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Mark your calendars for the 54th NORDTEK Conference.
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Meet the Speakers of the 2025 NORDTEK Conference
Elina Kähkönen, Aalto University
Presentation: "Cross-cutting Approaches in Education Transformation". Explore how Aalto University has decided to integrate three cross-cutting approaches – Solutions for sustainability, Radical creativity, and Entrepreneurial mindset – into all activities. In this presentation, Elina will share the actions taken, learnings, and achievements of the team's work so far.
Dalius Kazlauskas, GO Vilnius
Presentation: "Business of Tomorrow – How the City is Prepared for AI Transformation". Discover how the city embraces artificial intelligence to shape a smarter, more efficient future. This session explores the city's innovative strategies, people-driven initiatives, and purposeful steps toward AI integration across urban life.
Liutauras Nekrošius, VILNIUS TECH
Presentation: "Improving Democracy through Participatory Initiatives in Architecture". Democracy is a cornerstone of meaningful transformation. Without it, even the green and digital transitions lose their impact. This presentation explores how participatory architectural practices can strengthen democratic values.
Oliver Zofič, Microsoft
Presentation: "Innovating Education in the AI Era". This session explores the transformative impact of AI on higher education. Oliver will delve into demographic shifts, financial uncertainties, and the opportunities AI presents for colleges and universities to rethink operating models, empower faculty, reach new segments, and reimagine experiences to improve satisfaction and retention. Oliver also highlight real-world examples from institutions, showcasing how they have successfully integrated AI to enhance their educational offerings and operations.
Salome Dermati, EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
Presentation: "Policy and Research Officer, EUROPEAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION". In a dynamic, solution-oriented session, Salome will identify existing resources, tools, and initiatives that promote green mobility. Participants will have the opportunity to take home a range of best practices and be inspired to contribute to meaningful change at their institution and beyond.
Paulius Nomgaudas, Vextur
Presentation: "Strategic Planning for University Digitalization: Key Considerations and Best Practices". Digital transformation in universities goes far beyond the IT department. This session highlights how inclusive, strategic planning — involving leadership, faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders — is essential for building meaningful and sustainable digital change in higher education..
Monika Mačiulienė, VILNIUS TECH
Presentation: "Talking Sustainability So It Resonates: Segments, Participation, and the Role of Participatory Science". Discover how tailored sustainability communication can bridge gaps in trust and engagement. Based on a national segmentation study in Lithuania, this presentation reveals four distinct science publics and highlights how participatory strategies—like citizen science—can make climate messages more effective and inclusive.
Monika Stankevičiūtė, National Institute for Social Integration
Presentation: "When Social Needs Finally Meet Tech: Fixing the System from the Ground Up". Discover what happens when technology meets real social needs. Through the lens of Senjoro, this presentation uncovers how digital solutions can support aging populations—and why lasting change depends on collaboration beyond tech alone.