Events
The GFCC curates an exclusive collection of both online and in-person events. Often implemented in partnership with member organizations, they gather members, fellows, and partners from around the globe. GFCC events promote knowledge exchange, generate insights, forge strategic partnerships, and allow for unparalleled access to influential innovation and competitiveness leaders worldwide. GFCC members get unique opportunities to be featured, participate and co-organize events.
Upcoming Events
Lisbon Study Trip
Join us on a study trip to the vibrant and historic city of Lisbon, Portugal and get a unique glimpse into the country's dynamic academic and entrepreneurial landscape.
2025 Events Calendar
The GFCC and its members are hosting a dynamic lineup of upcoming online and in-person events.
Past In Person Events
Innovation Arena at COP 28
The GFCC and its sister organization, the Council on Competitiveness, will lead an Innovation Arena during COP 28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on December 6.
Global Innovation Summit 2024
GIS 2024, hosted by Queen's University Belfast, united leaders to explore economic growth, social inclusion, and sustainability under the theme "Accelerating Global Sustainability and Economic Inclusion."
Global Innovation Summit 2023
The GFCC’s flagship event for 2023 was the Global Innovation Summit, “Shape Tomorrow: Innovate the Sustainable Future,” in the United Kingdom.
Global Innovation Summit 2022
The GFCC’s flagship event for 2022 was the Global Innovation Summit, “Building Competitiveness: From Local to Global,” in Greece.
Delphi Economic Forum
Each year, the GFCC brings a delegation and acts as a content partner at the Delphi Economic Forum.
Brazilian Industry Innovation Summit
In 2022, the GFCC participated in the Brazilian Innovation Industry Summit, and hosted the Industry Universities Partnerships for Impact forum.
Past Online Events
Resilient Infrastructures for the Future
The GFCC and its member, Lockheed Martin Corporation, will host two online events focused on the resilience of critical infrastructures, both physical and digital.
Global Innovation Summit 2021
The GFCC’s flagship event for 2021 was the online Global Innovation Summit, “Future Competitiveness."
Frame the Future Series
GFCC’s biggest online event series, Frame the Future, lasted throughout 2021 and acted as a pathway to the 2021 GIS.
Frame the Future | Universities 4.0
In 2021, the University 4.0 online series focused on research and higher academia within the Frame the Future framework.
Global Innovation Summit 2020
The GFCC’s flagship event for 2020 was the online Global Innovation Summit, “Crossing the Chasm: Health, Innovation and the Future Economy.
Now. Bridge. Reboot.
During 2020, the GFCC hosted online conversations to understand the massive changes due to Covid-19 through the Now. Bridge. Reboot. series.