Project Eagle Conference

Graduate and Professional Studies, UL

Bridging the Digital Skills Gap: Empowering SMEs for the Future. A European Conference Showcasing Project EAGLE.

International Business Centre 2

Join us for the final conference of <a href="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprojecteagle.eu%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CFiona.Morrissey%40ul.ie%7C21553fb6aadc4c1208f508de07193999%7C0084b9243ab4411692519939f695e54c%7C0%7C0%7C638956002073442398%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Iv22sgC8ErhqTJvvRme3rOLutEhSWTlZNJp6DMmeKm4%3D&amp;reserved=0" title="https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fprojecteagle.eu%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CFiona.Morrissey%40ul.ie%7C21553fb6aadc4c1208f508de07193999%7C0084b9243ab4411692519939f695e54c%7C0%7C0%7C638956002073442398%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=Iv22sgC8ErhqTJvvRme3rOLutEhSWTlZNJp6DMmeKm4%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Project EAGLE</a>, a European-wide initiative tackling the digital skills gap in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Funded by the Digital Europe Programme and supported in Ireland by University of Limerick and Skillnet Ireland, this event brings together academic, industry, and training partners to celebrate the project’s achievements and explore future strategies for SME digital transformation.About Project EAGLE Coordinated by the Universidad de Burgos (Spain) and delivered in partnership by a consortium of leading universities, training providers and SME networks across Europe (Spain, Ireland, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Lithuania and Finland), Project EAGLE has focused on working together to bridge the digital skills gap for SMEs. Together, partners developed targeted, high-quality training in key digital areas such as:<ul><li>Robotics</li><li>Data Analytics</li><li>Ethical AI</li><li>Blockchain</li><li>Cybersecurity</li></ul>What to Expect This conference marks the culmination of the project and offers a platform for dialogue on the future of digital skills in Europe. Highlights include:<ul><li>Presentation of the Project EAGLE Recommendations</li><li>Keynote address on AI and Supply Chain Digitalisation</li><li>Panel discussion on industry-training networks-academia partnerships supporting SME digital transformation</li></ul>Whether you're an SME leader, educator, policymaker, or training provider, this event offers valuable insights and networking opportunities to help shape the future of digital upskilling in Europe.ParkingThe closest free vistor parking is P21. There are paid car parks available, you will need €3 to exit car park.

Agenda

Business Networking Breakfast

Skills that Matter: Preparing SMEs for the Digital Future  : Facilitated by Aine Barry (Linear Expression)

Business Networking Workshop 

Registration will commence at 9.30am,this will be accompanied by light refreshments until 10.00am. 

Launch of Project EAGLE Conference

Associate Vice President (GPS) at University of Limerick

Conference:Welcome  

Keynote: AI and Supply Chain Digitalisation: Practical Insights for SMEs

Panel: Prof Martin Hayes (UL), Mr Tim Crowe (WorxFlo), Ms Michelle Guthrie (Skillnet Ireland Development Advisor for South West), Mr Kevin Geary (Director of Engineering & Strategic Projects, Croom Medical), Ms Shirley Walsh (CEO, Shannon Coiled Springs Ltd.)
Panel discussion will explore how partnerships between Industry, Academia & Training Networks can drive digital transformation in SMEs 


Panel Discussion “Collaborating for Digital Success” 

Tea/Coffee & Networking 

Digital Europe Programme
Nadja Kernchen, Policy Officer – EU Policies (CNECT.DDG2.G.2 - Interactive Technologies, Digital for Culture and Education)                                                                                                                                                            

Project EAGLE Overview & Main Findings
Bruno  Baruque Zanon, Project Coordinator, UBU

Digital Europe Programme and Project Eagle Overview & Main findings  

EU Projects and Partnership Manager at Skillnet Ireland, will present the EAGLE project’s recommendations to policymakers and the community of organisations that support SMEs in their digital transformation. These recommendations, drawn from the experiences of project partners and participants, offer practical and actionable insights to guide the development of future digitalisation initiatives for SMEs across Europe. Conference attendees will be invited to provide feedback and vote for their preferred recommendations.


Project Eagle Recommendations

Lunch, Networking & Reflecting: “Your Voice on Project EAGLE’s Recommendations

Supports Available for 2026 & Beyond

Close of Conference (UBU/UL)

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