Dr. Boyd Cohen – An urban strategist and entrepreneur, Dr. Cohen has focused on the convergence of global urbanization, technological disruption, and climate adaptation. His book, “The Emergence of the Urban Entrepreneur,” is a testament to his vision for sustainable, tech-driven urban environments.
Janette Sadik-Khan – As the former Commissioner of the New York City Department of Transportation, Sadik-Khan was instrumental in the rapid implementation of smart transportation and infrastructure projects, transforming the streets into more pedestrian and cyclist-friendly zones.
Carlos Moreno – A recognized expert in the smart city realm, Moreno's work revolves around the “15-minute city” concept where essential services are just a walk or bike ride away. This aims for urban efficiency and reduced carbon footprint.
Brenna Berman – Serving as Chicago's CIO, Berman drove the city's tech strategy, which included open data and integrated systems. Now, at City Tech Collaborative, she works to transform urban infrastructure through tech solutions.
Gordon Feller – Founder of ‘Meeting of the Minds,' Feller is an advocate for urban innovation and sustainability. His events gather global urban sustainability and connected technology leaders to share knowledge on smart city solutions.
Aisha Bin Bishr – Dr. Bishr is the Director-General of Smart Dubai, a city-wide initiative turning Dubai into the world's smartest city. Her efforts encompass digital innovation strategies and smart solutions for the city.
Anil Menon – At Cisco, Menon leads the company's global ‘Smart+Connected Communities' initiatives. He's at the forefront of utilizing IoT, data analytics, and other technologies to create smart city solutions.
Miguel A. Gamiño Jr. – As NYC's CTO, Gamiño explored public WiFi initiatives, broadband strategies, and digital services for citizens. He currently focuses on global urban innovation at Mastercard.
Dr. Jonathan Reichental – Former CIO for the City of Palo Alto, Dr. Reichental works on multiple fronts to make cities more efficient, sustainable, and livable using technology. He's an educator, writer, and speaker on the topic.
Jarmo Eskelinen – Eskelinen, at Future Cities Catapult in the UK, focuses on urban innovation. He's instrumental in devising strategies for cities to leverage data and technology for urban improvement.
