The New Modernization Imperative: Government with Applied AI

Phil Calzadilla

SLED Sales Regional Vice President, UiPath

Phil Calzadilla is a business leader and IT professional who leads the State Local and Education sales team at UiPath, a leading software company specializing in robotic process automation. Phil has over 20 years of experience building and leading sales teams in the IT industry, empowering his teams to help clients achieve their mission. He joined UiPath in November of 2021 and has since been at the forefront of working with state and local clients throughout the United States, helping them meet their initiatives.

Phil is also deeply committed to his community and volunteers with various organizations, including Shields and Stripes, a veteran and first responder rehabilitation group. Through his dedication to serving those who serve, Phil has become a respected leader in his industry and a valuable asset to his clients and community. Prior to his current role, Phil led state, local, and education teams while working at Cisco Systems and NextNet Partners, a consulting company he founded. In 2016, he was recognized as "CEO of the Year" by the Phoenix Business Journal, a testament to his leadership skills and business acumen.

Hassan Janjua, PMP, ITIL

Division Manager, General Government Systems Division, Internal Services Department, County of Los Angeles

Hassan Janjua, PMP, ITIL, possesses more than 24 years of experience in the IT field. He boasts over 20 professional certifications in IT, with specializations in Cloud Computing, Enterprise Content Management, and Project Management. Hassan's experience spans a diverse range of industries including Healthcare, Government, Finance, and IT, encompassing startups, leading IT service providers, and manufacturers. He is also a published author, with his book, "INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN: A LEADER'S TOOL TO NURTURE EMPLOYEES FOR THE FUTURE OF WORK". Currently, Hassan holds the position of IT Division Manager for the General Government Systems Division at ISD.

Rocky Penumalli

Senior Customer Success Manager, UiPath

Curt Wood — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Curt most recently served as the Technology Services and Security Cabinet Secretary and Chief Information Officer for Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, leading the Commonwealth’s digital and cyber security transformation. Prior to his Cabinet appointment in 2018, Mr. Wood served 8 years as the Public Safety Undersecretary for Forensic Science and CIO overseeing major public safety and justice operational and technology modernization efforts. He began his government career in 1975 and has served in multiple roles.