Overview

May 21
11AM PT, 2PM ET

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As state and local governments adapt to the new federal administration policies and priorities, leaders must continue to modernize operations, boost efficiency, and manage risk—all while aligning with new budget priorities and accountability standards. Navigating the Transition, a webinar series from Government Technology, helps decision-makers decode policy shifts, explore emerging technologies, and gain expert insights on what’s next.

HHS priorities are shifting, and governments are locking in budgets— often without a clear view of what’s ahead. For HHS leaders, this moment calls for flexibility, stability, and sharp planning. The good news? There are proven, practical ways to keep systems responsive and ready for whatever comes next.

Join Government Technology and Conduent for a live discussion on how HHS leaders can meet today's demands—while building capacity for tomorrow.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Where HHS policy is headed—and how to prepare your systems: Get up-to-date insight on how policy and budgetary shifts may impact funding, mandates, and service delivery—and what HHS teams should prioritize now to stay ahead.
  • How to modernize incrementally (and effectively): Learn why agencies are moving away from large-scale rebuilds in favor of modular upgrades, cloud-based tools, and smarter vendor partnerships that reduce cost and risk.
  • What to do about fraud—before it disrupts services: Explore how agencies are preventing and detecting benefit fraud across programs, using AI to flag patterns, distinguish errors from bad actors, and protect integrity at every step.

Speakers

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Anna Sever

President, Government Solutions, Conduent

Anna is the President of Government Solutions at Conduent. She oversees services that help government agencies deliver better community and constituent experiences. Anna leads initiatives across healthcare services, driving operational efficiency, strengthening compliance, and supporting program growth. A veteran of federal and state government contracting with more than 30 years of experience, Anna has held leadership roles across Medicaid, Medicare, mental health, and developmental disabilities operations. Before joining Conduent, she served as President and CEO of Magellan Federal, where she led the company’s growth strategy and operational improvements. She previously held senior business development roles at Maximus, focusing on federal health programs and Veterans Affairs initiatives. Anna received her bachelor’s degree from Davidson College, her master’s degree in social work from the University of South Carolina, and her certification in gerontology from the University of South Carolina.

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Jamie Topolski

Senior Director, Government Payment Products, Conduent

Jamie is the Senior Director of Government Payment Products at Conduent. He is the chairperson for the X9 SNAP EBT Card Modernization Forum, leading an industry-wide effort to update the SNAP messaging standards to support EMV and other fraud-reducing enhancements. Jamie also serves as the chairperson for the X9 A11 Electronic Benefits Transactions Standards Committee. A financial service and FinTech veteran of nearly thirty years, he has more than 15 years of experience working on EMV and other payment technologies in the U.S. and other countries. Jamie has led payment innovation efforts at Fiserv, JPMorgan Chase, Discover, and PNC Bank. He has previously served on the steering committees for the EMV Migration Forum, U.S. Payments Forum and the Smart Card Alliance Payments Council. He also served on the EMVCo Board of Advisors. Jamie received his bachelor’s degree from Duke University, and his master’s degree from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

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Russ Nichols

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Russ Nichols’ public service spanned over 32 years and included management and executive positions with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the California State Controller’s Office, and the Employment Development Department.

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Joe Morris — Moderator

Chief Innovation Officer, e.Republic

Joseph Morris is the chief innovation officer of Government Technology’s parent company e.Republic and a national keynote speaker on issues, trends and drivers impacting state and local government and education. He has authored publications and reports on funding streams, technology investment areas and public-sector priorities, and has led roundtables, projects and initiatives focused on issues within the public sector. Joe has conducted state and local government research with e.Republic since 2007 and knows the ins and outs of government on all levels. He received his Bachelor of Arts in government and international relations from the California State University, Sacramento.