Build Deeper Relationships with Government and Education—All Year Long
Our councils and communities create sustained, invitation-only engagement with senior government and education leaders—designed to build trust, insight, and long-term strategic alignment.
Unlike one-time events or transactional engagements, our councils and communities are built for continuity. They are shaped over the course of our long-standing relationships with public-sector leaders serving state and local government and education and supported by ongoing programming, research, and peer exchange throughout the year. This approach enables deeper trust, more candid conversation, and insight that evolves alongside real-world priorities.
We’ve designed these programs for companies that want to go beyond a single campaign to build meaningful relationships with government and education leaders through consistent, thoughtful, and strategic engagement. They are high-impact, high-value opportunities for private-sector leaders to engage directly with public-sector decision-makers over an extended period of time.
If your company is looking to deepen relationships, stay top of mind with key public-sector audiences, and deliver sustained value, this is your most strategic investment.
State and Local Government Councils and Communities
Explore our invitation-only membership programs to see which align best with your current strategic priorities.
Digital States
An invitation-only network of state CIOs focused on modernizing government and accelerating innovation through shared insights and collaboration.
Cybersecurity Council
A national community of state and local public-sector security leaders committed to advancing cyber resilience across government.
Digital Communities
A national program that helps technology partners build relationships with local CIOs and IT leaders from the country’s largest cities and counties.
AI Council
A collaborative community of state and local government leaders and private-sector partners guiding responsible and equitable AI adoption, offering insights and best practices to help agencies harness new capabilities while managing risk.
Government Efficiency Council
A cross-sector community of thought leaders, policymakers, and financial experts who gather to explore practical solutions that help governments do more with less.
Future of Data Council
A community of state and local IT leaders—including CDOs, CIOs, CTOs, and privacy officers — working to elevate data into a strategic, decision-driving asset.
Teri Takai leads e.Republic’s state and local government programs. She previously served as Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the U.S. Department of Defense and as CIO for the states of California and Michigan.
K-12 & Higher Education Councils
Explore invitation-only councils designed to help education leaders collaborate on technology strategy, innovation, and institutional priorities.
Higher Education Council
A collaborative community for higher education leaders to share best practices and explore new approaches to technology strategy, innovation, and institutional modernization.
Higher Education AI Council
A network of higher education leaders advancing campus-wide AI strategy and collaborating to build responsible, actionable frameworks for institutional adoption.
K-12 Education Council
A national community of K–12 technology leaders who gather to share insights, tackle pressing challenges, and explore how technology can improve teaching, learning, and district operations.
Brian Cohen leads e.Republic’s education councils. He serves as Vice President of the Center for Digital Education and previously held roles as Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Vice Chancellor at the City University of New York.
We tailor our programming through ongoing engagement with members and leverage the deep expertise of e.Republic’s editorial, research, and event teams. Our curated approach ensures conversations remain timely, relevant, and grounded in the realities facing state and local government and education.
Benefits of Council and Community Membership
e.Republic’s councils and communities bring together carefully selected cohorts of public-sector leaders and industry participants around shared areas of focus through sustained engagement. These programs are intentionally smaller and more focused than large-scale events, allowing for candid discussion, peer learning, and deeper exploration of complex issues over time.
Consider a membership to:
- Foster deeper relationships with public-sector leaders, leading to long-term collaborations, consulting engagements, or large-scale procurement opportunities.
- Accelerate the adoption and implementation of solutions across multiple agencies and jurisdictions.
- Align offerings with current IT trends, needs, and challenges, ensuring your products and services are tailored to the public sector’s evolving requirements.
- Build trust and credibility with your target audience by demonstrating the real-world impact of your technologies or services, thereby increasing the likelihood of widespread adoption.
Build Long-Term Influence Through Ongoing Peer Engagement
Many organizations extend the impact of council participation through our In-Person Events & Summits, Market Intelligence, and Demand Generation Services, creating a more connected, insight-driven approach to public-sector engagement. Together, these offerings combine trusted relationships, real-time market understanding, and targeted outreach to support more informed strategy and stronger long-term partnerships with key public-sector stakeholders.
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"When you attend larger events, vendors have 30 seconds to make a pitch and attendees are often overwhelmed by the number of vendors coming up to talk to them. These types of programs create a relaxed environment for more natural conversations with decision-makers, building real connections."
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Let’s Find the Right Programs for Your Goals
If you’re looking to build deeper, more trusted relationships with public-sector leaders, our leadership councils and curated peer communities provide structured, year-round engagement designed to support long-term growth.
Please tell us more about your organization and your goals so that we can determine if you’re a fit for this exclusive program. We’ll be in touch soon.