From pre-conference workshops that drill down on fundamentals to an opening plenary that features updates from members of California’s Congressional delegation and a unique Mayors Roundtable, the Smart Cities Week agenda has it all!
Throughout the event, breakout sessions, mentoring and small group dialogue will highlight vital issues and explore the trends, data and technologies helping accelerate action and investment in more livable, workable and sustainable communities.
Session Themes
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- What’s Working Now
- Getting Ready for Tomorrow
- Practical Policy and Governance
- Spotlight Sessions and Progress Reports
Session Formats
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Stage
Facilitated interactive discussion on the plenary stage with audience Q&A.
Institute
Classroom-style session with one-four subject matter experts, presentations or exercises and learning objectives.
Boardroom
Small, interactive roundtable discussion with up three subject matter experts who set the context and launch directly into a dialogue with participants.
Agora
Up to seven speakers seated in a semi-circle surrounded by participants. 5-7-minute presentations by each speaker with related themes.
Pressure Cooker
Up to six speakers around a table debating a timely issue. Moderator asks a series of five questions for the speakers to discuss and debate.
Lab
Presentations featuring data about pilot projects and technology implementation findings.
City Readiness Hub
Official from one mentor city with officials from up to two mentee cities discussing and sharing solutions to a common issue or challenge
