The C Spire 2019 Bytes & Bites Technology Summit will feature Theresa Payton, the first female to serve as White House CIO, as the event’s main speaker along with panel discussions, technology vendor booths, food, refreshments and entertainment.  Payton served from 2006 to 2008 under former President George W. Bush.

Named by Security Magazine as one of the top 25 most influential people in security, Payton is one of America’s leading authorities on security and intelligence operations.  As White House CIO, she oversaw IT operations for Bush and his staff during a period of fast-paced technological change and escalating cyber threats.