innovationCAFE Keynote: Unlocking Superior National Productivity

We are honored to present Damian J. Smyth, a seasoned economist and global business leader, for a keynote address perfectly aligned with the mission of innovationCAFE: tackling the structural economic and regulatory environment to drive superior national productivity.

Damian Smyth, an experienced professional in economics and strategic industrial policy, will move beyond standard R&D metrics to analyze the systemic changes required to accelerate growth.

What to Expect from This Executive Keynote

This crucial innovationCAFE session is a vital opportunity for leaders committed to understanding the macroeconomic forces that underpin their company’s ability to innovate:

• Accurate & In-Depth Insight: Receive a clear and sophisticated analysis of America’s current economic environment and the complex factors that are either enabling or impeding sustainable growth built on innovation.
• Fostering Growth: Damian will articulate the precise, strategic changes needed in the regulatory and economic landscape to foster a culture of innovation that directly translates into superior national productivity.
• The Funding Nexus: Learn how effective R&D tax policy and initiatives—such as the potential implementation of a Patent Box—are essential levers for accelerating private investment and boosting long-term economic output.

Participants will be given the exclusive chance to engage with Damian during a dedicated Q&A session related to these discussed topics.