Global Skills Week

Global Skills Week, Washington, D.C. | March 24-28, 2025. Connecting the Global Skills Economy.

Transforming the Global Skills Economy with partnerships, ideas, insights and initiatives from around the world.

Global Skills Week brings together skills-focused industry, colleges and universities, policy-makers, economic development and technology leaders from around the world. The Future of Skills & Work Forum on Wednesday March 26, is the main program for Global Skills Week in 2025, connecting the global skills economy to advance ideas, initiatives and partnerships for next-generation skills, quality jobs and economic growth.


Building on the momentum of the global skills economy, the Future of Skills & Work Forum dives deep into critical areas such as advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, digital skills, green skills and healthcare, equipping participants with the tools and partnerships to tackle future education and workforce challenges. Through practical workshops and thought-provoking sessions, leaders from diverse sectors will collaborate to implement strategies that foster innovation, bridge gaps between education and industry, and address emerging workforce needs.

Themes

Global Skills Week tackles the urgent challenges of a rapidly evolving workforce, focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Critical Industry and Green Skills, and Jobs and Career Navigation. These key themes empower individuals and organizations to adapt, innovate, and thrive in a world shaped by technological advancements, shifting demands, and emerging career opportunities.

Artificial Intelligence

Explore how AI is reshaping industries, driving innovation, and redefining skills. Gain insights into leveraging AI for personal and professional growth, ensuring inclusivity, and fostering ethical practices for a workforce ready to thrive in the digital age.

Critical Industry Skills

Discover essential skills powering key sectors like advanced manufacturing, green skills, and healthcare. Learn how to adapt, re-skill, and lead in a rapidly evolving landscape, ensuring resilience and competitiveness in critical industries.

Jobs & Career Navigation

Navigate the future of work with expert guidance from early career navigation, career pathways and transitions, emerging occupations, and skill-building curriculum. Uncover tools and networks to align 'learners and earners' with opportunity.

Partners, Sponsors and Collaborators

Our Partners, Sponsors, and Collaborators play a pivotal role in shaping the success of Global Skills Week and the Future of Skills & Work Forum. Together, we drive innovation, highlight initiatives, provide resources, and amplify impact across industries. Their commitment enables us to empower individuals and institutions, foster meaningful connections, and create lasting solutions for the future of skills and work.

1Mentor
AWS
American Student Assistance (ASA)
BCG
Blackstone Charitable Foundation
ETS
IFC World Bank
InSpring
Intel
Jobs for the Future (JFF)
OpenAI
Pearson
QS
Shorelight
Siemens
United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
University of Virginia
Western Governors University

2025 Featured Speakers

Global Skills Week brings together visionary leaders, industry pioneers, and change-makers to share their expertise and insights. Our Featured Speakers inspire with transformative ideas, actionable strategies, and success stories, equipping attendees with the knowledge to navigate the evolving workforce and embrace opportunities in an ever-changing global landscape.

Alejandro Caballero
Principal Education Specialist at IFC The World Bank Group
Maria Spies
Co-Founder at HolonIQ & Chief Innovation Officer at QS
Sarah DeMark
Vice Provost, Academic Portfolio at Western Governors University
Ted Mitchell
President at the American Council on Education
Valerie Singer
General Manager, Global Education at Amazon Web Services
Alli Matz
Senior Business Development Manager at Amazon Web Services
Amanda Winters
Program Director of Postsecondary Education at National Governors Association
Angela Hernandez
Senior Lead Skills Architect at Western Governors University
Angela Virtu
Professorial Lecturer, Information Technology and Analytics at American University
Anshul Sonak
Head and Global Director - Intel Digital Readiness Programs at Intel
Brianna McCain
Vice President at JPMorganChase Policy Center
Charlotte Morrissey
Senior Lead Skills Architect at Western Governors University
Chris Hoehn-Saric
Co-Founder at inSpring
Darby Westfall
Founder at Leapfrog Systems
Deontée Gordon
CEO at TechBirmingham
Dominic Berardi
Vice President, Government Affairs at Shorelight
Enzo Peruffo
Dean at Luiss Graduate School & Professor of Strategy at Luiss Guido Carli University
Esteban Veintimilla
Director of Partnerships at 1Mentor by QS
Geoffrey Roche
Director, Workforce Development, North America at Siemens Healthineers
Imran Oomer
Co-Founder at inSpring
Jeff Bulanda
VP The ASA Career Navigation Center at Jobs for the Future (JFF)
Judy Goldstein
SVP Marketing and Communications at American Student Assistance (ASA)
Julie Lammers
Executive Vice President at American Student Assistance
Karishma Merchant
Associate Vice President, Policy & Advocacy at Jobs for the Future
Keelan Schule
Solutions Engineer at OpenAI
Kemi Jona
Vice Provost for Online Education and Digital Innovation at University of Virginia
Kennon Harrison
Head of Corporate Workforce Partnerships at ETS
Kristina Francis
Executive Director at JFFLabs
Lane McBride
Managing Director & Senior Partner at BCG
Maria Flynn
President and CEO at Jobs for the Future
Martín Serrano
Director of Product Innovation at 1Mentor by QS
Matt Gee
Director, U.S. Programs Data at Gates Foundation
Matteo Quacquarelli
Vice President, Strategy & Analytics at QS Quacquarelli Symonds
Maura Pally
Executive Director at Blackstone Charitable Foundation
Meg Hamel
Vice President, Education at HolonIQ
Michelle Wieser
Business School Strategy Lead at QS Quacquarelli Symonds
Mike Erickson
Technical Training Specialist - Global Learner Engagement at Amazon Web Services
Nick Moore
Director, Governor's Office of Education and Workforce Transformation at State of Alabama
Noah Eden
Global Lead, Public Sector Innovation Programs at Amazon Web Services
Nunzio Quacquarelli
President at QS Quacquarelli Symonds
Olga Yakusheva
Professor at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing
Patrick Brothers
Co-Founder at HolonIQ & Executive Director at QS
Peter Beard
Vice President, Policy and Programs at U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
Rebecca Peters Corley
Director, Semiconductor Public Policy at Samsung Electronics America
Samantha Coen
Senior Manager, Skills Architecture at Western Governors University
Simone Rodriguez
Chief of Staff to the CEO at Cognizant
Siya Raj Purohit
Education GTM at OpenAI
Stacy Caldwell
President and CEO at CredLens
Taylor Maag
Director of Workforce Policy at Jobs for the Future
Tekla Moquin
Skills to Jobs Leader at Amazon Web Services
Valeria Vecchi
Investment Officer - Global Health & Education at IFC The World Bank Group

Industry Skills
Leadership Councils

Skills Leadership Councils of Global Skills Week (GSW) are specialized platforms bringing together leaders from industries, academia, governments, and civil society to address the evolving skill needs in critical sectors.

2025 will bring together four Skills Leadership Councils in Advanced Manufacturing, Artificial Intelligence & Digital Skills, Energy and Healthcare. Skills Leadership Councils will meet on the sidelines of Global Skills Week to shape the global re-skilling revolution.

Join Leaders from Industry & Higher Education

Networking, ideas, connections and partnership building with senior skills leaders from around the world in Washington, D.C, March 25-26, 2025

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Venues and Accommodation

Future of Skills &
Work Forum

The Future of Skills & Work Forum is the main program for Global Skills Week, bringing together leaders from around the world powering the global skills economy.

The Forum will be held at Convene Hamilton Square, just steps away from the White House and the National Mall in Washington D.C.

Industry Skills
Leadership Councils

Throughout Global Skills Week, Skills Leadership Councils will meet across the city, at the National Press Club, University Campuses and Industry Hubs to connect leaders powering the global skills economy.

Accommodation

Explore a range of convenient and comfortable accommodation options close to Global Skills Week venues.

Hilton Garden Inn Washington DC Downtown
815 14th Street North West (4 min walk to venue)
Hotel Washington
515 15th Street NW (5 min walk to venue)
JW Marriott Washington DC
1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW (2 min walk)
Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
806 15th Street Northwest (5 min walk to venue)
Willard Intercontinental Washington
1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW (2 min walk to venue)

Global Leadership Summit Series

Since 2018, HolonIQ has hosted Global Leadership Summits around the world, bringing together leaders in impact, finance and technology across education, climate and healthcare.

New York
New York Leadership Summit (2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024)
London
London Leadership Summit (2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2024)
Paris
Paris Leadership Summit (2018, 2019, 2022, 2024)
Monterrey
Monterrey Leadership Summit (Mexico, 2023)
Singapore
Singapore Leadership Summit (2022)
Hong Kong
Hong Kong Leadership Summit (2019, 2022)
Berlin
Berlin Leadership Summit (2018, 2019, 2022)
Bengaluru
Bengaluru Leadership Summit (2019, 2022)
Mexico
Mexico City Leadership Summit (2022)
Beijing
Beijing Leadership Summit (2018, 2019)
Jakarta
Jakarta Leadership Summit (2022)
Stockholm
Stockholm Leadership Summit (2022)
Taipei
Taipei Leadership Summit (2023, 2024)
Cairo
Cairo Leadership Summit (2022)
Melbourne
Melbourne Leadership Summit (2022)

HolonIQ Summit Highlights

Join Leaders from Industry & Higher Education

Networking, ideas, connections and partnership building with senior skills leaders from around the world in Washington, D.C, March 25-26, 2025

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