Trust is fundamental for the functioning of public institutions. In today's digital age, the expectations for efficient and accessible public services are higher than ever. However, studies show that a mere 15% of e-government projects in developing economies (which refers to the use of technological communications devices to provide public services to citizens) are … [Read more...] about Empowering Governments to Innovate: Lessons from the GovTech Challenge Series in Trinidad and Tobago
Ieva Žilionienė

Ieva Žilionienė
is a digitalization policy and strategy expert, with broad experience in global ICT trends and deep knowledge of public sector digitalization and innovation initiatives, programmes and use cases. Additionally, Ieva is an active member of Lithuania’s GovTech community, among other things, as a supporter of GovTech Lab initiative, and previously – as owner of the institutional challenges. As the Consulting Business Lead of NRD Companies, Ieva coordinates consulting projects around the globe, with direct involvement in the implementation of projects related to government digitalization, including consultancies regarding development of GovTech policy and strategies. From 2012 till now, Ieva is a National Expert representing Lithuania at the World Summit Awards (WSA).