It's an HKS x GSD crossover episode today: datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/charles-wald... I had the pleasure of connecting with a colleague at the @gsd.harvard.edu, Charles Waldheim, who hosts the Future of the American City podcast.

2/ His insights on #disastermanagement and how to prevent crises are incredibly important. As he explains, we need to use people, platforms, and data together to address some of the most urgent #publichealth and environmental issues facing cities today. Subscribe to #DataSmartCityPod to hear more!

1/ I had the chance to talk with Dr. Andrew Schroeder ahead of the heat simulation workshop we're doing tomorrow, with the @centerforcities.bsky.social, The Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at @harvard.edu, and other great partners. datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/how-cities-c...

On our new #DataSmartCityPod, I spoke with frequent co-host and #govtech expert Santiago Garces datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/statgpt-futu... We spoke about #stat, #performancemanagement, and #GenAI, plus shared highlights from our recent city workshop. Listen at the link or through your preferred app

Some great lessons in here, not just for parking/curb management but also any other area that needs better management, data, and competitiveness.

Many thanks to Miguel Carrasco for coming on the #DataSmartCityPod and talking #AI, #GenAI, & #government datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/news/2025/07... Hear how officials are approaching AI responsibly, the role of AI in #servicedelivery, and what BCG's research says about #emergingtech and #trust

My latest piece on #mobility #parking and #curbmanagement, touching on the ideas of the late #DonaldShoup and looking at the potential of technology to "right size" costs and usage. datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/policy-chang...

Happy to share that my full conversation with Cleveland Mayor @justinmbibb.bsky.social is available as an episode of the #DataSmartCityPod : datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/exclusive-ma... We spoke at the African American Mayors Assoc. conference about what a mayor can do for #cleanair and #publichealth.

2/ Check out the resources for mayors we shared at the conference: datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/three-resour... And many thanks to our Community Data Health Initiative partners @envdefensefund.bsky.social @meharrymed.bsky.social and African American Mayors Association.

1/ Today is the first day of Air Quality Awareness Week #AQAW2025. At the recent African American Mayor's Association conference, I had the privilege of interviewing Mayor @justinmbibb.bsky.social about how - and why - he's addressing air pollution in Cleveland.

Many thanks to Mayors Monroe Nichols and Libby Schaaf for coming to speak at our Project on Municipal Innovation convening. Thank you for sharing your energy and passion with our attendees, and for recording an exclusive Q&A for our podcast the #DataSmartCityPod. Available wherever you listen!

This is a critical resource for mayors, providing a roadmap that will help improve resident health and well-being - as well as provide economic returns. datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/addressing-a...

A great panel today at #SmartCityExpoUSA with Shin-pei Tsay, Vítor Moreira, and Shannon Macika. Always a pleasure to talk #smartcities, #govinnovation, and bold solutions, while playing a little "smart city mythbusters."

I had a great conversation with two pillars in the field of #governmentinnovation, civic transformation, #AI #GenAI, possibility government...the list goes on, but having Mitch Weiss and @boston.gov Santiago Garces on the #DataSmartCityPod was such a treat. datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/generative-a...

A great start to the morning at our Urban Heat Resiliency Design Workshop. Supported by RWJF, our Community Data Health Initiative is dedicated to advancing city-led solutions to extreme heat, and supporting leaders in their goal to make safer, healthier cities for everyone.

This morning I was honored to host business and academic leaders from Japan, to join in conversation at at Harvard University on the best international smart city practices. A great discussion on the abilities of new technologies and artificial intelligence. #collaboration #smartcities #AI

I had a great time last week in #Milan speaking at the Feel #GovTechForum. What an exciting group to be a part of, with such global leaders in #technology, #publicpolicy and #democracy. Many thanks to Marcello Coppa and team for hosting this event.

Cameron Trimble spoke to our Chiefs of Staff network about how mayors can utilize local influencers, social media, & digital content to effectively share their messages. It was so important and relevant that I asked him to come on the #DataSmartCityPod. datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/mayors-messa...

My latest white paper, out today 👇 "The curb today is a complex place where multiple departments share jurisdiction amid competing needs of residents, businesses, and many others...the curb is more than a concrete slab. It’s a critical test of a city’s ability to execute change management."

I could have spent another hour or two talking with Sarah and Santi. Incredibly important insights that are grounded in their work with constituents, and I'm excited to see more cities adopt this type of community-driven #GenAI work.

"Procurement can power change or stand in its way." From my article about last year's GovAI Coalition panel on #GenAI and #procurement: datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/collaboratio...

"Unleashing the full power of change requires freeing federal employees to be more creative, data driven, & productive in their jobs. We need to remember that most public employees took their jobs in order to make a difference." #DOGE @harvardkennedy.bsky.social www.hks.harvard.edu/faculty-rese...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Amanda Ford, from the Mayor's Office of Innovation in San Francisco, about the principles of innovation + how to apply to our toughest urban challenges; in this case, homelessness and supporting vulnerable residents. datasmart.hks.harvard.edu/how-integrat...

I ceded my hosting duties for our first #DataSmartCityPod episode of 2025 and took on the guest role, to reflect on 2024 and discuss my predictions and ideas for this year. I hope you take a listen and let me know your thoughts - maybe even share your "lightening round" answers below!

Sharing some thoughts over at Government Technology today, reflecting on the past year and, most recently, the GovAI Coalition Summit. Many thanks @cityofsanjose.bsky.social, Mayor @mattmahansj.bsky.social, and the whole team that put this on and gave us this moment. www.govtech.com/artificial-i...

This case describes the amazing work of Mayor @michaelrbloomberg.bsky.social w/ PlaNYC. One of the world's preeminent examples of a city using regs, education + creative financing to make measurable differences in public health + serves as an example for how we are helping cities w/ similar actions.

And many thanks to Mayor @mattmahansj.bsky.social and Khaled Tawfik for bringing us to your city, and to the GovTech team for putting together such a great event.

2/ A big thank you to these powerhouse panelists, @eyalfeder.bsky.social, Arti Tangri, Carrie Bishop, and Enzhou Wang, who made moderating this session a great experience and shared fantastic insights.

1/ Moderating a great conversation today at the 2024 GovAI Coalition Summit @cityofsanjose.bsky.social and Government Technology. I had the honor of leading a data governance session discussing ethics and best practices for public sector employees on the front lines of integrating #AI and #GenAI...

Few local data officials have accomplished as much as Santiago Garces. Whether working in the South Bend for #MayorPete or as CIO of Pittsburgh or Boston, my colleague Santi shows how initiative can drive municipal progress. Listen to our podcast for ideas + insights on how GenAI impacts #localgov.

We're beginning our final day of the National Association of Counties' County Executive Roundtable with a crucially important conversation with Kimberlyn Leary, my Harvard colleague + a national leader on issues around equity, belonging, and diversity. We're delighted to have Pr. Leary speak today.

Last night was our opening keynote for the National Association of Counties' County Executive Roundtable. We were fortunate to have @dellavolpe.bsky.social speak about his research and polling work, which set a great foundation for our discussion over the next few days.

Here to talk about civic data, government innovation, and technology that improves the lives of your city residents. Great to be able to reconnect with so many folks and looking forward to meeting more of you as the community here builds.