Chicago Chief Information Officer Brenna Berman highlights civic tech initiatives in Chicago that are playing a major role in influencing a smart state. These include the attraction and retention of talent and businesses, the City of Chicago Tech Plan, Chicago's new Open Grid geospatial data platform, and City Digital program at UI LABS. The event is moderated by Microsoft's Adam Hecktman, director of technology and civic innovation.

Learn more about Chicago's efforts at www.govtech.com.