Mayor Harrell to lead national collaboration, driving transformative urban innovation for smarter, inclusive cities
The U.S. Roundtable proudly announces Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell as the Honorary Chair and Champion Host for the 2024-2025 term. In this key leadership role, Mayor Harrell will support collaboration among mayors across the country, inspiring positive transformation in cities through innovative ideas. Our mission is to drive urban leaders toward a shared vision of smarter, more inclusive cities by fostering technology that addresses today’s challenges and builds a more sustainable future. Under Mayor Harrell’s guidance, mayors will unite to deliver impactful, lasting changes that improve the quality of life in communities nationwide.
Rebuilding Our Future Cities Together: Latest from the U.S. Roundtable
At the US Roundtable, we are committed to inspiring meaningful engagement among city leaders and fostering innovations that transform the way we live. Our participation in global events is centered on introducing practical solutions to address urban challenges while optimizing efficiency, sustainability, and profitability. By implementing cutting-edge technologies, we help cities offset costs, deliver advanced services, and create positive, lasting impacts on the lives of their residents.
Through collaboration with mayors, technologists, and public-private partners, we build intelligent city ecosystems that support sustainable growth and inclusivity. Our work advances the digital transformation of cities, empowering urban areas to make data-driven decisions that enhance quality of life while ensuring long-term sustainability and equity.
As we attend key conferences worldwide, we challenge our technology partners to rethink traditional funding models and explore new ways to scale solutions across cities and communities. From energy management and intelligent infrastructure to mobility, connectivity, and smart government platforms, we are shaping the future of cities through smarter governance and sustainable innovation.
Through collaboration with mayors, technologists, and public-private partners, we build intelligent city ecosystems that support sustainable growth and inclusivity. Our work advances the digital transformation of cities, empowering urban areas to make data-driven decisions that enhance quality of life while ensuring long-term sustainability and equity.
As we attend key conferences worldwide, we challenge our technology partners to rethink traditional funding models and explore new ways to scale solutions across cities and communities. From energy management and intelligent infrastructure to mobility, connectivity, and smart government platforms, we are shaping the future of cities through smarter governance and sustainable innovation.
Recent Highlights:
Smart City Expo World Congress 2023 (November 7-9, 2023, Barcelona):
At this world-leading event, George Burciaga was honored with the Global Governance and Economy Award. Our focus was on exploring how AI, intelligent infrastructure, and digital tools can improve public safety and streamline city operations. The event gathered global thought leaders to exchange ideas on sustainable city growth and technology’s role in creating more inclusive urban environments.
US Conference of Mayors (Spring 2024, Kansas City, MO):
Our participation in the US Conference of Mayors enabled us to engage with city leaders and explore policy innovations that advance smart city strategies. The event fostered collaboration around new technologies that support smarter governance and resilient cities.
Experiencia Puerto Rico Conference 2024 (August 27, 2024, San Juan, Puerto Rico):
Bringing together over 50 mayors from the U.S. and Latin America, this event focused on economic development, small business transformation, and cross-border collaboration. George Burciaga led discussions emphasizing the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing urban challenges and improving residents' quality of life.
Upcoming Events:
Future of Mobility Summit (October 30, 2024, Miami, FL):
This summit will gather global experts on urban mobility to explore innovations in AI, digital twins, and air mobility. George Burciaga will moderate a panel featuring experts from AWS, Dell Technologies, and NVIDIA to discuss the future of mobility infrastructure in cities.
Smart City Expo World Congress 2024 (November 5-7, 2024, Barcelona, Spain):
We will once again participate in the Smart City Expo World Congress. This year, our Global Flagship Roundtable session on November 6 will feature leaders from cities like Chicago, LA, Denver, and Atlanta. Discussions will focus on scaling AI, sustainable infrastructure, and smart governance across cities.
U.S. Mayoral Roundtable 2024 (November 18, 2024, Virtual):
Roundtable Overview:
Join us for the U.S. Mayoral Roundtable virtual session, "Leveraging Advanced Technology and AI: Strengthening Public-Private Partnerships," in collaboration with the Smart City Expo World Congress. This discussion will highlight the role of AI in urban development.
U.S. MAYORAL ROUNDTABLE #8 | LEVERAGING ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND AI – Tomorrow.City – The biggest platform about urban innovation
Host: Mayor Bruce Harrell, Seattle
Co-Host: George Burciaga, Managing Partner of the U.S. Roundtable
Guest Mayors:
Smart Cities Connect 2024 (December 2024, Austin, TX):
In December, we will attend Smart Cities Connect in Austin. The event will focus on scaling cutting-edge technologies, including energy management and intelligent infrastructure. George Burciaga will moderate a panel featuring thought leaders from NVIDIA, Dell, and Google, focusing on AI’s role in transforming city infrastructure.
Stay Connected:
Visit this page regularly for updates on our transformative initiatives and global engagements as we continue to lead smart city innovation and foster sustainable, equitable growth for all communities.
Smart City Expo World Congress 2023 (November 7-9, 2023, Barcelona):
At this world-leading event, George Burciaga was honored with the Global Governance and Economy Award. Our focus was on exploring how AI, intelligent infrastructure, and digital tools can improve public safety and streamline city operations. The event gathered global thought leaders to exchange ideas on sustainable city growth and technology’s role in creating more inclusive urban environments.
US Conference of Mayors (Spring 2024, Kansas City, MO):
Our participation in the US Conference of Mayors enabled us to engage with city leaders and explore policy innovations that advance smart city strategies. The event fostered collaboration around new technologies that support smarter governance and resilient cities.
Experiencia Puerto Rico Conference 2024 (August 27, 2024, San Juan, Puerto Rico):
Bringing together over 50 mayors from the U.S. and Latin America, this event focused on economic development, small business transformation, and cross-border collaboration. George Burciaga led discussions emphasizing the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing urban challenges and improving residents' quality of life.
Upcoming Events:
Future of Mobility Summit (October 30, 2024, Miami, FL):
This summit will gather global experts on urban mobility to explore innovations in AI, digital twins, and air mobility. George Burciaga will moderate a panel featuring experts from AWS, Dell Technologies, and NVIDIA to discuss the future of mobility infrastructure in cities.
Smart City Expo World Congress 2024 (November 5-7, 2024, Barcelona, Spain):
We will once again participate in the Smart City Expo World Congress. This year, our Global Flagship Roundtable session on November 6 will feature leaders from cities like Chicago, LA, Denver, and Atlanta. Discussions will focus on scaling AI, sustainable infrastructure, and smart governance across cities.
U.S. Mayoral Roundtable 2024 (November 18, 2024, Virtual):
Roundtable Overview:
Join us for the U.S. Mayoral Roundtable virtual session, "Leveraging Advanced Technology and AI: Strengthening Public-Private Partnerships," in collaboration with the Smart City Expo World Congress. This discussion will highlight the role of AI in urban development.
U.S. MAYORAL ROUNDTABLE #8 | LEVERAGING ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND AI – Tomorrow.City – The biggest platform about urban innovation
Host: Mayor Bruce Harrell, Seattle
Co-Host: George Burciaga, Managing Partner of the U.S. Roundtable
Guest Mayors:
- Mayor Ron Nirenberg, San Antonio, TX
- Mayor Victoria Woodards, Tacoma, WA
- Mayor Justin Bibb, Cleveland, OH
Smart Cities Connect 2024 (December 2024, Austin, TX):
In December, we will attend Smart Cities Connect in Austin. The event will focus on scaling cutting-edge technologies, including energy management and intelligent infrastructure. George Burciaga will moderate a panel featuring thought leaders from NVIDIA, Dell, and Google, focusing on AI’s role in transforming city infrastructure.
Stay Connected:
Visit this page regularly for updates on our transformative initiatives and global engagements as we continue to lead smart city innovation and foster sustainable, equitable growth for all communities.
U.S. Roundtable Press Hub: Driving Smart City Innovation Through Collaboration
Welcome to the US Roundtable Press Hub, where we showcase the latest press releases and news highlighting our leadership in advancing smart city innovation across the United States. Through dynamic public-private partnerships, the US Roundtable collaborates with city leaders, technology pioneers, and urban strategists to introduce transformative solutions. These innovations improve city services, enhance public safety, and elevate the quality of life for residents. By engaging in global forums and events, the US Roundtable empowers cities to adopt cutting-edge technologies such as AI, intelligent infrastructure, and energy management systems, ensuring a sustainable, equitable future. Explore our recent updates and discover how we are driving the future of urban development.
