Talent Arenaby Mobile World Capital Barcelona

Where digital talent meets

Three action-packed days of collaboration and opportunity, bringing together the entire digital talent ecosystem.

Talent Arena is Europe’s premier event dedicated to digital talent. For the first time, digital professionals, leading global tech companies and educational institutions will come together, creating a hub for learning, networking and career growth. 
 
In collaboration with the GSMA, the Spanish Ministry of Digital Transformation, the Government of Catalonia and the Barcelona City Council, Talent Arena plays a key role in fostering Europe’s next generation of tech talent.

What is Talent Arena?

Talent Arena is a must-attend event hosted by Mobile World Capital Barcelona and co-located with MWC Barcelona. We invite all MWC and 4YFN attendees to come and experience it for themselves. 

Featuring a dynamic lineup of activities designed to ignite the passions of digital experts and talent management professionals — step into a space where digital talent meets opportunity, sparking new connections and insights across the entire ecosystem. 

What to expect at Talent Arena?

  • Inspiring Keynotes: Be inspired by some of the brightest minds in tech – including Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, AI expert Garry Kasparov and Google’s former Chief Decision Scientist Cassie Kozyrkov.
  • GSMA Open Gateway DevCon: Explore the power of network APIs at this exclusive session on 4 March from 15:00-19:00. Plus, enjoy some networking drinks and tapas before it kicks-off!
  • GSMA Open Gateway Hackathon: Watch 100 developers in action as they spend two days creating groundbreaking solutions on Nokia’s Network as Code platform.
  • Professional Accreditation Taster Sessions: Join GSMA Advance for two hands-on telecom workshops on the evolution of mobile networks (3 March) and the future of 5G (4 March), with a special discount to upgrade to the full professional accreditation course later on.
  • Management Talks: Gain valuable insights into successful digital talent management from top speakers, including Rebecca Parsons - CTO Emerita at Thoughtworks on 4 March and a Talks session on skills development in the AI era on 5 March.
  • Networking: Spark conversations with digital talent and corporate leaders at the Connection Zone.
  • Learning Exhibition: Engage with exhibitors offering top-notch technical training programmes and certifications.
  • Tech & Music Experiences: Dive into immersive tech experiences, enjoy food trucks and groove to the beats of live DJs. Plus, don’t miss the electronic music show from Beyond Collapse during happy hour on 4 March! 

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Feed your pro

In today's rapidly evolving tech landscape, staying ahead requires constantly fuelling your thirst for knowledge. 

Talent Arena is the ultimate hub for the digital talent ecosystem, offering invaluable insights into the latest advancements across a range of tech fields, including software development, AI, cloud computing and cybersecurity, while also addressing emerging trends in talent management. 

So, whether you’re focused on digital talent management or you’re a tech specialist who wants to shine brighter, then Talent Arena is a must for you. The perfect complement to your MWC experience!