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Data-Smart City Pod

City Leadership in the AI Era

Nov 19, 2025 · 24m

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Listen to host Stephen Goldsmith speak with two leading voices at the intersection of local government, data, and AI: Rochelle Haynes, Managing Director of What Works Cities and Carrie Bishop, who leads data and AI initiatives for the Government Innovation team at Bloomberg Philanthropies. Haynes and Bishop share advice for mayors on leading AI‑driven culture change, choosing meaningful use cases, and making data central to how modern cities solve problems. They explore how cities can use data and generative AI to move beyond traditional public meetings toward intentional, co‑created community solutions, featuring real examples and leadership advice.