AI in Government | Fact vs Fiction: Getting your Community to Move Past Fear and Embrace AI

Featured Guest: Dan Hoffman, City Manager, City of Winchester, VA

All too often public opinion regarding science and technology is informed by fictional TV shows and not by reality. Combine this with a historically low trust in government compared to past generations and the ability of public administrators to implement new technologies appears hindered. Although AI, machine learning and other data-fueled tools promise to help make government more effective and efficient, engaging with the community on these investments is more complicated than ever.

This talk will explore how technology evangelists, in the public and private sector, can better engage with stakeholders and the community. Using the lessons learned from the past decade of “smart city” initiatives, we will sketch out a roadmap to making AI more understandable and approachable to policymakers.

About AI in Government:

AI in Government is where those working in and with the government get together to network, discuss, and interact on topics relating to AI, machine learning, and cognitive technologies. Join us at this monthly event for high-quality content with compelling & informative speakers and opportunities to network and connect with fellow like-minded individuals. ​

Agenda:

11:30-12:30pm: Featured Presentation

12:30-13:00pm: Your Q&A and interaction

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