Seizing Change or Fearing It:

The Defining Moment for Today’s Leaders

Geopolitical risks, AI-driven disruption, and demographic shifts are reshaping the very foundations of global business at an unprecedented pace. In this environment, conventional sources such as news articles and research papers are no longer enough. To truly succeed, you need to understand how the world’s top leaders make decisions and shape forward-looking strategies—real-world wisdom that drives success.

The NIKKEI FORUM Global Management Dialogue offers a unique platform to gain exactly these insights. Hosted by Nikkei Inc., Japan’s leading economic media and parent of the globally renowned Financial Times, this flagship forum has, for years, served as a trusted stage for sharing bold ideas and transformative strategies, bringing together top business leaders. This year marks the 27th edition of the forum, under the theme: “Leadership beyond Turbulence: Creating Strategic Opportunity.”

Just Look at the Past Five Years

Even in just the past five years, the forum has welcomed some of the world’s most influential leaders:

James P. Gorman, Chairman & CEO, Morgan Stanley
Reed Hastings, Founder & Co-CEO, Netflix
Tadashi Yanai, Chairman, President & CEO, Fast Retailing
Tan Hooi Ling, Co-Founder, Grab
John Murphy, President and CFO, The Coca-Cola Company
Bret Taylor, President & COO, Salesforce

…and many more global leaders.

Titles and affiliations are as of the time of their appearance at the forum.

Why Global Leaders Choose This Forum

At the Global Management Dialogue, participants do more than follow business trends—they experience firsthand how top leaders shape industries and the future. Through candid dialogues and real-world accounts, they see how these leaders navigate disruption, make bold decisions, and turn challenges into opportunities—insights not found in everyday business settings.

And of course, the forum also covers the latest business trends, providing real-time intelligence on economic and industry shifts as well as groundbreaking business models, so participants can turn insights into immediate action. By exploring how AI and emerging market trends are reshaping industries, and witnessing these transformations up close, participants discover practical ways to turn change into a competitive advantage.

The networks formed at the forum are equally valuable. Encounters with decision-makers across borders and industries open doors to unexpected collaborations and new business opportunities.

Who Should Attend?

The Global Management Dialogue is designed for those who want to:

Stay ahead of the latest global management trends

Capture new business ideas and opportunities

Sharpen their perspective with an international outlook

Develop leadership skills for the next generation

Learn practical cases of business transformation with AI

Expand networks and unlock business potential

It offers a rare chance to immerse yourself in the perspectives and strategies of executives at the forefront of the world stage—unique insights you cannot gain anywhere else.

New in 2025: The Premium Pass

One of the forum’s greatest appeals is the chance to hear directly from world leaders—a value participants already consider worth the experience alone. Yet, there has been growing demand for deeper networking opportunities.

This year, the Premium Pass answers that call. This exclusive ticket grants access to a special reception with speakers, corporate partners, and VIP guests.

For the first time, this previously closed-door event—once reserved for a select few—will be open to forum participants, limited to just 20 seats. It is an unparalleled chance for intimate exchanges and new business connections.

Your Defining Moment Starts Here

Step into the forum where global executives exchange groundbreaking ideas, gain actionable strategies, and immerse yourself in the trends shaping the future of business. The Global Management Dialogue is more than a forum—it is a catalyst for new strategies, innovative thinking, and transformative connections. Take the next step toward advancing your business and leadership.