This session will bring together leaders from education, industry, and international organisations to explore how skills systems can respond to the accelerating demand for green and climate-aligned capabilities.

The discussion will focus on practical approaches to developing talent pipelines, strengthening partnerships between industry and education, and scaling green workforce development globally.

The morning will feature presentations and moderated discussion with senior representatives from the World Bank Group, QS, and Arizona State University, including:

• Alejandro Caballero, Principal Education Specialist, World Bank Group  

• Ommid Saberi, Principal Climate Specialist, World Bank Group

• Nunzio Quacquarelli, President & Chair of the Board, Quacquarelli Symonds

• Leigh Kamolins, Vice President, Evaluation and Insights, QS

• Marco Serrato, Vice President, Learning Enterprise, Arizona State University

Key Event Details

‍‍Date: Tuesday, March 24 2026 Time: 08:30 – 12:30 (arrival from 08:30)

Places are limited. Email [email protected] to confirm your interest.

As part of Global Skills Week 2026, we are inviting a select group of leaders to an exclusive convening. On March 24, QS and BCG will host higher education leaders, economic development leaders, employers and policy makers to discuss the future of work and skills in the AI era.

Register your interest to join us on March 24 from 1:30-4:30pm at the BCG Office in Downtown Washington, D.C. Places are limited, so register now.

You're invited! Join us between 6-8pm on March 24 for networking drinks at the Global Skills Week 2026 venue, Convene Hamilton Square.

The Reception is free-to-attend for all Global Skills Week ticket holders. We hope to see you there.