ABOUT
Global Forum
Since more than 30 years, Global Forum/ Shaping the Future is an annual, international, high-level, not-for-profit think-tank. It is dedicated to the main technological, economic, social, societal, political and ethical issues and challenges that affect the evolution of our digital society.
Often considered as “the Davos of ICT”, it gathers every year more than 250 international experts; national, regional and local policy makers, private and public companies and organizations, academics, NGOs… from more than thirty countries around the world.
Since 1992, the Global Forum is a connector of people and ideas and a catalyst for new thinking and projects across the globe.
Global forum is a notable annual international think tank that addresses critical business, policy, and strategy issues impacting the digital society and economy
Previous editions:
- 2022, OMAN
- 2019 Angers, France;
- 2018 Copenhagen, Denmark;
- 2017 Winnipeg, Canada;
- 2016 The Netherlands;
- 2015 Oulu, Finland;
- 2014 Geneva, Switzerland;
- 2013 Trieste, Italy;
- 2012 Stockholm Sweden;
- 2011 Brussels, Belgium;
- 2010 Washington DC, US;
- 2009 Bucharest, Romania;
- 2008 Global Athens, Greece;
- 2007 Venice, Italy;
- 2006 Paris, France
- 2005 Brussels, Belgium
- 2004 Malmö, Sweden
- 2003 Rome, Italy
- 2002 Washington, USA
- 2001 Newcastle, United-Kingdom
- 2000 Sophia -Antipolis, France
- 1999 Sophia-Antipolis, France
- 1998, Paris, France
- 1997 Sophia-Antipolis, France Rome, Italy /
- 1996 New York/Washington/San Francisco/Silicon Valley, USA /
- 1995 Kyoto, Japan
- 1994 Paris, France
- 1993 Rome, Italy
- 1992 Washington DC /New York, USA
Next edition:
- 2024, OMAN November
Executive & board
Sylvianne Toporkoff, Pdt
Sylvianne Toporkoff is a prominent figure in the field of strategic digital consulting,
- She is the founder and president of the Global Forum/Shaping the Future,
- . Toporkoff is holding a doctorate in Economics from the University of Paris I Pantheon Sorbonne
- co-founding the Institute of European Studies at the University of Paris 8. Her expertise encompasses various aspects of the digital society, including public policy, e-governance, e-health, and digital education, among others
President of the board
Ingrid Andersson, VP
Ingrid Andersson is the Vice President of the Global Forum in Oman, where she plays a pivotal role in steering the forum's initiatives, focusing on international collaboration and policy development. She contributes her expertise to enhance Oman's engagement in global discussions and decision-making processes. Andersson's role is crucial in shaping the forum's strategies and ensuring
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingrid-andersson/?originalSubdomain=se
Susanne Siebald
As the Communication Director of the Global Forum, Susanne Siebald is pivotal in orchestrating the organization's communication strategy, enhancing its visibility and impact on a global scale. She oversees the dissemination of key messages, media relations, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring the Forum's initiatives and outcomes are effectively communicated. Siebald plays a crucial role in shaping the narrative and facilitating dialogue among international participants within the forum's framework.
LInkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-siebald-a0908285?originalSubdomain=fr
Communication directorAdvisory board
Latif ladid on Blockchain & AI
Latif Ladid is the Chair of the 5G World Alliance and President of the IPv6 Forum, with a history of leadership roles in telecommunications, including positions at Ericsson Telebit and Develcon Electronics.
- Chair 5G alliance; starting 2015 to present
- President IPV6 Forum starting 1999 to present
- Ericsson Telebit VP 1998-2003
Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/latifladid/?originalSubdomain=lu
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Geneviève Castagnet, on Ethic & regulation for AI
Geneviève Fieux-Castagnet is SNCF's Head of AI Ethics and founder of PromEthosIA, focusing on AI ethics, compliance, and digital innovation, while also contributing to legal and educational fields as a part-time instructor at CY Cergy Paris Université.
- Academic at CY university from 2019 to present
- SNCF Ethic delegate from 2026 to present
- Legal SNCF participation 1993-2005
- Lawyer firm, Jeantet 1991-1993
LInkedin linkedin.com/in/geneviève-fieux-castagnet-b1528447
Sylvie Albert on Substainable Cities & régions
Dr. Sylvie Albert is a Professor at The University of Winnipeg, where she has also served as Dean of the Faculty of Business & Economics, and has contributed to smart city initiatives through a special advisory role with Infrastructure Canada.
- Professor, University of Winnepeg, from 2012 to present, + dean 2012-2018
- Special Advisor -nfrastructure Canada - Smart City Challenge 2018
- Associate Dean 2011-2012 Lauretian University
- Pdt Planned Approach Inc 1997, 2009
- GM Timmins Eco dev Corp 1992-1997 + Human resource Ontario Skills dev pg 1987-1992
Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sylvie-albert-university-winnipeg/?originalSubdomain=ca
Cities
Daniele Tumietto, on Risk Analysis & green Investment WP
Daniele Tumietto is deeply involved in sustainability and digital innovation,
- Member Team of Specialists ESG traceability of sustainable value chains in the Circular Economy, from2022 to present, Self.E
- Adjunct professor at POLIMI Graduate school.C, from 20921 to present
- Innovation Manager, MInister of economy, Sel.E, from 2019 to present
- Member TC307 Blockchain and DLT, JTC1/SC27 security, cybersecurity and privacy protection, from 2017 to present
- Member of Focus Group on Application of Distributed Ledger TechnologyMember of Focus Group on Application of Distributed Ledger at ITU, from 2018 to present
https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieletumietto/?originalSubdomain=it
Green Inv.
Marc WatumESG , on nature regeneration & climate change WP
Marc Watum is the Chairman of the Vision 2030 Fund and a co-founder of Vertex Ecosystem and Wakala.org, engaging in diverse initiatives focused on sustainable development and Pan-African thought.
- Chairman at Vision 2030 fund, from 2022 to present
- Co-founder @ Vertex Ecosystem, from 2017 to present + @ Wakala.org from 2020 to present
- Convenor at School of Pan African , UK, Throught from April 2021 to present
- Steering Committee Member at Wavemarkers United from 2022 to present
- Pdt Hult Consulting Club ( UK), 2015-2017
https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcwatum/details/experience/Climate change
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Phil Noble, on Education WG
Phil Noble is the founder of World Class Scholars, an online educational and cultural exchange initiative, and has been a digital innovator in the global civic sector since 1994, also known for his leadership in projects like Envision South Carolina to enhance the state's global connectivity.
- Founder World Class Scholars from 2014 to present (South Carolina, Dubai /UAE
- Digital Innovator in Global Civic sector from 1994 to know
- Owner Phil Noble &Associate , from 1979 to present
- Co-founder of Envision South Carolina
https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-noble-075a8a4/
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Paul Wormeli on Governance & Democracy WG
Paul Wormeli is an innovation strategist at Wormeli Consulting, LLC, advising on technology's role in enhancing public service, and serves as Executive Director Emeritus at the IJIS Institute, focusing on technology solutions for justice and public safety sectors.
- Innovation strategist at Wormeli Consulting LLC, Ashurm, CA, from 2013 to present
- Exec Director emeritus (from 20111 to present ) + exec director from 2004-2011 , Innovation strategist at Wormeli Consulting LLC, Ashurm, CA, from 2013 to present Ashurm,
- MEA engnieering 1962-1964
https://www.linkedin.com/in/wormeli/
John Giusti on Digital infrastructure WG
Mich adore relever des défis. Fort de son expérience de plusieurs années en tant que directeur commercial dans l'industrie du logiciel, Mich a aidé l'entreprise à en arriver là où elle en est aujourd'hui. Mich fait partie des meilleurs esprits.
- GSMA Chief regular.Officer / Pdt for Mobile for development fondation , from 2015 to present +/ head of policy 201'_2015 + Head of spectrum 2011-2014
- FCC. ( USA ) Chief of staff to commission Michael COpps 2009-2010 + Deputy Chief , international bureau 2006-2009 + Legal advisor 2005 ....
- FCC Senior Attorney 1996-1999 + Attorney 1994-1996
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-v-giusti/details/experience/
Mariane Cimino on "Global Health WG"
Mariane Cimino, the CEO and founder of HOA-ORA, has revolutionized concierge services by creating a protective ecosystem offering comprehensive well-being services, from home automation to health and local social services.
- Founder HOA-ORA ( France ), from 2017 to present
- Co-founder Cimbiose ingenierie, from 2008 to present
- Delegate Syntec Num >DG LESISS, from 2015 to present + consultante eSante ITG groupe from 2010 to présent
- INternational relation AISP ( Pais ) 2009-2011
- Institutional relation 2004-2009 & Marketing 2004-2004 of GIP-CPS
- IT Manager ( 1994-2000 + Junior Analyst 1990-1994
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariane-cimino-6339a0150/
Laurent Fauroux, on Water & Energy Transition WG
The Chief Growth Officer at Equancy-EDG Group in 2024, also serving as the Mayor of Sens Beaujeu since 2020, boasts a distinguished career in advertising and marketing, holding senior roles across major agencies like Publicis, BBDO, and Havas, and contributing to public service in government cabinets. Their experience spans from strategic leadership in global advertising firms to impactful governance in municipal administration, illustrating a versatile and dynamic professional trajectory.
- Chief growth Officer at Equancy-EDG Group 2024
- Mayor Commune Sens Beaujeu from 2020 to present
- Senior Partner-CEO Offoce GateOne ( Havas group ) + Management Havas groupe ( 2020-2022) + Senior partner Havas Health & You 2020-2022 + Les gros mots (VP Strat & New Business 2018-2019
- Deputy Director of Publicis Group ( 2012-2018 + President Publicis Activ Paris 2012-2015
- GM New BBDO 2008-2012 + Client service director BBDO Paris 2003-2008
- OgilvyOne 2001 -2003+ Partner Havas 2001
- Directeur conseil TBWA 1998-2000
- Dir. consulting 1997-1998 + WW coordinator 1997 + Consultant 1995-1996 at Havas
- Comm Advisor Cabinet de Kouchner 1993-1995 + + premier minister cabinet 1992-1993
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurent-fauroux-8303017/details/experience/
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