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Global Skills Week 2027
March 2027
Washington, D.C.
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United States of America

Global Skills Week 2026

Bringing together skills-focused experts to connect the global skills economy.

Where tomorrow’s skills economy takes shape

Global Skills Week 2026 brought together skills-focused industry, colleges and universities, policy-makers, economic development and technology leaders from around the world. We explore key themes to help innovators tackle the rapidly evolving workforce.
Artificial intelligence
Explore how AI is reshaping industries, driving innovation and redefining skills.
Critical industry skills
What are the skills powering the sectors of tomorrow? Learn how to adapt, re-skill and lead.
Jobs and career navigation
Get expert guidance on career pathways, emerging occupations, and skill-building curricula.

Meet Our Speakers

Alvaro J. Muñiz
Director in the Office for International, Community, and Economic Engagement, APLU
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Dr Jill Buban
Workforce Education and Online Learning Leader
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Expertise
Santiago Schnell
Provost, Dartmouth College
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Expertise
Fotis Sotiropoulos
Executive Vice President and Provost, Penn State University
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Expertise
Haley Glover
Senior Director, UpSkill America, Economic Opportunities Program
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Expertise
Anshul Sonak
Head and Global Director, Intel Digital Readiness Programs
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Expertise
Grace Williamson
Senior Director, Industry and Employer Relations, Knauss School of Business
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Expertise
Clare Overmann
Chief Executive Officer, Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA)
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Expertise
Dr Fanta Aw
Executive Director and CEO, NAFSA: Association of International Educators
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Expertise

Agenda

Global Skills Week will focus on four key themes to enable discussion across the breadth of the skills economy.

  1. Future Skills Systems
  2. Skills Partnerships For Growth
  3. Skills as the Global Currency
  4. Skills For Societal Impact
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Destination

Global Skills Week 2026 will be hosted in Washington, D.C. - Convene Hamilton Square provides the perfect environment for focused networking and in-depth discussions pertaining to the future of education.
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Insights

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