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Join Dr. Tanya Filer and StateUp at the World Cities Summit 2024 in Singapore

Singapore Skyline by Swapnil Bapat to illustrate StateUp at the World City Summit

Join Dr. Tanya Filer and StateUp at the World Cities Summit 2024 in Singapore

StateUp’s Dr. Tanya Filer to Speak at World Cities Summit in Singapore

 

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Tanya Filer, CEO and Founder of StateUp, will be a featured speaker at the prestigious World Cities Summit in Singapore. This biennial event is a premier platform for government leaders and industry experts to address the challenges of creating liveable and sustainable cities.

Join Us at the World Cities Summit

Date: Monday, 3 June 2024
Time: 14:00 – 15:30
Location: Suntec Convention Centre, MR331
Register Now: Get a free WCS Trade Visitor Pass

In an insightful session moderated by Lauren Sorkin, Executive Director of the Resilient Cities Network, Tanya will join an esteemed panel of speakers:

Hugh Cole, Director of Policy and Strategy, City of Cape Town
Councillor Susan Aitken, City Leader, Glasgow City Council
Azrin Azlina Anuar, Head of Visa Government Solutions, Asia Pacific

Together, they will delve into how cities can adopt coordinated approaches to digitalization and resilience to effectively address this century’s most pressing system-level challenges.

Presenting Groundbreaking Research

Dr. Filer will also present the findings from a new collaborative report developed with Resilient Cities Network and Visa. As part of the Future Ready Cities initiative, this report highlights how cities can leverage public financial innovation to achieve critical resilience goals. This research showcases real-world examples and strategic insights on how cities worldwide are integrating digital and financial tools to enhance their resilience and sustainability.

Meet Tanya in Singapore

If you’re attending the summit, we would love to connect! This is a fantastic opportunity to discuss our latest research, explore potential collaborations, and share insights on urban resilience and digital transformation. Also, any tips for a first-time visit to Singapore would be greatly appreciated!

Why Attend the World Cities Summit?

The World Cities Summit is jointly organized by Singapore’s Centre for Liveable Cities and the Urban Redevelopment Authority. This year’s theme, “Liveable and Sustainable Cities: Rejuvenate, Reinvent, Reimagine,” focuses on evolving and adapting cities to ensure well-being for all amidst climactic, financial, and societal stresses. Key highlights include the WCS Mayors Forum, the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize, and the WCS Young Leaders Symposium.

By attending, you’ll gain valuable insights into the latest urban solutions, network with global leaders, and explore innovative approaches to building smart, resilient, and regenerative cities.

Don’t Miss Out! Last Chance to Register

Secure your spot at this transformative event. Register now to get your free WCS Trade Visitor Pass and join us for this impactful session on urban resilience and digital transformation.

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