Madrid will be the epicenter of digital advancement in Europe on May 16, 2024, with the celebration of the “20×30: The European Summit on Advanced Digital Skills”. This significant event, organized under the auspices of the Europe Digital Leading Europe’s Advanced Digital Skills (LEADS) program, will bring together the elite of industry, academia, and the European Commission to address the challenge of training 20 million new specialists in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) by the year 2030.
With the aim of strengthening the Digital Decade, this summit is a direct response to the growing demand for highly skilled professionals in critical areas such as computer science, the internet of things, data analytics, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and cybersecurity. The event is expected to be a turning point in the European strategy for cultivating and retaining specialized ICT talent, ensuring competitiveness and innovation on the continent.
The “20×30” Summit is designed not only for business and academic leaders but also for human resources professionals seeking strategies to overcome the shortage of digital talent and for technology specialists interested in the latest solutions and trends that will define the future of the industry. Additionally, education and training providers will find an invaluable platform to exchange effective methodologies in teaching advanced digital competencies.
The opening address will be delivered by Rehana Schwinninger-Ladak, who from her role in the European Commission has been a key figure in driving digital and educational transformation. She will be joined by authoritative voices such as Laurent Muzellac from Trinity Business School, Catherine Bohill from Telefónica, Diogo Santos Franco from Siemens, among others, who will share their vision and experience on the evolution of digital skills and their impact on society and the economy.
The summit program will include panel discussions, inspirational talks, and practical workshops, all in an environment that fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange. Furthermore, showcases of best practices will offer a glimpse into the most innovative initiatives in the field of digital education and professional training.
This initiative is a call to action for all stakeholders in the European digital ecosystem: from entrepreneurs and academics to policymakers and ICT professionals. Only through close and strategic collaboration will it be possible to achieve the ambitious goal of adding 20 million new ICT specialists by 2030, ensuring that Europe remains at the forefront of the global digital revolution.
The “20×30: The European Summit on Advanced Digital Skills” is undoubtedly a must-attend event for all those committed to Europe’s digital future. La Nave, as the venue for the event in Madrid, opens its doors to this day that seeks not only to address the shortage of specialized talent but also to promote a culture of continuous innovation that positions Europe as a global leader in advanced digital skills.