Conversations in the Park

Breaking the Government 'No': Inside the New Wave of Urban Tech Innovation

Y-Mobility Season 3 Episode 7

Join host Tim Papandreou as he dives deep into the future of smart cities with two groundbreaking innovators.

Meet Leigh-Ann Buchanan, President & CEO of Miami-Dade Innovation Authority and seasoned attorney turned tech catalyst, whose work has helped unlock over $80M in transformative urban solutions.

Alongside her is Nicholas D'Andre, former Apple Global Supply Chain Manager turned founder of Grid Matrix, whose AI-powered software is revolutionising how cities understand and manage their infrastructure.

In this episode, discover how the public and private sectors are finally breaking through bureaucratic barriers to create smarter, safer cities. From innovative funding models to cutting-edge traffic management solutions, learn how these pioneers are reshaping the relationship between government and technology startups.

Whether you're a tech entrepreneur looking to work with government, a public servant seeking innovation, or simply curious about the future of our cities, this conversation offers unprecedented insights into the new wave of urban innovation.

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