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Dr. Jörg Goschin

KfW Capital

CEO
Dr. Jörg Goschin is a recognised leader in the Private Markets arena, distinguished by an international track record that spans principal investment, executive leadership, venture building, and government advisory. He brings a powerful combination of strategic and operational insight, supported by a well-established network across industry and policy circles in Germany and Europe. As CEO of KfW Capital since its founding in 2018, Jörg has built and shaped one of Europe’s most influential investors in venture capital funds and direct co-investments. Under his leadership, KfW Capital has become a cornerstone of the German and European VC ecosystem, driving innovation and early-stage financing at scale. Prior to this, he held senior roles at leading global institutions, including Partner at The Blackstone Group in London, Managing Director at Cerberus Capital, and Member of the Management Committee at BNP Paribas in Frankfurt. He began his career at The Boston Consulting Group and Metzler Bank. Jörg holds a PhD in Finance and a dual degree in Electrical Engineering and Economics, grounding his financial expertise in deep technological understanding.
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The Next Big Thing
Jun 3, 2026
4:30 PM5:00 PM

Europe and the AI Race: Can We Win?

Juan José Güemes BarriosEmanuele Alberto LeviDr. Jörg Goschin
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Europe has emerged as a global leader in AI regulation, but its ability to compete in development, adoption, and scale remains an open question. This session will explore Europe’s position in the global AI race, examining the interplay between policy, data access, and the strength of its entrepreneurial ecosystem. It will assess whether Europe can translate its foundations into competitive advantage, and what it will take to accelerate innovation, attract talent, and build globally leading AI companies.
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