This session establishes a shared understanding of Artificial Intelligence, with an emphasis on Generative AI. Panelists will explain key terms, dispel myths, and explore how AI can advance agency missions while maintaining public trust.
About this series:
This engaging chat series brings together thought leaders and subject matter experts to deliver you actionable insights on today’s AI challenges facing the Public Sector.
- June 11, 2025 • AI Literacy in Government
- July 9, 2025 • Scaling AI in the Public Sector
- August 20, 2025 • Governance and Risks of AI in Government
- September 10, 2025 • Aligning AI with Mission Outcomes: Role of Change Agents
Artificial intelligence is redefining how government agencies achieve their missions. Learning Tree invites you to join Melvin Brown II, former CIO of OPM, along with an expert panel of senior leaders from federal, DOD, and state agencies, for a FREE four-part AI in Government Webinar Series.
This engaging series begins with a deep focus on AI literacy, followed by thoughtful discussions on scaling adoption, addressing risks, and integrating AI seamlessly with mission objectives. Through real-world examples and actionable insights, the panelists will share invaluable lessons and strategies designed to empower your agency to lead with confidence.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from the innovators driving AI transformation across government.
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Melvin Brown II
Melvin Brown II recently retired as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), where he oversaw a $200 million IT portfolio and guided a workforce of 300 federal employees and 400 contractors. Prior to this, he served as Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO) at OPM and held various leadership positions at the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Melvin is a United States Marine Corps veteran and actively contributes to professional and community organizations. He holds two Master of Science degrees and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. His outstanding contributions to federal IT have earned him widespread recognition, including being named a Top Fed100 Winner by Federal Computer Week and Top Government Executive of the Year by ACT-IAC.
Sarah Moffat
Sarah Moffat is an award-winning strategic innovator and compelling speaker who brings nearly two decades of experience in federal IT. Her journey through the federal landscape encompasses roles in cybersecurity, communication, human resources, and workforce development. Her broad experience spans both public and private sectors, providing her with diverse insights into various federal domains, including aviation, administration, defense, and healthcare. Known for her leadership and effective communication skills, she champions the power of storytelling as a key business tool. She illustrates how organizations can successfully blend technology with organizational change management for sustained success.
Sarah's contributions have been recognized widely, earning her the Health IT Leader of the Year award from AFFIRM in 2022 and the Woman of Influence award in the Public Sector/Academia category by the Executive Women's Forum for Information Security, Risk Management, & Privacy in the same year.
Taka Ariga
Taka has over 25 years of track record delivering data-centric innovations at scale to empower organizations redefine productivity. As a seasoned Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Chief Data Officer, and Chief Data Scientist, his executive leadership is marked by a blending of tech-savvy, risk management, and talent building to create enduring value beyond hype cycles. He was the lead author of the Government Accountability Office's AI Accountability Framework that applies evidence-based perspectives to responsible implementation of AI solutions.
A sought-after speaker and writer on AI, emerging technologies, and innovation practices, Taka is also the founder of Sol Imagination where he helps public and private sector entities use data to effectively tackle complex policy, regulatory, risk, legislative, and operational challenges. Fluent in both Japanese and Mandarin Chinese, Taka brings a global perspective to his work. Outside of his professional endeavors, he is a dedicated classical chamber musician and a competitive tennis player.
AI Literacy in Government FAQs
This webinar series is ideal for government executives, program managers, IT and data leaders, policy makers, cybersecurity professionals, and public sector staff seeking to build AI literacy, scale AI responsibly, navigate governance and risk, and align AI initiatives with mission outcomes. Whether you're shaping policy, managing technology, or driving innovation, this series offers valuable insights to support ethical and effective AI adoption across government.
Expert Insights: Gain perspectives from experienced leaders and SMEs who specialize in Agile, ITIL, project management, organizational leadership and organizational transformation.
Actionable Strategies: Learn practical techniques for managing change, securing stakeholder buy-in, and sustaining transformation efforts.