AI Building Blocks
23 Days 01 Hours 06 Minutes 27 Seconds |
This half-day workshop equips federal IT leaders with foundational AI knowledge. You’ll walk away with these key takeaways:
- Master key AI concepts: Understand essential AI terminology and its relevance to federal IT.
- Explore everyday use cases: Discover real-world examples of how AI transforms government operations.
- Ask the right questions: Learn how to consider responsible AI use and practice effective prompting with various AI tools.
Sponsorships available. Contact jennifer.weiss@govcio.com.

New directives from the presidential administration have prioritized artificial intelligence, introducing new goals for federal tech development and elevating the role of agency chief artificial intelligence officers. Hear from the Central Intelligence Agency’s CAIO on how the agency is approaching AI, shaping strategies around the tech and driving innovation.
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Moderator Amy Kluber Editor-in-Chief GovCIO Media & Research
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Lakshmi Raman CAIO and AI Director, CIA
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Taka Ariga Former Chief AI Officer and Chief Data Officer, OPM and Founder of Sol Imagination
AI leaders are developing, implementing and assessing AI strategies to accelerate mission outcomes and ensure thoughtful innovation across agencies. Hear from experts on how they envision AI transforming federal operations, advancing national priorities and staying ahead of emerging technological challenges.
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Moderator Sarah Sybert Managing Editor, GovCIO Media & Research
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Jennifer Franks Director, Center for Enhanced Cybersecurity and Acting Director, Analytics Foundry, GAO
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Martin Stanley AI and Cybersecurity Researcher, ITL, NIST
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Zach Whitman (Invited) Chief Data Scientist and CAIO, GSA
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Wole Moses CAIO, Federal Civilian, Microsoft
AI officials delve into practical AI applications within federal agencies and share status updates on recent use implementations. Hear how AI is enhancing efficiency and decision-making in government operations.
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Moderator Silvia Oakland Staff Writer GovCIO Media &Research
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Taka Ariga Former Chief AI Officer and Chief Data Officer, OPM and Founder of Sol Imagination
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Jennifer Franks Director, Center for Enhanced Cybersecurity and Acting Director, Analytics Foundry, GAO
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Wole Moses CAIO, Federal Civilian, Microsoft
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Lakshmi Raman CAIO and AI Director, CIA
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Martin Stanley AI and Cybersecurity Researcher, ITL, NIST
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Zach Whitman (Invited) Chief Data Scientist and CAIO, GSA
Hear From Prior Attendees

“Content was great. Wonderful to hear from members the real-world case studies presented in the Lightning Talks.”
– Director, Vulnerability Disclosure Program, DC3
“Great overview of the technology, where it’s at in federal workspace. Speakers were knowledgeable, accessible.”
– IT Specialist, Configuration Management, VA
“Nice overview of vocabulary, how to understand AI and some things to look for.”
– Communication Analyst, ITADD, FBI

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