AI Virtual Education
Unlock the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your Parks and Recreation department. From marketing and customer service to programming, human resources, and analytics, these hands-on workshops are designed to help you implement AI-driven solutions that save time, reduce costs, and improve your community’s experience. Please note that all webinars are offered live and will not be available for later viewing. Explore our current offerings below and take the next step in your professional growth!
- Interactive, Hands-On Sessions
Explore real-world applications of AI tools like ChatGPT, DALL-E, and more in tailored workshops.
- Flexible Virtual Format
Join from anywhere and gain actionable insights you can implement immediately.
- Expert-Led
Learn from AI experts and Parks and Rec professionals who understand your unique challenges.
Upcoming Opportunities
Intro to AI for Parks and Rec - Register Here
January 14, 2025 | 8:30 - 11:00 AM | 0.2 CEUs
Due to popular demand, Jason Peters with Gov Tech is offering KRPA members another opportunity for this informative webinar that has been revamped for latest technology and meeting participants where they are at. Transform Parks and Rec with AI is an interactive session designed to help you unlock the potential of AI in your work. Dive into real-world tasks, like revamping a marketing flyer with AI-powered enhancements, and collaborate in breakout sessions to refine ideas and update materials using cutting-edge tools. Walk away with practical skills you can immediately apply to streamline your workflows and elevate your impact in parks and recreation.
The below advanced workshops below are capped at 20 participants, with one instructor for every 10 attendees to ensure a hands-on experience. Don’t procrastinate—register soon before spaces fill up!
MARKETING
Marketing with AI: 102 – Register Here
February 5, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
Elevate your marketing strategies with AI! This hands-on workshop will teach Parks and Recreation professionals how to create impactful marketing materials, automate campaigns, and refine strategies. Participate in collaborative breakout sessions to apply these techniques directly to your projects and transform your approach to community engagement.
* Intro to AI for Parks and Rec: 101 is recommended for a basic understanding of AI prior to this session.
Marketing with AI: 202 – Register Here
February 12, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
Build on your foundational AI skills by exploring advanced content creation techniques for blogs, podcasts, and videos. Learn to refine content iteratively to maximize audience engagement and impact.
* Participants are recommended to take Marketing 102 prior to this session.
Marketing with AI: 302 – Register Here
February 26, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
In this advanced workshop, participants will learn to enhance their digital presence through effective SEO practices, site optimization, and leveraging AI tools for market research and sentiment analysis. This session is tailored for Parks and Recreation professionals who wish to optimize their websites and digital marketing efforts for greater reach and impact.
* Participants are recommended to take Marketing 202 prior to this session.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Customer Service with AI: 103 – Register Here
February 4, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
In this workshop, participants will learn how to harness AI tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of customer service interactions in Parks and Recreation. From drafting clear and friendly email responses to automating routine inquiries, this session will provide hands-on experience with AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Participants will also explore the best practices for handling complex inquiries that require human intervention.
* Intro to AI for Parks and Rec: 101 is recommended for a basic understanding of AI prior to this session.
Customer Service with AI: 203 – Register Here
February 11, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
In this intermediate-level workshop, participants will learn how to create, configure, and utilize a custom GPT as a customer service assistant tailored specifically for Parks and Recreation departments. This session emphasizes hands-on learning, guiding attendees through building a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)-based AI model that can assist with event inquiries, program details, parks information, and internal marketing tasks.
* Participants are recommended to take Customer Service with AI: 103 prior to this session.
HUMAN RESOURCE
Human Resources with AI: 104 – Register Here
March 26, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
This workshop provides participants with the skills needed to leverage AI in optimizing key HR functions like document and resume analysis, candidate screening, and job description crafting. Participants will learn to automate routine HR tasks and focus their time on strategic decision-making, enhancing efficiency in the hiring process.
* Intro to AI for Parks and Rec: 101 is recommended for a basic understanding of AI prior to this session.
Human Resources with AI: 204 – Register Here
April 2, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
This workshop focuses on improving HR workflows through the use of AI, particularly in the areas of staff scheduling, resume analysis, and utilizing custom HR Assistant GPTs. Participants will gain hands-on experience using AI for efficient scheduling and document analysis, saving time and improving team operations.
* Participants are recommended to take HR with AI: 104 prior to this session.
Human Resources with AI: 304 – Register Here
April 9, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
This advanced workshop aims to equip participants with the knowledge to build and use AI models for skill gap analysis and create tailored training programs. By identifying skill gaps within their teams, HR professionals can ensure that staff are well-prepared for future challenges and opportunities.
* Participants are recommended to take HR with AI: 204 prior to this session.
REPORTING
Reporting and Analytics with AI: 105 – Register Here
April 16, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
Discover how to aggregate, clean, and analyze data using AI tools for actionable insights. Create impactful reports that drive informed decision-making.
* Intro to AI for Parks and Rec: 101 is recommended for a basic understanding of AI prior to this session.
Reporting and Analytics with AI: 205 – Register Here
April 23, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
Visualize trends, detect anomalies, and generate narrative summaries with AI-powered tools. Simplify complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
* Participants are recommended to take Reporting and Analytics with AI: 105 prior to this session.
Reporting and Analytics with AI: 305 – Register Here
April 30, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
In this advanced workshop, participants will explore the use of AI for predictive and prescriptive analytics, scenario simulations, and advanced statistical analysis to identify relationships within data. Participants will gain the skills to use AI for forecasting, conducting scenario simulations, and identifying opportunities for optimization.
* Participants are recommended to take Reporting and Analytics with AI: 205 prior to this session.
PROGRAMMING
Programming with AI: 106 – Register Here
March 6, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
This workshop will introduce participants to using AI tools for data collection and analysis to optimize recreational programming. By analyzing data from past events, participants will learn to derive valuable insights and predict programs or needs that are likely to have the highest demand in the future.
* Intro to AI for Parks and Rec: 101 is recommended for a basic understanding of AI prior to this session.
Programming with AI: 206 – Register Here
March 12, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
This workshop will cover the use of AI for forecasting and capacity planning in Parks and Rec programming. Participants will learn how to manage waitlists, forecast demand, and use data to personalize program recommendations to better meet community needs.
* Participants are recommended to take Programming with AI: 106 prior to this session.
Programming with AI: 306 – Register Here
March 19, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:15 PM CST | 0.1 CEUs
In this advanced workshop, participants will learn how to develop and plan recreational programs using AI. The session will focus on developing new programs and ongoing monitoring, providing participants with the skills needed to continuously enhance their programming using real-time data insights.
* Participants are recommended to take Programming with AI: 206 prior to this session.
Speaker Information: GovTech Innovators
GovTech Innovators was founded with a clear purpose: to serve the Parks and Recreation sector because it’s a field that we’re truly passionate about. Parks and Recreation impacts every stage of life, from the joy of a child's first playground experience to the peaceful trails we explore throughout our lives, and even the care of our cemeteries when the journey ends. Parks and Recreation is one of the most vital components of government, playing a crucial role in the well-being of our communities. From the outset, our mission has been to serve these communities, making the decision to focus on Parks and Recreation an easy and natural choice. At GovTech Innovators, our focus is on people—both the communities we serve and the dedicated professionals we work alongside to deliver essential services.
Jason Peters, Founder & CEO
Jason offers extensive experience with Government Technology, including implementation of Enterprise grade software projects for State Departments across the US as well as new software product development. He is skilled in leveraging AI for government projects with extensive experience in project management, data analysis, and technology integration.
Samuel Lunt, Parks and Rec/Artificial Intelligence Consultant
Sam has worked in Parks and Recreation for 10 years and uses artificial intelligence in his daily tasks as an Assistant Recreation Director in Southeast Michigan. Sam is an expert in applying AI to parks and recreation, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, program management, and community engagement.
Questions?
Please contact the KRPA office at (785) 235-6533.
