Online Training Opportunities for June

The temperatures outside are rising, so why not beat the heat by staying indoors to pick up professional development tips? 
 
Our online training sessions for June are lined up, and the only thing missing is you! Register now to learn more about topics ranging from artificial intelligence, including empathy in your leadership practices, how to manage data risks, and more. 

Don’t forget that even if you aren’t able to attend the day of the training, all registrants will receive a link to the presentation recording the very next day.

How to Use AI Responsibly

To harness AI’s power ethically, agencies need to invest in responsible AI practices.

Join us online Wednesday, June 5 from 2-2:50 p.m. ET/11-11:50 a.m. PT to hear from government and industry leaders about the attributes associated with responsible AI and how to use it effectively at your organization.

You’ll hear from:

• Beth Noveck, Chief AI Strategist, State of New Jersey
• David Larrimore, Chief Technology Officer, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Department of Homeland Security

How to Align Digital CX Efforts Your Agency’s Mission

Digital customer experience (CX) initiatives are important, but if they’re not rooted in and aligned with your agency’s mission, they are unfortunately of limited use. 

Join us online Monday, June 10 from 4-4:30 p.m. ET/1-1:30 p.m. PT to hear from a government CX expert about how to develop and implement an effective digital CX program.

You’ll hear from:

• Barbara C. Morton, J.D., LLM, Deputy Chief Veterans Experience Officer, Veterans Experience Office

How Agencies Can Protect Critical Data

Data is every agency’s most valuable asset – and it needs to be protected as such. Join us online Wednesday, June 12 from 2-2:50 p.m. ET/11-11:50 a.m. PT to hear from government and industry experts about how to protect critical datasets.

You’ll hear from:

• Rebecca Lebeau, Director of Data and Analytics, Executive Office of Health and Human Services

Exercising Empathy in Conflict

Stress, tight deadlines, differing perspectives and miscommunication can all lead to bouts of conflict.

Join us online Tuesday, June 18 from 2-2:50 p.m. ET/11-11:50 a.m. PT to learn how to exercise empathy in conflict. You’ll hear from a career expert about handling difficult conversations with care.

You’ll hear from:

• Arianne Gallagher-Welcher, Esq., PMP, Executive Director, USDA Digital Service, Office of the Chief Information Officer, U.S. Department of Agriculture

5 Management Mistakes to Avoid

As you navigate new teams and relationships, it can be stressful to figure out all the things you should do as a supervisor on a daily basis.

Join us online Monday, June 24 from 4-4:30 p.m. ET/1-1:30 p.m. PT to hear from a government expert about the top mistakes managers typically make and how to avoid them.

You’ll hear from:

• Erin Muru, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Director of Human Resources FDIC, Office of Inspector General

Big Data, Big Challenges: How Government Agencies Can Better Manage Data Risks

Join us online Tuesday, June 25 from 2-2:50 p.m. ET/11-11:50 a.m. PT to hear from government and industry experts about ways to set up your organization for success with FOIA requests, regulatory compliance, investigations, and strict deadlines. They will share best practices around knowing where your data lives, who has access to it, and which regulations it is subject to ensure successful e-discovery, privacy, and compliance programs.

You’ll hear from:

• Taka Ariga, Chief Data Scientist and Director, Innovation Lab, U.S. Government Accountability Office
• Jean Donaldson, Senior Director, Solutions Consulting, Exterro

Staying Ahead of the Cyber Curve: 9 Trends You Need to Know

With the introduction of AI, the rise of nation-states as cyber attackers and the sheer volume of threats out there, government agencies are in a race against the clock to better protect their networks, systems and data.

Join us online Wednesday, June 26 at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT as we discuss nine cybersecurity trends and what agencies can do to stay a step ahead.

You’ll hear from:

• Michael Gregg, Chief Information Security Officer, North Dakota
• Michael Toland, Chief Information Security Officer, Oklahoma Office of Management and Enterprise Services
• Michael Carroll, Area Vice President of Sales, U.S. SLED, Commvault
• Robert Imhof, CISSP, Consulting Systems Architect, Fortinet Federal