Overview

May 7

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Today’s government leaders face growing demands to do more with less—while navigating economic uncertainty, tight budgets, and complex policy challenges. Artificial intelligence and generative AI are changing the game, offering powerful new tools to increase visibility, speed, and precision in budget planning and policymaking. 

Join us for this timely and practical webinar designed for state and local decision-makers, budget officers, and policy leaders. You’ll discover how governments are leveraging AI to: 

  • Gain real-time insights into budget performance and policy impact 
  • Streamline and unify data across siloed departments and systems 
  • Build smarter, more flexible scenario plans to adapt to shifting priorities 
  • Accelerate decision-making with AI-generated models, forecasts, and recommendations 

Featuring real-world examples and expert insights, this session will give you a clear roadmap to modernize your financial and policy planning processes—while maintaining transparency, accountability, and public trust. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your agency can unlock the full potential of AI for better governance and stronger outcomes. 

Speakers

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Sean McSpaden

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Government

Sean McSpaden is an executive level information technology professional with over 30 years of experience in the private, non-profit, and public sectors. His background includes the start-up and management of several small businesses and he has served on the Board of Directors or in Executive Director positions for several 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Sean’s public service experience includes progressively responsible positions as an IT analyst, and in statewide coordination, management and leadership positions within the Executive and Legislative branches of Oregon state government.

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Zach Patton — Moderator

Editorial Director, Content Studio, Governing

Zach Patton edits and oversees papers and events for the Content Studio at e.Republic. Prior to joining the Content Studio in 2020, he was the Executive Editor of Governing magazine, which covers policy and politics in state and local governments across the country

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Nate Hitchcock

Principal Product Manager, Oracle NetSuite for Government

Nate Hitchcock is the Principal Product Manager for Oracle NetSuite for Government with over 15 years of experience in accounting, technology and enterprise software. Prior to joining Oracle, Nate Hitchcock provided consultative services for local government executives, helping public sector organizations modernize operations and achieve greater efficiencies. With a background in accounting, operations and technology industries, Nate Hitchcock brings a unique blend of financial acumen and product strategy to developing tailored ERP solutions that meet the complex needs of government entities.