Brian Epley
Golden Gov: Federal Executive of the Year
Brian Epley leads the Department of Commerce’s IT enterprise as its chief information officer, overseeing a multi-billion-dollar technology portfolio supporting economic development, trade, and scientific research. Since taking the role in June 2024, he has advanced modernization across cybersecurity, data management, and mission systems. Epley prioritizes aligning IT investments with departmental goals, ensuring technology strengthens both internal operations and services to businesses and the public. His leadership emphasizes innovation, operational efficiency, and secure digital infrastructure as core enablers of Commerce’s mission.
