Vanessa Velasco Bernal

District of Habitat | Secretary Bogota, Colombia
Vanessa Velasco Bernal

Biography

Architect and expert in urban policies and land markets. Currently serving as the Secretary of Habitat in Bogotá, she has worked at the World Bank as an urban development specialist. Specialized in land markets and policies, housing, regeneration, and urban development.

Sessions

15:30h
Thematic Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Circularity as the New Paradigm for Sustainable Growth

Maíta Fernández-Armesto Sánchez
Maíta Fernández-Armesto Sánchez Barcelona City Council Director of Public Space Chair
Vanessa Velasco Bernal
Vanessa Velasco Bernal Secretary District of Habitat Speaker
Amy Aussieker
Amy Aussieker Envision Charlotte Executive Director Speaker
John Roberson
John Roberson City of Chicago Chief Operating Officer Speaker
Oriana Romano
Oriana Romano OECD Head of Unit Water Governance, Blue and Circular Economy Cities, Urban Policies, and Sustainable Development Division Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities Speaker

#Circularity, #Waste Management, #Water Management

05-11-2024 15:30 05-11-2024 16:15 Europe/Madrid Circularity as the New Paradigm for Sustainable Growth

Increasing environmental pressures are changing the collection of natural resources, and circular practices are an efficient, green solution. These practices provide food security, water management, and waste reduction. What innovative strategies promote circularity in urban resource management? How can this approach address environmental, social, and economic challenges?

Hall 3 | Congress: Green Room
Tue 5 15:30h - 16:15h Hall 3 | Congress: Green Room Full Congress Pass
16:30h
In Focus | TOMORROW.BUILDING

Transforming our Neighbourhoods: How to Get People and Politicians Onboard?

Camille Tallon
Camille Tallon C40 Manager for Urban Planning Chair
Washington Fajardo
Washington Fajardo Inter-American Development Bank Architect and Urbanist Speaker
Vanessa Velasco Bernal
Vanessa Velasco Bernal Secretary District of Habitat Speaker
Maurizio Veloccia
Maurizio Veloccia City of Rome Deputy Mayor for Urban Planning Speaker
David Martinez
David Martinez City of Barcelona Chief City Planner Speaker

#Citizen Engagement, #Collaboration, #Smart Infrastructures, #Street Design, #Urban Planning

05-11-2024 16:30 05-11-2024 17:15 Europe/Madrid Transforming our Neighbourhoods: How to Get People and Politicians Onboard?

Urban transformation often faces hurdles in gaining community buy-in and navigating political landscapes. A way to bridge the gap between aspirations for change and the reality of implementation remains in communicating well about the co-benefits of the urban design changes. In this session, C40 will delve into the critical question of garnering support from both residents and political decision-makers to create green and thriving neighborhoods.

Hall 3 | Congress: Tomorrow.Building Room
Tue 5 16:30h - 17:15h Hall 3 | Congress: Tomorrow.Building Room Tomorrow.Building & Full Congress passes
13:40h
In Focus | TOMORROW.BUILDING

Navigating the Digital Age of PropTech and Real Estate

Areti Markopoulou
Areti Markopoulou IAAC Academic Director Chair
Michael Lee
Michael Lee WE Wumbo Group Pty Ltd Chief Executive Speaker
Vanessa Velasco Bernal
Vanessa Velasco Bernal Secretary District of Habitat Speaker
Ahmed Al Korbi
Ahmed Al Korbi Msheireb Properties Senior Manager – Information & Communication Technology Speaker
Maha Al Saud
Maha Al Saud ROSHN Group Manager, Emerging Technologies Speaker

#Innovative Housing Models, #Property Management, #Urban Facility Management

06-11-2024 13:40 06-11-2024 14:25 Europe/Madrid Navigating the Digital Age of PropTech and Real Estate

What emerging trends and technological advancements are influencing property management and utilization? This session explores the latest innovations in real estate, covering asset management, housing, and collaborative tools. Gain insights into how these technologies are reshaping lifestyles and work environments, providing a comprehensive look at the future of real estate in a technology-driven world.

This session will feature the participation of our global partners ROSHN

Hall 3 | Congress: Tomorrow.Building Room
Wed 6 13:40h - 14:25h Hall 3 | Congress: Tomorrow.Building Room Tomorrow.Building & Full Congress passes
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