Julio Gil
Futurist | Designing Sustainable Business Models
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Julio Gil is a futurist and sustainability expert who helps organizations navigate the transition to a low-carbon economy. As a senior advisor to the UN Global Compact, he has guided multinational companies on integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their core business strategies.
Gil's TED talk 'Designing for Sustainability' has been viewed over 1 million times, showcasing innovative circular economy models that eliminate waste and drive long-term profitability. His keynotes provide actionable frameworks for business leaders to future-proof their organizations and unlock the competitive advantages of sustainable practices.
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Future tech will give you the benefits of city life anywhere
Don't believe predictions that say the future is trending towards city living. Urbanization is actually reaching the end of its cycle, says logistics expert Julio Gil, and soon more people will be choosing to live (and work) in the countryside, thanks to rapid advances in augmented reality, autonomous delivery, off-the-grid energy and other technologies. Think outside city walls and consider the advantages of country living with this forward-thinking talk.
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