Modernizing the Delivery of Public Benefits for a Digital Era: A Conversation with Ajit Girn, CIO, California Employment Development Department

Guest:
Broadcast Date:
Monday, June 15, 2026
What does it take to modernize a public benefits system that millions of people rely? How do government leaders improve customer experience, strengthen trust, protect sensitive data, and replace legacy systems? And how can technology help a large public agency become more responsive, more resilient, and more human-centered? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with my special guest Ajit Girn, Chief Information Officer of the California Employment Development Department next week on The Business of Government Hour.
Radio Hour
Share
Podcast
TV Hour
The Business of
Government Hour
Audio icon
Stay connected with the IBM Center
Download or Email
Listen to the
Business of Government Hour
Anytime, Anywhere
Video not available

About the show

The Business of Government Hour is a weekly conversation with government executives and thought leaders who are changing the way government does business. Host Michael J. Keegan speaks to guests about leadership, public management, innovation, and their vision of government in the 21st century. Interviews are informative, insightful, and in-depth conversations on topics & trends at the intersection of government, technology, and leadership.