Navigating Current Geopolitical Challenges Facing Business
Tuesday 20 May 18:30 – 21:30
This event is sponsored by Bain
We live and work in a complex, inter-related and uncertain geopolitical climate. Navigating current geopolitical challenges requires businesses and organisations to stay agile and informed, as tensions, trade wars, and shifting alliances create an unpredictable environment. Companies must adapt to changing regulations and tariffs, while managing risks related to supply chain disruptions and market volatility. Strategic decision-making is crucial, with an emphasis on diversification, accurate information, local partnerships, and digital transformation.
Our panel discussion features senior alumni figures from a range of sectors:
Anna Abramova (EMBA 21J) has extensive global experience in telecommunications, media, and technology serves as an advisor to investors and executive teams on issues including cybersecurity, international partnerships and global expansion.
Subhi Barakat (EMBA 23J), Head of Global Climate Governance at the International Institute for Environment and Development is a multi-disciplinary business leader with training in law and engineering and experience of multilateral negotiations, international diplomacy, and influencing senior stakeholders in the private and public sectors.
Tom Delay (MBA 88J), former CEO of the Carbon Trust is a respected commentator on business issues arising from the impact of climate change. He is a member of the UK Energy Research Partnership and the advisory boards of the Centre for Climate Finance and Investment at Imperial College London and the Global CO2 Initiative at the University of Michigan.
Lord Russell of Liverpool (MBA 82). Simon Russell is a crossbench hereditary peer, having served between 1982-1999 to return in 2014. He is a Deputy Speaker, sits on the Secondary Legislation Scrutiny Committee and the Victims Commissioner Advisory Board. Simon has spent 25 years at Spencer Stuart working on international executive search for the Board, Life Sciences, Industrial and Human Resource Practices.
Following the panel discussion there will be opportunity for the audience to share their perspectives on this fascinating and important subject.