Workshop
Online
On-demand
Cities ABC — A workshop that broadens your understanding of business opportunities in cities and gives you tools to address stakeholders.
Henrique Nascimento
With Company, Lisbon PT
Jonas Schorr
Urban Impact, Berlin DE
About this learning experience
Who will you learn with?
This workshop is designed to broaden your understanding of business opportunities in urban areas while equipping you with the strategies necessary to effectively engage with various stakeholders.
In our daily work, we see how difficult it can be to fully understand the dynamics of urban ecosystems. Each city constitutes a different array of stakeholders, a mix of their soft and hard influences and interests. Startups require this knowledge to grow their business successfully but do not always have the right resources for that. This is when the Cities ABC framework comes into place.
Details
The workshop is split into 2 phases and is tailored to your business needs.
Phase 1 — ABC Analysis
3 hours
Phase 2 — Opportunities and Strategies
3 hours, optional
Who Should Attend
Startup Founders or Business Developers working on urban solutions
Individuals looking to explore or expand business opportunities in urban areas, particularly in sectors like smart city technologies and sustainability.Real Estate Developers and Investors
Those engaged in urban real estate development and investment, seeking insights into emerging urban markets and infrastructure projects.Urban Planners and Architects
Professionals involved in designing and planning city landscapes who are interested in integrating their work with urban business opportunities and community needs.Local Government Officials and Policymakers who want to get a more comprehensive look
City council members, mayors, and other local government figures who focus on urban development, sustainability, and economic policies in cities.
Henrique Nascimento With Company
Henrique Nascimento, a seasoned strategic designer and Design Lead at WithCompany, is renowned for his work in shaping the technological future. Graduating with Cum Laude honors from Design Academy Eindhoven in 2016, his MA research focused on the integration of machine and human intelligence.
Henrique's professional path has seen him collaborating on innovation projects in Amsterdam, Berlin, and Lisbon, working with prestigious clients like BMW Group, Audi Innovation, and Siemens. At WithCompany, he excels in crafting future-proof systems and sustainable living solutions through systemic design thinking. His recent endeavors include developing systemic approaches for innovation communities, designing courses for systemic change, and creating a new economic framework for green, collaborative company transitions.
In the academic realm, Henrique shares his expertise as a lecturer at Porto Business School and Design Academy Eindhoven, among others. His personal research has been showcased at prominent venues like the Vienna Biennale and Dutch Design Week, highlighting his commitment to innovative and sustainable design.
Jonas Schorr Urban Impact
Jonas Schorr, Partner at Urban Impact, stands at the forefront of sustainable urban transformation. Based in Berlin, Urban Impact isn't just an innovation agency—it's a catalyst for change, investing in the pioneering drive to transition our cities to 100% regenerative systems.
With a fervent belief in the power of collective effort, Jonas champions the idea that profound urban change necessitates the collaboration of both emerging innovators and established stakeholders—whether they be public, private or civic entities. This isn't mere collaboration for him; it's a call to "conscious disruption." It's about finding harmony in disruption, ensuring that our cities don't just evolve but evolve mindfully.
In recognition of his dedication and forward-thinking approach, Jonas was inducted into the BMW Foundation's "Responsible Leaders Network" in 2020. This allowed him to amplify his message, collaborating with global change-makers who share his passion and vision for sustainable urban futures.
Before his pioneering work with Urban Impact, Jonas already had a rich tapestry of experiences, dedicating a decade to sustainable city-making. Spanning Europe and Asia, he collaborated with a diverse range of entities—from city governments and international networks to think tanks, philanthropies, and esteemed academic institutions.
Today, as a keynote speaker, Jonas shares insights and failures gleaned from his vast experiences, inspiring others to reimagine and reshape our urban landscapes for the better.
Register your interest
Limited slots for 2024.
For any queries or additional information, please contact info@urbanimpact.agency