The Board of Directors of the International Network of Smart Cities leads and oversees the organization's strategic initiatives, bringing together executive and honorary leaders committed to sustainable urban transformation in Latin America. Their vision and leadership are essential to promote innovation, inclusion, and environmental resilience in Mexican cities.

Board of Directors

member -Osvaldo Mireles

Osvaldo Mireles

Expert in technology and sustainable development, specializing in Smart Cities, BIM, Blockchain, AI, and the New Urban Agenda. Committed to creating and leading projects that forge sustainable, intelligent, and resilient urban environments.

CEO/President

member -Dulce Barocio

Dulce Barocio

Master in International Business, lecturer in master's and diploma programs on BIM. Specialist in management, promotion, and planning of projects in technological innovation and digitalization of SMEs, as well as in publishing articles and institutional representation.

Vice President

member -Jorge Moreno

Jorge Moreno

Expert in disruptive technologies with MIT certification in technological development and innovation. Leader in tech companies for over 13 years, specialized in sustainable projects, consultant in innovation for smart cities and digital platforms with IoT.

CTO (Chief Technology Officer)

member -Guillermo Sánchez

Guillermo Sánchez

Ph.D. Architect in Urban and Regional Planning, with over 20 years of international experience in developing urban, metropolitan, and regional development strategies, as well as in researching urban and territorial processes. Expert in strategic city planning.

Chief City Urbanist

Directors

member -Tania Sánchez

Tania Sánchez

Senior architect and urban designer with national and international experience, specializing in the planning and execution of projects with an emphasis on sustainable urban design.

Director of Sustainable Architecture and Urbanism

member -Elías Tavera

Elías Tavera

Civil Engineer with 24 years of experience, graduated with honors from the Autonomous University of Aguascalientes and a Master's in Structural Engineering from UNAM. Currently, Structural Manager at KIEWIT, involved in bridge projects in the United States. He has led the design of the Maya Train and Data Centers for Amazon.

Director of Academy

member -Beatriz Razo

Beatriz Razo

Graduate in labor law from Ibero-American University and master's candidate at the Judicial Studies and Research School of the State Judiciary in labor justice. With a diploma in labor compliance from Anahuac University and over 10 years of experience in litigation and advising companies in this field.

Legal Director

member -Francisco Flores

Francisco Flores

Emerging Futures Designer, consultant, and expert in urban labs, citizen science, and grassroots innovation processes. Promoter of the Fab City León initiative, part of a global movement of sustainable cities promoting an urban industrial paradigm shift.

Director of Urban Labs

member -Luis Medina

Luis Medina

Director of Strategic Alliances and Regional Planning, Architect specialized in new technologies applied to design and construction, with over 12 years of experience in BIM methodology. CEO of Studio BIMarq since 2014, he has led the digitization of processes in architectural firms.

Director of Strategic BIM Innovation and Technological Evolution

Ambassadors

member -Javier Alonso

Javier Alonso

Architect with over 20 years of international experience in engineering and architecture, having worked in 14 countries. A specialist in BIM, digital twins, and Industry 4.0, he has led innovative projects at ATANGA and now strengthens his commitment to sustainability as Director of Engineering and Architecture at REVO ZERO. He also shares his expertise as a university lecturer, guiding future professionals toward a sustainable and technological approach.

RICI Ambassador in Spain

member -Enrique L. Gutiérrez

Enrique L. Gutiérrez

Expert in architecture and tourism development, with over three decades of experience in the design, construction, and management of hotel projects across Mexico. A specialist in financial feasibility and strategic expansion, he leads initiatives that integrate technological innovation and sustainability in the tourism sector.

Smart Tourism Ambassador

Honorary Board

member -Yuka Nakasone

Yuka Nakasone

With over 30 years of experience in international business, she stands out for her ability to help organizations adapt and thrive in the digital and global era. Originally from Japan and based in Barcelona, she is noted for her deep knowledge of innovation and technology.

Advisor on Globalization and International Relations

member -Gerardo Velasco

Gerardo Velasco

He has led more than 165 investment projects and strategic roles in regional planning and development, has contributed to flagship initiatives such as the World Bank's innovation loans and the National Fisheries Plan. Founder of XPLORADN, expert in sustainable financial strategies and innovative development.

Advisor on Project Financing Strategies

member -Ruben Frattini

Ruben Frattini

Innovative leader in Real Estate and technology, co-founder of PropTech Latam. Expert in Digital Marketing and MARTECH, he has transformed the real estate sector with innovative developments and teaches at renowned institutions such as the University of Miami and IE Business School. Mentor and advisor in startups and Private Equity.

Innovation Advisor

member -Lucía Bellocchio

Lucía Bellocchio

CEO of Trend Smart Cities. Author of 'Cities of the Future: smart, sustainable and humane.' Director of the Diploma in Smart Cities at Austral University (Argentina). Expert in Smart Cities, urban innovation, and sustainable development. Columnist at Tomorrow.City and La Nación. TED Speaker and lecturer.

Advisor on Smart City Strategies

member -Ignasi Pérez

Ignasi Pérez

BIM pioneer in Europe, co-founder of BIM Academy Spain and creator of the EUROPEAN BIM SUMMIT. He is the director of The Rebuilt, a leading event in construction and advanced architecture in Spain. In addition, he leads training in BIM and digital transformation in leading institutions, promoting innovative projects in sustainability and urban planning.

Advisor on Urban Digital Transformation

member -Simón Levy

Simón Levy

Global leader in urban development and sustainable policies, Simón Levy has been key in the Urban Strategy of the World Economic Forum. He was Undersecretary of Tourism and CEO of PROCDMX in Mexico, leading public and private investments. He holds a PhD in Law from UNAM and is president of Ideasia Investment Fund.

Advisor on Urban Transformation and Sustainable Public Policies

member -Amaia Celaya

Amaia Celaya

Advisor on Urban Resilience, expert in designing resilient cities and managing urban risks.

Advisor on Urban Resilience

member -Josep Jorge

Josep Jorge

Advisor on Innovative and Knowledge Districts, specialized in the creation and development of urban districts based on innovation and knowledge.

Advisor on Innovative and Knowledge Districts