Presenters

Xavier TRIADÓ

Vice-Rector for Digitalisation Policy, Universitat de Barcelona

Xavier is Vice-Rector for Digitalisation Policy at the University of Barcelona and a professor in the Department of Business. He holds a PhD in Economic and Business Sciences and specialises in organisational change, innovation in teaching, and digital transformation in higher education.

Link

Wim VAN PETEGEM

President, EDEN Digital Learning Europe

A pioneer in digital learning, Wim Van Petegem brings decades of experience in educational innovation and technology-enhanced learning. As President of EDEN, he will explore the evolving digital landscape in higher education.

He is Professor at KU Leuven (BE).

Link

Elif BAHAR

Analyst, OECD

Elif Bahar works on higher education policy and data analysis at the OECD. Her keynote will highlight global trends and the impact of evidence-based policymaking on lifelong learning and equity in education.

Link

Heather HASELEY

Chief Lifelong Learning Officer, Imperial College London

Formerly Dean of Postgraduate and Online Education, Director of Education Innovation, and Professor of Practice at the University of Exeter, she has led major initiatives to reshape higher education for future skills.

Link

Stefaan HERMANS

Director Policy Strategy and Evaluation, DG EAC, European Commission

With a central role in shaping EU education policy, Stefaan Hermans will offer key insights into the European Commission’s strategies for higher education and adult learning in today’s complex geopolitical and social context.

Link

Fredrik HEINTZ

Professor, Linköping University

An expert in artificial intelligence and education, Fredrik Heintz will discuss the implications of AI for higher education and the ethical, pedagogical, and institutional shifts it demands.

Link