David Timis
David Timis is the Global Communications & Public Affairs Manager of Generation, the largest global employment program by annual volume that both trains and places people into life-changing careers that would otherwise be inaccessible. His mission in life is to prepare people for the future of work and his interests lie at the intersection of reskilling, employment, and technology. David was educated in Business and Management at the University of Glasgow and in European Political and Governance Studies at the College of Europe. He has 10 years of work experience in marketing, communications, and public affairs in organisations such as Google, L’Oréal, and BCW.
David has guest lectured at renowned universities such as Cambridge University and the College of Europe and delivered keynote speeches about the impact of technology on the future of work for a wide range of clients including TEDx, Google, and the European Commission. He has been recognised as an Influential Leader by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, included on the Forbes 30 Under 30 List for his work to equip young people with digital skills, and selected by the World Economic Forum to be part of the Davos Lab.
Monday TRACK I
Panel: Harnessing AI to Transform Work and Research
The panel explores how AI is revolutionising professional environments and research across sectors. Speakers will discuss AI’s role in enhancing productivity and innovation in scientific research and legal services, as well as concerns about job displacement, ethical issues, and over-reliance on automated systems. The panel aims to provide a balanced view of AI’s transformative potential, alongside the regulatory considerations needed for responsible implementation.