Overview

December 2
10AM PT, 1PM ET

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As the public-sector technology landscape continues to evolve, staying ahead requires both reflection and foresight. In this capstone session, our market and editorial experts will come together for a strategic conversation that closes out the Navigating the Shift webinar series with meaningful insights—and opens the door to what’s ahead.

This session distills the most significant developments of 2025, highlighting the editorial themes, market movements, and storylines that defined the year. Attendees will gain clarity on the forces that shaped the public-sector narrative and how those dynamics are setting the stage for 2026.

Looking forward, our speakers will explore emerging trends, early signals, and predictions for the year ahead. From shifting priorities and evolving technologies to the storylines expected to dominate in 2026, this discussion will offer guidance to help public-sector leaders and industry partners position themselves for what’s next.

What We’ll Cover:

  • A Year in Review: The themes and developments that defined 2025—and why they matter for 2026.
  • 2026 Outlook: Emerging trends, early signals, and data-driven predictions.
  • Storylines to Watch: The issues poised to shape state and local government and education in the year ahead.

Close out the year with an informed, strategic perspective—and step confidently into 2026 with the insights you need to navigate what comes next.

Speakers

Steve Towns headshot

Steve Towns

VP of Content Strategy, e.Republic

Noelle Knell headshot

Noelle Knell

Executive Editor, e.Republic

Joe Morris headshot

Joe Morris

Chief Innovation Officer, e.Republic