The Conference Area of virtual.drupa (April 20-23) will feature ‘2,700 minutes of knowledge transfer’ focused on global trends of Artificial Intelligence, Circular Economy, Connected Consumer and Platform Economy. 6000 visitors from 130 countries have registered so far for the first virtual.drupa event.
“International industry experts, brand owners and speakers from vertical markets will provide valuable knowledge transfer through best cases, keynote speeches and panel discussions,” says organiser Messe Dusseldorf. “Two parallel live streams will offer visitors the opportunity to participate flexibly in the conference presentations between 10 am and 6 pm CET.”
For participants around the world, these will also be available 24/7 on demand in a video library.
The conference program will kick off with keynote speakers on each of the four days: Two presentations by bestselling author and consultant Michael Gale, author of the book The Digital Helix, will focus on Artificial Intelligence and how to activate business growth with the help of AI.
In his keynote speech, James Sommerville, a UK designer who played a key role in shaping the iconic Coca-Cola brand, will look product design in driving innovation and fostering growth.
On World Earth day, author and climate expert Dr. Gabrielle Walker will discuss global challenges with a focus on sustainability, energy consumption, circular economy and climate change. As a strategist, Walker advises companies on the impact that changing business models can have on a company's corporate identity.
The morning keynotes will be followed in two streams by the English-language daily program of the five drupa special forums: "drupa cube," "touchpoint packaging," "touchpoint textile," "drupa next age" and "3D fab+print.”
“An international network of industry representatives, associations and competent partners guarantees a cutting-edge agenda,” say the organisers. “With their combined expertise and impressive variety of topics, the speakers will highlight relevant content and growth potential in the various sectors, focus on global trends and provide exciting insights.”
The Conference Area program is here.
Participants can register for virtual.drupa free of charge at https://virtual.drupa.com/
