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Julio De Salvo

Chief Solution Officer for MENA & APAC | Globant Dubai , United Arab Emirates

Biography

Today, Julio is leading the next phase of Globant’s expansion in the dynamic MENA and APAC regions. Over the past three years, he has played a key role in securing multi-year programs to build and deploy digital ecosystems that positively impact millions, including work on five Saudi giga projects. His current efforts include Globant’s partnership with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to drive a comprehensive technological shift in sectors like gaming, media and entertainment, and tourism.

Sessions

14:20h

Thematic Keynote | SMART CITY EXPO

From Sports Venues to Entertainment Cities: How Tech-Powered Frictionless Experiences Are Transforming Industries

Anna González Anteverti Senior Consultant and Project Manager Moderator

Julio De Salvo Globant Chief Solution Officer for MENA & APAC Speaker

#Artificial Intelligence, #City Platforms, #Data Analytics, #Smart Environments

2025-11-05 14:20 2025-11-05 14:40 Europe/Madrid From Sports Venues to Entertainment Cities: How Tech-Powered Frictionless Experiences Are Transforming Industries

The future of cities is experiential, blending technology, entertainment, sports, and urban life into seamless, connected ecosystems. In this keynote, Julio de Salvo, Chief Solution Officer for MENA & APAC at Globant, explores how AI, data, and design create frictionless experiences that redefine living, playing, and connecting. Showcasing Globant’s work at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles and Qiddiya in Saudi Arabia, attendees will see how human-centered innovation enhances personalization, connectivity, and engagement. The session highlights how smart cities are evolving to be adaptive, sustainable, and emotionally intelligent, setting new global standards for experience-driven urban design.

Stage: Tech X Cities

Wed 5 14:20h - 14:40h Stage: Tech X Cities All Passes

11:20h

Thematic Roundtable | TOMORROW.BUILDING

When Cities Think: How Smart Infrastructure Transforms Urban Living

Adriano Silva Joinville City Hall Mayor Speaker

Julio De Salvo Globant Chief Solution Officer for MENA & APAC Speaker

Mohammed Dhaifallah Alotaibi Eastern Province Municipality Head of Smart City Solutions Speaker

Petra Hurtado American Planning Association Chief Foresight and Knowledge Officer Speaker

Romullo Baratto ArchDaily Project Manager Moderator

#Community Facilities, #Hospitals, #Resilient Infrastructures

2025-11-06 11:20 2025-11-06 12:05 Europe/Madrid When Cities Think: How Smart Infrastructure Transforms Urban Living

Innovation in large-scale infrastructures is key to creating safer, more sustainable, and efficient urban facilities—from hospitals to community centers. By leveraging advanced technologies and smart design, cities can build resilience and better serve evolving needs. How can these innovations ensure infrastructures adapt to the future of urban living?

Stage: Infrastructure & Building

Thu 6 11:20h - 12:05h Stage: Infrastructure & Building All Passes