PHOENIX - Arizonar -- The Arizona Technology Council is excited to announce its upcoming 2024 Smart City + IoT Conference, where the latest innovations in communication technology will be showcased as attendees discover how these advancements are transforming urban landscapes into smart, connected communities. In partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, the event will convene key players from across the smart city and IoT (internet of things) sectors on Sept. 19, 2024, at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center.

Among the featured speakers are:

• Marisa Walker, executive vice president, Infrastructure, and executive director, Institute of Automated Mobility (IAM)
• Dean Duncan, managing director, The Greater Phoenix Connective, Partnership for Economic Innovation
• Larry Head, professor of systems and industrial engineering, and director of the Craig M. Berge Engineering Design Program, The University of Arizona
• Dario Solis, business development director – Innovation Technology Partnerships, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, Arizona State University

The event will cover critical topics, including:

• AI Accelerating Smart City Deployment & Data Sharing
• Advanced Technology & IoT
• Arizona Broadband & Digital Equity Initiatives

"This is one of our favorite conferences of the year as Arizona has become a premier national leader in the smart cities and IoT sector," said Steven G. Zylstra, president and CEO of the Council and SciTech Institute. "We are thrilled to bring together such a distinguished group of innovators and thought leaders to drive discussions that will shape the future of smart cities."

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The Smart Cities + IoT Conference aims to foster collaboration among industry professionals and offer educational insights into the rapid advancements of the industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with leading experts and gain knowledge in interactive sessions and presentations.

To learn about the Council's IoT + Smart Committee or to explore the list of upcoming events and summits, please visit the website at www.aztechcouncil.org/.