# Event Details - **Event Name**: CMS Cloud Fusion Summit - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 08:15 am – Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Cloud. Cost. Governance. — Fused as One.About this EventJoin CMS leaders, cloud service providers, technology partners, and business stakeholders for the inaugural CMS Cloud Fusion Summit, a collaborative event focused on advancing enterprise modernization through cloud innovation, governance, security, and operational excellence. Hear from CMS executives and industry experts as they share insights into the evolving Cloud Fusion Ecosystem, multi-cloud strategy, FinOps, modernization, and emerging technologies shaping the future of enterprise cloud services. Connect with CMS teams and technology partners through interactive discussions, solution showcases, and networking opportunities designed to simplify cloud operations and accelerate mission success.AGENDA:8:15 AM – 9:00 AM: Attendee Arrival and Registration9:00 AM – 9:05 AM: Event KickoffShelley McGuire - Owner/Events Curator, Shelley's Events | Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), OrangeSlices9:05 AM – 9:15 AM: Welcome and Opening RemarksRashida Waters - Senior Advisor, Infrastructure & User Services Group, CMS9:15 AM – 9:20 AM: Opening: Connecting Vision, Innovation, and PartnershipPatrick Newbold, CMS Chief Information Officer and Director of the Office of Information Technology9:20 AM – 9:50 AM: Keynote Fireside Chat with CMS Cloud Fusion Ecosystem’s Cloud Service ProvidersModerator: Patrick Newbold, CMS Chief Information Officer and Director of the Office of Information TechnologyOracle: Kim LynchMicrosoft Azure: Carmen KruegerAWS: David AppelGoogle: Jim KellyCACHE IaaS: Fred RowellGSA: Laura Stanton * invited9:50 AM – 10:15 AM: Shaping the Future of Multi-Cloud at CMSWade Zarriello - Director, Infrastructure & User Services Group10:15 AM – 10:30 AM: Scaling Success Through Partnership and AdoptionModerator: Tanisha Williams - Program Manager, CMS Cloud Support Service Contract, LeCor Technology Services LLCRob Hughes - Director, Division of Engineering and Integration, CMSDelores Carter-Johnson - Deputy Director, Division of Engineering and Integration, CMSKathryn (Kate) Wetherby - Acting Director, IT Capital Planning Group, CMS10:30 AM – 11:05 AM: Cloud Fusion Showcase: Capabilities Driving Enterprise OutcomesChris Vee - Principal Solutions Architect, Armavel LLC11:05 AM – 11:25 AM: Building Trust at Scale: Security, Governance, and Operational ExcellenceAmber Imes - Security Operations, Program Manager, Precise Software Solutions Inc.David Bobrosky - Security Operations Contractor Information Systems Security Officer, Precise Software Solutions Inc.11:25 AM – 11:30 AM: Driving Mission Value Through FinOps and Cloud EconomicsNichole Poist - Acting Deputy Director, Infrastructure & User Services Group, CMS11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Cost Optimization Fireside ChatModerators:Matt Eddy - Cloud FinOps Expert, GDITJerry Kuhn - Principal Solutions Architect, Armavel, LLCSpeakers:Nanda Kandala - IT Specialist, CMSRyan Kooy - Director, Division of Data Center Contracts, CMSEmily Mikles - Management and Program Analyst, CMS/CCIIO12:00 PM – 12:15 PM: Closing RemarksShelley McGuire - Owner/Events Curator, Shelley's Events | Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), OrangeSlices12:15 PM – 3:00 PM: Afternoon Interactive Sessions & Demonstrations - Networking & Lite LunchDISCLAIMER:Please carefully review your order before confirming your purchase. All sales are considered final. We do not offer refunds for cancellations.Please note that photographs and video footage will be taken during this event and may be used for marketing and promotional purposes on our website and/or in social media. By attending this event, you consent to the use of any images taken during this event. Thank you!Interested in sponsoring? Contact Amanda Schrauben at amanda@shelleysevents.com https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/ee0ba000-a680-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w533-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/baltimore/cms-cloud-fusion-summit/100001992121904242 - **Event Categories**: business, it, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours 45 minutes - Location: Martin's West - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 209.93, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Baltimore - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: Martin's West - **lat**: 39.3211517 - **long**: -76.7460327 - **full address**: Martin's West, 6817 Dogwood Road, Baltimore, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: CMS Cloud Fusion Summit - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/a323556a2902ee8d3cd05b3e80d281d9f8fd053c017ffb3422b27081bfec718a-rimg-w1200-h600-dc082838-gmir.jpg?v=1786040238 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is CMS Cloud Fusion Summit being held? - **A:** CMS Cloud Fusion Summit takes place on Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 08:15 am to Wed, 30 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Martin's West, 6817 Dogwood Road, Baltimore, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing CMS Cloud Fusion Summit? - **A:** CMS Cloud Fusion Summit is organized by Shelley McGuire. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** CMS Cloud Fusion Summit is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Baltimore, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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