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OCTOPod DC

Let's Tech It Out! OCTOPod is the place to track government techies, geeks and innovators who are making a huge difference in the nation's Capital. There are a lot of cool people in the DC Government tech space and on OCTOPod you can meet them all. [OCTOpod Score, “Down the Road” : © 2023 Michele P. Roseman]

31 OCT

Cybersecurity in the age of AI: Chief Information Security Officer for DC Government, Suneel Cherukuri

Today, we’re excited to have the Chief Information Security Officer for the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, Suneel Cherukuri -- joining us.  Suneel Cherukuri provides leadership and day-to-day coordination for securing and protecting Washington, DC’s information resources from external and internal threats. A recipient of the StateScoop 50 Award in the “State Cybersecurity Leader of the Year” category, he has 20-plus-years of industry experience in leading large enterprise network environments, specializing in cybersecurity architecture, design, engineering, and operations.

23 min
16 SEPT

Fueling Innovation & Gratitude in DC with the Innovation Team at OCTO

We’re excited to have the OCTO Innovation Team joining us! Started in 2021, by a partnership with Bloomberg Philanthropies and Mayor Muriel Bowser, the Innovation Team – or iTeam –was created to enhance public services and create an exceptional digital experience for District residents. Key takeaways: Gratitude Powers DC: Discover how this art and community engagement project is celebrating what DC residents love and is also shaping improvements to the District’s recruitment and hiring process. Data-Driven Storytelling: Learn how Lindsay and Matt are leveraging data to weave compelling narratives about DC government services and their impact on residents' lives. Cherished Cityscapes: From parks to coffee shops, the podcast highlights the places and experiences that make DC special, showcasing the deep bond between residents and their city. Supporting Educators: Gain insights into the Innovation Team's focus on community engagement and their upcoming event designed to uplift District educators and school administrators. Mark Your Calendars: The Gratitude Powers DC initiative will culminate in a special celebration honoring DC's teachers and education administrators on Tuesday, October 8th, at 6:00 PM at the Deanwood Recreation Center. Event details can be found at ⁠Gratitude Powers DC.⁠

17 min
8 MAR

DC Business Portal Unveiled: New DLCP Director, Tiffany Crowe

Get the scoop on the DC Business Portal and how DLCP is making a difference in the District. The DC Business portal is your one-stop destination for turning dreams into reality. In its first year, entrepreneurs and owners have logged into business.dc.gov over 13,000 times to kickstart and manage their businesses effortlessly. More than a thousand Washingtonians with big dreams started their own businesses using the portal. The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection – where dreams take flight, businesses flourish, and the future is bright

22 min
03/05/2022

Episode 9 - Tech Talk with Capitol City Robotics

OCTOpod Adrian interviews the Capitol City Robotics Director and three members of the team that will represent the District of Columbia at the VEX Robotics World Championship in May 2022. The Capitol City Robotics is a robotics and coding educational program that exposes K-12 students to science and technology while inspiring them to pursue a STEM career. We learned about the different roles on a robotic team and how the team made it to the Vex Championship and how community members can support Capital City Robotics. Guests: Michael Ryan Daza | Read more about Michael at https://www.capitolcityroboticsdc.org/about

16 min
05/03/2020

Episode 8 - Women's HERstory Month with DC MOWPI

In honor of Women’s History Month, we have Joya Matthews, Associate Director of the Mayor’s Office on Women’s Policy and Initiatives (MOWPI). She comes to MOWPI after years of public service in workforce development and here to talk to us about this year's Women's HERstory Month and "the why" behind the creation of an agency that specifically focuses on women's initiatives and policies. For more information visit women.dc.gov or tag and follow MOWPI on social media @DCMOWPI. And as always, make sure to follow us for new episodes of the lastest #OCTOpod @octodc!

17 min
26/02/2020

Episode 7 - Community, Innovation, and #BlackHistoryDC with The Mayor's Office of African American Affairs

In honor of Black History DC, we are sitting down with Director Ashley Emerson, the Executive Director of the Mayor's Office of African American Affairs (MOAAA) to talk about how innovation impacts Africans Americans in the DC area, the community, #BlackHistoryDC, and more! Follow @MOAAA_DC and visit http://MOAAA.dc.gov for the city-wide calendar of events. And as always, make sure to follow us for new episodes of the lastest #OCTOpod @octodc!

24 min
31/10/2019

Episode 6 - Building, Maintaining and Sustaining DC with DGS

From parks and recs to building modernization, OCTOPod sits down with the Director of DC Department of General Services (DGS), Keith Anderson to talk about school modernizations, tech lounges, Percent for Art Programs and more! Learn more about the DC Department of General Services: Visit dgs.dc.gov Follow @dcdgs Guest: Keith Anderson Co-Hosts: Mike Rupert Nina Liggett Editor/Producer: Serena Ieng Co-Producer: Shinada Philips Adrian Sutton Thank you for listening to the OCTOPod! Follow us @OCTODC and tag us #OCTOPOD.

23 min
03/05/2019

Episode 5 - All Hands on Tech with Connect.DC

From FREE tech support to Senior tech workshops, OCTOPod sits down with Director of Connect.DC, Delano Squires to talk about bridging the digital divide! Connect.DC making technology easier to use, more accessible, more affordable, and more relevant to the everyday lives of District residents. Learn more about all the Connect.DC programs: connect.dc.gov/ connect.dc.gov/free-tech-support connect.dc.gov/seniors connect.dc.gov/spark Guest: Delano Squires Co-Hosts: Mike Rupert Nina Liggett Michele Roseman Editor/Producer: Serena Ieng

31 min

Let's Tech It Out! OCTOPod is the place to track government techies, geeks and innovators who are making a huge difference in the nation's Capital. There are a lot of cool people in the DC Government tech space and on OCTOPod you can meet them all. [OCTOpod Score, “Down the Road” : © 2023 Michele P. Roseman]

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2019 - 2024
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