The dog days of summer are here, and the heat can leave you feeling sluggish and unmotivated.
It’s time to renew your passion for public service with August’s new online trainings!
We’re covering a whole slew of topics relevant for gov employees. Starting out the month with future-proofing your data and closing it with walking through how to put a career plan together – there’s something for everyone.
Future-Proofing Your Data Without Sacrificing Innovation
One of the best ways to be more efficient is to use your agency’s data to make quicker and better informed decisions – often with AI. However, to get your data in a place that makes that efficiency a reality, agencies need to modernize in a secure way.
Join us on Wednesday, Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. ET/11a.m. PT to hear from government and industry experts about how to future-proof your agency’s data without sacrificing innovation.
You’ll hear from:
- Jennifer Franks, Director, Information Technology and Cybersecurity, GAO
- Ryan Palmer, Senior Advisor, FedRAMP, GSA
- Greg Carl, Principal Technologist, U.S. Federal, Pure Storage
Balancing Efficiency and CX: Strategies for Success
CX teams are often tasked with lofty goals, but must also remain an efficient, lean team. So how can you achieve both?
Join us online Monday, Aug. 11 from 4-4:30 p.m. ET/1-1:30 p.m. PT as we talk with Bill Kehoe, CIO, State of Washington, about how to balance these objectives. Specifically, you’ll learn:
- How to create a plan to deliver on your CX goals efficiently.
- How to track and measure your progress.
- Common mistakes that can eat up your time and resources.
Keeping Threats at Bay: The Latest in Cybersecurity
Are your data, systems, and networks truly protected — or are there hidden vulnerabilities and outdated systems waiting to be exploited?
Join us on Wednesday, Aug. 13, from 2–2:50 p.m. ET/11–11:50 a.m. PT to hear government and industry experts break down the true state of agency cybersecurity preparedness.
You’ll hear from:
- Ralph Hogaboom, Chief Information Security Officer, Washington State Department of Natural Resources
- Garrett Lee, Regional Vice President, Enterprise Security Group, Broadcom
- Anish Patel, Head of Federal Civilian, Cloudflare
- Khizar Sultan, Vice President, CyberArk Identity Solutions
Transformation Under Pressure: How Gov Must Evolve
What is the state of government transformation in 2025? How prepared are agencies to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving world?
On Wednesday, Aug. 20, from 2–2:50 p.m. ET/11–11:50 a.m. PT, government and industry leaders will provide a comprehensive look at the state of government transformation in 2025. This session will explore where agencies are succeeding, where obstacles remain, and strategies to accelerate change.
Engaging an Unengaged Team
As supervisors, the team’s productivity and output needs to be managed and supported. So how can we help our teams stay engaged without teetering on burnout?
Join us Monday. Aug. 25 from 4-4:30 p.m. ET/1-1:30 p.m. as we talk with Ann Davison, Director, Strategic Communications and Executive Coaching, about how to engage an unengaged team. Specifically, you’ll learn:
- Proven strategies for maintaining a high baseline for productivity across your team.
- Signs to look for when engagement begins to falter.
- How to model engagement in a healthy way.
How to Put a Career Plan in Place
We can’t control the exact trajectories of our careers, but we can build a plan to set ourselves up for success and develop the skills that are crucial to advancement.
Join us online Tuesday, Aug. 26 from 2-2:50 p.m. ET/11-11:50 a.m. PT to hear from an expert about how to set a direction for your career and put a plan in place to accomplish your goals.
You’ll learn:
- How to identify and define your career goals.
- Tips and strategies for public service career planning.
- How to hold yourself accountable and stay on track.