Managing Complex Programs/Projects: Lessons Learned from the GovAI Coalition
We’ve received many requests for the recording of this insightful panel session—now available along with key resources shared by the panelists.
This panel discussion brought together leaders from the GOV AI Coalition, a grassroots, national network of over 2,000 members representing 700+ local, state, and federal government agencies to explore how they are shaping the future of AI in local government and how collaboration has contributed to success.
🎯 What the Panel Covered
- The origin and rapid growth of the GOV AI Coalition
- Collaborative approaches to solving complex problems
- Challenges and lessons in collaboration and public sector AI implementation
- Practical resources the GovAI Coalition has developed that can help
💡 Key Takeaways
- You’re not alone. Most agencies are figuring this out together, and the Coalition exists to help you learn faster.
- Start small, start now. Share a draft, run a pilot, or attend a working group—momentum builds through action.
- Collaboration multiplies capacity. Even in resource-constrained environments, mutual aid and shared ownership create real progress.
- You don’t need to start from scratch. Coalition members share editable documents, vetted use cases, and real-time feedback so others can move faster, more confidently.
- AI adoption doesn’t require perfection—it requires participation. Agencies of all sizes are encouraged to join the Coalition, attend a working group, and build as they go.
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