Francesca Bria

Francesca Bria is a Professor of Innovation at UCL London's Institute of Innovation and Public Purpose, with a background that includes serving as the Chief Technology and Digital Innovation Officer for Barcelona City Council and as a UN Senior Adviser on digital cities and digital rights. She has expertise in areas such as innovation management, collective intelligence, and social innovation, and has held executive roles at organizations like Rai - Radiotelevisione Italiana and CDP Cassa Depositi e Prestiti. Francesca Bria has made significant contributions to the field of innovation through her roles at prestigious institutions such as UCL and her advisory positions with the United Nations and Barcelona City Council. Her experience includes leading projects on digital cities, serving as a Chairman/Presidente at CDP Venture Capital SGR, and contributing to research and teaching in areas like research design and data analysis.