Javier Abaitua

Javier Abaitua

Workforce Development Consultant
Javier Abaitua specializes in government leadership and organizational management within the public sector. He covers topics such as leadership development, strategic planning, staffing, and company culture. Javier’s audience consists of public sector leaders building capacity and driving positive change within their organizations and communities. He focuses on effective and responsive governance for the public good.
State Officials Challenge Federal Data Access Demands
Public Services & Infrastructure State Officials Challenge Federal Data Access Demands

In an era where data is often described as the new currency, a significant clash is unfolding between state officials and the federal government over access to sensitive administrative information held by state agencies, highlighting a delicate balance between privacy protections and federal

Cyber Leaders Stress Evolving Culture in Cybersecurity Defense
Science & Technology Cyber Leaders Stress Evolving Culture in Cybersecurity Defense

In an era where digital threats loom larger than ever, the public sector faces an unrelenting barrage of cyberattacks that exploit not just technological gaps but also human vulnerabilities, making it imperative to address these issues head-on. At the recent Billington Cybersecurity Summit in

ODNI Plans Cuts to Key Counterintelligence, Terror Centers
Policy & Legislation ODNI Plans Cuts to Key Counterintelligence, Terror Centers

Imagine a scenario where the United States, already grappling with sophisticated cyberespionage and persistent terrorism threats, suddenly finds its primary defense mechanisms under threat—not from foreign adversaries, but from internal restructuring. The Office of the Director of National

PILLAR Act Aims to Boost State and Local Cyber Defenses
Science & Technology PILLAR Act Aims to Boost State and Local Cyber Defenses

Today, we’re thrilled to sit down with Donald Gainsborough, a political savant and leader in policy and legislation, who heads Government Curated. With a deep understanding of cybersecurity challenges facing state and local governments, Donald offers invaluable insights into the urgent need to

US Lawmaker Calls for Federal Agency to Oversee Digital IDs
Policy & Legislation US Lawmaker Calls for Federal Agency to Oversee Digital IDs

Setting the Stage for Digital Identity Regulation Imagine a world where a single tap on a smartphone grants access to travel, financial services, and government systems, yet a hidden flaw in that same device could expose millions to identity theft in an instant. This is the high-stakes reality of

Will the US Fed Cut Rates Amid Inflation and Job Woes?
Economic & Fiscal Will the US Fed Cut Rates Amid Inflation and Job Woes?

I'm thrilled to sit down with Donald Gainsborough, a political savant and leader in policy and legislation, who heads Government Curated. With his deep expertise in economic policy and governmental decision-making, Donald offers unparalleled insights into the complex dynamics shaping the U.S.

Why Is Accessible Identity Verification Crucial Now?
Public Services & Infrastructure Why Is Accessible Identity Verification Crucial Now?

What happens when a single missed step in a digital form blocks someone from accessing life-sustaining benefits like food or healthcare? In today’s complex public benefits landscape, millions of Americans face this harsh reality as they navigate systems meant to support them, while policy shifts

Why Aren't Local Officials Using Emergency Alert Tools?
Public Services & Infrastructure Why Aren't Local Officials Using Emergency Alert Tools?

Imagine a small town in the path of a raging wildfire, with flames advancing rapidly as residents sleep, unaware of the looming danger, and in such a critical moment, a timely alert through a system like the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) could mean the difference between life

SSA Overhauls Leadership with Private-Sector Executives
Government SSA Overhauls Leadership with Private-Sector Executives

Imagine a federal agency, responsible for the financial security of millions of Americans, suddenly pivoting to a leadership model borrowed straight from corporate boardrooms. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has embarked on just such a transformation, bringing in a wave of private-sector

How Does Urban Institute Data Aid Disaster Preparedness?
Public Services & Infrastructure How Does Urban Institute Data Aid Disaster Preparedness?

In an era where natural disasters are becoming increasingly frequent and severe due to shifting climate patterns, the ability to anticipate and mitigate their impact is more critical than ever for communities across the United States. States and local governments often find themselves grappling

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