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Day 1Smarter Cities for a Sustainable Future

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The IBM Summit at StartSmarter cities for a sustainable future – Day 1 (September 8th) in BriefThe participantsOur audience will comprise:

Senior city leaders and decision makers from a selection of UK cities from both the public and private sector

Key influencers on national city strategy development and decision- making (including academics, think tanks and NGO’s)

Policy makers and influencers Private sector city developers, utilities and employers

The key questions & Themes What are the challenges affecting UK city leaders today? What is the impact of the current economic climate? How will the new coalition government & the need for public sector

spending cuts effect the development of cities? Why cities are so important - their increasingly important role in shaping

the prosperity & health of the nation Importance for cities to differentiate themselves and have a compelling

and engaging vision / brand Place - Infrastructure, buildings, parks, ambience, noise, smell, transport,

things to see and do, overall ‘feel / buzz’ of a city. Economy - Sustainable economic growth within a city, inter-city co-

operation and competition, heritage versus re-invention Community - Looking after communities, giving them an environment to

thrive and add value to society, enabling innovation and diversity, connecting people with people, promoting the voluntary sector, enabling communities to be more "self-sufficient" in tackling social deprivation.

Wellbeing - Individual wellbeing and fulfilment within a city, being healthier, feeling safer, opportunity to participate in cultural and leisure activities, having the skills, knowledge and life chances to succeed within the city environment.

The outcomesThe beginning of a series of on-going dialogues between civically minded city leaders and stakeholders who want a part in shaping the future of our cities towards a sustainable future, who will develop a coordinated approach to what's required to prepare our cities for the 22nd century.

Why attend? Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss and collaborate with other senior leaders, develop new actionable ideas for enhancing the sustainability and “liveability” of UK cities for citizens. Be inspired by forward-thinking speakers, explore new ways of working across public and private sector boundaries and discuss the obstacles that might get in the way and how they can be overcome

Welcome and Introduction Stephen Leonard IBM UK CEO

Keynotes include:1) The international contextGinni Rometty, Global VP Sales, IBM2) The challenges effecting UK cities todayMartin Powell, London Mayor’s Environment Advisor3) Why cities and why now?Nigel Hugill, Chair of the Board, Centre for Cities

Four short sharp 15 minute presentations on the followingelements of cities followed by a “Question Time” style paneldiscussion1) Place: George Clark- Architect, TV presenter and patron of civic trust awards scheme2) Economy: Hamish McRae - Author & futurologist, associate editor of The Independent3) Community: Chris Murray - Director Core Cities Group4) Wellbeing: Emma Harrison,CBE – Award winning entrepreneur and chair of A4e * Additional Panel guests: Tony Juniper – Environmentalist; WayneHemmingway - Designer and Entrepreneur* Panel Chair: Sarah Mukherjee - BBC Journalist (tbc)

As a result, leaders have seen a vision for a sustainable future, begun to build a path to achieve it, and started to collaborate in a different way. They come away with a view of two key questions:

What will we start? What questions do we need to answer to help us move forward?

Note: Speakers subject to confirmation

Closing speech & drinks reception

Location and timingThe Summit will take place on September 8th in Lancaster House off the Mall in Central London. The session will start with keynote presentations at 9:30 the formal session will finish at 5pm and all attendees are then invited to join us for a drinks reception

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Further information on our speakers and panellists

Martin Powell

http://www.lda.gov.uk/about-the-lda/organisation-structure/martin-powell.aspx

Nigel Hugill

http://www.centreforcities.org/nigel.html

George Clarke http://www.georgeclarke.co.uk/about-george/georges-charity/

Hamish McRaehttp://www.speakers.co.uk/csaWeb/speaker,HAMMCR

Chris Murrayhttp://www.corecities.com/dev07/Introduction/about.html

Emma Harrisonhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emma_harrison_a4e

Tony Juniper

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tony_Juniper

Wayne Hemingwayhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wayne_Hemingway & http://www.hemingwaydesign.co.uk/

• Mini-biographies to be developed to supplement publicly available information

We fill in as best we can and then ask for review by speakers - supplement to mini bios?

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Executive Summary

Overview: The first day (Smarter Cities for a sustainable future) will look at how can we create a sustainable city in the current economic climate and we’ll make a bold start to answering this question by examining how to get the whole city involved.

Expected outcomes: On going dialogue between civically minded city leaders and stakeholders who want a part in shaping the future of our cities towards a sustainable future, who will develop a coordinated approach to what's required to prepare our cities for the 22nd century.

Why attend: You will have the opportunity to discuss and collaborate with other senior leaders, develop new actionable ideas for enhancing the sustainability and “livability” of UK cities for citizens. Be inspired by forward-thinking speakers, explore new ways of working across public and private sector boundaries and discuss the obstacles that might get in the way and how they can be overcome.

How will this stimulate action? Aside from the networking opportunities that this event provides, participants will be able to submit “pledges” on the day and connect with like-minded individuals over a particular challenge, programme or initiative on a large wall at the event. There will also be the opportunity to submit questions for the panel discussion in the afternoon.

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Agenda (client facing version) - wip09:00 – 09:30 Coffee and Welcome address Stephen Leonard – CEO IBM UK & Ireland

09:30 – 10:00 Keynote address 1 “The international context” Ginni Rometty – WW Vice President Sales IBM

10:30 – 10:35 Video 1 Introducing the Smarter City

10:35 – 11:20 Keynote 2 “The challenges facing UK cities today” Martin Powell, Mayoral advisor on the Environment

11:20 – 11:35 Break

11:35 – 12:15 Why cities & why now? Nigel Hugill – Chair of the Board, Centre for Cities

Simon Humberstone - Local Government Lead Executive IBM UK

12:15 – 12:20 Video 2 Public private partnerships – Sustainable Glasgow

12:20 – 13:30 Lunch

13:30 – 13:40 Welcome back – recap of afternoon agenda and methods of contributing / stimulating action at the event

Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

13:40 – 14:00 Place George Clarke – Architect, TV presenter

14:00 – 14:20 Economy Hamish McRae – Financial journalist & commentator

14:20 – 14:25 Video 3 CovJam – Putting citizens in the driving seat

14:25 – 14:45 Community Chris Murray – Director of Core Cities

14:45 – 15:05 Wellbeing Emma Harrison – Entrepreneur and chair of A4e

15:05 – 15:10 Video 4 Practical sustainability

15:10 – 15:30 Break

15:30 – 16:30 Panel discussion A Panel of speaker from earlier in the day plus Tony Juniper and Wayne Hemingway

16:30 – 17:00 Closing thoughts & summary of the day

17:00 Drinks reception Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

****All times TBC****

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START – Cities Day: Detailed Agenda – Morning

9:30 – 10:00 Welcome coffee

10:00 – 10:10 Start welcome address Stephen Leonard – Chief Executive - IBM UK Ltd

10:10 – 10:20 Agenda & overview of the day Fraser Davidson – VP Local Government IBM UK Ltd

Introduce Ginni Rometty Fraser Davidson – VP Local Government IBM UK Ltd

10:20 – 10:50 Keynote address 1 “The international context” Ginni Rometty – WW Vice President Sales IBM

10:50 – 10:55 Film 1 Introducing the smarter city

Introduce Martin Powell Fraser Davidson – VP Local Government IBM UK Ltd

10:55 – 11:25 Keynote 2 “The challenges facing UK cities today” Martin Powell – London Development Agency

Introduce break – reminder about pledges / wall etc Fraser Davidson – VP Local Government IBM UK Ltd

11:25 – 11:45 Break

11:45 – 12:25 Why cities and why now? Nigel Hugill – Chair of the Board, Centre for Cities

Simon Humberstone - Local Government IBM UK

12:25 – 12:30 Film 2 Public private partnerships – Sustainable Glasgow

Introduce lunch – reminder about pledges / wall and panel questions etc

Fraser Davidson – VP Local Government IBM UK Ltd

12:30 – 13:30 Lunch

UPDATED – To be confirmed with Fraser


13:30 – 13:35 Welcome back – afternoon agenda setting Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

Introduce George Clark Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

13:35 – 13:55 Place George Clark – Architect and TV Presenter

Introduce Hamish McRae Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

13:55 – 14:15 Economy Hamish McRae – Economist & Futureologist

14:15 – 14:20 Film 3 CovJam – Putting citizens in the driving seat

Introduce Chris Murray Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

14:20 – 14:40 Community Chris Murray – Core Cities

Introduce Emma Harrison Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

14:40 – 15:00 Well Being Emma Harrison CBE – Entrepreneur and chairman of A4e

15:00 – 15:05 Film 4 Practical sustainability

Introduce Break / reminder about panel discussion logistics Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

15:05 – 15:25 Break

15:25 – 15:30 Introduce panel discussion Fraser Davidson – Vice President, Local Government IBM UK

15:30 – 16:30 Panel Discussion Wayne Hemmingway, Hamish McRae, Chris Murray, Emma Harrison, Tony Juniper

16:30 – 17:00 Closing thoughts Fraser Davidson – VP Local Government IBM UK Ltd

17:00 > Drinks reception All

START – Cities Day: Detailed Agenda – Afternoon UPDATED – To be confirmed with Fraser


Keynote speech – Setting the scene for the day within an international context

Discussion points

Setting the scene – why is IBM interested in cities?

An international context – What are the challenges facing mayors and city leaders around the world?

What are the top 3-5 issues which city leaders world wide are looking to address now and in the future?

Examples of best practice around the world – How is IBM using its global reach to share and use best practice?

Any anecdotal thoughts/comments from city leaders attending the Berlin, New York or Shanghai events which would be interesting for UK city leaders to hear

Who From

Speaker Ginni Rometty IBM


Keynote speech – The challenges effecting UK cities today

Debate points

What are the challenges effecting UK city leaders today?

What is the impact of the current economic climate?

How will the new coalition government & the need for public sector spending cuts effect the development of cities?

The impact of: aging population, waste disposal, social policy – and how to you have real meaningful engagement with the public?

Why cities are so important - their increasingly important role in shaping the prosperity & health of the nation

What does the future hold for London?

Who From

Speaker Martin Powell Mayor of London’s Environment advisor


Why cities & why now (placeholder)Topics to cover

The historical context of cities, where have they come from, why are they important and why should we be thinking about their development now?

Importance for cities to differentiate themselves and have a brand strategy – increased city competition

What is IBM’s role in cities - Introduce the IBM 4 bubble strategy & why we believe this is the model for building the sustainable cities of the future

Developing a coherent strategy / funding of these projects / finding the right solutions for your city

Introduce the idea of the “city club” for civically minded individuals who, like their Victorian counterparts want a stake in shaping the future of cities towards a sustainable future

The “club” will provide a mechanism for people to have a co-ordinated view of what’s required to make our cities sustainable – this might include changes to government policy

Speaker From

IBM Simon Humberstone IBM

Centre for cities Nigel Hugill CEO Centre for Cities

To be discussed with C4C and Simon – will be updated

> Rhian / Frank


Bubble 1 - Place

OverviewInfrastructure, buildings, parks, ambience, noise, smell, transport, things to see and do, overall "feel / buzz" of a city.

Discussion topics to cover

What makes a city feel liveable?

how we design our cities to make them great places to live and work, so that citizens feel proud of their cities physical environment.

The future of city planning

The life and vibrancy of a city comes partly from the appearance of its buildings, streets and spaces, but mainly from its uses and activities, and most importantly its people.

Moving between places needs to be convenient, safe, pleasant and easy for pedestrians, cyclists, public transport users, and other vehicles in our city, balancing the needs of all types of transport.

Who From

Speaker George Clarke TV (Restoration Man)

Outline ideas – to be verified with George C

> Rhian


Bubble 2 - Economy

Overview

Sustainable economic growth within a city, inter-city co-operation and competition, heritage versus re-invention....


In the twenty-first century, growth, economic value and competitive differentiation of cities will increasingly be derived from people and their skills, creativity and knowledge, as well as the capacity of the economy to create and absorb innovation. To compete in this new economic environment, cities will need to better apply advanced information technology, analytics and systems thinking to develop a more citizen-centric approach to services. By doing so, they can better attract, create, enable and retain their citizens’ skills, knowledge and creativity

How will the current economic climate effect the development of sustainable cities?

UK cities role in the global economy – competing for business

Economic sustainability

How can the Public & Private sector work together to support positive urban growth?

What can cities do to improve their economic performance?

Who From

Speaker Hamish McRae Financial journalist & Commentator

Outline ideas only – to be verified with Hamish

> Rhian


Bubble 3 - Community

OverviewLooking after communities, giving them an environment to thrive and add value to society, enabling innovation and diversity, connecting people with people, promoting the voluntary sector, enabling communities to be more "self-sufficient" in tackling social deprivation.


What are the pressures facing local communities

As city communities continue to grow and change in diversity, how can they remain relaxed and at peace, with a strong sense of place and citizens able to get along with each other?

With the key question of immigration and diversity in the media spotlight how can cities build or maintain a good track record in community relations.

What is the meaning of community spirit in today’s city?

What are the strengths and challenges of having such as rich and diverse community of people from different backgrounds living in our cities?

How can we improve the partnership between local communities, public services and policing in our cities

Who From

Speaker Chris Murray Core Cities

Outline ideas only – to be verified with Chris M

> Frank


Bubble 4 – Well being

Overview

Individual wellbeing and fulfilment within a city, being healthier, feeling safer, opportunity to participate in cultural and leisure activities, having the skills and knowledge to succeed within the city environment, individual opportunity


What are the opportunities and barriers within health & social care, public safety, education and skills that impact the the ability of a UK city to thrive in 21st century

What does the new Government's concept of "the Big Society“ really mean for the residents of Britain’s cities? Is this a valid long term / sustainable vision?

What are the key things that we must do across all sectors to give more hope to citizens of cities and give them the support that they need to prosper and lead fulfilling lives and make a positive contribution to society, economic development and the environment.

Who From

Speaker Emma Harrison A4e

Outline ideas only – to be verified with Emma H

> Frank

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Question Time panel discussion

Questions will be taken from the audience

Additional topics to cover:

Public Private Partnerships

Where should the risk lie for multi-agency city projects

How the 4 “bubbles” and sustainability weave together

Who From

Chair tbc tbc

Panellist 1 Wayne Hemingway Designer

Panellist 2 Hamish McRae Financial journalist & commentator

Panellist 3 Chris Murray Core Cities

Panellist 4 Emma Harrison A4e

Panellist 5 Tony Juniper Campaigner, writer & environmentalist

Pos add Nigel Hugill to Panel – Rhian to check


Closing thoughts – Summary of the day

Discussion points

Key topics which have emerged throughout the day

Thoughts, challenges, policy issues, debates to take forward to Day 9

Calls to action: e.g. summary of connections made via Magnetic Wall and Arch and separate journalist discussions over lunch (e.g. with Kevin McCloud) – next steps for IBM in developing the various elements of dialogue i.e. “city club”)

Thanks on behalf of the IBM team

Invite attendees to the drinks reception

Who From

Speaker Fraser Davidson IBM

UPDATED – further updates required


Videos

Video theme Key messages For use….

The historical context & changing nature of cities

3-5 minutes long

How cities build and develop over time

The decisions we make now will define what our cities look & feel like into the 22nd century

Why now is a defining moment

Just as the great exhibition of 1851 was about a moment in time, so now is a moment in time to act

The impact of the current economic climate on cities – Is there a way around it and how do cities plan for the future

Beginning of day before Keynote

CovJam – Engaging citizens Case study of the recent CovJam featuring Martin Reeves CEO Coventry City Council & Patrick Smith IBM

Interspersed between the 4 x15 bubble talks

Making public / Private partnerships work

Sustainable Glasgow – best practice example Interspersed between the 4 x15 bubble talks

Progress in action – The Peterborough story

Where they started from & where they are today

The partnership approach (Opportunity Peterborough, Royal Haskoning, Green Ventures & IBM)

Showing data in a visual way to make informed city decisions

Interspersed between the 4 x15 bubble talks


Outcomes

Attendees – On going dialogue between civically minded city leaders and stake holders who want a part in shaping the future of our cities towards a sustainable future, who will develop a coordinated approach to what's required to prepare our cities for the 22nd century.

Cities who can’t attend but are interested – Arrange to bring a mini START workshop to their cities?

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