Forum information
Two and a half days of program
Three simultaneous rooms
October 29-31, 2024
1,500 attendees
Madrid. Spain

Audience
Aerospace sector professionals
Industry leadersCompany managers
Representatives of government agencies
Heads of multilateral networks
Educational decision makers
Educators, researchers and academics
Students and young people
Network managers

The Forum for Innovation, Talent and Education in Aerospace is organized by 'Virtual Educa' and 'Ellas Vuelan Alto', two
globally impactful organizations, offers a valuable opportunity for relevant collaboration in the aerospace andeducational innovation fields, especially in the development of female talent.
Promoting STEM vocations in girls is essential since they will be the future of a society where women are called to be thenew leaders in the aerospace sector, which is projected to be one of the most employable sectors in 2030.
Likewise, the international final of the second edition of the Mars Challenge will be held, a “high-flying” initiative whose
purpose is to inspire new generations to think beyond our planet to contribute to its improvement.
The Forum promises to be a showcase of innovation and talent by bringing together the industry with leaders, visionaries,academics, educators and young creatives in the fields of aerospace and educational innovation.

VenueCONVENTION AND CONFERENCE CENTER
Meliá Avenida de América. Madrid Spain.

GoalsPromote innovation andknowledge

Facilitate the exhibition andrecruitment of talent

Inspire future generations
and women

Address critical andimpact issues

To position the event as a key
reference point for cutting-edge
innovations in aerospace educationand technology, highlighting its
fundamental role in shaping amore sustainable and advanced
world by enriching the dialogue
among participants, experts, andleading
aerospaceindustry
companies.

Have the Talent Hub as a platform
for the search for talent andexchange between companies,
professionals, students, talented
young people and educators, inorder to promote the exchange ofideas, knowledge and innovative
experiences in the fields ofaerospaceeducation
andinnovation .

Cultivate motivation and inspiration
among the next generation ofaerospace
professionals
andinnovators, showcasing real-world
challenges and opportunities toignitetheirpassionfortransformative advancements byhighlighting the important andnecessary role of women in science

Delve into the importance ofaerospace education in addressing
critical global issues, drawing upon
the context of space exploration, byanalyzing its potential impact on
the future of our world, placingstrong emphasis on education as acatalyst for innovative solutions andleadership formation.

Public of interest
Leaders

Aerospace sector
CEOsFounders
VP Managers
Directors and C-Levels ofTechnology, Marketing, Finance,Admissions
Heads of European and LATAM
space agencies
Aeronautical clusters
Aerospace industry companies
Aerospace technology
Mobility: drones and unmannedvehicles
Commercial aviation
Entrepreneurs and startups

Managers

Governments andagencies
Ministries and ministries ofEducation, Innovation and Science
General directions

Education andformation

Rectors
Academic vice-rectors
Deans
Presidents
University-Company Directors
Administrators
Directors of educational centers
Pedagogical directors
ICT Directors
Innovation Directors
Academic coordinators
University Network Managers

Teachers and Students
Teachers
Educators
Trainers
Academics
Researchers
Academic advisors
Undergraduate, postgraduate
and doctoral students
Vocational Training Students
ESO-High school students

Inspectors/Supervisors
Representatives of multilateral andinternational agencies
Companies

Innovation

Educational technology
companies
Educational innovation
clusters
Editorials
Startups
EdTech Platforms

Civil society
Scientific popularizers
Educational platforms
NGOContent creators
Foundations

INTERNATIONAL FINAL MARS CHALLENGE 2024

Keycomponents

Get ready to witness the exciting final of the Mars 2024 Challenge where, in thissecond edition, the most talented teams will face off in intense competition,
presenting their solutions and innovations that go beyond planetary
exploration, focused on a crucial problem that affects both to Earth as to Mars:
guarantee universal access to drinking water and mitigate the global watercrisis.

IMPACT TALKS AND CONVERSATORIES FROM EXPERTS
Immerse yourself in enriching, impactful conferences where prominent leaders
will share their ideas, experiences, and visions on key topics. Learn from top
experts in interactive conversations and panel discussions. These sessions willoffer unique perspectives, profound insights, and innovative solutions to expand
your horizons and inspire you for the future.

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS
We look forward to exploring new ideas
together, challenging establishedconcepts, and contributing to theadvancement of science, technology, andaerospace education.

Seize the opportunity to learn by doing, actively participating in practicalworkshops designed to enhance hands-on skills and foster collaboration
among attendees, where you will intersect aerospace technology, engineering,and education.

EXHIBITION AREA

Explore the exhibition area featuring a wide variety of stands where you'll findprominent presence of aerospace sector companies, educational technology
firms, universities, training companies, and government agencies. Here, you'll
have the opportunity to interact directly with representatives from theseleading organizations who are pushing innovation to new horizons.
And don't forget to visit the Talent Hub area, dedicated exclusively to talent andcreativity in this exciting field, designed to inspire and enhance yourprofessional development.

Event format
Plenary room where the main activities will take place:
Opening and Closing
Impact talks and conferences
Round tables and panels
Mars Challenge
Main room

Adjacent rooms (2) for carrying out more practical activities:
Presentations
Workshops
PanelsPresentations
Rooms

An expo area that will feature the following zones:
Aerospace Area
EdTech Area
Startups Area
Talent Hub
Networking Zone
Exhibition area

Pitching Corner

Exhibition
Aerospace Area

EdTech Area

Startups Area

Area with stands from companies andgovernment agencies in the aeronauticalsector,
showcasing
thelatest
advancements and technologies inspace exploration and the aerospaceindustry.

Stand area for educational technology
companies, universities, training andeducational administration companies. It
is the place to explore how technology istransforming teaching and learning andits contribution to aerospace education.

Area with small stands of innovative
emerging companies that contribute theirdisruptive ideas and explore new horizons
in different sectors.

Talent Hub

Networking Zone

This area serves as a meeting point withindustry leaders, where pitching sessions
areconducted,andadditionally,networking opportunities are provided forthe recruitment of participants' talent.

Space intended to connect with experts,speakers and industry leaders toexchange
ideas,
establish
newconnections and plan collaborations.

Pitching Corner
Designatedspaceforcommercialpresentations, showcasing new ideas andresearch, or small-scale lectures.

Expected impact

1.500

20.00020In-person
attendees

Virtualattendees

Countries

Awards25
Government agencies andinternational multilateralorganizations+100
Speakers

Tracks
WOMEN, SPACE AND SCIENCE

AEROINNOVATIONTaking off towards equality and passion for science.

Forging the future through innovation and talent

In this thematic block, we explore human curiosity, fostering apassion for scientific knowledge, embarking on a journey toward
understanding the fundamental role of science in our modernsociety. It calls upon us to value scientific vocations, to strive for
equal opportunities, to address the challenges that we as humanbeings face in this, the space age, and to empower women toclaim their place among the stars.

Pioneering
area
dedicatedtotheconvergenceofentrepreneurship in the aerospace industry, showcasing talentand skill development. It provides a dynamic space for startups topresent bold ideas in the new aerospace economy, celebrating
the diverse spectrum of professionals driving these innovations,and allowing participants to network with aerospace industry
leaders.

Keywords: women, space, science, technology, equality,challenges.
Topics1. Challenges for women in aerospace science
2. Implementation of educational policies and strategies that
promote gender equality in aerospace STEM, from education
to the global level
3. Strategies that encourage women's passion and interest inaerospace sciences from an early age
4. Mentoring and support networks that promote theprofessional and academic careers of women in aerospacescience, helping them overcome challenges and achieve theirprofessional goals
5. Challenges in the aerospace age: conquering horizons anddesigning new professions

Keywords: innovation, talent, entrepreneurship, leadership andaerospace skills.
Topics
1. TalentSpace: talent as the engine of innovation
2. SkillsSet: development of aerospace skills for the future
3. Entrepreneurship and Startups in the new aerospaceeconomy.
4. The importance of leadership: preparing the leaders of thefuture
5. New training programs for new professional approaches

Tracks
NEW FRONTIERSAEROEDUTEC

Exploring the new frontiers of knowledge

Shaping the future where Education takes off beyond theClassroom.

New Frontiers invites pioneers to dive into the technologicalrevolution that is transforming our present, highlighting theforefront of AI and robotics, with the latest in machine learningand advances in aerospace mobility, as well as drone technology,fostering discussions on innovation, ethics, and the future ofintelligent machines.
Keywords: AI, drones, robotics, cutting-edge technologies,
mobility, sustainability.
Topics
1. Preparing for the future: AI and Robotics
2. AI regulation as an opportunity to overcome challenges andensure ethical use.
3. Sustainability: the great challenge of not compromising thefuture
4. Technological advances and challenges with drones: creating
professionals
5. Advanced air mobility: exploring new futures

AeroEducTec sits at the intersection of education and aerospacetechnology, redefining how knowledge is imparted andabsorbed. It fuses the excitement of space with STEM education,offering experiences that transcend traditional learning
environments through innovative teaching methods andpreparing educators and students to explore the universe while
fostering a passion for lifelong learning in the sciences.
Keywords: aerospace training, STEM, learning environments andecosystems.
Topics
1. Learning from aerospace models: the astronaut within us
2. Taking off with educational technologies: highly efficient
ecosystems
3. STEM: Methodologies that promote scientific thinking
4. Interdisciplinary collaboration in solving scientific challenges
and research
5. The knowledge route: learning environments beyond theclassroom

Contact us:
secretariatecnica@fitea.org

Websitefitea.org