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Sophie Woodville

Digital Program Manager | Bordeaux Métropole Bordeaux, France

Biography

Sophie Woodville, a French-American digital innovation officer, joined Bordeaux Métropole in 2018. She focuses on digital rights, inclusion, data, and innovation. Prior to her current role, SW was the executive director of the French-American Chamber of Commerce of San Francisco (2011 – 2017) and a public relations consultant in Paris (2007-2011).

Sessions

17:30h

Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Digital Rights In Our Cities: From Challenges To Solutions

Sophie Woodville Bordeaux Métropole Digital Program Manager Chair

Michael Donaldson Barcelona City Council Comissioner for Urban Innovation Speaker

Alexandra Briem Reykjavík City Council City Council member and Chair of the Digital Committee Speaker

Sam Nutt London Office of Technology and Innovation Data Ethicist Speaker

Manon Reniers City of Brussels Project Coordinator within the Smart City Unit Speaker

Jung Hoon Lee Seoul Metropolitan Gov. and Yonsei University Professor and Project Manager Speaker

#Digital Divide, #Digital Rights, #Safety & Security

05-11-2024 17:30 05-11-2024 18:30 Europe/Madrid Digital Rights In Our Cities: From Challenges To Solutions

The session will highlight the role of cities in fostering human rights in the digital era and promoting a human-centered digital transformation. A first dialogue will expose how and why cities are relevant to addressing digital rights challenges. It will be followed by a solution dialogue, showcasing different projects from cities to uphold digital rights in urban spaces.

Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room

Tue 5 17:30h - 18:30h Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room Full Congress Pass

17:00h

Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Delivering an Inclusive Urban Digital Transformation

Chiara Venturini Eurocities Head of Digital Transformation and Economic Development Chair

Jochem Cooiman City of Rotterdam Digital Innovation Officer Speaker

Sophie Woodville Bordeaux Métropole Digital Program Manager Speaker

Mieke van Schaik City of Eindhoven Programme Director European Affairs Speaker

Stefan De Smet City of Ghent CIO Stad Gent and CEO District09 Speaker

#Agile Services, #APP Solutions, #Connectivity, #Cybersecurity, #Digital Rights, #GovTech, #IOT, #IT Governance, #Regulations

06-11-2024 17:00 06-11-2024 17:45 Europe/Madrid Delivering an Inclusive Urban Digital Transformation

This roundtable will discuss the fundamental challenge facing cities today: how to reap the benefits of digital transformation and ensure it delivers for everyone, fostering social inclusion and integrating the environmental aspect. City representatives will bring their examples and perspectives and discuss how international cooperation can support cities in playing their part to achieve the twin transition and Sustainable Development Goals.

Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room

Wed 6 17:00h - 17:45h Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room Full Congress Pass

09:30h

Agora Event | SMART CITY EXPO

Digital Rights in Europe: Where are we at and Where Shall we Go

Sophie Woodville Bordeaux Métropole Digital Program Manager Moderator/Presenter

Pablo Fernández Marmissolle-Daguerre United Cities and Local Governments Assistant Secretary-General for Partnerships Speaker

Paulo Calçada Porto Digital CEO and Board Member of Porto Digital Speaker

Eric Peters European Commission Acting Head of Unit responsible for the Digital Decade 2030 Strategy, DG CNECT European Commission. Speaker

Tamilla Abdul-Aliyeva City of Amsterdam Digital Rights and Ethics officer Speaker

#Cities for All, #Digital Rights, #Social Inclusion, #Social Inequality

06-11-2024 09:30 06-11-2024 10:15 Europe/Madrid Digital Rights in Europe: Where are we at and Where Shall we Go

The session will bring together stakeholders from cities, local governments, and European institutions to discuss how to uphold the place of digital rights in local and European programs and policies and what is needed at all levels of decision-making to build a digital rights focused digital transformation.

Hall 2 | Green Agora

Wed 6 09:30h - 10:15h Hall 2 | Green Agora All passes

10:00h

Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

People-Centred Smart Cities towards a Inclusive Global Digital Future

Alanus von Radecki Data Competence Center for Cities and Regions CEO Chair

Oleg Polovynko Kyiv City Council Adviser to the Mayor of Kyiv on Digitalization Speaker

Jung Hoon Lee Seoul Metropolitan Gov. and Yonsei University Professor and Project Manager Speaker

Manuel Portela Universitat Pompeu Fabra Research Associate Speaker

Sophie Woodville Bordeaux Métropole Digital Program Manager Speaker

#Alliances, #Cities for All, #Digital Equality

07-11-2024 10:00 07-11-2024 10:45 Europe/Madrid People-Centred Smart Cities towards a Inclusive Global Digital Future

Discussions will focus on how the 'International Guidelines on People-Centred Smart Cities' can contribute to more inclusive smart city development, as they are developed upon the request of 193 Member States. The event emphasizes the strategic convergence of global frameworks with local leadership, particularly highlighting the critical roles city leaders play in driving urban digital transformation, supported by practical examples.

Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room

Thu 7 10:00h - 10:45h Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room Full Congress Pass

12:20h

Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Transforming City Life with Advanced Digital Services

Sophie Woodville Bordeaux Métropole Digital Program Manager Chair

Regiane Relva Romano FACENS | VIP-Systems Head Smart Cities Facens Speaker

Kirk Arthur Microsoft Worldwide Government Solutions Lead Speaker

Rita Rinaldo European Space Agency (ESA) Head of Projects and Studies Implementation Division Speaker

Mark Halberstein Simplenight Founder and CEO Speaker

#Connectivity, #GovTech, #IOT

07-11-2024 12:20 07-11-2024 13:10 Europe/Madrid Transforming City Life with Advanced Digital Services

What are the new developments cities are using to enhance digital services? How are they ensuring a higher speed, accessibility, and efficiency in delivering top-notch city services? As city agencies take the lead in the use of digital technologies to better serve residents, businesses, visitors, and all who depend on urban services, this roundtable will unravel the skills and infrastructures reshaping advanced digital services.

This session will feature the participation of our global partners Microsoft

Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room

Thu 7 12:20h - 13:10h Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room Full Congress Pass