Jörn Messner
I've spent over 20 years trying to make airplanes take off on time and the IT world a little less chaotic. Along the way, I've learned that digitalization isn't just a buzzword – it can actually be quite useful when done right.
At Eurowings, I experienced what it means to navigate a company through a crisis and how agile team structures can empower people. As Managing Director of Lufthansa Industry Solutions, I led the company through strategic transformation, internationalization, and significant growth. Now, as VP Innovation & TechFactory at Lufthansa Group, I'm driving the digital future of airline operations – with a firm belief that technology only creates value when it serves people.
What excites me most is seeing people grow beyond themselves when they are trusted and given the opportunity. And when all else fails, well, there's always something new to learn
Monday | 29th Sep Plenary Agenda
Panel 7: Can Regulators Help Drive Innovation?
- Which jurisdictions are taking the lead in regulation that actively supports innovation, and what can others learn from their approaches?
- How can data-sharing frameworks (such as the European Mobility Data Space) enable responsible growth and cross-sector collaboration?
- How can regulators and industry strike the right balance between strong privacy protections and AI/data-driven innovation?
- What role do the “FAIR” principles – findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reusability – play in building effective data ecosystems?
- Where can regulators act as partners in innovation, particularly in fast-moving areas like AI, connectivity, and automation?