
31 March 2025
Global Executive Industry Talk: Education Technology
The Global Executive Industry Talks (GETIT) is an exclusive, high-level forum created specifically for C-suite executives to explore and discuss the mos tcritical trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of industry. This event serves as a unique platform for knowledge sharing, strategic networking, and collaboration, tackling the most pressing themes facing the manufacturing and technology sectors, including digital transformation, sustainability, innovation, and the global economic outlook.
Taking place during HANNOVER MESSE at the Smart Factory Academy in Pavilion 36, GETIT will dedicate each day to a specific manufacturing theme, offering in-depth insights from leading industry experts. This format ensures that each session is targeted, engaging, and impactful for all participants. In addition to the core sessions, GETIT – Espresso Networking will provide a dedicated space for fostering meaningful connections and exchanging insights.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in daily networking sessions, with each day’s discussions focused on a different critical topic:
- 31 March 2025, Monday – Education Technology (EdTech)
- 1 April 2025, Tuesday – Sustainability and Green Technology
- 2 April 2025, Wednesday – Industrial Artificial Intelligence
- 3 April 2025, Thursday – Advanced Manufacturing
- 4 April 2025, Friday – Supply Chain Optimisation
GETIT is your opportunity to connect with peers, gain actionable insights, and be part of transformative discussions that are driving the future of manufacturing. Don’t miss out on this must-attend event—join us at HANNOVER MESSE, Pavilion 36, for a day of inspiration, collaboration, and strategic planning that will shape the industries of tomorrow.
The participation is free of charge, registration is not required.
Agenda
10:00 a.m. –
03:00 p.m.
GETIT Espresso Networking
Networking Focus: Startups and companies driving innovation in education through technology-driven solutions, including online learning platforms, personalised learning tools, and virtual reality education.
03:00 p.m.
Charting the Course: Academic Introduction & Strategic Goals
Thomas Rilke, Head of Deutsche Messe Technology Academy
03:10 p.m.
Measuring Industrial Education’s Readiness for the Future
Dr. Dominic Gorecky, Head of Swiss Smart Factory (SIPBB)
An in-depth discussion on assessing the preparedness of industrial education for future challenges and opportunities.
03:40 p.m.
Unlocking the Power of Industry 4.0 Through Virtual Learning and Remote Equipment Access
Thomas Zürcher, CEO, MyLiveZone
04:10 p.m.
Panel discussion – Forging the Future: The Educatalyst Alliance and Strategic Cooperation

04:30 p.m.
Networking Discussions with Beer & Pretzels
Unwind and connect. Join us for casual networking discussions over beer and pretzels — an opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and explore collaborations in a relaxed setting.