Chat with Chet
Empowering Web Strategies with AI and Open Source
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About the Webinar
This episode of Chat with Chet explores how content management systems and open source technology are transforming federal government websites. Chet Hayes, CTO of Vertosoft, and Brian Alvey, CTO of WordPress VIP, discuss the importance of defining website goals. You’ll gain insights from experts and leaders as they navigate the future of digital governance, covering the unique challenges and opportunities government agencies face in their digital transformation. The discussion also touches on compliance and security in government digital services, emphasizing the importance of accessibility in digital platforms.
Meet the Speakers
Chet Hayes
Vertosoft, Chief Technology Officer
For over a quarter of a century, Chet Hayes has been at the forefront of technological innovation, crafting solutions to some of the government’s most daunting challenges. Now, as the Chief Technology Officer at Vertosoft, he’s driving a new era of digital transformation across government agencies through the adoption of emerging technologies.
Before Vertosoft, Chet showcased his prowess at GDIT, a position that saw him merging traditional strategy with cutting-edge digital insights. His leadership at SAIC further solidified his reputation as a tech visionary in technical leadership capacities.
But his journey didn’t start there. Chet’s impressive portfolio also includes strategic roles with industry giants like MarkLogic Corporation, BEA Systems, and Sun Microsystems. Each chapter of his career has been a testament to his ability to not only foresee the technological curve but to apply it in support of the most demanding government missions.
Brian Alvey
WordPress VIP, Chief Technology Officer
Brian Alvey is a leader in online publishing and has built software used by hundreds of global media and retail brands including Engadget, TMZ, Gucci, AOL, BusinessWeek, Netscape, Mashable, Huffington Post, Michael Kors, Capgemini, Dow Jones, Red Bull, Uniqlo, The Ellen DeGeneres Show and Best Buy.
Brian is currently the Chief Technology Officer of WordPress VIP, a CMS and analytics platform that provides enterprise-grade scalability and security for the world’s biggest and most important websites.
Vertosoft
Established in 2016, Vertosoft has been accelerating the adoption of technology in government with its clear focus on reducing complexity and providing scalable, innovative technology solutions that enable government agencies to deliver smarter, client-centric digital transformations, that are cost-effective and user friendly. Vertosoft’s substantial knowledge of the government acquisition lifecycle gives them a unique advantage of driving awareness and discovering distinct access for our suppliers in its desirable market.