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Technology Executive Summit | Oklahoma City, OK

Thursday, October 29, 2026
Oklahoma City, OK
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Bob’s Steak & Chop House - Omni Hotel
100 W Oklahoma City Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK, United States, 73109
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Cloud / DevOps & Infrastructure | Oklahoma City

From Infrastructure to Impact: Building Cloud and DevOps Strategies That Enable Resilience, Trust, and AI Readiness
Thursday, October 29th | 6:00 PM CT
 

Every technology leader wants to move faster. Few have built the infrastructure to move faster safely — and that gap is what separates organizations ready for AI from those still catching up.

Jalen Byford, Chief Information Officer at Humana Healthy Horizons, brings his cloud, infrastructure, and DevOps expertise to the table with "From Infrastructure to Impact: Building Cloud and DevOps Strategies That Enable Resilience, Trust, and AI Readiness."

In this session, executives will discover:

  • How cloud and infrastructure modernization support mission-critical operations, not just cost savings
  • Why DevOps should be tied to business outcomes, not just speed and efficiency
  • How to build resilient, scalable systems with security and governance at the foundation, not bolted on after the fact
  • What it actually takes to prepare an organization for responsible AI adoption through stronger infrastructure and data practices
  • How technology leaders balance innovation, compliance, and operational reliability without sacrificing one for another

As the #1 short-format tech event for executives, TechTalk Summits brings you an intimate evening of substantive dialogue, high-value networking, and premium dining with peers navigating the same infrastructure decisions.

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Speakers
Mike Healy, Host Founder & Managing Director Mike Healy is a veteran technology-events executive with deep roots in the industry. He began his career at Giga Information Group, later joining IDC, where he served as Show Director for the launch of LinuxWorld, one of the most influential global open-source conferences. He went on to break new ground at EarthWeb, launching The Bazaar, the first large-scale open-source software conference. Today, as Founder & Managing Director of TechTalk Summits, Mike continues to design and deliver high-impact technology events that connect IT leaders with the solutions shaping the future.
Jalen Byford Chief Information Officer for Humana Healthy Horizons 15 years of experience driving IT strategy, digital transformation, operational excellence, and innovation across healthcare, government, and enterprise environments. In Oklahoma, he leads technology strategy and delivery in support of healthcare access, member outcomes, and organizational performance. In addition to his executive leadership role, Jalen serves as President of Techlahoma, one of Oklahoma’s leading technology community organizations, where he helps foster connection, learning, and growth across the state’s technology ecosystem.
Agenda
6:00 pm - 6:25 pm
Cocktail Reception

Networking, Hors D'oeuvres & Open Bar

6:25 pm - 6:30 pm
Opening Remarks from TechTalk Host; Salads and Appetizers Served
6:30 pm - 6:45 pm
Keynote Session and Q&A
Featured Speakers
Jalen Byford Chief Information Officer for Humana Healthy Horizons
6:45 pm - 6:55 pm
Stefanini Group

Stefanini Group is a global technology consultancy company, offering a broad portfolio of technological solutions with a presence in 41 countries and support in 44 languages. Driven by a shared entrepreneurial spirit, the company helps clients transform their businesses through digital innovation, working agilely and co-creating solutions for a better future.

7:35 pm - 9:00 pm
Dinner, Networking & wrap up with dessert and raffles
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