Presentation:  Sanjeev "Sonny" Bhagowalia will provide an overview and update on the State of Hawaii's progress in developing it Business and Information Technology/Information Resource Management Strategic Plan.

Speaker: Sanjeev "Sonny" Bhagowalia

Topic: In September 2011, the state released the first-ever comprehensive assessment of its IT assets, policies, and procedures in a baseline report, which provided the recommendations and findings for the basis of priorities, architecture and projects that will be included in the Strategic Plan. Bhagowalia will also focus on the importance of cyber security and the vigilance required at all levels to protect personally identifiable information (PII), confidential, and sensitive information.

BIO: Sanjeev "Sonny" Bhagowalia is the State of Hawaii's first full-time Chief Information Officer. Since taking on the position in July 2011, he has overseen the publishing of the first comprehensive assessment of the state's information technology systems, applications, policies and procedures. He and his team are now developing the State of Hawaii Business Transformation and IT Strategic Plan, which is scheduled for publication in July 2012. The Strategic Plan will provide the roadmap for the State's information technology modernization initiative, a key component of Governor Abercrombie's New Day Plan.

Lunch Menu:
Appetizer: Hale Koa Salad with Tarragon Dressing
Main Course: Grilled Skirt Steak with Shitake Mushroom Sauce Paired with Crab Cake, Served on Local Style Fried Udon Noodles and Sautéed Zucchini with Tomatoes
Dessert:  Vanilla Ice Cream Taco with Fruit Salsa