We were thrilled to have an incredible lineup of speakers for our recent webinar, "GovTech Vision 2025: Innovating the Future of Public Sector Technology."

Alan Shark, Executive Director at the Public Technology Institute, Mark Wheeler, Principal at Alogra LLC, and Ron Holifield, Co-founder of Civic Marketplace, shared invaluable insights on the evolving landscape of AI in local government.

❇️ Key Takeaway: One of the key takeaways was that AI adoption in local government is still in its early stages, with many organizations hesitant due to concerns about risks and policies. 

❇️ Aha Moment: A major "aha moment" came from the realization that strong data governance and privacy policies can often eliminate the need for separate AI regulations. Dr. Alan Shark astutely noted, "We need every local government to experiment with AI tools in a safe environment."

❇️ Most Impactful Quote: The most impactful quote from the event came from Ron Holifield, who highlighted a pressing challenge: "Where it hurts right now in local government are three things: talent shortage, generational shifts, and political dysfunction." His words underscored the necessity of addressing these issues through innovative technologies like AI.