Public Technology Institute (PTI)

If Dale Bowen is the heart of PTI, Jessie is our collective brain. She is the behind-the-scenes wizard who makes sure that we're all operating on the same page...which isn't even really her job, she just does it because she's awesome. If you're involved with PTI in any way, you've probably encountered Jessie in some way - from CGCIO classes, to the membership newsletter and community hub - she is integral to pretty much every part of PTI. Because she's such a great part of our team, if you're so inclined you should give her a much-deserved shout out in the comments 👇

Is your team awesome? (here's the part where you click the "...more" button because they definitely are.) Then give them something to brag about! Submissions are open for awards that will be presented at the 2026 GovIT Leadership Summit & Symposium. We have 3 to choose from: 1️⃣Golden GOVIT - recognizes those that have advanced government technology through collaboration, innovation, service, and individual leadership 2️⃣PTI Solutions (PTI members only) - recognizes technology achievements in local government 3️⃣Alan R. Shark Leadership Award (PTI members only) - recognizes an execeptional local government tech leader So throw your team's hat in the ring. And tell them to throw your hat in there too. We want to see all the hats. By the way, submissions are free and you can even submit for multiple awards! We all know that a lot of local government IT work gets little more than a mumbled "thanks" or a light pat on the back, but you have the chance to get your team a shiny piece of hardware that lets them know how meaningful their work truly is. Learn more about all 3 awards here👉https://lnkd.in/gikiqt3W #Awards #GoldenGOVIT #PTISolutions #AlanSharkAward #Leadership #PTI #FusionLearningPartners

Artificial intelligence can deliver answers in seconds, but effective public leadership still requires something AI cannot provide: thoughtful judgment. As government agencies embrace AI to improve efficiency and service delivery, leaders face the growing challenge of resisting the pressure to make decisions as quickly as the technology generates recommendations. In a new commentary by Alan Shark published in GovTech, he explores why curiosity, deliberation, and even occasionally procrastination remain essential leadership skills, arguing that the best government decisions are not necessarily the fastest, but those that are carefully considered. #PTI #GovTech #AI #GovIT #Leadership

We know the 2026 GovIT Leadership Summit & Symposium is still a few months away, but...well...we're pretty excited about the incredible speaker lineup and just want to scream it from the LinkedIn rooftops. Here's a *very* small selection of speakers, featuring the phenomenal: Sinikka Waugh Fay Young, CGCIO, PMP, DISC Charles Burton Want to learn more? Then you should probably click on this link😏👇 https://lnkd.in/gJWtpfGm #PTI #GovIT2026 #Leadership #PublicSector #GovTech #Cybersecurity

When a bad actor gets through your firewalls and the lights go out, what's the first thing you should do? Well...turn the lights back on.💡 Ryon Saenz, acting CIO for the City of Alexandria, VA, goes over a checklist of a few things that you need to be aware of to make your organization more resilient when it comes to cybersecurity. Because it's no longer about IF a cyber event happens, it's about WHEN a cyber event happens, and how quickly you can turn the lights back on afterwards. Watch the full webinar here👉https://lnkd.in/gAECrrw3 #Cybersecurity #PTI #Leadership #TurnTheLightsBackOn

Government IT leaders and headwear collectors have one thing in common: they both wear a lot of hats (dad joke). From the challenge of letting go of day-to-day work as you move into executive roles, to the quiet trap of low-impact, high-effort requests, the discussion surfaced hard-won wisdom that you wouldn't find in any college textbook. Add in a lively debate on AI strategy, a surprise California SaaS tax, and a story about a county administrator who challenged someone to a basketball game over a shade of red, and you've got yourself a CGCIO™ article. Read the full thing below👇 #PTI #Rutgers #CGCIO #Leadership #GovTech #DadJokes #GovIT

Big news, everyone! 🥁 PTI just made stacking memberships a thing...and it's kind of a big deal. But what does that even mean? It means we've teamed up with some of your favorite regional government IT organizations to take your regional membership national. Here's how it works: keep all the benefits of the regional organization you already know and love, then stack a PTI membership on top for an 85% discount and unlock PTI's robust national community, including: ☑️ Access to exclusive forums, case studies, and articles ☑️ Discounts on PTI's education, events, and consulting ☑️ Members-only webinars and newsletters ☑️ Members-only awards recognition ☑️ And much more! So if you're part of a regional organization and curious what a national PTI membership could do for your community (and your benefits package), there's never been a better time - or price - to find out. Thank you to our partners in stacking: Western Regional Innovation and Technology Alliance Municipal Information Systems Association of California Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative #PTI #Membership #WRITA #MISAC #MNCCC #GovIT #Teamwork #Community

🚨 Early Bird Registration for GovIT 2026 opens TODAY! 🚨 The 2026 GovIT Leadership Summit & Symposium is where the local government IT community comes together to learn, connect, and collaborate. 📍 November 8–10, 2026 📍 DoubleTree by Hilton | Bloomington, MN This year’s theme - Moving Forward Together: Community, Connection, & Collaboration - couldn’t be more important right now. That's why we host the GovIT Leadership Summit & Symposium, so that the government IT community has the space to do just that. Join government IT leaders and practitioners from across the country for: ✅ 70+ sessions & discussions ✅ 7 educational tracks ✅ Networking receptions & peer connections ✅ Learning from government IT experts ✅ Public sector IT awards & recognition ✅ Real conversations about AI, cybersecurity, modernization, leadership, and more These are the lowest GovIT prices of the year, so now is the perfect time to secure your spot and be part of the community shaping the future of government technology. Because when government IT works together, everyone gets stronger. 💡 Learn more👉https://lnkd.in/gJWtpfGm #PTI #Leadership #GOVIT2026 #GovernmentIT #LocalGov #PublicSector #Leadership #Cybersecurity #DigitalGovernment #Collaboration #Community #TechnologyLeadership

In the beginning...there was Dale. And there is still Dale. He is the heart and soul of PTI, and his dedication to helping local government IT leaders and professionals is commendable. Join us in celebrating Dale and give him a shoutout in the comments👇 #Dale #PTI #Leadership

Guess who just hit the big 5-Oh! Our parent company, Fusion Learning Partners, is turning 50 years old this year. 50 years of helping local governments, nonprofits, and associations grow and strengthen their organizations. If you aren't already, follow their LinkedIn page at Fusion Learning Partners, to see highlights from the past five decades, interviews with those that have been involved with the organization, and more! #PublicService #FusionLearningPartners #50Years #Anniversary