Overview

January 14
10AM PT, 1PM ET

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Public records requests have evolved from routine administrative tasks into a defining challenge for modern government. As public records requests continue to increase in volume and complexity, agencies must balance transparency, efficiency and compliance. 
 
Join Government Technology for a fireside chat exploring the shifting landscape of government IT, what that means for public records management today and the strategies your agency can use to adapt. 
 
You’ll learn:

  • What’s driving the rising complexity of public records management
  • How new data formats, legislative changes and AI-driven requests are reshaping workflows
  • Practical steps agencies can take to modernize and meet evolving expectations 

Speakers

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Sean McSpaden — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Sean McSpaden is an executive level information technology professional with over 30 years of experience in the private, non-profit, and public sectors. His background includes the start-up and management of several small businesses and he has served on the Board of Directors or in Executive Director positions for several 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Sean’s public service experience includes progressively responsible positions as an IT analyst, and in statewide coordination, management and leadership positions within the Executive and Legislative branches of Oregon state government.

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Dan Huizinga

Product Manager, Granicus

Dan Huizinga is Product Manager for Records Request Management solutions at Granicus, bringing over a decade of experience in helping governments navigate the growing complexity of public records. Drawing on a background gained from roles spanning sales, account management, support, and operations, Dan offers a unique perspective that informs practical, forward-thinking solutions. He has led initiatives that streamline workflows, enhance transparency, and improve efficiency for agencies nationwide, and is passionate about empowering governments to manage records requests with clarity and confidence.

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Melanie Pusateri

Product Marketing Manager, Records Request Management, Granicus

Melanie Zorn Pusateri is Senior Product Marketing Manager, PMMC, for records request management solutions at Granicus, bringing over six years of experience in B2G SaaS. She has spearheaded thought leadership in the public records space through benchmark reports and industry surveys that inform product strategy and advance conversations on public sector digital transformation. Melanie is passionate about uncovering the challenges governments face, analyzing data, and connecting insights across jurisdictions to create practical resources—whether blogs, guides, webinars, or live discussions—that help agencies work with greater clarity, confidence, and even enjoyment.

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