

PUBLIC/PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP PILOTS
Successful mobility pilots require more than testing technology—they depend on strong partnerships, operational planning, and community engagement. This panel explores how cities, startups, and industry partners can structure effective pilot programs that lead to long-term deployment. Drawing on real-world case studies, panelists will share lessons on stakeholder alignment, permitting, funding, and operations. Attendees will gain practical strategies for designing pilots that transition from short-term demonstrations to scalable programs supporting sustainability and economic development.
Speakers:
Emily Heinz - Innovation & Ecosystem Strategist
Pouyan Azizpour - Innovation Program Manager, Curiosity Labs
Hannah Ranieri - COO, Penny Pickup
Ashley Touchton - CEO, Penny Pickup
This event is part of #ATLTechWeek: Atlanta's week-long celebration of the builders, founders, and technologists shaping the future of tech in the South