Welcome to DIR Discover!

DIR Discover: Exploring Data and Tech is an annual event hosted by the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR). The third annual DIR Discover will be held on October 22, 2024, at the Palmer Events Center in Austin, Texas. This year’s event is bigger and better than ever before, with a larger venue and a greater number of presentations and breakout options to help Texas’ IT professionals focus on data and emerging technology. Private sector exhibitors and presenters with DIR contracts will also be on hand to highlight the solutions they offer.

DIR Discover is designed for public sector employees with roles in IT and data, but this event will also be relevant to executive leadership. 

Overview

This one-day, two-track conference includes keynote presentations, breakout sessions, refreshment breaks, an exhibit area, and a networking lunch. Planned topical categories include:

  • Responsible AI
  • Network Evolution
  • Data Governance
  • Customer Experience
  • Protecting Privacy
  • Public Sector Talent
  • Navigating generative AI 

Eligible Attendees

Employees of Texas public-sector organizations may attend.

Location

Palmer Events Center

900 Barton Springs Rd, Austin TX 78704

https://www.palmereventscenter.com

Cost

This event is free for government employees (state and local) and employees of K-12 schools and institutions of higher education.  However, advance registration is required.

Because space is limited, it may be necessary to limit the number of attendees from a single organization to ensure that the maximum number of organizations can participate and attend the event. This will be determined by the number of registrations DIR receives.

Exhibitors/Speakers

All exhibit tables are almost sold out and all presentation slots are filled for this conference.

List of Exhibitors can be found on the SPONSORS/EXHIBITORS tab.

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