Name: Future: Geoeconomics & The C-Suite 2026
Start: 2026-10-01 14:00:00.0
End: 2026-10-01 23:00:00.0

Remapping European business in a fragmented world

***Registrations are now live***

Join us for a high-level, cross-functional, cross-industry event designed for senior executives navigating the intersection of geopolitics, economics, and enterprise strategy.

This unique gathering will convene Europe-based leaders from global companies to explore how multinational businesses are adapting to a new era of volatility, fractured alliances, and rising strategic risk.

Together, we’ll focus on enterprise-wide challenges such as:

Europe's Strategic Dilemmas Amid Global Conflicts
Tariffs, Sanctions & Strategic Decoupling
Defense Economies & Capital Allocation
Geopolitical Risk & AI Integration
Supply Chain Sovereignty & Resilience
China, India, and the Rise of the G-Zero World
Economic Competitiveness & Regulatory Fragmentation

Who Should Attend:

CEOs, Board Members, CXOs, Global and Regional Heads of :

Business Unit and Divisions Presidents
CFOs
Strategy Officers
M&A Executives
Investor Relations Executives
Chief Economists
Supply Chain Executives
CMOs and Commercial Heads
Corporate Communication Executives
Public Affairs Executives
Government and Regulatory Affairs Executives

For vendors and solution providers please reach out to ccalinescu@tcb.org.

Why should you attend?

This is not a theory-heavy forum or a commercial trade show. It’s a practitioner-led, senior decision-makers event offering:

Unfiltered Peer Insights - Learn how C-level leaders are allocating capital, engaging governments, and making resilience a board priority.
Cross-Functional Perspectives - Join strategy, finance, public affairs, and investor relations leaders in tackling shared dilemmas.
Real-World Relevance - Go beyond policy analysis to explore what’s actually changing in supply chains, investment decisions, and risk models.
Regional Credibility with Global Reach - Anchored in the European business reality, but informed by global exposure and strategic outlook.

What to Expect

Future: Geoeconomics & The C-Suite 2026 takes place over two days, with each day designed for a different type of engagement.

Day 1 (Sept 30) is reserved for Member-only Council meetings. These small-group sessions provide a confidential space for senior leaders to exchange insights within their function. The day concludes with a private dinner for Members.
Day 2 (Oct 1) is open to all registered participants and features interactive panels, case studies, and cross-functional networking.

Registration includes access to Day 2 only If you are interested in receiving more information about our Council programme and how to attend on day 1, please contact Olivier Christ at ochrist@tcb.org.

Councils Attending:

Chief Financial Officers Council
CFO Council Germany
Strategy & Transformation Council
Supply Chain Executives Council
Economists and Strategy Council
Public Affairs Executives Council
Corporate Communications Strategy Council
Customer Value and Strategy Council

Want to get involved:

Speaking Opportunities: Catalina Camargo, ccamargo@tcb.org
Partnership Opportunities: Claudia Pop-Cãlinescu, ccalinescu@tcb.org
Marketing Partnerships: Catalina Camargo, ccamargo@tcb.org

Speakers

David O’Sullivan David O’Sullivan

EU Sanctions Envoy
European Commission

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Hendrik Bourgeois Hendrik Bourgeois

Senior Vice President Public Policy and Government…
Mastercard

Cynthia Sanfilippo Cynthia Sanfilippo

President
Tiktok Europe

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Fergal O’Brien Fergal O’Brien

Executive Director, Policy, Lobbying and Global Af…
Ibec

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Maria Martin-Prat Maria Martin-Prat

Ambassador, Permanent Representative
European Union Permanent Missi…

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Eric Peeters Eric Peeters

Division CEO Construction, Group EC Member
Bekaert

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Mats Granryd

Chairman
Vattenfall and Business Sweden

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Christian Odendahl

European Economics Editor
The Economist

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Tyson Barker

Senior Fellow
Atlantic Council

Erwin Voloder

Director, Research & Strategy
Blockchain for Europe

Davide di Leo

Chief Operating Officer
Earthberries Capital

Penelope Naas

Senior Vice President and Director of the Brussels…
The German Marshall Fund of th…

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Annika Brack

Head of Global Political Affairs
Hitachi Energy

Dr. Bharat Vagadia

Executive Director, Regulatory Affairs
Ooredoo Group

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Michael Grady

Chief Economist and Chief Investment Officer
Aviva

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Cinzia Alcidi

Senior Research Fellow
Centre for European Policy Stu…

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Ameya Bhangle

Director, Strategy
Corning Incorporated

Paolo Grassia

Director EU Affairs
Ericsson

Jeanette Irekvist

EVP & Chief Commercial Officer
Ovzon

Prof. Dr. Antonio Calcara

Head, Geopolitics & Technology Programme
Center for Security, Diplomacy…

Patricia Bader-Johnston

CEO
Earthberries Capital

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Lúcio Vinhas de Souza

Chief Economist and Director of the Economics
Business Europe

Stephen Burnside

Global Head
Cirium Ascend Consultancy

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Nicolas Sennegon

Commercial Director, International (contractor)
The Conference Board

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Sara Murray

Managing Director, International
The Conference Board

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Simon Tilford

Interim Leader, ESF Center, and Director, Economis…
The Conference Board

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Claudio Murri

Program Director, Public Affairs Council
The Conference Board

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Henrik Larsen

Council Director, Supply Chain Executives Council
The Conference Board

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Alejandro Fiorito

Economist
The Conference Board

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Josephine Edwall Björklund

Council Director, Corporate Communications Strateg…
The Conference Board

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Max Zenglein

ESF Center Leader
The Conference Board

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Past Agenda

Day 1

Thursday, October 01, 2026

08:00 AM - 09:00 AM CET

Registration & Networking Breakfast

Our Managing Director welcomes Council Members and other senior executives with a brief overview of TCB’s perspective on what’s ahead for European business. What are the trends impacting the future of Europe and how do we prepare … More

09:00 AM - 09:20 AM CET

Opening & Welcome

Our ESF Center leader welcomes Council Members and other senior executives with a brief overview of TCB's perspective on what's ahead for European business. What are the trends impacting the future of Europe and how do we prepare … More

09:20 AM - 09:45 AM CET

Keynote: Why Assessing Geopolitical Risk Matters for Business,…

How do you prepare the Board, cascade down the organization, implement contingency plans. More

09:45 AM - 10:10 AM CET

Panel Discussion: The Future of the Trade and Investment Syste…

As global trade systems become less predictable, companies must rethink how they approach cross-border investment and partnerships. This session explores how executives are adapting to shifting rules, … More

10:10 AM - 10:35 AM CET

Panel: Reorganizing Business for a Multipolar, Fragmented Word

As geopolitical fragmentation accelerates, companies are being forced to rethink long-established operating models. This keynote will explore how leading organizations are redesigning supply chains, reassessing investment strategi … More

10:40 AM - 11:10 AM CET

Networking Break

11:10 AM - 12:25 PM CET

Challenge 1. Track I. Panel: New Geofinancial Scenarios

Geopolitical factors are reshaping global financial markets. This session explores the financial side of geoeconomics, analyzing how geopolitical objectives interact with new forms of digital finance and affect the global economy. … More

11:10 AM - 12:25 PM CET

Challenge 1. Track II. Panel: Challenging the G2 Narrative

The main objective of this session is to explore whether there are alternatives to the perceived inevitable scenario, which depicts the outcome of the current geopolitical tension as a world dominated by two blocks lead by the USA … More

12:30 PM - 01:00 PM CET

Keynote: European Sanctions Strategy

Sanctions have become a central instrument of geopolitical and economic policy, with direct and often immediate implications for business operations. This session will provide insight into the strategic intent, direction of travel … More

01:00 PM - 01:50 PM CET

Networking Lunch

01:50 PM - 02:00 PM CET

Walk & Talk: Transition to Breakout Sessions

02:00 PM - 03:15 PM CET

Challenge 2. Track I. Panel: Civil Defense and How to Navigate…

As geopolitical tensions increasingly spill into the economy, security is becoming a core business consideration rather than solely a matter for governments. This session explores how rising investmen … More

02:00 PM - 03:15 PM CET

Challenge 2. Track II. Panel: Weaponizing Resources or the Bot…

nterdependence was long seen as a risk-free route to higher productivity and economic growth, but governments are now weaponizing control over commodities, technology and infrastructure. The panelis … More

03:15 PM - 03:40 PM CET

Break and back to plenary

03:40 PM - 04:10 PM CET

Panel: The Strained Dialogue between Policymakers and Business

As trust between governments and businesses becomes more fragile, companies must navigate increasingly complex and sensitive political environments. This session explores how executives are engaging with policymakers, managing rep … More

04:10 PM - 04:20 PM CET

Member Awards

04:20 PM - 04:40 PM CET

Plenary Synthesis: Report from Breakout Sessions

A rapid synthesis of the key insights and tensions emerging across the breakouts and what they mean for business leaders. More

04:40 PM - 05:10 PM CET

Keynote: What to Expect from the US Mid-term Elections Next Mo…

Political developments in the United States continue to have global implications for trade, regulation, and economic policy. This session provides a business-focused perspective on potential scenarios … More

05:10 PM - 05:20 PM CET

Closing Remarks

The closing session reflects on the key insights from the day, reinforcing the need for resilience, adaptability, and informed decision-making in an increasingly unpredictable global environment. … More

05:20 PM - 05:45 PM CET

Networking Cocktail & Close

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