Our world is changing and in many ways Social Media is the driving force behind this change.

Whether it is finding old friends, keeping up with family, planning events or sharing special moments, social media has revolutionized the way we communicate. The social web is also a driver for economic growth in Europe and around the world. Businesses are using social media to connect with their customers, to advertise more effectively and to build brand identity. European businesses that build apps for social media platforms employ thousands of people and are constantly growing.

This EIF Dinner Debate will explore how economic, social and technological developments in the social web are affecting Europe today.

• EIF DINNER DEBATE - 29th May 2012

  Welcome and introductory remarks

  James Elles, MEP and EIF Co-Founder

  Speakers

  Julien Codorniou, Head of European Gaming Partnerships at Facebook

  Philipp Moeser, Chief Technology Officer, Wooga, Germany

  Kate Day, Social Media and Engagement Editor at the Telegraph Media Group (UK)

  Carl-Christian Buhr, Member of Cabinet of Vice-President Neelie Kroes, 

  European Commission

  Exchange of views with participants