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Less Screen Time, More Face Time: Ethical and Effective AI in Community Supervision (Invite Only)
SESSION INFO
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Session Type: Workshop
This session explores how artificial intelligence, when used ethically and intentionally, can help community supervision professionals spend more time in the field and less time behind a desk. Learn how tools like PEARL are being deployed to draft reports, assist in field visits, and support supervision goals—without compromising human judgment or accountability. Through real examples and guided discussion, attendees will examine where AI can alleviate administrative burdens while maintaining public trust and due process.
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SESSION PRESENTERS
Christian Britton
Business Development Executive, Cognisen
Jim Green
Innovation Strategist , Cognisen
Jim is a former CIO of LA County Probation, where he led a major IT transformation across the nation’s largest department. With deep insight into agency operations and technology procurement, Jim ensures that Cognisen’s tools meet the unique challenges of probation. His work helps agencies adopt AI and modern systems without sacrificing accountability or effectiveness.
With more than 25 years in software design, Ben has helped shape tools that transform how supervision staff manage caseloads. His background in user experience and implementation ensures that solutions are intuitive, efficient, and grounded in real-world workflows. At Cognisen, Ben focuses on creating tools that meaningfully improve officers’ daily work.
Tom Westfall
CEO, Cognisen
Tom brings over 26 years of experience building software for community supervision agencies. He has led the design and development of nationally adopted case management systems, with a strong focus on aligning technology with agency goals. Tom understands how to bridge operational needs with leadership priorities to drive adoption and impact.
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