Blue Hill Attends e.Republic’s GovTech Beyond the Beltway 2025, Tysons Corner, Va.

March 14, 2025– Blue Hill is pleased to announce its successful participation in e.Republic’s GovTech Beyond the Beltway event, held on February 19 in Tysons Corner, Virginia. The conference convened CIOs, CTOs, public-sector leaders, and industry experts to explore the evolving landscape of state and local (SLED) government technology, particularly in the wake of federal policy shifts and accelerating AI adoption.

During the event, Blue Hill representatives engaged in conversations centered on cybersecurity, AI-driven services, and methods to optimize legacy systems. Notable panels included:

• Anticipating Post-Election Federal Changes – SLED leaders discussed how federal budget cuts, executive orders, and shifting policy initiatives will affect funding and operations at the state and local levels.
• City, County, and State CIO Challenges – CIOs from across the country weighed in on the need to balance innovation and budget constraints, emphasizing how partnerships with trusted vendors can help agencies stay ahead.
• Whole-of-State Cybersecurity – With new funding sources and emerging AI tools, cybersecurity remains the highest priority across jurisdictions.

Key Takeaways

• Increased Collaboration: Government agencies face tighter staffing and greater responsibilities as federal roles shift; strong vendor relationships are crucial to deliver secure, efficient solutions.
• Proven Solutions + Strategic Innovation: While legacy systems remain vital for security and stability, agencies are actively exploring AI-driven tools for efficiency gains and better constituent experiences.
• Focused, Transparent Funding: SLED budgets are growing in many cases, but come with more rigorous oversight and pressure to demonstrate ROI—making operational flexibility and measurable outcomes a must.

“Our mission at Blue Hill is to help public-sector agencies navigate a rapidly changing technology landscape,” said John Kamen, CEO at Blue Hill Data Services. “This year’s Beyond the Beltway event reinforced the importance of reliable partnerships that offer both proven solutions and forward-looking innovation. We’re committed to working closely with government leaders to address their immediate challenges while preparing them for the future.”

Dan Bolen, Senior Account Manager, Service Delivery for Blue Hill’s government industry clients, who attended the event, added, “Many of the panelists during the conference identified that they are choosing to invest and double-down on legacy solutions that have a proven track record, meeting the security emphasis of many government initiatives, while also implementing new AI driven solutions to maximize efficiency.”

In addition to its involvement at Beyond the Beltway, Blue Hill is ready to participate in several upcoming industry events. These future engagements underscore Blue Hill’s ongoing commitment to innovation and collaboration within the public-sector technology space. Blue Hill representatives will be present at the:

• Emerging Tech & Government Spending for FY25 event on March 14 in Reston, VA
• NASCIO Midyear Conference from April 28 – May 1 in Philadelphia, PA
• RSAC Conference from April 28 – May 2 in San Francisco, CA.

Through these engagements, Blue Hill will continue to collaborate with government IT leaders and share insights on emerging technologies and best practices.

About Blue Hill

Blue Hill is a leading provider of IT solutions and services for public-sector agencies nationwide. With a deep understanding of legislative, security, and operational requirements, Blue Hill partners with its clients to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and scalable solutions. By integrating legacy systems with emerging technologies such as AI and cybersecurity tools, Blue Hill ensures its clients stay resilient in a rapidly evolving digital environment.

For more information about Blue Hill and its public-sector offers, please visit www.BlueHillData.com