Bentley, Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners, Accenture and the Smart Cities Council are thrilled to bring the global Twin Talks series to New York City.

Twin Talks are invite-only fireside chats that bring together leaders in transportation and infrastructure to explore global best practices and their local applications. These discussions provide a unique opportunity to share insights from both successes and setbacks while showcasing regional infrastructure leadership on a global stage.

Following events in London, Melbourne, and Toronto, Twin Talks New York City will gather industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners to discuss innovative approaches to transportation infrastructure and urban mobility in NYC and beyond.

EVENT DETAILS

  • Date: March 31, 2025
  • Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m, followed by a reception from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m
  • Venue: Accenture, One Manhattan West, 395 9th Avenue, New York, NY, 10001
  • Keynote Speaker: Andy Byford, SVP, High-Speed Rail at Amtrak
  • Fireside Chat Guest: Patrick McCoy, CFO, Gateway Development Commission
  • Moderator: David Gilford, Head of Policy, Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners

Bentley, Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners, Accenture and the Smart Cities Council are thrilled to bring the global Twin Talks series to New York City.

Twin Talks are invite-only fireside chats that bring together leaders in transportation and infrastructure to explore global best practices and their local applications. These discussions provide a unique opportunity to share insights from both successes and setbacks while showcasing regional infrastructure leadership on a global stage.

Following events in London, Melbourne, and Toronto, Twin Talks New York City will gather industry leaders, policymakers, and practitioners to discuss innovative approaches to transportation infrastructure and urban mobility in NYC and beyond.

EVENT DETAILS

  • Date: March 31, 2025
  • Time: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m, followed by a reception from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m
  • Venue: Accenture, One Manhattan West, 395 9th Avenue, New York, NY, 10001
  • Keynote Speaker: Andy Byford, SVP, High-Speed Rail at Amtrak
  • Fireside Chat Guest: Patrick McCoy, CFO, Gateway Development Commission
  • Moderator: David Gilford, Head of Policy, Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners

WHY ATTEND

This session will examine how NYC and the U.S. are advancing smart, resilient transit infrastructure to drive economic growth, enhance community well-being, and bolster environmental resilience. Topics include:

  • The role of transit modernization in urban development.
  • The transformative impact of major infrastructure projects like the Gateway Program.
  • The intersection of policy, financing, and investment in infrastructure development.
  • The role of digital twin technology in optimizing infrastructure design, operations, and maintenance.
  • Innovative funding models that can drive project success.

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AGENDA

3:45 p.m – 4:00 p.m 

4:00 p.m – 4:03 p.m

4:03 p.m – 4:10 p.m

4:10 p.m – 4:15 p.m

4:15 p.m – 4:25 p.m

4:25 p.m – 4:42 p.m

4:42 p.m – 4:55 p.m

4:55 p.m – 5:00 p.m

5:00 p.m

5:15 p.m – 5:20 p.m


5:20 p.m – 5:25 p.m

5:25 p.m – 5:30 p.m

5:30 p.m

6:00 p.m

Guest arrival and networking

Welcome & opening remarks (Rory Linehan, Bentley)

Framing remarks (Latrise Brissett, Accenture)

Introductions and overview (David Gilford, Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners)

Keynote address (Andy Byford)

Fireside chat (Andy Byford & Patrick McCoy – moderated by David Gilford)

Discussion/Q&A with guests (moderated by David Gilford)

Closing remarks (David Gilford)

Reception begins

Cities and technology insights and introduction (Richard Vestner, Bentley Systems) 

Cities of the Future Introductory Remarks (Lindsay O’Leary, Managing Director, Grants & Business Development

Cities of the future video

Reception continues

Event concludes

 

 

3:45 p.m – 4:00 p.m | Guests arrive and networking

4:00 p.m – 4:03 p.m | Welcome & opening remarks (Rory Linehan, Bentley Systems)

4:03 p.m – 4:10 p.m | Framing remarks (Latrise Brissett, Accenture)

4:10 p.m – 4:15 p.m | Introductions and overview (David Gilford, Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners)

4:15 p.m – 4:25 p.m | Keynote address  (Andy Byford)

4:25 p.m – 4:42 p.m  | Fireside chat (Andy Byford & Patrick McCoy – Moderated by David Gilford)

4:42 p.m  – 4:55 p.m  | Discussion/Q&A with guests (Moderated by David Gilford )

4:55 p.m  | Closing Remarks  (David Gilford)

5:00 p.m  | Reception Begins

5:15 p.m  – 5.20 p.m  | Cities and technology insights and introduction (Richard Vestner, Bentley Systems) 

5:20 p.m  – 5.25 p.m  | Cities of the future introductory remarks (Lindsay O’Leary, Managing Director, Grants & Business Development, American Society of Civil Engineers)

5:25 p.m  – 5.30 p.m | Cities of the future video

5:30 p.m  | Reception continues

6:00 p.m  | Event concludes

Andy Byford

SVP, High-Speed Rail at Amtrak

Patrick McCoy

CFO, Gateway Development Commission

David Gilford

Head of Policy, Sidewalk Infrastructure Partners

ATTENDEES

This event will convene senior executives, policymakers, engineers, and industry leaders for meaningful discussions on urban mobility, high-speed rail, and mega-infrastructure projects. Attendees are encouraged to engage in dynamic conversations during the discussion and network during the reception.

Join us for an insightful discussion on the future of transit infrastructure in NYC and beyond. Register your interest to attend below.

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