Senior public sector leaders across British Columbia are under increasing pressure to safeguard public funds, reduce improper payments, and strengthen public trust—while continuing to deliver essential services efficiently and equitably.

This exclusive, in person executive roundtable brings together a small group of BC based senior leaders for a candid, peer driven discussion on Social Benefits & Payment Integrity. Hosted in Victoria, the session will combine expert insight, executive dialogue, and networking over a complimentary lunch, provided by SAS.

What to Expect

The session will begin with a short presentation from Carl Hammersburg, Senior Manager, Global Civilian Government, Procurement and Health Care Fraud and Compliance, SAS; who will share perspectives on the evolving payment integrity landscape, including:

• Real world public and private sector examples from Canada, the UK, and the United States
• Common sources of payment leakage, error, and fraud across public sector programs
• How AI and machine learning are enabling more precise fraud detection—ensuring benefits reach those who truly need them, while strengthening oversight and accountability
• Emerging risks and pressures facing government finance, audit, and program leaders

Following the presentation, participants will engage in a facilitated roundtable discussion focused on real world challenges, lessons learned, and practical approaches to improving payment integrity—without compromising the people these programs are designed to serve. 

Key Discussion Themes

• Leveraging AI and machine learning to identify fraud and error while protecting legitimate beneficiaries
• Preventing improper payments while maintaining equitable service delivery
• Improving visibility and control across complex payment environments
• Strengthening governance, transparency, and accountability
• Balancing fiscal responsibility with public trust and outcomes

Who Should Attend

This roundtable is designed for senior public sector executives involved in financial management, oversight, audit, compliance, risk, or program delivery. While attendance is limited to ensure a high value, peer level discussion, please feel free to share this invite with a peer or proxy who may also benefit from attendance.

Why Attend

• Discover how AI and machine learning are enabling smarter, more precise fraud detection—protecting vulnerable recipients and the integrity of the programs they depend on
• Learn how peers across BC are addressing similar risks and pressures
• Participate in a candid, off the record discussion in a trusted setting
• Connect with fellow senior leaders over a hosted lunch