Human Capability Initiative Conference Reveals Speakers List Featuring 300 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers
The Human Capability Initiative (HCI) Conference, organized by the Human Capability Development Program—one of the key programs driving the realization of Saudi Vision 2030—has announced the list of speakers for its second edition.
The event will be held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Human Capability Development Program Committee.
The conference, themed Beyond Readiness, will take place on April 13–14, 2025, at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh.
The list of speakers includes 300 prominent leaders, policymakers, and global experts from academic sectors, business, international organizations, and nonprofit institutions representing more than 38 countries. They will take part in over 100 panel discussions focused on sharing experiences and ideas to enhance human capability and readiness in light of the world’s rapidly evolving challenges.
The conference will also feature a ministerial roundtable with the participation of 20 ministers from various countries, alongside leading international experts in education and technology.
Aimed at unifying global efforts and enriching international dialogue, the conference seeks to shape the future of human capabilities and contribute to building a prosperous global economy amid ongoing labor market transformations.
It also aims to harness the latest tools to create educational environments that foster creativity and innovation, and to build interconnected communities in which individuals feel a sense of belonging and responsibility—ultimately driving community development. The goal is to empower individuals and communities to shape a better future through sustainable solutions and lasting impact.
The announcement of the speaker lineup coincides with a recent report by the World Economic Forum, which revealed that approximately 59 percent of the global workforce will require reskilling by 2030 to keep pace with evolving labor market demands. The report also emphasized that the skills gap presents a major obstacle to economic transformation, impeding sectoral progress and increasing pressure on both workers and employers.
