Overview

September 28

Generative AI is propelling a new vision around how State and local government agencies manage their operations and serve their constituents. It’s already beginning to transform the constituent experience, enhance operational efficiency, and empower the government workforce. That’s why it’s essential to understand how to responsibly navigate the nuances of governing and securely deploying this transformative technology now.

Join Government Technology and Microsoft on September 28, 2023, at 10 AM PT/1 PM ET for a live 30-minute webinar to better understand how to responsibly harness the power of Generative AI for State & local governments:

You’ll learn:

What is Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot and Azure OpenAI Service?
What are the most compelling Generative AI use cases and outcomes?
How to govern and securely deploy Generative AI in your environment, using your data?
How to get started now!

Speakers

Keith Bauer

National Data/AI Leader, U.S. State and Local Government, Microsoft

Keith Bauer is the National Data & AI Leader for Microsoft's U.S. State and Local Government business. With over two decades of experience in the technology sector, he has profound knowledge of how to harness the power of AI to transform government services that prepare us for 21st century governing to create a better society for all. He is a frequent speaker and AI ambassador for the safe and responsible use of AI for good. As a trusted AI expert and influencer, he strives to make a positive difference in the world through his innovative work and insights.

Vidhu Shekhar

Government Strategy Leader, Microsoft

Vidhu is a seasoned executive in technology and strategy with a focus on public sector digital transformation. Throughout his career, he has successfully worked for government agencies, consulting firms, and enterprise companies, delivering enterprise-wide value to customers. He also serves on a National Academy of Sciences, Engineering & Medicine (NASEM) funded Transportation Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) project panel and a public volunteer with the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Generative AI Public Working Group. He is currently a Government Strategy Leader in Microsoft’s Worldwide Public Sector Team focused on US State & Local Governments. He is also the author of the book – Generative Artificial Intelligence Use Cases in State & Local Government

William (Bill) Rials, Ph.D. — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

William (Bill) Rials, Ph.D., is a professor and associate director (department chair) of the Tulane University School of Professional Advancement IT and Cybersecurity Program. He focuses on continually delivering and updating the program curriculum based on innovative and emerging technologies. Before transitioning to academia and higher education, he had a diverse gov tech career delivering value to state agencies, local governments, and law enforcement agencies throughout the state of Mississippi.

Webinar

Government Reimagined: Harnessing the Power of Generative AI