Save the date!   COVITS 2011 will be held Sept. 26-27 at the Hilton Richmond Hotel at Short Pump, 12042 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233.

Governor McDonnell will provide opening remarks at COVITS 2011
The 2011 Commonwealth of Virginia Innovative Technology Symposium (COVITS) will start with the view from the top when Governor Bob McDonnell provides opening remarks for the event. The Governor’s remarks will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Mon., Sept. 26. COVITS annually brings together a community of senior-level executives and technology decision makers from state and local government, business, and education to share experiences, discuss collaborative opportunities and envision technology solutions to support government’s business challenges.

Don’t miss out – register today!

Submission period now closed for 2011 Governor’s Technology Awards
The deadline for entries now has passed and submissions received are en route to the judges. All entrants will receive free admission to COVITS in recognition of their innovative work. Winners will be publicly announced and honored at a special midday ceremony during COVITS. Further communication to entrants will follow individually.

View full information about the 2011 Governor’s Technology Awards.

Governor Bob McDonnell "Information technology is extremely important to the Commonwealth of Virginia and our effort to restructure and reform government operations. I encourage you to participate in the 2011 Commonwealth of Virginia's Innovative Technology Symposium (COVITS), the state's preeminent forum for collaboration and participation in government technology. We hope you can attend this year's event!"

Bob McDonnell, Governor, Commonwealth of Virginia

Jim Duffey "The one chance each year for state and local technology professionals to gather in one place is upon us again. The Commonwealth of Virginia’s Innovative Technology Symposium (COVITS) is the premier forum for collaboration and idea sharing in government technology. More than ever these partnerships and cross-boundary relationships are needed to continue to move the Commonwealth forward. We look forward to seeing you at this 14th Annual COVITS!"

Jim Duffey, Secretary of Technology, Commonwealth of Virginia

Sam Nixon "When government and business work together, we explore new and exciting ways to serve the citizens of Virginia by enabling the business of government though technology. COVITS offers both public and private sector interests a venue to share ideas, discuss business needs and collaborate on how best to maximize tax payer dollars. We value the business sponsors of this event and appreciate their support of our efforts to serve the public. COVITS exemplifies the spirit of partnership, and I look forward to seeing you at this year's event."

Sam Nixon, Chief Information Officer, Commonwealth of Virginia

Wanda Gibson "In these tough economic times, we have to find new ways to do things despite limited resources. Value proposition partnerships and collaborations have more value and momentum than ever! COVITS is the ideal place for sharing ideas and lessons learned, and I always walk away with ideas, partners and new friends. I'm looking forward to another great conference in September. See you there!"

Wanda Gibson, Chief Technology Officer, Fairfax County

Purpose

This event is for and about state and local government. The purpose of the event is to foster discussion and dialogue on the use of information technology as a strategic tool for managers, executives and policy makers.

Who Should Attend

If you influence or participate in technology decisions or implementations at any level, you will find benefit in attending.

Don't miss this opportunity to see the latest in digital government solutions, keep abreast of current policy issues and network with key government executives, technologists and industry specialists.