CompTIA Sharkbytes

CompTIA Sharkbytes


Innovation at Work Utilizing Smart City Thinking and Action

September 02, 2021

A conversation Emily Yates, Smart City Director, Innovation Management, Office of Innovation & Technology, City of Philadelphia    

A Fascinating discussion with practical real-life examples of innovation at work in the City/County of Philadelphia. This year the Philly won a coveted PTI Solutions Award which will be explained in this podcast. Emily Yates is a highly skilled urban policy professional with over fifteen years of project management, economic development, sustainable planning, and design experience. She has advanced knowledge in the transatlantic urban agenda with a focus on resiliency and revitalization policy, facilitating cross-sector collaboration and partnerships, and implementing civic engagement strategies which have brought vibrancy to local communities.