Technical Advisory Group
In support of the Initiative, a UI Modernization Advisory Group (TAG) has been established. The TAG will:
- Provide strategic input on the direction, execution and evolution of the Initiative and its governance
- Make recommendations regarding stakeholder engagement, outreach and education
- Build legitimacy, confidence and traction around the initiative
TAG Membership
State Members
Lisa Kissler, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, Washington Employment Security Department
Joe Barela, Executive Director, Colorado Department of Labor
Gillian Gutierrez, Senior Advisor, New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development
Jolynn Badame, Assistant Director of Program Services, Utah Department of Workforce Services
Lindsi Leahy, Director of Unemployment Insurance, Oregon Employment Department
Eric Holen, Director of Unemployment Insurance, Texas Workforce Commission
Chris Henderson, Chief Information Officer, Indiana Department of Workforce Development
Anthony Vaughan, Deputy Director, Missouri Division of Employment Security
Mark Davis, Chief Innovation Officer, Oklahoma Employment Security Commission
Raju Gadiraju, Chief Information Officer, North Carolina Department of Commerce
Non-Governmental At-Large
Amy Simon, Simon Advisory
Mason Bishop, WorkedED Consulting
Michele Evermore, The Century Foundation
Upcoming Meetings
Save the Date!
The Technical Advisory Group will meet in Washington DC July 23 and 24, 2024. More details coming soon!
