Deiva Ramachandran, Ph.D., Partner, Generative AI-Automation Practice Leader, Healthcare, Life Sciences, State and Local Government, IBM, Fred Miskawi, Vice President and US AI Leader, CGI, Ayanna Howard, Ph.D., Dean, The Ohio State University College of Engineering, Rehgan Avon, Co-founder & CEO, AlignAI
10:45 a.m. Attracting Innovation and Investment in Ohio
Moderator: Andrew Deye, VP Strategy, JobsOhio
Panelists: Kamran Ali, Vice President of Transmission Planning and Analysis, AEP, Ryan Hays, Executive Vice President and Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer, the University of Cincinnati, Mark Patton, EVP & General Manager, One Columbus/Columbus Partnership
12:30 p.m. Innovating the Citizen Experience Workshop: Goals for Ohio
Speakers: Dwight Crum, Deputy Director, InnovateOhio, Dan Balistierri, Director, Service Transformation, KPMG, Stephen Dunne, Domain Specialist for CX and Citizen Engagement, Verizon, Greg Smith, SVP, Experience, g2o
2:15 p.m. Tech Talent Gap: Meeting the Marketplace Demand
Moderator: Eric Leach, Deputy Director of the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation
Panelists: Jennifer Oddo, Vice President, Division of Workforce Education and Innovation at Youngstown State University and President, Youngstown State University Research Foundation, Dave Enzerra, Executive in Residence, Lakeland Community College, Tom Harris, Senior Vice President, Consulting, CGI
3:15 p.m. Government Leaders Outline their Challenges
Moderator: Bobby Kovey, President, OITA
Panelists: Matt Damschroeder, Director, the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services, Patricia Harris, Commissioner, the Ohio Department of Taxation, Sherry Maxfield, Director, the Ohio Department of Commerce, Lydia Mihalik, Director, the Ohio Department of Development, Dan Dean, County Commissioner, Fayette County, Tim Bubb, County Commissioner, Licking County
Bobby Kovey, President of OITA, views the Innovation Summit as a great opportunity for government and members of the business and technology community to voice their challenges to one another and develop solutions.
“The OITA has a special role to play, being the trade group for Ohio’s silicon heartland. We have the ability and duty to convene leaders from the state and local governments to speak directly with bold innovators and problem solvers from the tech community. It’s all about how to improve Ohio and how to improve life for Ohioans,” Kovey said.
Registration and details can be found at www.ohioita.org.
About OITA
The Ohio Innovation and Technology Association (OITA) is an independent, non-profit and non-partisan statewide organization of Ohio’s technology-driven companies and industry professionals operating at the intersection of business, technology, and public policy.
Save the date for the the highly anticipated 2024 Ohio Innovation Summit set to take place on Tuesday, June 18 at the Athletic Club of Columbus.
This event, like the State’s Cyber Summit, will be in partnership with State of Ohio leadership.
As the premier conference dedicated to exploring innovation and technology, this event serves as a pivotal platform for fostering collaboration and driving progress across the public and private sectors.
The day will include panels and other sessions with leaders and organizations at the forefront of Ohio’s innovation landscape including:
The state’s Innovation Summit will focus on:
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with state leaders and peers to discuss and plan for Ohio’s current and future technology goals and priorities.
Be sure to save the date and stay tuned for further details on registration and agenda highlights. Registration will open soon.
Ohio Innovation and Technology Association Commends Lt. Governor Jon Husted for Pioneering AI Toolkit for Ohio Schools
COLUMBUS, OHIO - The Ohio Innovation and Technology Association (OITA), the state’s premier trade group for the tech-economy, extends its heartfelt commendations to Lt. Governor Jon Husted and the administration for spearheading the development of a groundbreaking AI Toolkit tailored specifically for Ohio schools.
Bobby Kovey, President of the OITA, expressed deep appreciation for the initiative, highlighting its significance in positioning Ohio as a frontrunner in technological education and innovation. Kovey emphasized the pivotal role the AI Toolkit will play in empowering Ohioans to engage with artificial intelligence knowledgeably and responsibly, fostering a culture of ethical AI implementation across various sectors.
“The Ohio Innovation and Technology Association applauds Lt. Governor Husted and the administration for developing the most robust set of tools and resources in the nation that provide foundational guidance for artificial intelligence,” stated Bobby Kovey. “The AI toolkit will help Ohioans who are wanting to learn about AI and use it for good in a safe and ethical manner. Lt. Governor Husted has made it a priority to ensure educators, families, students, and policymakers are equipped for the future with this developing technology.”
As Ohio continues to embrace technological advancements, the AI Toolkit stands as a testament to Lt. Governor Husted’s unwavering commitment to equipping Ohioans with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in an increasingly digitized world. By providing educators, families, students, and policymakers with comprehensive resources and guidance, the toolkit will catalyze innovation and pave the way for a more inclusive and prosperous future for all Ohioans.
OITA’s membership comprises some of the world’s most prominent and advanced tech organizations, positioning them at the forefront of new technologies utilized in both the public and private sectors. Through collaboration and collective efforts, OITA remains dedicated to fostering an ecosystem that promotes technological excellence, ethical innovation, and economic growth across the state.
For more information about the Ohio Innovation and Technology Association, please visit www.ohioita.org. For the AI Toolkit visit: https://innovateohio.gov/aitoolkit/ai-toolkit.
Columbus, OH–The state of Ohio’s trade group for tech and innovation will hold an in-person summit in Columbus on Wednesday, December 6 at the Athletic Club of Columbus from 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The 2023 CyberOhio Summit is a partnership effort with the Office of CyberOhio and the Ohio Innovation and Technology Association (OITA).
The CyberOhio Summit brings together businesses, citizens, and government to explore cybersecurity initiatives, build upon each other’s diverse knowledge, and tackle cybersecurity challenges.
“OITA is excited to present the CyberOhio Summit with the Office of CyberOhio. The summit will explore protecting systems from digital attacks while sharing best practices, exchanging ideas, and making connections with experts and leaders,” said Jennifer Flatter, Executive Director of OITA.
The summit will feature many who shape Ohio's cybersecurity policy including Lt. Governor Jon Husted, Kirk Herath, Cybersecurity Strategic Advisor to Governor DeWine and Holly Drake, Ohio's Chief Information Security Officer, and Katrina Flory, State of Ohio CIO who will moderate a session that includes Matt Damschroder, Director, the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services, Patricia Harris, Commissioner, the Ohio Department of Taxation, and Kathleen Madden, Director, Ohio Department of Administrative Services.
The summit agenda includes:
9:30 a.m. Registration & Networking
10:00 a.m. Welcome from OITA
10:10 a.m. Remarks from Lt. Governor Jon Husted
10:25 a.m. Data Breach Investigations Report by Verizon
10:40 a.m. Cyber Landscape and Best Practice with Deloitte
10:55 a.m. Executive Perspectives with the State of Ohio CISO with Holly Drake
11:15 a.m. Local Government Challenges
Moderator: Dr. Richard Harknett, Co-Director of the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, and Chair of the Center for Cyber Strategy and Policy at the University of Cincinnati
Panelists: Frank Antenucci, County Deputy Administrator & CISO, Geauga County; Vinod Brahmapuram, Senior Director of Security, Lumen; Jill Davidson, County Auditor, Athens County; Jill Schiller, County Treasurer, Hamilton County; Andy Smarra, County Treasurer, Union County
12:00 p.m. Lunch and Networking
12:15 p.m. Priorities of CyberOhio with Kirk Herath, Cybersecurity Strategic Advisor to Governor DeWine
12:30 p.m. Private Sector Priorities
Moderator: Maria Thompson, Executive Government Advisor, Cybersecurity, AWS
Panelists: Tony DeAngelo, CISO, Encova Insurance; Allen Perk, Former President & CEO, XLN Systems; Joe Rogan, VP of Technology, Tire Discounters
1:15 p.m. Critical Infrastructure Focus
Moderator: Pat Tiberi, President and CEO, Ohio Business Roundtable
Panelists: Amber Buening, SVP, Security Outreach Director, Huntington Bank; Jim Richberg, Head of Cyber Policy & Global Field CISO, Fortinet; Todd Ware, President and CEO, Energy Cooperative
2:15 p.m. OIT and Cabinet Agency Perspectives
Moderator: Katrina Flory, CIO, State of Ohio
Panelists: Matt Damschroder, Director, the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services; Patricia Harris, Commissioner, the Ohio Department of Taxation; Kathleen Madden, Director, Ohio Department of Administrative Services
Bobby Kovey, President of OITA, views the CyberOhio Summit as a great opportunity for government and members of the business and technology community to voice their challenges to one another and develop solutions.
“The OITA met with and listened to government and private sector leaders across the state. Cybersecurity is top of mind with all of them. The OITA has a special role to play, being the trade group for Ohio’s silicon heartland. With the leadership of the governor, lieutenant governor and the CyberOhio team, we are able to partner with the state leaders and host this important event focused on cyber to better protect our public and private institutions,” Kovey said.
Registration and details can be found at www.ohioita.org.
About OITA
The Ohio Innovation and Technology Association (OITA) is an independent, non-profit and non-partisan statewide organization of Ohio’s technology-driven companies and industry professionals operating at the intersection of business, technology, and public policy.
The Ohio Innovation and Technology Association is excited to present the 2023 Ohio Innovation Summit in July. This full-day event is the premier Ohio-centric conference to explore innovation that brings together the public and private sectors. It is the opportunity for businesses to be face-to-face with those who shape Ohio’s innovation and technology policy agenda. Leaders, decision-makers, businesses, and researchers will attend to tackle the most pressing innovation and technology challenges and seize opportunities in Ohio. Registration and futher details coming soon.