Josep Lluís de la Rosa of the University of Girona joins Leading Cities

Josep Lluís de la Rosa is a Full Professor at the University of Girona (UdG) Spain since 2010 and Rensselaer Institute of Technology (RPI) New York, USA from 2008-2010. Mr. De la Rosa is also the director of the Technology Research Center Easy and of the Official Master in Smart Cities of the UdG. He…Read more Josep Lluís de la Rosa of the University of Girona joins Leading Cities

Jaume Cunill, CEO of Tech4freedom, joins Leading Cities

Jaume Cunill is the newest member of the Leading Cities Barcelona Local Advisory Board. Mr. Cunill is the CEO of Tech4freedom where he leads a social approach to technology that improves the quality of life for individuals with sensory impairments. Mr. Cunill’s commitment to developing and advancing such uses of technology provides positive impact and…Read more Jaume Cunill, CEO of Tech4freedom, joins Leading Cities

Leading Cities Coordinators Win Best Book of the Year Award for “Cities in Crisis”

Leading Cities is proud to announce and congratulate Jörg Knieling, Local Coordinator of Leading Cities in Hamburg, and his team members, including Joaquín Rodríguez the Local Coordinator of Leading Cities in Barcelona, for winning the Best Book of the Year Award issued by the Regional Studies Association with their publication “Cities in Crises, Socio-spatial impacts…Read more Leading Cities Coordinators Win Best Book of the Year Award for “Cities in Crisis”

David Garrofé, General Secretary of CECOT, Joins Leading Cities

Leading Cities has the pleasure to introduce you to David Garrofé, General Secretary of CECOT, as the newest member of the Leading Cities Barcelona Local Advisory Board. The addition of Mr. Garrofé and his experience and perspective adds tremendous weight and vision to the Leading Cities Barcelona Local Advisory Board. During his tenure at Cecot,…Read more David Garrofé, General Secretary of CECOT, Joins Leading Cities

Carles Agustí Joins the Local Advisory Board of Leading Cities in Barcelona

Leading Cities is very pleased to announce that Mr. Carles Agustí, Open Government Director at Diputació de Barcelona (Regional Government), is Joining the Leading Cities Barcelona Advisory Board. In addition to the valuable skills, insights and expertise that Mr. Agustí adds to the Advisory Board, his inclusion represents a special addition to the Leading Cities…Read more Carles Agustí Joins the Local Advisory Board of Leading Cities in Barcelona

Infinitum Projects, the Newest Member of Leading Cities’ Ecosystem

As we have announced in our recent post, Leading Cities is embarking on a new phase in our history, defined by the growth and crystallisation of our ecosystem. As a result of this strategy, we are adding new members to our Local Advisory Boards, and we would like to present them to you through a…Read more Infinitum Projects, the Newest Member of Leading Cities’ Ecosystem

Lisbon Reinforces Its Collaboration with Leading Cities

Leading Cities is entering a new phase of its history by diversifying its activities, helping to identify disruptive trends and technologies. These activities not only analyze new patterns of social behavior and communication among citizens, but also produce a redefinition on the field of entrepreneurship and urban smart solutions leading to a redefinition of the…Read more Lisbon Reinforces Its Collaboration with Leading Cities

Leading Cities @ Smart Cities

During this week and due to the participation and leadership role of Leading Cities in the Smart City Expo World Congress 2015 held in Barcelona we will share a series articles, with brief summaries regarding our presence in this global forum about city innovation, where cities, government, public and private sector meet to design the…Read more Leading Cities @ Smart Cities

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Leading Cities is a network of cities from around the world. These cities have been chosen specifically for their common traits. All are mid-sized metro areas with a highly educated workforce, strong ties to higher education, innovation and technology. Because of these similarities, our cities share common challenges and can transfer proven solutions. Cities all…Read more Partners