Projected registrations IN 2024
inspiring speakers
CASE STUDIES
Shaping Tomorrow Through Technology and Innovation
Cities worldwide are undergoing a transformative shift, leveraging the power of modern technology to address pressing challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The traditional model of urban planning is no longer sufficient, and municipal leaders are seeking innovative solutions to create smart, sustainable, and thriving future cities. The Future Cities Roadshow is a dynamic platform that brings together visionary leaders, experts, and stakeholders to explore the convergence of technology, urban development, and community well-being. This roadshow will delve into the strategies and approaches needed to reshape cities into experience-centric hubs where citizens, businesses, and governments thrive together.
The Future Cities Roadshow provides a unique opportunity to delve into the intersection of technology, urban transformation, and citizen well-being.
Join us to explore innovative solutions, collaborate with industry leaders, and contribute to the creation of smarter, more sustainable cities for all.
A Sneak Peek of Our Speakers
CAMERON ROBERTSON
Principal Planner – Planning Information Services
Halifax Regional Municipality
JEREMIE AUBE
Director, Urban Mobility
City of Dieppe
KENNETH FORREST
Director for Planning & Development
City of Fredericton
MIKE SAVAGE
Mayor
City of Halifax
SARA POIRIER
Director of Planning and Development
West Hants Regional Municipality
DR. AHSAN HABIB
Director, School of Planning & Professor, School of Planning, and Development of Civil and Resources Engineering
Dalhousie University
RAADHIKA GOPINATH
Senior Manager, Advisory Services, MC Atlantic Lead, Management Consulting
KPMG Canada
TAREK HABIB
Senior Manager, Cybersecurity & Resilience
KPMG Canada
LOUIE VELOCCI
Chief Operating Officer and Regional Leader, Management Consulting
KPMG Canada
MATTHEW LUMSDEN
Canadian Growth Lead
Verra Mobility – Redflex Traffic Systems (Canada)
PAUL JOHNSON
City Manager
City of Toronto
FARIA LATIF
Director, Stations Capital Delivery
Metrolinx
SEAN BOTHAM
Manager of Development
City Housing Hamilton Corporation
STEVE GANESH
Commissioner, Planning, Building, and Growth Management
City of Brampton
FIAZ JADOON
Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects
City of Pickering
MATTHEW LUMSDEN
Canadian Growth Lead
Verra Mobility – Redflex Traffic Systems (Canada)
MIKE VAREY
Partner, Cities, Global Infrastructure Advisory
KPMG Canada
VISHAL RANE
Sustainable Facilities and Asset Management Product Manager
IBM
ELENA PISON
Sustainability Solutions Architect and Meteorologist
IBM
ERIC WOLFE
Partner, Deal Advisory and National Cities Lead
KPMG Canada
COUNCILLOR JENNIFER RICE
City of Edmonton
HERMAN CARDOSO
Manager, Data Analytics
City of Calgary
DEREK PROHAR
City Manager
City of Leduc
CINDY POST
Chief Information Officer
City of Leduc
CATHY HERON
Mayor
City of St. Albert, Alberta
JODI BROWN
City Administrative Officer
Bon Accord
BRYAN MATTHEWS
Partner, Advisory Services
KPMG
DENYSE COWLING
Public Sector Lead – Talent & Learning Strategy Solutions
LinkedIn
KAREN LY
Head of Canadian Public Sector
LinkedIn Training and Learning
KAYE KRISHNA
Deputy Minister
Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
CALUM MACKINNON
Director, Information
Systems Branch
Ministry of the Attorney General BC Government
DOUGLAS MCLEOD
Director of Transportation
City of Coquitlam
PAUL STORER
Director of Transportation
City of Vancouver
RAFAEL VILLAREAL
Director of Transportation
City of Surrey
HEATHER KAUER
Director of Community Planning
City of Abbotsford
SAV DHALLWAL
Councilor
City of Burnaby
DON LUYMES
General Manager for Planning and Development
City of Surrey
RYAN SMITH
Divisional Director of Planning and Development Services
City of Kelowna
LEAH HANVEY
Senior Manager, Global
Infrastructure Advisory
KPMG
ARMIN AMROLIA
Deputy City Manager
City of Vancouver
CHRIS SAINSBURY
Partner, Global Infrastructure Advisory and National Smart Cities Lead
KPMG
SYLVAIN SOULIGNY
Director General
Government of Canada, Indigenous Services Canada
TAREK HOUSSARI
Senior Director, Digital Enablement Services
Shared Services Canada
FRANCOIS TOMEO
Director – Modelling & Network Development
Autorité Régionale de Transport Métropolitain
PIERRE LEROUX
Mayor
Township of Russell
LEAH CARSON
Partner Deal Advisory, Global Infrastructure Advisory
KPMG
MATHIEU FLEURY
Chief Administrative Officer
City of Cornwall
TIM TIERNEY
Councillor, City of
Ottawa & Third Vice
President, Federation of
Canadian Municipalities
CAROL RUDDY
Program Manager
City of Ottawa
Who should attend?
The Future Cities Roadshow is designed to attract a diverse range of attendees who are invested in the development, innovation, and sustainability of urban environments. Participants from various sectors and roles would find value in the conference
City Leaders and Officials
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
Urban Planners and Architects
Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs
Technology Experts & Investors
Citizen Advocates and Community Leaders
Academics and Researchers
Consultants and Advisors
Benefits of Attending
Innovative Insights: Gain valuable insights into cutting-edge technologies and strategies driving the transformation of cities into smart, connected, and sustainable ecosystems.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with thought leaders, experts, and peers in urban development, technology, and governance, fostering collaboration and partnerships.
Practical Solutions: Discover actionable solutions and best practices to address urban challenges and enhance citizen-centric services.
Strategic Thinking: Explore how city leaders are shifting from traditional organizational processes to experience-centric approaches, creating a paradigm shift in urban governance.
Event Partners
KPMG
We are a global network of professional firms providing a full range of services and digital products to industries, government, and not-for-profit sectors. Learn More
Management Consulting, Project Management, Technology Cloud Consulting
Enterprise
IBM
Let’s Create Learn More
Information Technology & Services
Enterprise
Linkedin | Carahsoft
Solutions for Government Learn More
Information Technology & Services
Enterprise
TOnow – Toronto Network of Women
Diversity Our Strength Learn More
Government Administration, Government Relations
Enterprise
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The 2024 Future Cities Roadshow gives you direct access to every senior stakeholder looking to advance their customer experience strategy. presents you with a prime opportunity for top-quality lead generation, face-to-face meetings with buyers, and the chance to sky-rocket your marketing conversion metrics in time.