What I Wish I Knew Before Working in State Government

Monday, December 8, 2025
4pm PT / 7pm ET

Speakers:

• Randi Michel -- Senior Advisor for Technology, Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom

• Colin Murphy -- Deputy Chief of Staff & Chief Performance Officer for the Maryland Department of Human Services

• Andrew Self -- Manager: K12, Economic Development, and Revenue, Colorado Governor's Office of State Planning & Budgeting

• Brian Widuch -- Senior Advisor for Economic Mobility at the Maryland Department of Human Services

Have you considered a career in state government? Are you wondering how to break in or what a day in the life is like? Then you'll want to join us at 7pm EST on Monday, December 8th when an all-star panel of state government officials sit down with PMAA to share their unique journey, insights on pivoting from federal to state roles, and practical tips for aspiring leaders.