Investing in Skills, Talent and Entrepreneurship

The economies of the future will depend on their ability to equip people with relevant skills, unlock entrepreneurial potential and translate talent into innovation, enterprise and growth. Rapid technological change is reshaping labour markets, creating new opportunities while demanding new approaches to skills development, workforce adaptation and lifelong learning. This session will explore how governments, businesses and investors can build stronger ecosystems for talent and entrepreneurship—connecting skills, technology, mentorship and access to finance to help people create, scale and participate in the industries of the future. The discussion will consider how investment in human capital and enterprise can strengthen competitiveness, inclusion and economic resilience.