Date & Time
Thursday, April 3, 2025, 2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Name
AI: Getting Your Leadership on Board
Description

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes integral to communications, effectively introducing it requires strong leadership alignment and cross-departmental support. This session will outline the journey of Orange County Water District (OCWD) in adopting AI tools within communications practices, showcasing our hands-on approach to gaining leadership buy-in and navigating collaboration across departments. From practical use to policy development, our efforts showcase that AI not only enhances communication efficiency but also aligns with the District’s tradition of innovation. Attendees will learn strategies for addressing potential concerns, fostering a culture of openness to innovation, and creating structured yet adaptable policies to support AI integration in the workplace. (Fun fact: ChatGPT helped us create this session description)