TOURISM TALKS SERIES | Webinar 19 June 2025 (11:00 – 12:30)
“The future of work in tourism: adapting to the digital age and disruptive innovations of AI”
As we navigate through the digital age, we will explore how the tourism industry is undergoing significant transformations driven by digital advancements and the rapid integration of artificial intelligence.
So, we will go in:
- The Evolving Landscape – We’ll discuss how the integration of digital tools and AI is reshaping job roles and responsibilities within the tourism sector.
- Skills for the Future – We’ll identify the essential skills and competencies that workers will need to thrive in this new environment, focusing on both technical and soft skills.
- Disruption and Innovation – We’ll examine how disruptive innovations are creating new opportunities and challenges for tourism businesses and their workforce.
- Adapting Strategies – We’ll highlight best practices for organizations and employees to adapt to these changes, including training programs and workforce development initiatives.
- Inclusive Growth – Finally, we’ll address the importance of ensuring that all stakeholders, including marginalized groups, are included in the benefits of these innovations.
Agenda
19 June 2025 (The times given are those of the Central European Time Zone (CET)
11:00 – 11:20 h
- Moderator: ➢ Antonio Barreca, General Manager de Federturismo Confindustria
- Keynote speaker: ➢ Edo Colombo, President of AITurismi
11:20 – 12:20 h
➢ Carlos Diez de la Lastra, CEO, Les Roches Global
➢ Manuel Au-Yong Oliveira, Lecturer Researcher, Universidade de Aveiro
➢ Elisa Piras CAS (Center for Advanced Studies), Eurac Senior Researcher
➢ Alexandros Sainidis, Knowledge Manager AKMI
12:20 – 12:30 h
Q&A Session, wrap-up and closing
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