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From left: Michael Watson, Virginia’s chief information officer; Tony Sauerhoff, Texas’ CIO; and Rex Menold, Michigan’s chief security officer, pose for a photo at the National Association of State Chief Information Officers’ midyear conference in Philadelphia on April 27, 2026. (Colin Wood / Scoop News Group)

State cyber leaders name salesmanship, listening as keys to success

Technical chops don't hurt, but understanding what state government's decision makers care about seems to matter more.
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Gretchen Whitmer
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, answers questions after speaking on the theme “Build, America, Build!” on April 9, 2025 in Washington, D.C. (Win McNamee / Getty Images)

Michigan CIO quietly resigns, governor names acting replacement

Michigan Chief Information Officer Laura Clark has quietly resigned after nearly 20 years with the state government.
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