Smart Cities & Urban Development Community
Designing Cities for a Smarter, More Inclusive Future
This community brings together urban planners, technologists, infrastructure experts, and civic leaders focused on reshaping how cities evolve. From intelligent mobility and digital infrastructure to climate-responsive planning and urban equity, members collaborate across sectors to design solutions for thriving, connected urban environments.
Co-Leaders
Eng. Nawal Alhanaee
Director at the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, she leads national clean energy strategies and played a key role in COP28. A recognized expert and mentor, she champions sustainability and women in energy.
Stefano Levorato
CIO at Sociedade Brasileira de Inovação, Stefano brings 25+ years of global experience in corporate innovation. A futurism and strategy expert, he has led high-impact projects at McLaren, GM, Lego, and Hitachi, turning trends into real-world solutions.
Key Areas of Focus
Smart mobility and integrated transport systems
Digital infrastructure and data-enabled services
Equitable urban development and access
Climate-smart planning and resilient design
Who This Community is For
Professionals shaping the future of urban life — including city planners, public officials, infrastructure strategists, tech innovators, architects, and sustainability consultants.
How Members Collaborate
Monthly themed sessions to examine major trends and case studies
Peer-to-peer sharing of tools, frameworks, and lessons learned
Guest-led conversations on frontier technologies and their implications
Compilation of key insights and recommendations each quarter