Alan Claypool: Leading Government AI and Digital Transformation

Modev Staff Writers | October 13, 2025

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Alan Claypool’s career is a story of transformation at the intersection of technology, leadership, and mission-critical service. With experience spanning the military, government, and private sectors, he embodies the type of cross-sector expertise that defines the future of AI in government and the broader public sector AI ecosystem.

As a U.S. Air Force officer, Claypool oversaw global IT missions, wartime communications, and satellite launch support. These formative years gave him a unique perspective on how digital systems can secure and enable national operations at scale. His leadership didn’t stop at defense—he carried this mindset into civilian government and enterprise roles, where he has been at the forefront of digital transformation in the public sector.

A three-time CIO and former COO, Claypool has been directly responsible for modernizing hundreds of essential services. His work illustrates how artificial intelligence for the public sector can move from theory to practice, delivering smarter and faster capabilities for agencies and the communities they serve. From designing strategy in the C-suite to implementing technology on the ground, his track record demonstrates how operational excellence and emerging innovation must go hand in hand.

Claypool’s experience in the energy industry further extends his impact. By combining data, AI, and geospatial information systems (GIS), he has helped organizations achieve not just efficiency but resilience. As a licensed commercial UAS pilot, he is also pioneering the use of drones in government and industry—pushing boundaries on how real-time data collection and analysis can inform everything from infrastructure monitoring to emergency response.

Alan Claypool will be a featured voice at GovAI Summit, where leaders across federal, state, and local agencies will explore how to apply AI responsibly and effectively. His perspective is especially timely as government agencies look to adopt AI policy frameworks that balance innovation with trust and transparency.

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Alan’s story is not just about the technology; rather, it’s about the leadership needed to make technology matter. At GovAI, you’ll hear directly from experts like him who are ensuring that AI adoption strengthens both mission outcomes and public trust.

See the full GovAI Summit agenda here and join the conversation on how government and technology leaders like Alan Claypool are building the future of AI in government.