Programme
Times are in the Central European Time Zone
This is an in-person event. However, if only possible for you to attend virtually, basic Zoom access is provided. All participants must register.
All times are in Central European Time (CET)
17:00 - 19:00
Welcome reception
Join us for a delightful welcome reception hosted by GS1 Italy! This gathering provides an ideal setting to renew ties with familiar faces and cultivate new connections. Enjoy the warmth and camaraderie as we bring together all registrants and their spouses/partners.
Attendees: All in-person registrants and their spouses/partners
Price: No fee, hosted by GS1 Italy
Dress code: Business casual
18:00 - 19:00
Special networking activity for MO chairpersons
Chairpersons from industry and their accompanying GS1 MO CEO are invited to join an exclusive speed networking activity that promises valuable interactions and insights. Get ready to mingle, share ideas, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere!
Who may attend: All in-person Board Chairs of GS1 MOs and their MO CEOs.
Dress code: Business casual
19:00 - 22:00
GS1 and GS1 Italy Joint Management Boards Dinner
This special dinner is exclusively for the GS1 Management Board Members and GS1 Italy Board members and invited guests.
Dress code: Business casual
9:00 - 12:30
Welcome and GS1 Italy industry plenary "The art of transforming tomorrow: a new Renaissance"
Throughout history, innovations have changed the world and improved the lives of human beings. However, today, more than ever, innovation demands ethical reflections that take us beyond the realm of basic needs.
Together with philosophers, designers, retailers, manufacturers, and solution providers, we will explore how the challenge of artificial intelligence is leading us towards a new renaissance, in a complex historical era. Facing a threshold of epochal change that could give us the opportunity to create a sustainable future together.
We are delighted to feature special presentations from:
- Francesco Del Porto, GS1 Italy's Board President and President Regional Italy & Global Chief Customer Officer, Barilla Group
- Cosimo Accoto, MIT and UNIMORE, Tech Philosopher, Research Affiliate & Fellow, Adjunct Professor and Startup Advisor & Instructor
- Enrico Giovannini, Full professor and Scientific Director, University of Rome and Italian Alliance for Sustainable Development
- Jacopo Perfetti, PromptDesign.it, Co-founder PromptDesign.it and Generative AI Expert
Dress code: Business casual
12:30 - 14:00
Lunch
12:30 - 13:00
GS1 Management Board private lunch
13:00 - 17:30
GS1 Management Board Meeting
Attendees: GS1 Management Board members or by invitation only
Dress code: Business casual
14:00 - 16:00
GS1 MO inspiration from the federation session
Discover new projects, innovative ways of working and industry perspectives from all regions of the globe. Representatives from various GS1 MOs will inspire us to new heights in this insightful session.
Speakers will be announced soon!
Attendees: Everyone may attend
Dress code: Business casual
16:15 - 17:00
GS1 Management Board Nominees Panel session
Get to know the new nominees joining the GS1 Management Board
Attendees: Everyone may attend
Dress code: Business casual
18:15 - 23:30
Gala dinner, hosted by GS1 Italy
See the social events & tours page for more details.
Dress code: Black tie, formal dress
9:30 - 14:00
GS1 General Assembly official business meeting
Attendees: All GS1 GA delegates, board members and invited guests.
Dress code: Business casual
14:00 - 15:00
Lunch
15:00 - 17:00
Closing plenary
Together we’ll applaud our GS1 Member Organisations in a lively anniversary ceremony kicking off this closing session.
We will also pay tribute to Kathy Wengel, former GS1 Board chair, reflecting on her outstanding accomplishments and outstanding impact on GS1 and our community worldwide.
An insightful discussion panel of GS1 MOs board chairs will be held and features topics such as how GS1 is transforming business now and into the near future.
Closing remarks will summarise the week’s accomplishments with an exciting perspective on what’s next for GS1.
Attendees: Everyone may attend
Dress code: Business casual
18:15 - 22:00
Optional Networking Dinner: Musei Capitolini and Terrazza Caffarelli
See the social events & tours page for more details.
Dress code: Business casual
9:00 - 16:00
Optional sightseeing tour of historical centre of Rome
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Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes