Deloitte – The synergy-focused strategy of smart city development

Known for leading with synergy, Deloitte integrates this philosophy into stadiums, buildings, and healthcare solutions. Spearheading smart campus initiatives is Jean Barroca, Public Sector Digital Modernization Global Leader & Synergy General Manager. Join us to discover how Deloitte, guided by Barroca, adapts its synergy-focused strategy to propel ongoing advancements in the dynamic smart city landscape. […]

Dassault Systemes – The dynamic landscape of urban progress

Joining us at the Smart Cities World Expo Congress is Jacques Beltran, Vice President of Cities and Public Services at Dassault Systèmes. Originating from the captivating landscapes of France, Jacques has not only earned his reputation as a Harvard alum but has also played an essential role as the former Director General in charge of […]

Veolia – A guiding light of sustainable solutions, surpassing conventional boundaries

Amidst the dynamic evolution of smart cities, Veolia emerges as a guiding light of sustainable solutions, surpassing conventional boundaries. At the forefront of this transformative journey are Aude Giard, Digital Optimization Solutions expert at Veolia, emphasizes that digital optimization solutions are transforming water treatment facility performance in real-time.  These solutions support industries and municipalities in […]

Margaret Mitchell: What values are being prioritized in AI?

Margaret Mitchell needs no introduction in the world of AI ethics and machine learning. Chief Ethics Scientist at Hugging Face, recognized as one of Time’s 2023 Most Influential People, former Google AI Staff Research Scientist and a prolific researcher with over 50 published papers, Margaret brings a wealth of expertise as we get to discuss […]

Michael Hancock, City of Denver: Smart is a value of us, not a program

With an illustrious career in public service and a passion for innovative urban development, Mayor Hancock has been a driving force behind Denver’s transformation. From his early days in city government to his current role, he has championed sustainable initiatives and smart city solutions. As a key figure in shaping Denver’s future, Mayor Hancock brings […]

Louise Holden, VISA: Governments have an essential role to play embracing change

Louise is a digital payment specialist who builds sustainable payment technology programmes for organisations including governments, humanitarian and development NGOs, and the private sector. She has 30 years’ experience of working in large multinational organisations, including roles at Barclaycard, American Express and Mastercard.