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Big Shoulders: Daniel Goff, Former State of Illinois DCEO

Feb 16, 2015 | Adam J. Hecktman

Just about everyone I have met in the civic tech space has considered public service at one point or another. And that makes sense: civic tech is partially about government and citizens working as partners to take on challenges. In this episode of Big Shoulders, I talk to Daniel Goff who has just completed service in the State of Illinois’ Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. He speaks to the experience and how technology is viewed from inside the state government. I hope you enjoy his interesting perspective as much as I did.

Adam J. Hecktman

You may recognize Adam. He’s a regular on TV, you can hear him on the radio, he’s penned numerous articles and is the co-founder of the Chicago City Data Users Group. But some of Adam’s most important work is done behind the scenes in his role as Microsoft’s Director of Technology and Civic Engagement for Chicago. Tech giants, universities and government leaders turn to Adam for guidance on all matters technology, and he happily obliges, helping Chicago overcome challenges and capitalizing on new, exciting opportunities.