Public-sector technology
Nevada CIO Summit 2024
As lead organizer, I facilitated the state’s first AI-focused government technology conference, connecting agency leaders, technology teams, and operational priorities.
Michael Hanna-Butros Meyering · public-sector technology leader · AI change management practitioner
Complex systems.
Human outcomes.
Michael Hanna-Butros Meyering is an AI change management practitioner. I connect public-sector privacy, responsible AI, technology policy, strategic communications, enterprise systems, and creative execution into operating models that move from idea to adoption. Explore the practical guide, 2026 signal report, or AI Change Desk.
- 10+
- Official public record · years across technology and policy
- 700+
- Self-reported · staff supported through onboarding
- 10K+
- Self-reported · users supported across 500+ applications
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Legislative intelligence
AI bill intelligence
Designed a live tracking framework to monitor, summarize, and notify leaders about legislation affecting IT, cybersecurity, open-source use, and AI.
Enterprise systems
Cloud migration
Oversaw migrations across ERP, TMS, WMS, VOIP, email, and cloud storage while supporting rapid organizational growth and clearer system ownership.
Governance operations
Policy lifecycle
Designed a digital-first policy system with version control, review workflows, executive sign-off, audit logging, and searchable metadata.
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Public leadership
Oregon Chief Privacy and Communications Officer
Appointed to lead enterprise privacy and strategic communications across Oregon Enterprise Information Services.
Open sourcePodcast spotlight
You’ve Been Heard (formerly Dissecting Popular IT Nerds)
Education, work experience, project buy-in, and the practical work of leading change.
Open sourcePress profile
Emerging Leaders
A profile of technology leadership, public service, and transformation work.
Open sourceEvent leadership
Nevada CIO Summit 2024
A convening moment for AI, governance, and public-sector operations.
Open sourcePublic technology
Nevada’s First-Ever NV Tech Day
Innovation and collaboration across government technology teams.
Open sourceResponsible AI
Nevada’s Responsible and Ethical AI Policy
How public policy creates practical boundaries for AI use.
Open sourceDigital equity
Digital Equity in Clark County
A look at the people and initiatives widening access to digital opportunity.
Open sourceMedia + operating intelligence
AI Change Desk
A practical show and research desk for leaders who need to understand what changed in AI, what it means operationally, and what to do next week.
- Role
- Operator, Builder, Communicator
- Outcome
- Context → impact → action
- Explore
Policy intelligence
Legislative intelligence
An interactive framework for monitoring, summarizing, and escalating technology-related legislation before the calendar forces a decision.
- Role
- Monitor, Translator, Escalation partner
- Outcome
- 50-state technology and AI policy coverage
- Explore
Creative product work
Keystone Luma
Professional projection mapping for iPad and iPhone Pro—combining spatial setup, precise creative control, and polished output in one field-ready workflow.
- Role
- Designer, Builder, Field operator
- Outcome
- 60fps · 12×12 mesh · 4K output
- Explore
Field-ready productProjection mapping for iPad and iPhone Pro.
The project remains intentionally text-led until authentic Keystone Luma imagery is available.
Operating infrastructure
Automation stack
The systems that make work less brittle: onboarding, intake, policy lifecycle, service clarity, and communication that can survive scale.
- Role
- Architect, Integrator, Operator
- Outcome
- 700+ staff supported through onboarding
- Explore
Applied analysis
FinancialHBM
A working lane for turning market data, signals, and AI-assisted analysis into a cleaner decision surface for personal research.
- Role
- Analyst, Builder, Researcher
- Outcome
- Analysis with judgment still attached
- Explore
Technology
Build better systems.
My technology work starts with listening, then moves into architecture, migration, training, and operational support. The goal is not shiny software. The goal is a system that helps people do the right work faster.
Policy
Turn strategy into governance.
Policy is where intent becomes operational. I focus on clear language, review rhythms, risk ownership, evidence, and leadership communication that teams can actually follow.
Communications
Make change legible.
Complex work only moves when people understand the why, the risk, and the next step. I translate technical and policy complexity into narratives that help teams align and act.
Understand the real workflow before forcing a tool into it.
Policies and automations matter when they become repeatable habits.
People adopt change faster when the problem and the next step are clear.
Practical tool index
Remove manual drag, clarify ownership, and make intake or onboarding intentional.
Build systems that can survive scale without brittle handoffs.
Turn movement in the data into a clear place to act.
Package complex work so it becomes easier to understand and share.
Turn operating concepts into useful interfaces quickly.
Career path · 10+ years · 7 featured roles
From retail-floor leadership to enterprise privacy and responsible AI.
Service → training → systems ownership → governance → public trust.
Public leadership · 2026—NOW
Chief Privacy and Communications Officer
State of Oregon · Enterprise Information ServicesSelected outcomes
- Lead Oregon’s enterprise privacy program and provide executive leadership for EIS strategic communications.
- Connect privacy to data governance, information security, project review, procurement, contracting, data sharing, public notices, and AI use-case review.
- Partner with agencies to turn privacy principles into practical, repeatable decisions that strengthen public trust.
Public leadership · 2023—2026
Chief Communication and Policy Officer
State of Nevada · Governor’s Technology OfficeSelected outcomes
- Developed statewide IT communication strategies and improved public and stakeholder engagement.
- Led policy coordination, media relations, legislative support, and interagency engagement for statewide technology initiatives.
- Chaired the State AI Working Group and moved responsible AI strategy into practical operations.
- Facilitated Nevada’s inaugural CIO Summit focused on AI technologies.
Systems + operations · 2020—2023
Information Systems and Technology Director
ZLINE Kitchen and BathSelected outcomes
- Established Training and Development plus Information Technology and Systems departments.
- Led WMS, ERP, TMS, VOIP, email, and cloud-storage migrations.
- Optimized EDI transactions, reduced downtime, improved operations, and supported international expansion.
- Built MDM and helpdesk onboarding procedures for 700+ employees.
Systems + operations · 2017—2021
Customer Support Analyst VI / Trainer
IGTSelected outcomes
- Provided technical support for 500+ applications to more than 10,000 users.
- Created training for new technology integrations to increase adoption.
- Developed team capability around root-cause thinking and better user outcomes.
- Coordinated across cultures and support teams, including integrations in Ireland and Australia, to resolve complete systems rather than isolated tickets.
Systems + operations · 2017—2020
Chief Financial Officer
Nu Alpha Kappa Fraternity Inc.Selected outcomes
- Held accountability for administrative, financial, and risk-management operations.
- Developed financial and operating strategy to support year-over-year growth.
- Communicated strategy-linked metrics and monitored controls for accurate reporting.
People + creative · 2014—2017
Creative Pro / Global Guest Trainer
AppleSelected outcomes
- Co-created the Creative Pro role description and supported the national rollout strategy.
- Served as a global trainer for store openings in San Francisco, New York, and Dubai.
- Built training, facilitation, and onboarding experiences, with an emphasis on accessibility and practical technology use.
- Created corporate email templates, keynote decks, and videos.
People + creative · 2013—2014
Visual / Store Manager
CoachSelected outcomes
- Strategized store layouts and re-merchandised styles according to performance.
- Focused on team development and specific, measurable goals for each associate.
- Drove competency across sales per hour, average dollar transaction, and conversion.
- Education
- B.S. Biochemistry · UCLA · B.S. Marketing · University of Nevada, Reno
- Creative practice
- Michill Designs · photography, film, scripting, and 2D/3D storytelling · established 2017
- Earlier foundations
- Cole Haan · Pelican Hill · Marmi · Nevada Discovery Museum
Photography + drones
Chasing better angles from the ground or sky.
3D printing
Bringing ideas to life, from miniatures to functional gear.
Video storytelling
Turning weekend moments into keepsakes with decent audio.
Programming experiments
Home automations and small tools that make everyday life smoother.
Bike riding
Solo resets, family cruises, and toddler-chasing workouts.
Family outings
Ballparks, road trips, kid-sized itineraries, and new places to explore.
Adventurous food
Trying almost anything once, especially with heat and flavor.
Being a dad
Family keeps me grounded, inspired, and occasionally sleep-deprived.