Public Knowledge® (PK) will attend the State Healthcare IT Connect Summit, a national forum for leaders working at the intersection of health, Medicaid, and technology.
As states move from strategy to execution, the conversation has shifted. Agencies are working to modernize in ways that respect budget constraints, manage a complex vendor landscape, and strengthen access for rural and underserved communities. Doing that well requires deliberate planning, strong market understanding, and consistent decision criteria.
Connect with Public Knowledge® at Booth #22
Our team works alongside state and local agencies to support:
- Rural health transformation planning and implementation
- Procurement strategy and execution
- Health and Medicaid market research
- Alternatives analysis to guide high-stakes decisions
We help agencies clarify options and evaluate tradeoffs so they can make informed decisions. Stop by our booth to talk with our team about how we support complex health IT initiatives from early analysis through delivery.
Visit the PK booth to connect with our team and enter to win Apple AirPods Pro (3rd generation) and a New Orleans–inspired gift basket.
Colin Watkins, MBA, PMP
- 20+ years supporting state health and Medicaid IT initiatives, with deep experience in quality assurance, risk management, and system oversight
- Expertise in compliance, MITA alignment, and independent oversight to support informed decisions and responsible use of public funds
Kassie Gram, PMP
- 30+ years leading complex health and Medicaid procurements, including solicitation development, proposal evaluation, and cross-agency coordination
- Expertise in procurement strategy, IV&V, and organizational change, helping states align IT investments with program and policy goals
Margaret Ackerman, MBA, PMP
- 9+ years leading child advocacy, domestic violence prevention, and rural community initiatives across multi-state systems
- Proven experience managing statewide training, grant administration, and policy efforts with a focus on coordination, accountability, and service delivery
Clear Decisions Before You Procure
High‑impact health IT efforts can lose direction quickly when teams lack a shared understanding of their options. PK brings that picture into focus, giving agencies the insight they need to choose a path that fits their goals and holds up under scrutiny. By helping teams explore different approaches, surface tradeoffs, and document decisions clearly, we strengthen decision‑making and reduce risk before agencies invest in modernizing health, Medicaid, and health and human services systems.