Closing words
17:30 to 18:00 PM
Studio 4
In this closing session, we reflected on the day's insightful discussions and presentations. We synthesized the key takeaways from our diverse speakers and audience, exploring the potential and challenges of AI in shaping a better future. This moment also served as a chance to spotlight and celebrate our first cohort, sharing the experiences and achievements of the FARI Postgraduate Program's 2024 alumni.
Meet the speakers
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Karen Boers
SPEAKER
Co-Director at FARI - AI for he Common Good Institute Brusels
Karen is an impact entrepreneur known for challenging the status quo in technology, entrepreneurship, and digital skills. She founded and led initiatives such as Startups.be, the European Startup Network, BeCentral, and BeCode, focusing on developing and recruiting diverse talent. Recognized as one of the top 50 most influential women in the European startup and venture capital space from 2016 to 2020, she was nominated as ‘ICT Woman of the Year’ in 2019 and named among ‘Inspiring Fifty’ in 2021 and ‘Radical Innovator’ in 2022. Currently, Karen runs the Brussels-based AI Centre for the Common Good and is a sought-after speaker on corporate social responsibility, leadership, diversity and inclusion, talent acquisition, psychosocial well-being, and impact finance.