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Digital Equity & Civic Tech Summit

Miami Dade County extends our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who contributed to the success of the Digital Equity and Civic Tech Summit held on October 25th, 2023. Your presence and active participation made this event truly exceptional.

With over 150 organizations, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), municipal governments, and various other esteemed guests in attendance, the summit became a melting pot of ideas, innovations, and collaborative efforts aimed at advancing digital equity and civic technology.

The diverse perspectives and insights shared during the summit have undoubtedly paved the way for meaningful progress in our collective mission to bridge the digital divide and enhance civic engagement. Your commitment to these crucial causes is inspiring, and we are confident that the connections made and ideas exchanged will continue to drive positive change in our communities.

As we reflect on the success of this year's summit, we are excited to announce that we will be hosting another edition in 2024. Building on the momentum generated this year, we anticipate even greater achievements and advancements in the realm of digital equity and civic tech.

We look forward to welcoming you once again in 2024, where we can continue to collaboratively explore innovative solutions, share best practices, and strengthen our collective commitment to building more inclusive and technologically empowered communities.

Event Details

To be announced.

2023 Speakers

We are pleased to announce our speaker lineup for the 2023 Digital Equity and Civic Tech Summit.
Eileen Higgins
County Commissioner for District 5.
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Yolanda Cash Jackson
Beacon Council Chair and Becker Shareholder.
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Margaret Brisbane
Director and CIO, Miami-Dade County Information Technology Department.
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Francesca De Quesada Covey
Chief Innovation and Economic Development Officer, Miami-Dade County Office of Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.
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Rebecca Fishman Lipsey
President and CEO, The Miami Foundation.
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Rodrick Miller
President and CEO of the Beacon Council.
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Rick Beasley
Executive Director, CareerSource South Florida.
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Raul Moas
Senior Director of the Knight Foundation.
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Michelle Oyola McGovern
Vice President Government and Regulatory Affairs, Comcast.
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