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General Assembly 2024

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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

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

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

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

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

Attendees: GS1 Management Board members or by invitation only

Dress code: Business casual

14:00 - 16:00

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

Get to know the new nominees joining the GS1 Management Board

Attendees: Everyone may attend

Dress code: Business casual

18:15 - 23:30

See the social events & tours page for more details.

Dress code: Black tie, formal dress

9:30 - 14:00

Attendees: All GS1 GA delegates, board members and invited guests.

Dress code: Business casual

14:00 - 15:00

Lunch

15:00 - 17:00

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

See the social events & tours page for more details.

Dress code: Business casual

9:00 - 16:00

See the social events & tours page for more details.

Dress code: Casual with comfortable shoes