Welcome to Avero GovTech Insights, your go-to podcast for the latest trends, insights, and innovations in government technology. Each episode brings you expert analysis and discussions on a wide range of topics, from data analytics to digital transformation and public sector ERP systems. Join us as we explore the technologies shaping the future of public services and discover how you can leverage them to drive efficiency, transparency, and better outcomes for your community.
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In this podcast series Michael Lake, President and CEO of Leading Cities, speaks with a variety of thought leaders from visionary companies providing actionable solutions to major issues plaguing cities today. These issues range from air pollution to cyber-attacks to infectious disease and more. Michael dives into the inspiration behind each company and how they see themselves evolving in the coming years. This series will equip you with a plethora of valuable knowledge, and if nothing else, ...
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Petra Söderling, the author of 'Governments and Innovation - the Economic Developer's Guide to Our Future', discusses the role governments play in creating new innovations, and innovation based industries. Intended audience: Economic Development and Foreign Direct Investment Professionals, Policy Makers, Civil Servants, CEOs, CFOs, R&D folks and tech enthusiasts. To subscribe to more free content go to https://petrasoderling.com/ Nothing in the show should be taken as investment advise.
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Rebuilding Government is a podcast about the people, technology, and missions redefining government. From local officials to government technology founders, we're diving into how people are reinvigorating our public institutions. In collaboration with UNIT Innovations. rebuildinggovernment.substack.com
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A show that takes the two dullest subjects in the world, government and technology, and makes them irresistibly relevant and undeniably fascinating. (Trust us!) From blockchain and civic-tech startups in smart cities to public policy in a world of autonomous vehicles and always-on AI, GOVTECH 360 covers the collision of tech and the future of states and localities. From the award-winning editors at Government Technology.
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This is a show for anyone who cares about using digital approaches in the public sector to deliver better outcomes. We explore stories from around the world, where public servants have been successful at driving change. We meet the people behind the stories, to hear their first-hand experiences and lessons learned. Throughout the series we discuss technology and trends, as well as the cultural aspects of making change happen.
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GX Podcast is a one-of-its-kind podcast on government experience thought leadership. In our inaugural series, the technology futurist Ian Khan talks to government services leaders, govtech innovators, and decision-makers at startups, emerging tech companies, thinktanks, and universities, and engages them in conversations around the need for governments to change their approach in the current times, and how governments can engage better with citizens and deliver superior service experiences. ...
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Global Investing | Technology Sean Bill is the host of MacroCrunch, a podcast covering global investing and technology. Sean currently serves as the Chief Investment Officer of the VTA where he is responsible for the oversight and management of a multi-billion dollar investment portfolio. Sean is also an active Angel Investor with a strong focus on the AI/ML, FinTech and GovTech sectors. He is a graduate of Indiana University, Bloomington and the Stanford Graduate School of Business.
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The CyberGov Podcast is dedicated to providing government contractors with the latest cybersecurity best practices, industry news, and actionable insights. Our mission is to help businesses safeguard their operations, stay informed about emerging threats, and effectively navigate the complexities of providing services to the government. Through expert interviews, in-depth analysis, and practical advice, we aim to build a more secure and resilient government contracting community.”
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The Business of Government Hour, hosted by Michael J. Keegan, features a conversation with government executives and thought leaders who are changing the way government does business. The show explores topics such as leadership, management, technology, innovation, public service, as well as the mission of government in the 21st century.
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State and local governments provide vital services to their citizens and keep them safe. They are also one of the largest employers in the country. They employ about 14 million people in the US, not including public schools and hospitals. However, they’re also wrought with antiquated systems, broken processes, paperwork overwhelm, lack of transparency, and underutilization of intelligent technologies. If you are a municipal leader, everyday citizen, or work for a state or local government ac ...
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Welcome to the Civic Thinker Podcast, where we help entrepreneurs get their products and services into government. The deck is stacked against startups and small companies, but we will share insights from successful B2G innovators and experts on how to succeed. New solutions are needed to move our communities forward and provide better lives for citizens. Let's work together to create positive change, one podcast at a time.
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Flight Plan for ERP: What Aviation Teaches Us About Go-Live Success
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13:42What do ERP implementations and aviation have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of GovTech Insights, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar is joined by ERP consultant (and licensed pilot) Isaac West to unpack how lessons from the cockpit apply directly to public sector digital transformation. From pre-flight planning to checklist discipline…
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Exploring the Evolving Ecosystems of CivTech and GovTech: Conversations with Amanda Renteria, CEO, Code for American and Niles Friedman, Board Chair, CivStart.
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GovTech Unfiltered: Live Q&A with Abhijit Verekar
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48:56In this candid live session, Avero Advisors CEO Abhijit Verekar pulls back the curtain on the realities of public sector transformation. From vaporware promises in ERP demos to project red flags leadership often misses, this Q&A tackles the real questions local government leaders are asking—but don’t always get straight answers to. AV breaks down v…
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Do You Even Framework? Cyber Lessons from Hanabyte CTO Eric Evans
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34:09In this episode of the CyberGov Podcast, we sit down with Eric Evans, CTO of Hanabyte, a forward-thinking cybersecurity consultancy at the crossroads of GRC, DevSecOps, and AI innovation. Eric breaks down: 📦 Why frameworks are non-negotiable for modern cyber teams 🧠 How AI/ML is transforming security engineering and accessibility 🛠️ Real talk on au…
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Transforming Local Governments Using Emerging Technology: A Conversation with Denise Linn Riedl, Chief Innovation Officer, City of South Bend, Indiana with Chip Kennedy and Tom Spengler.
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How Buildings Can Breathe, Drink, and Power Themselves
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20:37Have you ever looked at a city skyline and wondered—what if our buildings could do more than just stand tall? What if they could actively fight climate change? Every year, our cities emit millions of tons of carbon, contributing to a crisis so urgent that by 2050 we’ll need to remove over six billion tons of CO₂ annually just to stay on track with …
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Public Good, Private Code: AI Ethics in Local Government
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55:16AI in government isn’t just about automation—it’s about ethics, accountability, and public trust. In this episode of Untangled, we sit down with Tom Gilbert, CEO of Hortise.AI and one of the world’s first PhDs in AI Ethics, to explore the very real consequences of putting artificial intelligence to work in the public sector. From invisible bias in …
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Transforming Supply Chains for a Greener Future
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19:38Have you ever tried to make the right choice—only to find out later you didn’t have the full picture? Whether it’s picking a healthy meal or choosing the “eco-friendly” product off the shelf, too often we rely on labels that tell only part of the story. Now imagine being a company trying to choose suppliers—where one misstep could mean reputational…
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ERP Implementation: Negotiating Contracts & Avoiding Project Failures
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12:48Too many government tech projects go sideways because agencies forget one essential truth: you’re allowed to push back. In this episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) gets real about what it takes to lead a successful ERP or digital transformation—before, during, and after vendor selection. He tackles: Why it’s not “fighting” to ask tough question…
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Beyond the Bid: What the UK’s £144M ERP Deal Teaches Us About Transformation
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22:04When the UK government awarded a £144 million contract to Workday and Cognizant, it wasn’t just about technology—it was a masterclass in scale, procurement efficiency, and what it takes to modernize across multiple agencies. In this episode of Untangled, Avero Advisors CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) breaks down one of the largest ERP initiatives in UK pu…
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Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI - A Conversation with Faisal Hoque, Author, Transcend
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59:00What does it mean to be human in the age of AI? How can we properly prepare ourselves for the unprecedented changes that lie ahead? What are the OPEN and CARE frameworks, and how can they be applied to navigate the opportunities and dangers of AI? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Faisal Hoque, author of Trans…
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ERP Implementation: CFO, HR Roles and Avoiding Project Pitfalls
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14:39ERP projects in government are rarely just about systems—they’re about people. In this episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar breaks down the unseen challenges that derail transformations, from vague reporting goals to unclear ownership and internal overload. You’ll hear real talk on: Why vague RFPs lead to failed reporting When to build an internal ER…
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Flight Plan for ERP: Lessons in Leadership, Checklists, and Control
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48:04What do ERP transformations and flying a plane have in common? More than you'd think. In this unique episode of Untangled, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) is joined by Associate Consultant and pilot-in-training Isaac to explore the surprising parallels between aviation and public sector ERP implementation. From pre-flight prep to landing protocols, …
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Developing Effective Human and AI Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. Shanda Gore, author of The PinLeader Path
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59:00What is the The PinLeader Path? How insights from The PinLeader Path help leaders communicate their vision and build trust across these groups? What strategies can government agencies use to identify and nurture future leaders. Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Dr. Shanda Gore author The PinLeader Path: Identi…
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Vendor Relationships: Building Trust and Long-Term Value
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12:43🎙️ Featuring: Robert Kornovich & Megan Seaton | Avero Advisors Too often, government agencies are handed a polished pitch—but what they need is a real partner. In this candid conversation, Avero VP of Client Success Robert Kornovich reflects on his journey from local government to consultant, shares the importance of human connection in vendor rela…
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The Truth About Government Contracting Nobody Talks About – w/ Aubrey Gainfort
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29:29What happens when two passionate voices in government contracting join forces? 🚀 In this episode of the CyberGov Podcast, we sit down with Aubrey Gainfort, co-host of the Breaking the Standard podcast to talk about shaking up the status quo in GovCon. From empowering small businesses to breaking down communication barriers in the federal space, Aub…
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Leveraging IT and Technology in State Governments
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59:00A Conversation with Mark Raymond, chief information officer of the State of Connecticut. What is the IT strategy for the State of Connecticut? How is the State of Connecticut securing its IT systems and infrastructure? What emerging technologies or trends will impact Connecticut’s IT landscape over the coming years? Join host Michael J. Keegan for …
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Digital Transformation_ People, Culture, and ERP Success
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13:53🎙️ Featuring: Billie Norton, Senior Project Manager at Avero Advisors When we talk about transformation in government, too often the conversation starts with technology. But in reality? These are people projects. In this episode, Billie Norton joins Megan Seaton to unpack the emotional side of modernization—from fear of change to the power of valid…
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Sparks of Genius: Creativity, Polymaths, and the Human Edge
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43:13What does it mean to be truly creative in an age of AI? Inspired by the Robert and Michele Root-Bernstein's book 'Sparks of Genius - the 13 thinking tools of the world's most creative people', this episode explores the artistry of interdisciplinary thinking with Jesús Sánchez Herrero. From abstraction and modeling to analogizing and empathizing, we…
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How to Overcome Resistance to Change in Government Digital Transformation
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14:57🎙️ Featuring: Billy & Megan from Avero Advisors Resistance to change isn’t a surprise—it’s a given. But if you’re leading a digital transformation in your agency and wondering why teams are hesitant, quiet, or checked out… this episode is for you. In this candid conversation, we unpack the real reasons change gets derailed and how government leader…
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Exploring the Use of IT and Technology in State Governments:
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59:00A Conversation with Tarek Tomes, Chief Information Officer, State of Minnesota. What is the IT strategy for the State of Minnesota? How is the state leveraging emerging technologies? What major IT Initiatives being pursued? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Tarek Tomes Chief Information Officer for the State of M…
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Retaining Trust & Fueling Growth – The New Era of Government Client Success
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26:42What does real partnership look like in government modernization? In this episode of Untangled, Avero’s VP of Client Success, Robert Kornovich, joins Megan Seaton to unpack what it takes to build lasting, trust-based relationships between public agencies and their vendors. From defining success beyond buzzwords like “ERP,” to navigating the politic…
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Leading through Uncertain Times: A Conversation on Leadership, Resiliency, & Mindset.
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59:00What are the key qualities of an effective leader? What does it mean to lead in uncertain times? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with thought leaders Jacqueline Carter, Michael Canic, Chester Elton, and Bob Rosen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv…
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The Future of AI for Constituent Services & CRM for Government
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24:31AI is a powerful tool in CRM, but how does it actually contribute to revenue growth? In this live session, Parth Shah, CEO of Polimorphic, will discuss how AI can convert customer data into tangible, measurable revenue. We’ll explore how AI enhances customer insights and streamlines sales processes, focusing on the practical ways it drives growth a…
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Leading GovTech Innovation with Brian Chidester
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46:43In our conversation with Brian Chidester—Head of Global Innovation and Strategy at Adobe and host of The Government Huddle podcast—we dive into the art of authentic storytelling, the parallels between podcasting and strategic leadership, and how curiosity can fuel innovation in the public sector. Brian shares insights on interviewing like a pro, bu…
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Anticipatory Governance: Emerging Trends and Disruptions Shaping the Future of Governance.
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59:00What are Metaruptions? What is anticipatory governance and how can leaders navigate unpredictability with an anticipatory approach? How does storytelling shape the future? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he welcomes back noted futurist Roger Spitz, President of the Disruptive Futures Institute and author of the thought-provoking book Disrupt With Im…
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Prediction vs. Preparation: Exploring Tools for Navigating Complexity.
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59:00Does technological progress make predicting the future easier? If we can’t predict the future, how can we prepare for it? Why are the human gifts of curiosity and creativity more powerful tools to preparing for the future than submitting to false forecasts that disguise uncertainty as perfect and knowable data? Join host Michael Keegan as he explor…
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🎙️ The Cyber Drummer’s Beat: Building a Zero Trust Data Mindset
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28:29In this episode of the CyberGov Podcast, we sit down with Tim O’Hara—better known as The Cyber Drummer—a risk-savvy cybersecurity leader and Head of Data Risk Management at Hack Ninja. Tim shares how a multi-million dollar banking mishap early in his career shaped his philosophy around data integrity and zero trust. From auditing roots as a CPA to …
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Real-Time Language Access for Smart Cities
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19:56Have you ever had that dream where you’re trying to speak, but no sound comes out? Or maybe you’ve found yourself in a foreign country, needing help but unable to find the right words to use? For 66 million people in the U.S.—from non-English speakers to the Deaf Community—this feeling of voicelessness is a daily reality, especially when it comes t…
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Designing Thinking in a Military Context: A Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour.
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59:00How can we redesign military decision-making for the 21st Century? What are the most effective ways to adhere to military protocols while pushing transformative innovation? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more next week on The Business of Government Hour. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri…
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How We've Helped Our Clients Overcome the Biggest Challenges in Public Sector Transformations
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56:17In this episode, we explore how public sector organizations have navigated the toughest challenges during their ERP transformations. From managing outdated systems and data conversion to overcoming internal resistance and change fatigue, we dive into the practical strategies that have helped our clients succeed. With a focus on the essential steps—…
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Revamping Nevada: Inside the CoreNV ERP Modernization Project
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16:07In this episode, we dive into Nevada's ambitious CoreNV project, a state-wide initiative to modernize the ERP system for improved government operations. Learn how the state is working with CGI to upgrade their financial and HR systems and explore related projects like the NV Kids child support system and the "No Wrong Door" initiative. We'll also d…
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AI First: Building Smarter Platforms for the Future
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5:26AI isn’t a flash in the pan — it’s reshaping everything from how we bank to how governments operate. In this episode, we break down how an "AI-first" strategy is transforming product suites, speeding up development, and giving customers real results. From internal productivity to external innovation, hear how smart acquisitions and integrated AI ar…
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How to Blend Teaching, Coaching, and Mentoring - a Roadmap to Transforming your Workplace with Dr. Joe Perez.
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59:00How do teaching, coaching, and mentoring differ? How can leaders ensure that mentoring is a two-way street? What can leaders do to navigate the challenges of digital transformation, especially in areas like data visualization and business intelligence? Join host Michael J. Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Dr. Joe Perez author of …
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One in three Americans interacts with their local government through OpenGov—and that number is growing. In this episode, we unpack how OpenGov’s expansive ERP suite is transforming everything from budgeting and procurement to permitting and utility billing. Hear how the platform’s newest AI capabilities, a customer-first success model, and a hyper…
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Beyond the Comfort Zone: Leading Through Growth and Change
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58:21What does it really take to lead during periods of rapid growth and transformation? This episode explores how leadership evolves when an organization scales, why vulnerability is a strength—not a weakness—and how to create clarity amid chaos. You'll hear about the power of peer support, the importance of shared values, and why structure and intuiti…
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Defining Success in the Public Sector: Vision, Trust, and Real Impact
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11:05In this episode, we dive into how public sector agencies can redefine success in a world where transparency and trust are non-negotiable. Robert shares real-world stories from local government and breaks down how aligning projects with governing body goals unlocks long-term funding and lasting impact. From hidden agendas to shared visions, and from…
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Strategies for AI Governance and How Emerging Tech Can Strengthen Trust in Government: The ASPA Conference Series 2025 with Dr. Sukumar Ganapati and Prof. Wendy Chen.
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1:58:00How can public administrators embrace the promise of AI and emerging tech as enablers without being dominated by them? Join host Michael J. Keegan for the ASPA Conference Series - A Special Edition of The Business of Government Hour with Dr. Sukumar Ganapati, Florida International University exploring how emerging tech can strengthen trust in gover…
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