Empowering Public Sector Transformation: AI, Change Agents, and the Future of Innovation

In this episode of Spark Changemakers, host Nikki Giant interviews Andrew Boxall, a technology strategist at Microsoft, about his groundbreaking work in transforming the public sector through technology and innovation. Andrew shares his journey from public sector to Microsoft, where he spearheaded the Innovate Together program—a global initiative empowering public sector organisations to harness the power of AI and digital transformation.

Key topics include:

• The creation of the Innovate Together program, which has trained over 2000 public sector staff as change agents.
• How AI, such as Microsoft's Copilot, is revolutionising the way public sector organizations operate.
• Real-world examples of public sector innovation, including AI-driven solutions in local governments.
• The importance of collaboration, accessibility, and leadership in driving digital transformation.
• The future of AI in education, healthcare, and beyond.

Tune in to learn how technology is reshaping the public sector, the challenges faced along the way, and how Andrew's passion for change continues to inspire organisations globally.

Get in touch with Andrew:

Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-boxall-6232514a/

Learn more about Microsoft's Innovate Together programme: https://wwps.microsoft.com/public-sector-innovate-together

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