Transformation Agenda | Panel Discussion- Economy, Enablers, and Future Outlook

In this video, panelists at Transformation Agenda hosted by Bahrain EDB and The Economist discuss how to attract the rising generation to tech, and building for a strong tech future. The panel focuses on the following: 1:00 How to build a pool of tech talent and meet the needs of the rising generation. 4:00 How to overcome challenges in finding tech talent. 5:53 How to find the right talent for cybersecurity roles 10:35 How Bahrain has built their tech talent pool 13:14 Growing and acquiring tech talent in a modern way 22:44 Making technology education applicable for the rising generation 27:50 How to make the hiring process individualized to understand the whole person, while still keeping skill in mind. 31:24 Challenges to helping employees have autonomy post Covid-19 now that they are coming back into the office. 38:22 How to navigate the recent non-compete ban in a large part of the tech market. 42:09 How to support older generations in adapting to growing technology and AI. By the end of the video, you’ll be all caught up on best practices for building and attracting tech talent. About us: The Kingdom of Bahrain offers exciting investment opportunities within a supportive business environment to help companies flourish. The Bahrain economy is the most diversified in the GCC region with particular strengths in the financial services, ICT, manufacturing, logistics, and tourism sectors. The Bahrain Economic Development Board is pivotal in enhancing Bahrain's economy by facilitating investment opportunities and providing strategic support to businesses.