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The ABSL Forum in Porto brought together business leaders, policymakers, and innovators to discuss the future of the business services sector on the global map, its competitiveness and resilience. The message was clear: we are at a crossroads, and how we act today will determine the sector’s trajectory for the next decade. What are the key findings from these two inspirations-fueled days? See them below ⬇️   🌍 #Europe cannot afford to act in isolation. The future lies in partnerships, both within and outside the continent. At the same time, regional resilience is key. With geopolitical tensions rising, investors are prioritizing reliable jurisdictions and stable ecosystems. Europe must step up with a unified voice, offering both certainty and innovation. 🌍 #Talent is key. As fertility rates decline and the talent pool shrinks, attracting, retaining, and upskilling people has never been more critical. Europe remains a magnet for talent worldwide due to its stability, but we must shift towards project-based and outcome-focused teaching to prepare a workforce ready to adapt, as well as invest in lifelong learning for both technical and soft skills, ensuring teams are agile and future-proof. 🌍 #Technology, particularly AI, is transforming the sector. While some fear it will reduce demand for traditional services, the consensus is that AI is an enabler, not a replacement. It’s about creating new roles, improving decision-making, and unlocking opportunities we couldn’t imagine before. 🌍 #Transformation is a strategic imperative for the business services sector. As global, social and technological disruption accelerates, organizations must focus on evolving their value propositions. Encouraging a mindset of continuous reinvention by embracing change as an opportunity rather than a risk. 🌍 #Sustainability is no longer optional. It’s a business strategy. The sector must embrace #ESG as a core driver of innovation and long-term value creation, think of ESG as an investment, not a cost, and build sustainable practices into every process, showing that Europe is committed to a better future.   The Forum underscored the need for leaders to be proactive, vocal, and united: ➡️ Advocate for smarter regulations that support innovation while protecting employees. ➡️ Strengthen cross-border collaboration to reduce fragmentation and unleash Europe’s collective potential. ➡️ Rethink location strategies to reflect a network of hubs, ensuring agility and proximity to markets. By embracing technology, sustainability, and talent, and by forging global partnerships, we can ensure that Europe remains a leader on the global stage. It’s not just about growth, it’s about purpose. The time to act is now! 🚨 ABSL DACH ABSL Poland ABSL Portugal ABSL Hungary ABSL Czech Republic ABSL Romania The Association of Business Services Leaders in Moldova (ABSL) ABSL Latvia ABSL Bosnia and Herzegovina ABSL ANZ ABSL Albania

On June 26-28, 2024, in Sofia, the fourth edition of the largest and most influential summit in #CEE will take place, discussing the European #GreenDeal - Green Transition Forum 4.0: Redefining the CEE Region Global Perspective. For more information and tickets for the event: https://lnkd.in/dr3Nuggr Green Transition brings together the dedicated visionaries and leaders who catalyze the net-zero #transformation of economies and industries. To position the CEE region as a hub of #sustainability, #innovation, and #economic dynamism, the fourth edition of the summit will provide a stage for open discussion on topics involving the economic, technological, and social futures of #stakeholders impacted by the Green Deal. Through collective action, the forum aspires to make an impact and help position CEE countries as frontrunners in the global race toward sustainability. Our journey is richer thanks to the foundational insights from Kameliya Mineva, Krassimira Raycheva, Panagiotis Panousos, Julian Popov, Charlina Vitcheva, Svetlana Zhekova, Borislav Sandov, Plamen Panchev, Milya Dimitrova, Svetlana BOYANOVA, Georgi Stefanov and all past forum speakers. 🌍 #greentransition #Dirbg #GreenDeal #Greendeal #Europe

The ABSL Forum in Porto brought together business leaders, policymakers, and innovators to discuss the future of the business services sector on the global map, its competitiveness and resilience. The message was clear: we are at a crossroads, and how we act today will determine the sector’s trajectory for the next decade. What are the key findings from these two inspirations-fueled days? See them below ⬇️ 🌍 hashtag #Europe cannot afford to act in isolation. The future lies in partnerships, both within and outside the continent. At the same time, regional resilience is key. With geopolitical tensions rising, investors are prioritizing reliable jurisdictions and stable ecosystems. Europe must step up with a unified voice, offering both certainty and innovation. 🌍 hashtag #Talent is key. As fertility rates decline and the talent pool shrinks, attracting, retaining, and upskilling people has never been more critical. Europe remains a magnet for talent worldwide due to its stability, but we must shift towards project-based and outcome-focused teaching to prepare a workforce ready to adapt, as well as invest in lifelong learning for both technical and soft skills, ensuring teams are agile and future-proof. 🌍 hashtag #Technology, particularly AI, is transforming the sector. While some fear it will reduce demand for traditional services, the consensus is that AI is an enabler, not a replacement. It’s about creating new roles, improving decision-making, and unlocking opportunities we couldn’t imagine before. 🌍 hashtag #Transformation is a strategic imperative for the business services sector. As global, social and technological disruption accelerates, organizations must focus on evolving their value propositions. Encouraging a mindset of continuous reinvention by embracing change as an opportunity rather than a risk. 🌍 hashtag #Sustainability is no longer optional. It’s a business strategy. The sector must embrace hashtag #ESG as a core driver of innovation and long-term value creation, think of ESG as an investment, not a cost, and build sustainable practices into every process, showing that Europe is committed to a better future. The Forum underscored the need for leaders to be proactive, vocal, and united: ➡️ Advocate for smarter regulations that support innovation while protecting employees. ➡️ Strengthen cross-border collaboration to reduce fragmentation and unleash Europe’s collective potential. ➡️ Rethink location strategies to reflect a network of hubs, ensuring agility and proximity to markets. By embracing technology, sustainability, and talent, and by forging global partnerships, we can ensure that Europe remains a leader on the global stage. It’s not just about growth, it’s about purpose. The time to act is now! 🚨

Last week in Milan, we brought together over 30 investors and founders to chart the future of Cleantech for Italy and begin shaping our 2025 work plan. It was inspiring to witness the Italian cleantech community's dedication to driving industrial leadership and competitiveness. Here are some key insights from our discussion: 💰 Italy needs more blended finance instruments to accelerate the #industrialization of late-stage scaleups. These include but are not limited to grants and incentives. Initiatives such as Breakthrough Energy Catalyst demonstrate how private and public capital can work hand in hand to support critical technology demonstrations. 🏦 #Bankability is pivotal for unlocking the capital flows needed to scale cleantech champions. Public #guarantees and sector-specific #offtaking frameworks are essential, especially in a country like Italy, with its robust industrial base. However, we must enhance the dialogue between established companies and scaleups to drive cleantech #adoption. ⚖️ Public #procurement should embrace openness and include emerging technologies with national and European strategic relevance. These solutions are not only competitive with current alternatives but can also spur job creation and de-risk supply chains. 🧪 #Technology #transfer remains critical to make sure that the research efforts carried out by public and private organizations are translated into promising technologies and viable business opportunities. Simplifying and harmonizing existing frameworks is the first, crucial step to simplify this process. 🚛 #Trade and #competition policy is key to ensuring European innovators have a level playing field. Strengthening EU partnerships and shifting towards an "EU in the world" approach will create better market conditions for cleantech innovations globally. Looking forward to taking these insights forward as we shape the next steps for Cleantech for Italy! The momentum is building and, with continued collaboration, we can turn these #ambitions into #action. Federico Cuppoloni Julia Reinaud Alberto Toril Jules Besnainou John Lemmon Lucy Chatburn Michele Torsello Claudio Spadacini Francesco Oppici Alessandra Accogli Stefano Cappello Matteo Bertocchi Francesco Taiariol Stefano Babbini Giacomo Zenoni Alberto Calvo Leonardo Massa Guido Bocchio Lorenzo Congiu Stefano Peroncini Alessandro Santo Andrea Casasco Francesco Fontana Andrea Galassi David I. Bassani Alessandra Scotti Radiosa Romani Elena Martelli Susanna Potenza Michele Morabito Federico Giannetti, PhD Jan Palasinski

🚀 Excited to share that the UNIDO Regional Conference: "Connecting for Development – Innovating for Impact" will be taking place in Vienna, Austria, from June 3-7, 2024! 🌍💡   Organized by the UNIDO Regional Bureau for Europe and Central Asia, this event aims to foster innovation, sustainability, and climate action through networking and partnerships among European businesses and UNIDO-supported start-ups worldwide. Key participants will include both UNIDO Member States such as Bulgaria, Croatia, and Romania, as well as non-Member States like Estonia, Greece, and Latvia.   One of the key highlights of the event is the Cleantech Days 2024, spearheaded by the UNIDO Global Cleantech Innovation Programme (GCIP) with support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF). Building on the success of the inaugural Cleantech Days in 2023, this year’s forum will focus on scaling up clean technology start-ups and SMEs from 16 countries. It’s a prime opportunity for entrepreneurs to showcase their impactful solutions and connect with businesses, financiers, and investors.   The event will kick off on June 3-4 with thematic discussions and partnership-building activities, followed by dedicated sessions for UNIDO-supported start-ups from June 5-7. These sessions will include solution presentations, pitching, and extensive networking opportunities.   🌟 Panel Discussion 3: Public-Private Development Partnerships on the 4th of June 🌟 One of the key sessions to look forward to is the panel discussion on effective public-private partnerships for global development and the 2030 Agenda. We’re thrilled to have Daniel Dumitrescu, PhD., Chief Innovation Officer at InnovX, as a speaker. His insights will be invaluable in understanding how such partnerships can drive sustainable industrial growth. This joint event is set to be a cornerstone for sustainable industrial growth and global development cooperation. Looking forward to seeing the incredible innovations and collaborations that will emerge from this gathering!   A special thanks to Adnan Šerić for inviting us and to Josef Kock, Christoph Klose, Janez Rogelj, Kjell Sundin, Marco Matteini, Irhad Puce, Dona Scola, Solomiya Omelyan, Dominika Dor, Michael Schmidt, Gerswynn Mckuur, Eric Jensen, Olga Rataj, Konrad Krull, Alessio Brina, Mariia Pavlova and Julia Oberreiter for their support and contributions to this event.   #UNIDO #Innovation #Sustainability #ClimateAction #Cleantech #GlobalDevelopment #InnovX

Don't miss the opportunity to participate in the Breakout Rooms of the Side Event "Honoring the Masters and Main Actors of the Cultural and Creative Economy" at the 23rd Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. This side event is designed to foster a space for meaningful dialogue and the exchange of knowledge and experiences among indigenous communities, decision-makers, and technology experts. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, the event aims to explore how these communities integrate regenerative models through South-South dialogue. We cordially invite you to join us for Breakout Room 1, where we will delve into the critical role of the creative and circular economy in empowering the integration of indigenous economies into international development markets. Engage in discussions centered on innovative and effective strategies to foster the access of indigenous communities to global markets, through the implementation of fair and sustainable trade models that honor their culture, traditions, and values. Register for the Side Event today and become part of this dialogue! Speakers: Adriana Marina, Anabela Morey Perez, Darlyn Garcia Moderator: Leonel Aguilera. Register now to secure your spot! Register information: https://lnkd.in/d-qCmA9V  Date and Time: Friday, April 26 · 1:30 - 3pm GMT-3 #IndigenousIssues #SustainableDevelopment #CreativeEconomies #TechnologyInnovation #SouthSouthCollaboration #IndigenousEmpowerment #RegenerativeModels #UNPFII23 #HechoPorNosotros #IndigenousTech #SocialJustice #CommunityEmpowerment #AncestralKnowledge #GlobalGoals #IndigenousBusiness #TechForGood #CollaborativeInnovation #IndigenousHeritage #SustainableCommunities #SDGs #UnitedNations #IndigenousEntrepreneurship #EconomicAutonomy Hecho Por Nosotros & animaná

Tomorrow, the inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit 2024 in Sydney, Australia, begins. It’s an exciting and important opportunity to identify real, practical action to drive investment and collaboration towards a nature-positive world. It’s easy to be skeptical about global summits. They are often derided as ‘talk-shops’, where a lot gets said, but little gets done. In the case of #nature, the bar is especially high. As we have covered in our Nature Positive Series, the challenges to investing in nature are significant. But as we have also shown collaboration is vital. It will not be possible to tackle the complexities of nature, nor fully realize the opportunities in nature-positivity, without bringing together stakeholders from across society – from First Nations leaders and experts to scientists and ecologists, from financiers to tech entrepreneurs, from media to all levels of government. From the Summit, BWD Strategic will be looking out for: • Genuine engagement with the challenges of investing in nature. Market players need to know their concerns are heard and understood, and advocates for nature need to work to derisk and optimize their offerings. • Progress towards publicly accessible nature datasets, and towards trusted, consistent, and transparent standards for the collection and analysis of nature data. Trusted data is a key enabler to greater investment in nature. • Genuine, far-reaching efforts to partner with First Nations experts on the way Australia will value nature. Nature-positivity is a profoundly new opportunity for Australia’s relationship with its First Nations people – empowering them to shape the natural capital economy, and recognising the enduring relevance of Traditional Knowledge to a sustainable human future. • Government decisions that cement policy certainty, and strengthen market incentives for nature-positive investment. Innovation is costly, and impossible without a clear and reliable policy context. • The showcasing of real-life, ROI-positive nature-based solutions – ones that prove that investment in nature-positivity is both commercially viable and possible today. We look forward to the Summit’s outcomes and wish the participants and organizers the very best for a profitable, meaningful, and impactful three days. #NbS #Australia #TNFD #sustainability

Ambition 2035: The Time is NOW! The Ambition 2035 Summit is coming to Ottawa May 20-23, 2025! This is your chance to help propel our global competitiveness to new heights. Join us to dive into the latest sector insights, research, and innovative strategies. Seize Canada's biggest economic opportunity and forge new collaborations, partnerships, and opportunities for growth. Why Attend? 🔹Engage in Focused Dialogues: Hear from leading experts on some of the biggest opportunities for the Canadian economy including energy transition, future of transport, sustainable seafood, ocean climate solutions, international collaboration, future of ocean workforce, and more. 🔹Gain In-Depth Insights: Get exclusive insights and help shape implementation plans for strategies on Ocean AI, Blue Bioeconomy, Future of Workforce, Hydrogen, Arctic Ocean Innovation and beyond. 🔹Explore Cutting-Edge Innovation and Ideas: Hear from high-potential, emerging ocean startups on their bold innovations. 🔹Collaborate and Connect: Network in our dedicated collaboration spaces through 1-on-1 meetings and focused workshop opportunities. 🔹Influence Policy: Engage with government decision-makers to advocate for supportive regulatory frameworks and increased focus on ocean economy. Confirmed speakers include Kendra MacDonald, CEO of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster; John Risley, Chair of the Board of Directors of Canada’s Ocean Supercluster; Fred Olayele, PhD, Economist, Professor, and Innovation Strategy Leader; Cara Salci, Vice President, Strategy & Government Relations, Thales; Ann Lee Carpenter, CEO of Braid Theory; Shawn Kanungo and many more. Be a part of this transformative journey. The time is NOW! 🔗 Register NOW and take advantage of early-bird pricing: https://lnkd.in/eV6_KQ7X For more information about Ambition 2035 visit http://ambition2035.ca/ #Ambition2035 #OceanNation #CanadianEconomy #OceanInnovation #SustainableFuture #Collaboration #NetworkingOpportunities

🚀 Nordic Tech Leadership: Shaping the Future of Innovation and Sustainability 🌍 The Nordic region is a global beacon of progress, blending sustainability, technology, and innovation to redefine the future. As a unified economy, the Nordics would rank among the top 15 global economies, with an impressive economic output comparable to that of Canada or Russia. Key Highlights: 🔹 Research and Development: The region boasts one of the highest R&D intensities globally, powering innovation across industries. 🔹 Sustainable Leadership: From renewable energy to green technologies, the Nordics are at the forefront of addressing global challenges with innovative solutions. 🔹 Economic Powerhouse: With a combined GDP per capita (PPP) of €72,182, the region is a model of prosperity and equity. 💡 The Nordics are not just leading—they are setting benchmarks for the world. Join the journey of collaboration, innovation, and impactful change. ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA & BOLD Community #NordicLeadership #Innovation #Sustainability #Technology #FutureEconomy #BOLDCommunity

We have kick-started the year with a successful international trade mission to Paris alongside 12 incredible Australian climate tech companies! You can check out the companies here --> https://lnkd.in/g6dhz7j5 These companies are spearheading Australian climate solutions that are gaining global attention. Over a busy week, founders with customers, investors, mentors, and partners on an international stage, often over a delicious croissant! A huge thank you to our wonderful partners at the Queensland Government, without whom this mission would not be possible. Some takeaways: 🏃♀️ The EU has world-leading climate policy and regulation, such as CBAM, and France2030, which are driving investment into climate tech companies and accelerating the uptake of their solutions by customers. The imperative to adopt sustainable practices and technologies has never been more pressing. 🏆 In this landscape, Australian climate tech companies are positioning themselves as global climate tech leaders and there is strong customer demand 🔥 There has never been a better time for climate tech companies to consider setting up business in the EU, and there is a lot of support for founders when they are doing so. Highlights of the trip included (among many!): ✅ Hosting our very own sold out Australian Climate Tech Pitch Night  🎤 Exhibiting and attending Hello Tomorrow Global Summit 🥐 Lunch with partners near the Eiffel Tower 🇫🇷 Meetup with Techstars Sustainability Paris and Choose Paris Region This Paris trade mission was a pivotal opportunity for the 12 attending companies: the chance to showcase their solutions to a global audience, foster essential connections, and explore setting up business in the EU by connecting into a global hub of climate action. Thanks again to Trade and Investment Queensland, Queensland Chief Entrepreneur and the Queensland Government for supporting this mission. Big thanks also to Business France, Christelle Damiens, Stuart Dullard at Ashurst and Pippa Gawley at Zero Carbon Capital for invaluable pre-trip mentoring. And everyone who gave advice, offered to connect and support in Paris - too many to name but you know who you are! #climatetech #climateaction #climatesolution #globalgrowth #france2030 #hellotomorrow Mick Liubinskas Fanny Ligier Olivia Utharntharm