Fairfield is set to receive international attention next month as a group of local leaders heads to the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) Global Summit 2025. The event, held December 2–4 in Binh Duong, Vietnam, brings together top innovators, policymakers, and community leaders from around the world to explore the future of digital development, connectivity, and community growth.
For Fairfield, participating in the summit represents an opportunity to connect a rural Iowa community with global experts in smart-city planning, broadband, sustainability, workforce development, and economic resilience.
The ICF Summit highlights communities that excel in technology integration, civic engagement, and long-term planning. Fairfield’s continued involvement places it among internationally recognized regions such as Toronto, Taipei, Curitiba, and others known for forward-thinking development.
Attending the summit allows Fairfield representatives to gather ideas from leading cities, build partnerships, support local innovation, and strengthen its position in the Intelligent Community recognition process.
Local Delegates Representing Fairfield
Four community members will represent Fairfield at this year’s summit:
- Bob Ferguson, a social entrepreneur involved in regional food systems, sustainability efforts, and local business development. His work has been central to Fairfield’s progress within the ICF framework.
- Margaret Dwyer, known for her leadership in environmental initiatives, resilience planning, and nonprofit service throughout the community.
- Seth Miller, President of Advocacy & Administration at Cambridge Investment Research, who brings extensive experience in policy, governance, and workforce development.
- Nahom Abegaze, Director of Operational Excellence at MIU, whose background in organizational strategy and DEI work adds a broad perspective to the delegation.
They will join international representatives from countries including Canada, Taiwan, Brazil, Türkiye, Spain, and the Netherlands.
