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#1
Disruption as an opportunity
Entrepreneurs and politicians agreed that concurrent crises of corona and climate change are creating opportunities. People are shaken up and more open to new ways of doing things. The boost in digitization caused by the impact of corona has made it clear: it’s possible! This momentum must be boldly exploited.
#2
Digital sovereignty
Europe has many competitive top technologies. But we also need to put our technologies and data to work. It’s about creating value in Europe and becoming digitally independent of platforms dominating the market, according to EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Myra co-founder Paul Kaffsack.
#3
Mindset: Boldness
The mindset of a disruptive age is boldness – the courage to act and to make mistakes. New companies such as Personio, NEURA Robotics and Myra Security exemplify this cultural change, but Siemens CEO Roland Busch is also championing this mindset. Participants were unanimous in their desire for entrepreneurial boldness, especially from the new German administration.
#4
Speed and agility
The digital future of Germany and Europe depends on how quickly we act. Large companies are becoming increasingly agile and recommending that policymakers streamline bureaucracy and introduce agile processes. Estonia is showing how to do it.
#5
Green economy
Ever since the climate-related events of 2021 and COP 26, the urgency of climate protection and a sustainable economy has finally dawned on companies and politicians alike. Ursula von der Leyen and environmental activist Carola Rackete have impressively demonstrated this with their pleas for a green transformation.
