Simon Novak

Simon Novak is an entrepreneur and consultant with more than a decade of experience in digital transformation, business development, and the implementation of advanced technologies. He works at the intersection of technology, business, and the public sector, with experience advising city administrations, public institutions, and technology companies. He is particularly skilled at translating complex technological solutions into clear and actionable business models.

Throughout his career, he has led business development in the areas of smart cities, cloud solutions, and digital platforms, while also contributing to go-to-market strategies, monetisation models, and international partnerships. As an independent consultant, he focuses on digital transformation and the implementation of digital twins, IoT solutions, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and systems for energy efficiency and building automation.

He holds master’s degree in entrepreneurship and a university degree in money and finance from the School of Economics and Business at the University of Ljubljana. His key competencies include strategic project management, business development, digital transformation strategies, and working with cloud platforms, data, and artificial intelligence. He is also active at professional forums focused on smart cities, digitalisation, and innovation.