Tourism Talks
Tourism Talks: A dynamic series on training, funding, and shaping the future of tourism
The Tourism Talks initiative, on behalf of the Large-Scale Partnership (LSP) aims to facilitate quick knowledge sharing and networking among tourism industry experts.
Short talks on tourism industry themes such as skills intelligence, funding opportunities, education and training will be included at each Tourism Talks session organised by EVBB, RuralTour, AKMI, ITH and Federturismo Confindustria in the framework of the Pacts4all project.
Webinar 26 February 2025 (11:00 – 12:30)
Technological revolution in the tourism industry: Trends and Impacts
Technology continues to reshape how we travel, how businesses operate, and how we experience the world around us.
From artificial intelligence and big data to virtual reality and mobile applications, innovations are revolutionizing every aspect of tourism. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of technology in tourism and explore how it is shaping our experiences and the industry as a whole.
- Current Trends: We’ll examine the latest technological advancements that are influencing the tourism sector, including automation, personalized marketing, and contactless services.
- Impacts on Stakeholders: We’ll discuss how these technologies are affecting various stakeholders, from travellers and service providers to local communities and policy makers.
- Sustainability and Innovation: We’ll also highlight how technology is driving sustainable practices in tourism, enabling us to balance growth with environmental responsibility.
- Future Outlook: Finally, we will look ahead to what the future may hold for technology in tourism, considering both opportunities and challenges.
Agenda
26 February 2025
The times given are those of the Central European Time Zone (CET)
11:00 – 11:20
Moderator
- Silvia Enea, Federturismo Confindustria
Keynote speaker
- Mirko Lalli, CEO & Founder Data Appeal
11:20 – 12:20
- Jane Stacey OECD Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities
Head of Tourism Unit
- Giovanni Filippi, Secretary and Coordinator of the activities of the Association Nomadi Digitali
- Juan Uribe-Toril, Professor of Economía Aplicada University of Almería
- Valter Duarte BAE Ventures Head of Corporate Innovation Programs
- Lucilla Costa, Smarthink CEO-Co Founder
12:20 – 12:30
- Q&A Session, wrap-up and closing
