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Lina Liakou

Global Director, Network Engagement and Regional Director, Europe and the Middle East | Resilient Cities Network Thessaloniki, Greece

Biography

Lina leads the resilience practice in Europe and the Middle East for the Resilient Cities Network. She is also responsible for the organization’s global governance, city engagement and knowledge. Before joining R-Cities, Lina was Deputy Mayor and Chief Resilience Officer for the City of Thessaloniki, Greece.

Sessions

16:50h

In Focus | SMART CITY EXPO

Risk and Resilience Governance: Sub-national Government Is the Glue

Lina Liakou Resilient Cities Network Global Director, Network Engagement and Regional Director, Europe and the Middle East Chair

Brian Pottle Katinnganiq Makerspace Network Executive director Speaker

Jennifer Angel Evergreen CEO Speaker

Genesis Gavino Dallas City Chief Resilience Officer Speaker

08-11-2023 16:50 08-11-2023 17:35 Europe/Madrid Risk and Resilience Governance: Sub-national Government Is the Glue

What is a CRO and what do they do? How can resilience be institutionalised at smaller scales scales? How can resilience institutionalisation leverage and build on indigenous knowledge? Through the representation from indigenous communities, cities and territories, this session will showcase experiences first-hand while regional and international organisations will offer a global perspective.

Hall 1 | Congress Room: Red

Wed 8 16:50h - 17:35h Hall 1 | Congress Room: Red Full Congress Pass

12:30h

Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Building Climate Resilience: Unleashing Innovation in Cities

Lina Liakou Resilient Cities Network Global Director, Network Engagement and Regional Director, Europe and the Middle East Chair

Stella Psaropoulou City of Thessaloniki Deputy Chief Resilience Officer Speaker

Jaume Piera The Spanish National Research Council (Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas-CSIC) Ternured Scientist & Research group leader Speaker

Gerardo Anzaldúa BRIGAID Connect and Senior Fellow at Ecologic Institute Co-Founder Speaker

Eleni Fotopoulou Institute of Communication and Computer Systems Senior Researcher Speaker

08-11-2023 12:30 08-11-2023 13:15 Europe/Madrid Building Climate Resilience: Unleashing Innovation in Cities

The panel discussion will provide a platform for thought-provoking discussions and knowledge sharing among innovation experts, urban practitioners and city representatives. By exploring state-of-the-art innovations, identifying gaps, and showcasing successful examples from cities and regions around the world, participants will be inspired to drive climate resilience through innovative solutions. The discussion will underline the critical role of innovation in accelerating climate resilience efforts in cities.

Hall 2 | Congress Room: Green

Wed 8 12:30h - 13:15h Hall 2 | Congress Room: Green Full Congress Pass