Future of Our Communities and Cities

Our annual thought leadership and innovation showcase brings the civic, public, private, entrepreneurial, and academic ecosystems together to discuss and share insights and innovations.

Downtown Grand Rapids
Free Public Wifi
Traffic and Parking
5G Compatibility
Air Quality
Crime Prevention and Safety

Cultivating Thought Leadership

Enabling Smart and Resilient Communities

Smart North hosts an annual event on the ‘Future of our Cities and Communities’ to connect thought leaders, innovative projects, public, private grassroots community and civic ecosystems around 21st century socio-economic equity, digital infrastructure and services innovation and entrepreneurship.