14 October, 2020
As DG for Research and Innovation, Jean-Eric is a key figure in driving the EU Innovation Agenda throughout the region and the transition to a sustainable Europe. Jean-Eric will be sharing his remarkable insights on the role of smart cities in developing resilient societies and the changing face of governance.
15 October, 2020
Palle’s inspiring leadership has seen Helsingborg transform into an innovation leader and a shining example of how to implement an innovation culture to take on the challenges we face today and in the future. Palle will be sharing his leadership journey and speaking about the importance of trust for agile leadership and engaging residents. And of course, the Dare-Test-Do mindset that has come to represent the Helsingborg way!
15 October, 2020
In her work with the innovation movement Changers Hub, Victoria understands the importance of positive meeting places and tools to enable all young people to bring their ideas and dreams to life. With a background in initiatives to primarily empower young people in marginalised areas, Victoria will be speaking about opportunities for co-creation and how essential role models are in areas that undergo constant change.
16 October, 2020
Katrien Rycken and Mayor Mohamed Ridouani will be presenting their city and the groundbreaking innovation work that has earned them the title of European Capital of Innovation 2020. They will share their experience of building a city-wide innovation ecosystem and transforming governance models, and how citizen engagement is crucial for mission-driven cities in achieving common sustainability goals.
16 October, 2020
Mayor Ridouani and Katrien Rycken will be presenting their city and the groundbreaking innovation work that has earned them the title of European Capital of Innovation 2020. They will share their experience of building a city-wide innovation ecosystem and transforming governance models, and how citizen engagement is crucial for mission-driven cities in achieving common sustainability goals.
19 October, 2020
As an expert in inclusive local public policies and active spokesperson for equity and gender parity, Daniela understands the importance of promoting local development and achieving safe, inclusive, sustainable, and resilient cities. Having previously served as a city councilor and Vice Mayor in Quito, Ecuador, Daniela will be talking about building trust among citizens themselves and with the local government as step one in engaging communities.
21 October, 2020
With international expertise in child-friendly planning and design, Hannah motivates and advocates for healthy city-making that melds innovation and practice. Hannah will be speaking about the importance of children’s right to play and how cities and placemakers can reclaim places to play in cities for children.
21 October, 2020
As a lawyer and child rights advocacy specialist, Louise Thivant-Johannsen has long worked with humanitarian affairs and the promotion of child friendly cities both at a local and global level. Louise will be speaking about the vital inclusion of children and young people in decision-making processes that shape the urban environment and will be providing insights on approaches that can bolster participation in smarter cities.