Building Ecosystems that Deliver: Productivity and Capability at Scale

Theme: Industrial Ecosystem Innovation
Status: Open Event

Event Overview

Hosted by the B20 South Africa Industrial Transformation and Innovation Task Force, this open webinar explores how innovation-led ecosystems can unlock productivity and competitiveness across G20 economies. Drawing on Türkiye’s remarkable transformation, which included over $250 billion in manufacturing exports in 2022, the session will unpack the MEXT model: a pioneering industrial hub that integrates AI, IoT, green practices, and strategic public–private collaboration. 

This event supports the Task Force’s broader vision: advancing inclusive industrial growth that scales innovation, deepens value chains, and strengthens global competitiveness. 

Speakers 

Andrew Kirby, Chair, Industrial Transformation & Innovation Task Force; President & CEO, Toyota South Africa. 

Efe Erdem, General Manager, MEXT (Türkiye). 

Bengi Korkmaz, Partner, McKinsey & Company, Istanbul. 

Registration Link 

Event Details

Date
29 July 2025

Time
16:00 – 17:00 (GMT+2)

Location
Virtual 

Format
Online Webinar