This episode of MISAC Connect Audio marks the return of the podcast for Season 2 with a solo update on current MISAC happenings. Allen highlights the GovAI and City of Santa Clara Strategic Partner Case Study webinar, shares President Chris Skelly’s Spring 2026 message to the membership, previews the upcoming MISAC Tahoe Summit, and reminds members about the 2026 MISAC Annual Conference in Monterey, including the Call for Presentations deadline of May 31.

Allen also discusses the value of practical, real-world conversations within the MISAC community — especially around AI governance, cybersecurity, Zero Trust, local government technology leadership, and lessons learned from public-sector technology projects.

Chapters

00:00 Opening Remarks and Season 2 Return
02:51 GovAI and City of Santa Clara Case Study Webinar
04:45 Future Deep Dive with Raj Singh and Willow Stuart
06:00 President Chris Skelly’s Spring 2026 Message
12:10 MISAC Tahoe Summit Preview
14:52 Tahoe Summit Vendor Presentation Highlights
18:31 2026 MISAC Annual Conference in Monterey
19:00 Call for Presentations Due May 31
20:40 Closing Thoughts and Welcome Back to Tim

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This episode of MISAC Connect Audio, hosted by Allen Hammond, provides a post-conference wrap-up and a weekly digest of MISAC Matter Highlights. It includes shout-outs to the conference committee, recognition of award recipients, and discussions on upcoming educational opportunities and hot topics from the MISAC Connect Forum.

Chapters

00:00 Opening Remarks
01:39 Conference Highlights and Shout-Outs
05:00 Awards and Recognitions
10:48 Upcoming Educational Opportunities
17:00 Hot Topics from MISAC Connect Forum
19:30 MISAC Connect Forum Hot Topics:

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BONUS PRE-CONFERENCE EPISODE

In this conversation, Alex and Allen discuss the evolution and importance of Unified Communication as a Service (UCaaS) in the public sector. They explore the drivers for transitioning to UCaaS, the challenges faced by agencies with legacy systems, and the critical role of user adoption and change management in successful implementation. The discussion also highlights the significance of security and compliance, the need for a phased approach to migration, and the benefits of engaging knowledgeable partners like Packet Fusion to navigate the complexities of UCaaS transitions.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Its Purpose
05:49 Understanding UCaaS and Its Importance
12:04 Drivers for Transitioning to UCaaS
17:40 Challenges and Considerations in UCaaS Migration
23:44 Evaluating Vendors and Making Informed Decisions
29:35 Understanding User Workflows for Successful UCaaS Implementation
30:57 Common Pitfalls in UCaaS Migration
34:16 Change Management and User Adoption Strategies
37:11 Data Security and Compliance in UCaaS
40:29 Phased Approach to UCaaS Transition
42:50 Benefits of Full UCaaS Transition
49:19 Getting Started with UCaaS Transition
51:02 Final Thoughts and Partnering for Success
52:43 Overview of Packet Fusion's Services

Resources & Links:
📌 Learn more about MISAC Connect Audio – Member Only Link
📌 Connect with our guest:

• Packet Fusion - LinkedIn
• Alex Stanich – LinkedIn

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