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March 5, 2026 | 7:30 A.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center Put AI to work for Government Get ready for business reinvention in an AI-driven world. RSVP Now
Harness the power of AI for your organization ServiceNow Executive Circle is designed to empower today’s leaders to flourish in the era of AI, and provides a unique opportunity to network, learn, and share with the world’s most innovative thinkers in government, technology, and society. Exclusive Experience Check out our Executive Circle Lounge and Government Forum Expo for 1:1 expert advice and strategic insights. Inspiration Hear from independent thought leaders, ServiceNow experts and customers, as we explore the practical challenges of translating AI strategy into reality.
 Networking Add your perspective to the Executive Circle community and broaden your knowledge and network by collaborating with like-minded government leaders.

Hear from speakers who spark new ideas Visionary changemakers and business leaders will share their insights and inspiration to help you stay a step ahead with AI. Nick Saban Legendary Hall of Fame Football Coach, ESPY Icon & Emmy Award Winner Video CTA Chris Bedi Chief Customer Officer and Special Advisor to the Chairman for AI Transformation, ServiceNow Video CTA Kellie Romack Chief Digital Information Officer, ServiceNow Video CTA Steve Walters President, Americas, ServiceNow Video CTA Mike Hurt GVP, US Public Sector, ServiceNow Video CTA Combiz Abdolrahimi Vice President and Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy, and Government, ServiceNow Video CTA Kevin Barnard VP, Deputy Chief Innovation Officer, ServiceNow Video CTA Michael Park SVP, Global Partnerships and Channels, ServiceNow Video CTA
Agenda
7:30 A.M. – 8:30 A.M.  
Executive Circle Lounge Open – Networking Breakfast The Executive Circle lounge is your exclusive space for relaxing, networking, and 1:1 meetings. Enjoy coffee with a breakfast, and connect with peers.
9:00 A.M. – 10:30 A.M.  
Government Forum Keynote Get ready to hear from ServiceNow leaders, partners and customers on how to put AI to work for people.
10:45 A.M. – 10:55 A.M.  
Welcome to Executive Circle Join us for the opening and welcome remarks as the Executive Circle program begins.
10:55 A.M. – 11:25 A.M.  
Conversation with Nick Saban and Chris Bedi ServiceNow's Chief Customer Officer, and Special Advisor to the Chairman for AI Transformation, Chris Bedi, talks with Legendary Hall of Fame Football Coach, ESPY Icon & Emmy Award Winner, Nick Saban.
11:25 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.  
Building the AI Control Tower: ServiceNow's Platform Strategy Learn more about ServiceNow's AI strategy and its impact on your organization as VP, Deputy Chief Innovation Officer Kevin Barnard explores our evolution into the AI control tower across IT, CRM, app development, and employee experience. He'll also unpack how our recent acquisitions of Moveworks, Veza, and Armis help maximize the AI platform value and security for your organization.
12:10 P.M. - 1:10 P.M.  
Networking Lunch Following our sessions, we invite you to enjoy a networking lunch and continue conversations with your peers.
1:10 P.M. - 1:35 P.M.  
Driving Your Success Hear from Chief Digital and Information Officer, Kellie Romack, on how ServiceNow is investing for your success.
1:35 P.M. - 1:55 P.M.  
Discussion Circles Take part in peer-to-peer conversations to exchange real-world insights, share challenges, and discuss how fellow leaders are navigating the opportunities and complexities of AI adoption across their organizations.
1:55 P.M. - 2:20 P.M.  
Customer Panel Find out how your peers are putting AI to work and bringing innovation into their own agencies.
2:20 P.M. - 2:40 P.M.  
Conversation with Craig Burkhart and Combiz Abdolrahimi ServiceNow Vice President and Head of Government Affairs & Public Policy, and Government Leader, Combiz Abdolrahimi, sits down with Deputy Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology and NIST Deputy Director Craig Burkhardt to discuss the policy, regulatory, and institutional shifts required to unlock America's AI-driven competitiveness.
2:40 P.M. - 3:15 P.M.  
Closing Keynote Join us for an exclusive conversation with ServiceNow Americas President, Steve Walters, and our guest speaker on the challenges of business and technology leadership.
3:15 P.M – 4:30 P.M.  
Networking Reception Cap off your day by networking with local leaders and exchanging ideas with industry peers, hosted in the Executive Circle lounge.
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