Upcoming Events

Breakfast at the Meta London office where we will hear how virtual reality and the metaverse could transform our experiences online, and how virtual reality can be used to help teams connect, create and collaborate in the workplace. Using Quest virtual reality headsets we will be able to experience this world first hand.

As a regular commentator on historical and contemporary disinformation campaigns (‘fake news’), Jo joins us to discuss the impact this has on society.

Pi’s Midsummer Celebration in the glorious Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. The drinks reception, in the rose garden, will be followed by a tour of the iconic Palm House and of the artistic installations that explore the future of food which are part of the Forever Food summer event. Please bring partners/spouses/children over the age of 16.

Jakob took over as CEO of Rio Tinto, in January 2021 since then he has dealt with the fall-out from the destruction of aboriginal cultural heritage in 2020 and his own company’s findings of a culture of systemic racism, sexism and bullying in 2022, all while steering a global mining and metals giant through a commodity boom. Jakob will share his leadership lessons from dealing with these events and his vision for the future of Rio Tinto and the global mining industry.

Levelling up is crucial to the prosperity of this country. As Head of the Levelling Up Taskforce, Andy will be explain his mission to finally and irrevocably end the postcode lottery of life prospects by boosting productivity, jobs and wages, spreading opportunities, improving public services, restoring a sense of community and empowering local leaders in places where they are lagging.

Join us for breakfast at Google’s new office with Ronan Harris, Managing Director of Google UK, who will update us on latest developments at Google, plans for the future and the current and future regulatory environment.

Jeremy Hunt believes it is possible to reduce the number of preventable deaths in the NHS to zero – in the process saving money, reducing backlogs and improving working conditions. Thinking through everything from technology to culture, he presents a manifesto for renewal.

Browder has devoted much of the past two decades to exposing Vladimir Putin’s campaign to steal and launder hundreds of billions of dollars from Russia, killing anyone who stands in his way. Bill’s courage and dogged determination are both humbling and truly inspirational. He has chronicled this remarkable journey in two books, Red Notice (2015) and Freezing Order (2022), both gripping reads.

What are failed states? Why does it matter to the rest of us? Why are we seeing more failing and failed states than ever before in history? What has changed and what can be done to arrest/reverse this decline? Drawing on experience gleaned over 37 years in the British Diplomatic Service, James will address each of these questions, bringing clarity to this complex world.

As all things digital continue to accelerate, which technology trend matters most to companies and executives? Join Jeremy Palmer, co-leader of QuantumBlack Labs, to understand the top trends and deep dive into the most important Applied AI.

There is increasing evidence that we may be able to prevent, delay or even halt dementia if we know how. Covering everything from brain exercises, sleep, oxygenation, diet, dental health and Lyme disease Sarah will bring the numerous stands of prevention together, giving us all some hope (and homework!).

Desmond offers a rare insight into how China really works: an insider’s perspective on how the Chinese elite parlay their connections with senior Chinese Communist Party (CCP) officials into billions. His knowledge and experience also inform his thoughtful and measured geopolitical views of these troubled and volatile times.

We are letting our nation’s children down. Mental health issues have steadily risen over the last twenty years; physical activity levels continue to decline leading to higher rates of obesity; increasing numbers of vulnerable children are being excluded from school and our children are amongst the most anxious in the world. England now has the lowest literacy, and second lowest numeracy, rates of 16-19 year olds in the OECD. David will explain how #BeeWell is helping to change this.

OneFootball, the world’s most popular and biggest digital football media platform, is designed for fans who are mobile-first, who want tailored content and news about their favourite clubs and players, and whose biggest barrier to football is access. Lucas will talk about recent joint ventures and discuss his vision for the future.

Under Dana’s leadership, Sky generates $18.6bn in revenue, employs 34,000 people across Europe, and connects 23 million customers across six countries. In her first year as CEO, Sky announced the biggest ever line-up of 125 Sky Originals – an increase of 50% on the previous year. Who better to discuss the future of media and entertainment?