Boardroom Dialogue Boardroom
From Learners to Leaders: Building Sustainable Learning & Work Ecosystems with Youth and Tech
Date Friday, Dec 5 Time – Room: Köpenick I
In an era of AI and rapid technological change, the distance between what students learn and where opportunities exist is growing. This boardroom dialogue convenes young leaders (OEB 30Under30) and senior ecosystem leaders to examine how to bridge that gap. Youth should be actors, not just learners, in shaping the future of work and learning. We will explore and develop an ecosystem model that connects universities, employers, and youth; modular, practice-based curricula; and pathways that move students from learning to leading, drawing on international examples and intergenerational exchange.
Nell Hendy
Young Professional, High Speed Training , United Kingdom
"I’m most looking forward to being surrounded by inspiring leaders in the industry who will challenge my perspective and collaborate with me to push the boundaries of what learning can achieve."
Jaša Levstik
Young Professional, CEF, Slovenia
"I’m most looking forward to connecting with peers who bring different perspectives on learning, from civic engagement to digital innovation. I’m excited to exchange ideas, challenge my own thinking, and explore how we can design learning that empowers people, whether they’re young citizens, public officials, or organizations navigating change."
Paula Linares
Student, Universidad Nacional de Córdoba / National University of Córdoba, Argentina
"I’m eager to learn, connect, and pursue opportunities to help shape the future of education in the AI era, where technology fosters inclusion and serves humanity."
Laurie Oskam
Young Professional, Breda University of Applied Sciences, Netherlands
“I am excited to learn about the experiences of peers, their challenges and motivations and how they make an impact within their role in these rapidly developing industries”.
Marie Sasso
Young Professional, Founders Foundation gGmbH, France
"I’m excited to meet inspiring changemakers from around the world and explore how education can keep pace with our evolving society to continuously empower future generations."
Celine van der Lienden
Young Professional, Risbo. Erasmus University Rotterdam, Netherlands
“What excites me most is the chance to connect with other young colleagues in our field and share experiences that can inspire new ideas.”
Moderator
Ali Alam
Venture Partner, EarlyBird
Ali Alam — a founder-turned-venture-builder and investor on a mission to make innovation human-centric, impact-driven, and radically inclusive. With experience building award-winning university-based incubators, designing startup acceleration programs with 21st-century skills needed to thrive in volatility and advising venture funds deploying capital in human growth. Ali has worked across Africa, Europe, and emerging markets to create sustainable learning & innovation ecosystems.