Gone are the days of 'smart city' theory. It's time to talk about what actually works.
How do we use digital connectivity to deliver better public services and fuel real economic growth? This session brings the entire value chain to the stage: from telcos and regional authorities to the public sector leaders on the frontline.
Forget the jargon, this is about practical problem-solving. Hear real-world case studies on solving tough connectivity challenges and see how these solutions are transforming communities. We’ll also look ahead, exploring the powerful impact AI will have on our public spaces over the next decade.
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Dejan Bojic
Director, High Summits Consulting
Dejan is a senior consultant advising a range of clients across both public and private sectors. His particular focus is development of open and shared digital infrastructure to support product development and service transformation within complex innovation ecosystems. Until recently Dejan worked at the UK government's Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) where he led the technology advisory team within the Future Networks Programme. A firm believer in creating value through collaboration between public and private sectors and across technology layers, Dejan’s aspiration as a SIG Champion is to shine a spotlight on market innovation opportunities through CW’s uniquely rich network of experts and influencers.
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Jessica Ellis
Director/Advisor, Digital Places
Jessica is an accomplished Director and Advisor with extensive experience in driving digital transformation initiatives within connected places. She collaborates with Government, local authorities and enterprises to improve operational efficiency and public services through advanced digital infrastructure. With a strong focus on IoT deployment and connectivity solutions, Jessica is committed to fostering economic growth and improving community engagement through innovative technology.
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Sarah Marsh
Head of Digital Connectivity , Cambridgeshire County Council
As programme Director for Connecting Cambridgeshire, Sarah leads on the delivery of a future facing digital infrastructure for the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough region including broadband, mobile, innovation and digital inclusion. Sarah is passionate about using the power of technology and innovation with cross-sector collaboration to improve connectivity and local public service delivery. Before joining Connecting Cambridgeshire she was IT development lead for the County Council and delivered a number of successful IT transformation programmes including the countywide public sector fibre network.
