Prominent speakers, concrete topics, direct inspiration Several prominent speakers have already been confirmed for the programme, whose presentations will open up new perspectives on education:
– Jon Labaka Intxauspe – since 2024, he has been Deputy Minister for Vocational Education in the Basque Country Government. Prior to that, he was Executive Director of Tknika, the Basque Centre for Applied Research in VET, known for innovation and research in education.
– Adriana Hodak (Slovenia) – Slovenian VET Ambassador and Director of the Šolski Center Nova Gorica project centre, leading projects connecting schools with practical learning environments.
– Tatjana Babrauskiene (Lithuania) – European Commission expert on vocational education, whose international projects bring proven models and approaches that can be used in the Czech Republic.
– Marek Pagáč – Vice-rector of VŠB-TUO for cooperation and foreign relations, specializing in additive manufacturing and engineering. He is an example of linking research, technology and teaching in secondary schools, author of many publications, patents and projects.
– Petr Zahradník – Renowned economist and expert on European economic policies. He is a member of the National Economic Council of the Government (NERV)
Why VET Bridge 2025 is a media opportunity
VET Bridge is not just a professional conference – it is a platform for systemic change in vocational education. Journalists have a great opportunity:
– Get information, background and quotes from key figures in the country and abroad
– Report on specific innovative projects (e.g. EduBox) and their impact
– Draw public and professional attention to where modern education is heading
Programme for Day 1 (22 October) – specific sessions
– Opening and opening remarks – Jan Meca (CEO of MTA), RNDr. Jan Veřmiřovský, Deputy Governor for Education and Sport
– Lecture Jan Meca – the story of the MTA
– Jon Labaka Intxauspe – The story of the Tknika Innovation Centre
– Adriana Hodak, Tatjana Babrauskiene
– Panel discussion with representatives of KSSE, MSIC, BeePartner and others
Second day (23 October) – trade fair and practical demonstration
The programme of the second day will be in the form of a fair, where school teams will present EduBoxes – concrete learning models that integrate technology, didactics and practical experience. There will be displays of good practice examples, networking and excursions to selected vocational schools in the region.
