This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Data, Technological innovation, Cloud, Cities, Transportation, Healthy Lifestyle...All these words have a central meaning for our human race and the global development. It is on us to figure out a smart way of how to improve not only our lives but of all citizens in our world with the means that already exist. But what does being smart mean anyway? Christian Klezl nails it...

Christian Klezl is a top-notch strategist and currently holds the position of “Vice President of Corporate Strategy“ at IBM. The marketing professional held many executive positions within the company and worked in Marketing and IT Sales before joining the global corporation in 1998. Moreover, he gathered experience as entrepreneur and consultant. Christian is known for being a highly motivating and encouraging speaker, astonishing audiences with his wide knowledge in strategy and his ability to discover innovations. He launched his career in Austria after he graduated from the technical University of Vienna. Additionally, he holds a degree in marketing, a diploma in management, and an MBA from Henley Management College, UK.

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