As the smart cities movement spreads across the U.S., Wilson, N.C. proves that businesses and citizens in major metropolitan cities are not the only beneficiaries of gigabit technology and the innovation it fosters.
No matter the size, architecting a smart city is a community effort requiring a shared vision and unwavering focus. This WRAL TechWire Executive Exchange convenes city, industry, and academic leaders in the heart of downtown Wilson to share strategies and ideas powering North Carolina cities like Wilson in their journey to become even smarter and more connected.
The November 1 event begins at 8 AM and ends at 12 PM at the Edna Boykin Cultural Center.
Confirmed Speakers as of October 10
Welcome message: Grant Goings, City Manager, City of Wilson
Keynote: Susan Crawford, John A. Reilly Clinical Professor of Law, Harvard Law School
Panel: The future of Smart City technology
- Moderator:Dennis Kekas, Associate Vice Chancellor of Partnerships and Economic Development, NC State University
- Gail M. Roper, Regional Expansion Specialist, SE Google Fiber Expansion
- Taylor Kerby, Founder & President, Triangle UAS
- Andy Fusco, VP of Member Services & Corporate Planning, ElectriCities
Panel: Creating a Smart City culture
- Moderator: Glen Fellman, Experience Creative Director, Clean
- Gary Daynes, Provost, Barton College
- Jon Rennie, CEO, Peak Demand
- Jeff Bell, Director, Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park and Museum
Special thanks to our sponsors Greenlight, ElectriCities of NC, ETI Software Solutions and Barton College.
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