Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. ET | 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. PT
Location: Virtual
Designed for: Public-Sector Leadership
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming how public sector organizations operate, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making, and enhance citizen services. However, navigating AI adoption within government agencies requires strategic leadership, careful consideration of ethical implications, and a clear understanding of policy implications.
Foundational Knowledge and Practical Insights
This masterclass is designed to equip public sector leaders with the foundational knowledge and practical insights needed to harness AI effectively. Through expert-led discussions and interactive workshops, attendees will explore how AI is shaping public service delivery, public safety and justice, and operational efficiency. Key topics include the fundamentals of AI, its applications in government, ethical and regulatory frameworks, and strategies for overcoming implementation challenges.
Participants will engage in hands-on activities, including a strategy workshop where they will build a high-level roadmap for their respective organizations. The session will also feature a fireside chat with AI practitioners and public sector leaders who have successfully integrated AI solutions into their organizations. By the end of the masterclass, attendees will have gained actionable insights, a deeper understanding of AI governance, and a roadmap for responsible AI adoption within their agencies.
President & CEO - Mission Critical Partners
With more than three decades in the public-safety sector, Darrin has been spearheading the development of high quality and innovative services to serve law enforcement, fire and EMS and 911 agencies.
Mission Critical Partners
At MCP, Heather leads nationwide initiatives to modernize and secure judicial systems. She previously held senior executive roles, including CIO for the Judicial Council of California, and was named the 2023 State of California Public Sector CIO of the Year by Government Technology magazine.
Mission Critical Partners
David helps MCP’s public-safety and justice clients develop and implement AI initiatives to drive meaningful results.
AI Strategist at Trace3
Borish is a prominent AI strategist and entrepreneur with 25+ years in New York's tech sector. As the author of "AI 2024: Volume 2" and founder of "The AI Spectator," he delivers daily AI insights through LinkedIn and his website, analyzing the impact of AI across healthcare, education, and the creative industries.
Microsoft Public Sector Technology
Arthur is the leader of Worldwide Government Solutions team with responsibility over experts who serve our global civilian government markets. Kirk’s team focuses on Government Operations & Infrastructure, Public Finance, Public Health & Social Services, and Public Safety & Justice.
Motorola
Chris is a relentless entrepreneur inventing communications technologies that save lives, protect children, and keep our communities safe.
Truleo
Anthony is the Co-founder & CEO of TRULEO - an AI-powered police officer assistant and was the co-founder & CEO of GreenKey, an AI-powered audio analytics platform used to analyze communications and U.S. 911 phone calls at scale.
Mission Critical Partners
Rich brings four decades of experience spanning critical leadership, engineering, and technology-driven roles. Rich is also a key advocate for leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance operational efficiency, service delivery, and strategic decision-making.
Mission Critical Partners
Jim leads a team of IT experts who deliver software implementation, data integration and analytics for practitioners spanning the public safety ecosystem. Jim’s overriding objective has always been to help justice and public safety agencies share information, collaborate and make data-driven decisions to protect our communities.
Topics will be presented live by a cross-section of artificial intelligence experts.
Participants can develop their own educational paths by attending the full Masterclass as well as individual sessions.
| Time (All Times Eastern) | Topic and Description | Session Overview |
|---|---|---|
| 11 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. | Kickoff and the Current State of AI: Breakthroughs, Boundaries, and the Road Ahead (David Fritsche and David Borish) |
This talk explores artificial intelligence's impact on the public sector, highlighting recent technical breakthroughs, international developments, ethical issues, and security concerns. It also examines AI's growing role in governance and policy-making, offering a balanced view of its capabilities, limitations, and near-term trajectory. |
| 12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Securing Truth with AI: Content Authenticity and Public Safety Innovation (Chris Bennett) |
In this session, learn about current and emerging trends in AI adoption among government agencies across the world. Listen to real-world examples of AI deployments that are helping government agencies meet their operational goals and mission priorities. |
| 12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | AI in Government (Kirk Arthur) | In this session, learn about current and emerging trends in AI adoption among government agencies across the world. Listen to real-world examples of AI deployments that are helping government agencies meet their operational goals and mission priorities. |
| 1:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | AI Breakthroughs in the Public Sector (David Fritsche, Rich Cagle, Heather Pettit, Aidan Delgado) | What AI breakthroughs are shaping the work of government agencies—and what challenges lie ahead? In this session, you'll hear directly from leaders who work with government entities every day. |
| 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. | AI in the Courts (Heather Pettit) | As AI becomes more normalized in today’s world, the judiciary must not fall behind in understanding the technology, policies, and uses associated with AI. This session will explore how courts can begin exploring AI in a thoughtful, measured way that mitigates risk. |
| 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. | Making AI Work for Your Agency (David Fritsche) | AI is changing everything. But what does that mean for your agency, your people, and your technology? How can you lead your agency to faster, more effective public service delivery, stronger community trust, improved workforce morale, and a clear, sustainable path to leveraging AI for mission success? |
| 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Improving Police Officer Recruiting, Retention, and Morale with AI Assistants (Anthony Tassone) | Discover how AI-powered tools that generate voice-based reports, provide real-time answers to legal questions, and automate performance reviews can reduce paperwork, enhance accountability, and support the professional development of law enforcement officers, making the profession more efficient and transparent. |
