As artificial intelligence reshapes the geospatial landscape, state Geographic Information Officers and GIS leaders are uniquely positioned to harness its transformative potential. This webinar explores the evolving role of AI in ArcGIS, with a special focus on AI assistants, AI agents and Esri’s commitment to transparency and trusted AI.
Participants will gain insights into how AI assistants—now embedded across ArcGIS Pro, Survey123, Business Analyst, Hub, and other applications—are streamlining workflows, enhancing productivity, and democratizing access to GIS capabilities through natural language interfaces.
The session will also highlight Esri’s Trusted AI framework, which emphasizes transparency, privacy, fairness, and accountability in AI deployment. Attendees will learn about new tools such as AI Transparency Cards and opt-in governance features that empower organizations to adopt AI responsibly.
Whether you’re exploring Geospatial AI for the first time or seeking to deepen your understanding of AI’s role in public sector GIS, this webinar offers a strategic overview of how ArcGIS is evolving to meet the needs of modern geospatial leadership.
Speaker Bio:Ismael Chivite is a Senior Principal Product Manager at Esri, where he has been instrumental since joining the company in 2002. With over 20 years of experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Ismael is passionate about leveraging geospatial technology to enhance organizational workflows and decision-making processes. He is particularly focused on the integration of artificial intelligence with GIS, exploring innovative ways to improve existing products and develop new solutions that meet the evolving needs of users. Outside of his professional endeavors, Ismael enjoys building with Legos, rock climbing, and exploring Romanesque architecture, often indulging in jamón ibérico along the way.

