PA Digital Summit 2026

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As Pennsylvania advances major digital infrastructure initiatives—from implementing federal broadband (BEAD) funding to regulating high-density AI data center growth—the Digital Pennsylvania Summit explores how emerging technologies transform government operations and resident services.  The summit provides actionable policy strategies, real-world case studies in public service digitizing, and actionable discussions on balancing technological growth with ratepayer safeguards, cybersecurity, and digital accessibility.

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Hilton Harrisburg

One N 2nd Street

Harrisburg, PA

Hilton Harrisburg

One N 2nd Street

Harrisburg, PA

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8:30 AM EST

1.08 HRS
8:30 AM EST 1.08 HRS

Doors Open, Registration & Networking

9:35 AM EST

5 MINS
9:35 AM EST 5 MINS

Welcoming Remarks by Emcee

Greg Salisbury
Greg Salisbury
Editor-in-Chief
City & State PA
Greg Salisbury
Greg Salisbury
Editor-in-Chief
City & State PA
Greg Salisbury
Greg Salisbury
Greg Salisbury
Editor-in-Chief
City & State PA
Greg Salisbury

9:40 AM EST

10 MINS
9:40 AM EST 10 MINS

Keynote Remarks

Bry Pardoe
Bry Pardoe
State Chief Information Officer
Office of Administration, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Bry Pardoe
Bry Pardoe
State Chief Information Officer
Office of Administration, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Bry Pardoe
Bry Pardoe
Bry Pardoe
State Chief Information Officer
Office of Administration, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Bry Pardoe

10 AM EST

1 HR
10 AM EST 1 HR

Advancing Technology Across the Commonwealth

Rep. Joe Ciresi
Rep. Joe Ciresi
Democratic Chair
Communications & Technology Committee
Brian Andrews
Brian Andrews
CIO
Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System

Pennsylvania is experiencing rapid growth across technology sectors, from artificial intelligence and data centers to advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and emerging industries. This growth brings significant opportunities for jobs, investment, and economic development, while also raising important questions around infrastructure, energy, workforce, and community impact. This panel will explore how Pennsylvania can foster technology growth while building a strong foundation for long-term, sustainable innovation.

Rep. Joe Ciresi
Rep. Joe Ciresi
Democratic Chair
Communications & Technology Committee
Brian Andrews
Brian Andrews
CIO
Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System

Pennsylvania is experiencing rapid growth across technology sectors, from artificial intelligence and data centers to advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and emerging industries. This growth brings significant opportunities for jobs, investment, and economic development, while also raising important questions around infrastructure, energy, workforce, and community impact. This panel will explore how Pennsylvania can foster technology growth while building a strong foundation for long-term, sustainable innovation.

Rep. Joe Ciresi
Brian Andrews

Pennsylvania is experiencing rapid growth across technology sectors, from artificial intelligence and data centers to advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and emerging industries. This growth brings significant opportunities for jobs, investment, and economic development, while also raising important questions around infrastructure, energy, workforce, and community impact. This panel will explore how Pennsylvania can foster technology growth while building a strong foundation for long-term, sustainable innovation.

Rep. Joe Ciresi
Rep. Joe Ciresi
Democratic Chair
Communications & Technology Committee
Brian Andrews
Brian Andrews
CIO
Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System

Pennsylvania is experiencing rapid growth across technology sectors, from artificial intelligence and data centers to advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and emerging industries. This growth brings significant opportunities for jobs, investment, and economic development, while also raising important questions around infrastructure, energy, workforce, and community impact. This panel will explore how Pennsylvania can foster technology growth while building a strong foundation for long-term, sustainable innovation.

Rep. Joe Ciresi
Brian Andrews

11 AM EST

1 HR
11 AM EST 1 HR

Transforming Pennsylvania’s Infrastructure Through Innovation

Kathryn A. Hartzell
Kathryn A. Hartzell
Assistant CTO - Technology & Innovation Management
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Pam Frontino
Pam Frontino
BEAD Program Manager
Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority

From broadband and digital connectivity to energy, transportation, and smart infrastructure, new technologies and approaches are creating opportunities to improve reliability, access, and efficiency. Pennsylvania is also overseeing the rollout of more than $1.16 billion in federal BEAD funding through the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority to expand high-speed internet access across the Commonwealth. This panel will explore how Pennsylvania can leverage innovation and strategic investment to build a more connected, resilient, and competitive future.

Kathryn A. Hartzell
Kathryn A. Hartzell
Assistant CTO - Technology & Innovation Management
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Pam Frontino
Pam Frontino
BEAD Program Manager
Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority

From broadband and digital connectivity to energy, transportation, and smart infrastructure, new technologies and approaches are creating opportunities to improve reliability, access, and efficiency. Pennsylvania is also overseeing the rollout of more than $1.16 billion in federal BEAD funding through the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority to expand high-speed internet access across the Commonwealth. This panel will explore how Pennsylvania can leverage innovation and strategic investment to build a more connected, resilient, and competitive future.

Kathryn A. Hartzell
Pam Frontino

From broadband and digital connectivity to energy, transportation, and smart infrastructure, new technologies and approaches are creating opportunities to improve reliability, access, and efficiency. Pennsylvania is also overseeing the rollout of more than $1.16 billion in federal BEAD funding through the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority to expand high-speed internet access across the Commonwealth. This panel will explore how Pennsylvania can leverage innovation and strategic investment to build a more connected, resilient, and competitive future.

Kathryn A. Hartzell
Kathryn A. Hartzell
Assistant CTO - Technology & Innovation Management
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
Pam Frontino
Pam Frontino
BEAD Program Manager
Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority

From broadband and digital connectivity to energy, transportation, and smart infrastructure, new technologies and approaches are creating opportunities to improve reliability, access, and efficiency. Pennsylvania is also overseeing the rollout of more than $1.16 billion in federal BEAD funding through the Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority to expand high-speed internet access across the Commonwealth. This panel will explore how Pennsylvania can leverage innovation and strategic investment to build a more connected, resilient, and competitive future.

Kathryn A. Hartzell
Pam Frontino

12 PM EST

12 PM EST

Sessions Conclude

Gold

KPMG