Gianluca Galletto

Co Founder and Executive Chair / Sr. Advisor | I³/NYC / Tomorrow.City USA New York , United States of America
Gianluca Galletto

Biography

Gianluca is an economist, entrepreneur and former Wall Street executive. As CEO of DG Advisors, he guides companies, cities, and global organizations—including Tomorrow.City USA, the EU Commission, the World Bank, Amundi—on tech strategies. He previously served as advisor to NYC mayor, NYC FDI chief, and Managing Director, Tech Partnerships, at the NYC Housing Authority. He is Founder & Chair of I³/NYC, a nonprofit supporting Italy’s tech ecosystem. Author of Viva New York, with foreword by former NYC mayor, on urban transformation, holds master’s degrees from Yale and Bocconi Universities.

Sessions

16:00h
In Focus | SMART CITY EXPO

Next-Gen Technologies Rewriting Urban DNA

Carole Viaene
Carole Viaene Open Earth Foundation Strategic Partnership Lead Speaker
Gianluca Galletto
Gianluca Galletto I³/NYC / Tomorrow.City USA Co Founder and Executive Chair / Sr. Advisor Moderator
Mario Kainz
Mario Kainz Ekin Europe GMBH Business Development Director Speaker
Roberta D'Angiolella
Roberta D'Angiolella IEECP Senior Comms Expert Speaker
Viktor Svärm
Viktor Svärm Axis Communications Portfolio Strategy Solutions Engineer EMEA Speaker

#Blockchain, #IOT, #Quantum Computing

2025-11-04 16:00 2025-11-04 16:45 Europe/Madrid Next-Gen Technologies Rewriting Urban DNA

Which emerging disruptive technologies will reshape smart cities? From 5G and IoT to blockchain and quantum computing, enhanced connectivity is driving unprecedented innovation. Urban leaders are actively working to integrate these technologies, transforming infrastructure and services to create more connected, efficient, and future-ready cities.

Stage: Tech X Cities
Tue 4 16:00h - 16:45h Stage: Tech X Cities All Passes
10:30h
Thematic Keynote | SMART CITY EXPO

Agenda 2030: From Global Goals to Urban Action

Bárbara Pons
Bárbara Pons Centro Iberoamericano de Desarrollo Estratégico Urbano Secretary General Speaker
Gianluca Galletto
Gianluca Galletto I³/NYC / Tomorrow.City USA Co Founder and Executive Chair / Sr. Advisor Moderator

#Accountability, #Climate Crisis, #Urban Resilience

2025-11-05 10:30 2025-11-05 10:50 Europe/Madrid Agenda 2030: From Global Goals to Urban Action

Cities are facing the realities of climate change, and the 2030 Agenda offers a shared framework for action and accountability. This session explores how urban leaders translate global goals into local strategies, integrating climate resilience, innovation, and inclusive planning. It will highlight how governance, collaboration, and long-term vision turn sustainability commitments into measurable urban transformation.

Stage: Clean Cities
Wed 5 10:30h - 10:50h Stage: Clean Cities All Passes
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