Join us for our upcoming Emerging Technology Community of Interest Member Meeting and hear from our expert panel of thought leaders as they discuss "Transportation’s Digital Future: Risks, Opportunities, and Innovation." This is a hybrid event. Details will be provided upon registration.
Description
The American Council for Technology - Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) Emerging Technology Community of Interest (COI) is hosting a fireside chat to explore the critical role of technology in the transportation infrastructure sector. As our nation's transportation systems continue to evolve, they are facing increasing cyber-physical risks that can have devastating consequences. This event will bring together commercial and government leaders to discuss how emerging technologies can be leveraged to mitigate these risks while driving modernization, transformation, and innovation. The conversation will focus on the intersection of technology, transportation, and national security, providing insights into the opportunities and challenges facing this crucial infrastructure sector.
Objectives
- Explore the Current State of Transportation Infrastructure: Discuss the present condition of transportation infrastructure, highlighting existing challenges and vulnerabilities, as well as the role of technology in tackling these issues.
- Identify Emerging Technologies for Risk Mitigation: Examine new technologies that can help reduce cyber-physical risks in transportation infrastructure, including artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and advanced materials.
- Accelerate Transformation: Explore opportunities for innovation and modernization in transportation infrastructure, including the integration of emerging technologies to enhance resilience and efficiency.
- Foster Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing: Facilitate dialogue among industry, government, and academia to share best practices, lessons learned, and emerging trends in transportation infrastructure and cybersecurity.
- Inform Future Investments and Strategies: Provide insights and recommendations for future investments and strategies in transportation infrastructure, focusing on leveraging emerging technologies to drive innovation and mitigate risks.
Thought Leaders
Our expert panel, featuring distinguished professionals from the transportation sector, will share their insights and real-world experiences on how cutting-edge technology is transforming our nation's transportation systems, enhancing public service delivery, optimizing business operations, and fostering innovative research and education opportunities.
- Pete Tseronis, Founder and CEO, Dots and Bridges
- Gabrielle Rivera, Vice President, Maximus
- Ankur Saini, Acting Chief Technology Officer, Department of Transportation
- Dr. Justin Ubert, Division Chief, Cybersecurity & Operations, Department of Transportation
- Cara Rose, Director, Workplace and Collaboration Services, NASA
United States