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GovSummit is where leaders tackle modernization, security, and compliance head-on — and share what's working today.
Join us at Datadog GovSummit and discover how observability, security, and real-time intelligence can power mission success.
You’ll experience:
- Keynotes and customer-led panels
- Sessions with federal and regulated industry leaders
- Product vision and roadmap tailored for government
- Hands-on demos and learning opportunities
Featured Sessions
Welcome & Keynote
Trends and Trajectories: Navigating What’s Next in Government Tech



Closing Keynote: Hacker and the Fed — Security, Trust, and Transformation
Government networks are prime targets. Hear from ex-FBI agent Chris Tarbell and former hacker Hector Monsegur as they share real-world lessons on defending critical systems. Don’t miss this insider session.



Agenda
Arrival & Registration: Coffee, check-in, and early networking
Welcome & Keynote: Navigating What’s Next in Government Tech
Yanbing Li, Chief Product Officer, Datadog & Russell “Haj” Ramos, Ginnie Mae
Fireside Chat: Do More with Less, Enabling Efficiency, Visibility, and Cultural Change
James Bench, CDO Capital Tech Group & Jed Hickman, Dir. SEC EDGAR Business Office
Break & Refreshments
Customer Spotlight: Trust at Every Layer, Securing and Governing Modern Government Systems
Vision Talk: What’s Next for Datadog for Government
Yrieix Garnier, Vice President, Product, Datadog
Customer Spotlight: What We Gained by Moving to Datadog — And Why It Matters for You
Panel Talk: From the Front Lines, How Observability Powers Mission Outcomes
Krish Seshadri, Senior Cloud Architect, NCI
Break & Refreshments
Closing Keynote: Hacker and the Fed — Security, Trust, and Transformation
Chris Tarbell & Hector Monsegur, Cyber Security Experts
Closing Remarks
Greg Reeder, Senior Director, Public Sector Marketing, Datadog
Networking Reception
Location
Hamilton Hotel, Washington, D.C.
1001 14th St NW,
Washington,
DC 20005
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Datadog GovSummit
FAQ
What is Datadog for Government?
Datadog for Government is a FedRAMP®-authorized observability and security platform that provides unified visibility across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Agencies and public sector partners use Datadog to accelerate modernization, strengthen their security posture, and reduce complexity across their IT infrastructure.
Plan your trip
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Who can I contact with questions about this event or registration?
Please reach out to the GovSummit event team at gov@datadoghq.com.
Can I earn CPEs at this event?
Yes. Attendees are eligible to receive Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for sessions attended during the event. A certificate of completion will be provided to all attendees who qualify. Please make sure to check in at the registration desk and attend the full duration of each session to qualify. For more information, https://carahevents.carahsoft.com/Event/Details/656320-cpe.
Eligibility and Admission
This event is open to public sector employees, contractors, and professionals in regulated industries and attendance is by registration approval only.
What is the dress code?
Business casual is recommended. Uniformed service members are welcome to attend in appropriate duty attire.
By attending this event I acknowledge that I may be exposed to information which the Exhibitor, Datadog, Inc., considers confidential and wishes to limit the disclosure of. I hereby agree to keep such information confidential and to not disclose such information to any third parties. I further represent that I am not employed by a competitor of the Exhibitor and am not attending this Event with the intent to access any such confidential information or gain a competitive advantage for my employer. I hereby give permission to the Exhibitor to use my image, likeness, appearance, voice, and any written or spoken testimonials given by me in connection with the marketing and promotion of this Event and/or any Datadog products or Events.
