Date: November 12, 8:30-11:30 am
Location: WExective Signature by Regus – Zürich, Bahnhofplatz

WEXECUTIVE BREAKFAST:

Building Defense Capability Through Innovation

Defense organizations operate in a world where complexity grows faster than certainty. Technological disruption, shifting alliances, and new domains of conflict are reshaping strategic priorities and putting pressure on innovation systems to deliver results faster, with less room for error.

At this executive breakfast hosted by WExecutive and Bluemorrow in collaboration with ETH Zurich (Prof. Stefano Brusoni), we’ll explore how public and private defense actors can evolve their innovation efforts to stay ready for what’s next. How can organizations adapt their foresight and investment practices to today’s pace of change – and better connect them with innovation, procurement, and operational priorities?

From digital technologies to capability development, the discussion will focus on what it takes to align vision, governance, and execution – even in highly regulated and risk-averse environments.

Expect concrete insights, tough questions, and honest reflections from leaders shaping the future of defense innovation across policy, industry, and research.

Agenda

- 08:30 Registration & Coffee
- 08:50 Welcome by Prof. Brusoni
- 09:05 Keynote: Navigating Global Shifts: Geopolitical Outlook 2025
- 09:25 Coffee Break
- 09:45 Panel Discussion: Building Defense Capability Through Innovation
- 10:30 Networking & Farewell

WExecutive breakfast
Building Defense Capability Through Innovation