#DownloadOnTech | Innovation, Infrastructure & Influence: Unpacking America's Role in the Global Tech Race at The Intersect 2026

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, ITI hosted its annual premier tech policy summit, The Intersect, where tech CEOs, top policymakers, and industry visionaries explored how America will chart the future of global innovation. Catch up on the full program and hear from leaders in industry, Congress, and the Trump Administration on where tech is headed next. 

In this episode of Download on Tech, ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman sits down with Nic Jefferson, Vice President of Government Affairs at Dell Technologies to discuss what's ahead for AI as we approach 2026. This insightful conversation explores Nic's recently released blog "Power, Policy & AI: The Rules of the Race in 2026" and what policymakers and governments around the world should consider as AI rapidly advances. 

In this episode of Download on Tech, ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman sits down with Colleen Cassity, Vice President of Social Impact at Oracle and Executive Director of the Oracle Education Foundation. Learn how Oracle is transforming tech education through innovative partnerships like Design Tech High School, fostering hands-on learning experiences, and creating pathways to tech careers. Colleen shares insights from Oracle's impressive FY24 Environmental and Social Impact Report, including their 126,700+ employee volunteer hours, and discusses how Oracle's healthcare initiatives fit into their broader social impact strategy. This episode provides deeper insight into how one of tech's leading companies is building the workforce of tomorrow while making a meaningful difference in communities worldwide.  

Join ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman as he explores the intersection of sustainability and technology with Monica Batchelder, Chief Sustainability Officer at Hewlett Packard Enterprise. In this thought-provoking conversation, Monica reveals how HPE is leveraging technological innovation to optimize resource use, reduce carbon footprints, and promote energy efficiency across their operations. She shares her expert perspective on the next frontier of extreme weather action for the tech industry, exciting innovations addressing climate challenges, and HPE's focus on using technology to advance healthcare, community resilience, and human rights. Gain valuable insights on how tech companies can integrate sustainability into their core operations while driving meaningful social impact. 

In this special episode of The Download on Tech, ITI hosts a collection of exclusive conversations with leading policymakers and industry executives on the defining challenges and opportunities facing the global tech sector. Recorded live at The Intersect 2025—Washington, D.C.'s premier tech policy summit—this episode explores the intersection of AI, cybersecurity, and U.S. competitiveness, offering a front-row seat to the dialogue shaping tomorrow's innovation landscape. Featured voices include: U.S. Senator Dave McCormick, Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, Congressman Brett Guthrie, Chairman of the House Energy & Commerce Committee, Congressman Jay Obernolte, Morgan Adamski, Executive Director at U.S. Cyber Command, Nathan Simington, Commissioner of the FCC, and many more. Listen now for expert insights on building smart, secure, and forward-looking tech policy. Catch the full episode.

Europe faces a unique challenge: maintaining an open economy in an increasingly complex and hostile geopolitical landscape, while ensuring the technology industry remains a key resource for its competitiveness and resilience. On this episode of Download on Tech, join ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman for a discussion with EU policymakers and industry leaders exploring the critical role of the global technology industry in support of the EU's economic security, innovation, and competitiveness goals.  

In this episode of the #DownloadonTech podcast, ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman sits down with Siemens Senior Vice President and Head of Government Affairs Brie Sachse to discuss the first months of the new Trump administration and the evolving U.S. policy landscape. Tune in as Jason and Brie dive into the key issues facing the tech industry, including the future of AI, cybersecurity, and trade, Siemens' tech policy priorities, and the critical importance of strong public-private partnerships in fostering innovation and ensuring U.S. global competitiveness.  

On the latest episode of ITI's Download on Tech podcast, ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman sits down with Trevor Rudolph, Vice President for Global Digital Policy and Regulation at Schneider Electric, to discuss practical strategies for securing critical infrastructure and the role of transparency in cybersecurity. In this episode they explore Schneider Electric's Secure-by-Operations approach, the critical role of transparency, and how regulatory trends are shaping the future of cybersecurity. Don't miss Trevor's insights on fostering collaboration across sectors and what's next for advancing cybersecurity in 2025.  

In this episode of Download on Tech, ITI President and CEO Jason Oxman sits down with Dr. Vivek Mohindra, Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy at Dell Technologies, to discuss AI's pivotal role and how the technology will benefit society in the years to come. The two explore the need for global collaboration to avoid regulatory fragmentation, principles that should guide effective AI policymaking, and the investments in infrastructure and talent necessary to drive AI adoption worldwide. Vivek also shares Dell's efforts to leverage AI for societal good and offers insights on how global policymakers can support innovation while fostering a balanced regulatory environment.

In this episode of Download on Tech, ITI President and CEO and host Jason Oxman welcomes Stacie de Armas, Senior Vice President of Diverse Consumer Insights and Initiatives at Nielsen. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Stacie shares her insights on the critical intersection of data, diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech industry. She discusses key findings from Nielsen's 2024 Playbook on Hispanic audience engagement, highlights the importance of amplifying diverse voices in media and technology, and addresses the ongoing challenges faced by Latino professionals in the tech sector. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that underscores how diverse perspectives can drive innovation and foster a more inclusive tech sector.