Agenda

• 3:10 pm
• 3:40 pm

Setting the scene of the state of the world today and what we are doing about it.

• 3:40 pm
• 4:45 pm
• Step Start

Obvious industries such as education, healthcare, travel have been hugely impacted by Covid. Setting the scene with the tech trends to watch, challenges, and shifts in infrastructure globally.

• 4:45 pm
• 5:30 pm
• Step Start

The collaboration between corporates and SMEs during the pandemic has seen a rise to provide tech solutions. Discussing adapting to the future of work and customer experiences.

• 5:30 pm
• 6:15 pm
• Step Start

Tight cash flow, drawn out employee onboarding, and challenges in sourcing talent affect startups and large companies alike. Discussing the continued shift towards the gig economy, non-traditional education routes, and degree-less employees.

• 6:15 pm
• 7:00 pm
• Step X

The food industry has been shifting towards transformative processes and sustainable food systems with the support of the government. Discussing how to build an attractive brand and platform to appeal to consumers and affect habits.

• 7:00 pm
• 7:45 pm
• Step Start

Discussing trends in investment, booming industries, emerging markets, and startup stories.

• 3:10 pm
• 3:40 pm
• Step Digital

The retail industry has witnessed another shift in standards and consumer behavior. Even though physical stores have re-opened, social distancing, new behaviors and habits will affect retailers. Discussing diversified supply chains, e-commerce, payments, and logistics.

• 4:15 pm
• 4:45 pm
• Step Start

Digital-first education is now prevailing. Discussing the surge in digital transformation in schools and learning, including investment trends and government initiation.

• 5:20 pm
• 5:50 pm
• Step Digital

Personalization, customization, and on-demand have been key in attracting customers. Discussing how brands are tailoring quality experiences to their diverse educated customers and what tech trends are playing a role.

• 6:25 pm
• 6:55 pm
• Step Digital

Streaming services saw a spike since 2019 and 2020 has only accelerated this. Discussing how the world gets its entertainment including the introduction of new players across video and audio platforms.

• 7:30 pm
• 8:15 pm
• Step X

Covid has heavily impacted many aspects of the automotive industry, especially supply chains. Discussing the future of the automotive industry and mobility including sales, consumer behaviors, and fast-tracking innovation which can introduce new opportunities in shared mobility, e-vehicles, and connectivity.

• 7:30 pm
• 8:15 pm
• Wellness

During 2020's pandemic, mental health startups have witnessed a major rise in funding and consumption. Tackling the importance of mental health and how technology can be an enabler of providing larger access to the market.

• 5:20 pm
• 6:05 pm
• Step X

The world’s best scientists have signaled that 2020 is the year to act on a coordinated and comprehensive plan for climate change. Discussing what a plan of this magnitude looks like including policy, innovation, and individual behaviors.

• 4:15 pm
• 5:00 pm
• Step X

Health-tech is one of the booming industries that has received rising interest from investors and government entities. Discussing the challenges of advances in healthcare including data, science, and policy; and the road towards preventative and primary care.

• 6:25 pm
• 7:10 pm
• Wellness

Discussing a 100% WFH model, 100% Back to the Office, or a Hybrid Model. Tackling the challenges startups and corporates will need to consider moving forward.

• 3:10 pm
• 3:45 pm
• Step X

Government entities were put to the test with the mass population facing a lack of access to services during the Covid lockdown. Discussing the investment and shift in behavior to digitize services while not compromising data and privacy.