In a rapidly changing world, we are experiencing a significant shift: from fossil-based to bio-based and circular economies, from analog to digital, from governmental to entrepreneurial-driven structures, and a blend of top-down and bottom-up approaches. These transformations require a fresh perspective on building resilient industries and economies. The critical question is: how can we keep our industries strong and accelerate innovation in this dynamic environment?

Ecosystems provide a powerful solution. By bringing together government, education, and entrepreneurs as equal partners, ecosystems enable faster innovation and create opportunities that drive regional and economic growth. The speaker will explore how these collaborative networks can outpace traditional approaches in a democratic and open society. Drawing on personal experience, they will present real-world examples of thriving ecosystems they have helped develop, showcasing the impact of this model in building future-ready economies.