President,
Dailyhunt

Senior Partner,
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas

Writer,
MP of Rajya Sabha

Vice Chairman,
NITI Aayog

CEO,
KKR India

Chairman and Managing
Director,
Hero Future Energies

Strategic Advisor,
Zydus Cadila

Founder,
Praefinium Partners

Marketing Guru, Author,
Managing Director
Counselage

President,
FICCI
Chairman & CEO,
Edelweiss Group

High Commissioner of
India to the UK

Partner & Head of India Advisory Services, BDO UK

Minister for Finance, Railways & Coal

Head of Operations, Level 39

Director, KKR

Co-Chair, India-UK Legal Exchange Programme

Ecosystem General Manager, RocketSpace

Shadow Secretary of State for International Trade

President, Infosys

Head of Energy Resources & Services, Infosys

Founder and Senior Partner, AZB & Partners

Deputy Chairman & Chief Operating Officer, Arup Group

Technology Director, Wood Group

Global Head of Renewables, HSBC

Co-Founder, Growth Enabler

Chief Executive, Sterling Media

Partner, Trilegal

Drawing on his extensive experience in the UK-India business and political corridor, India Inc. Founder & Chief Executive, Manoj Ladwa will set the scene for this year’s Leadership Conclave. His Excellency Shri YK Sinha, India’s High Commissioner to the UK will deliver the Opening Address.

Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable MP, leader of the Liberal Democrats, former Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills and, one of the most respected anti- Brexit voices in the UK, will offer his insights into the opportunity for greater collaboration between the UK and India.

Supported by: BDO
Rt Hon Priti Patel MP will address head on the challenges facing the UK-India relationship and what she believes the UK must to bolster trade and influence. Her address will be followed by a lively panel discussion on how a Brexit headed Britain can engage more meaningfully with India, its businesses and their global ambitions.

Supported by: Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry

This interactive session curated by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry will highlight opportunities for collaboration in technology and innovation, and question whether the UK and India can do more to ensure that the very best talents and start-ups in both countries are given the right support to succeed. The session will also see the launch of TechXchange: UK-India Technology & Talent Exchange Programme.

A great networking opportunity for delegates over a buffet lunch kindly hosted by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry.

Celebrated economist, author, and vice chairman of the Niti Ayog (National Institution for Transforming India), Dr Rajiv Kumar will engage in a candid and wide-ranging conversation with delegates on four years of the Modi government, the current trajectory of the Indian economy, and how the Indian government’s policies and approach to governance are transforming India.

Supported by: Carnival Cinemas

Award winning Indian actor, businessman and philanthropist Vivek Oberoi will steer a discussion on the untapped potential of the UK & India’s soft-power and how by combining talent, ideas, and technologies the partnership can make a significant and positive impact in the world. The experienced panel will share insights into the changing face of India’s creative industries and how Indian media is going global.

Supported by: Hero Future Energies

Hon Barry Gardiner MP, Shadow Secretary of State for International Trade & Climate Change, will lead a critical discussion on the role that the UK and India can play together in addressing climate change. The high-powered panel will share their vast experience in addressing questions such as can India’s energy revolution be realistically financed? Are we doing enough to jointly develop more efficient and affordable technologies? How can UK-India partnerships work effectively in other markets?

Lord Jonathan Marland, Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council Chairman and former UK Trade Envoy will lead a discussion with media and marketing Guru, Suhel Seth, on how governments can work more closely with business, and each other, to clamp down on global corruption. Are mature democracies like the UK doing enough or simply preaching to others? What really has the Modi government done to tackle corruption. Are there any lessons for other developing nations?

Delegates will be treated pre-dinner drinks and live Jazz Music on the Terrace & Lawns of Latimer House (weather permitting!) whilst they mingle wth fellow delegates and soak in the breath-taking views and surroundings.

Supported by: Confederation of Indian Industry

CII President Rakesh Bharti Mittal will play host to delegates and specially invited guests over an ’Indian themed’ Barbeque on the Terrance & Lawns of Latimer House. He and other prominent speakers during the course of the relaxed evening will reflect upon the huge contribution that Indian companies continue to make in the UK, and the opportunities for future co-operation.

The morning sessions will start with the formal announcement of a number of exciting new initiatives that we believe will help enhance business opportunities and strengthen UK-India ties. These include initiatives to boost UK exports to India, enhance cooperation between the regions of the UK and India, and a new global summit focussed on the professional services sector.

Supported by: Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry
This business opportunity focused session will discuss how the UK and India can work more closely together to build smarter, safer cities, and skilling their populations for the modern world. Areas for discussion will include opportunities to collaborate on smarter transportation, skills transfer, and education for the future.

Supported by: Ola
Experts from the UK & India will debate the rapid technological and behavioural changes that are taking place in the transportation sector. Will India’s aspirations as a global hub for electric vehicles be realised? Will the impending arrival of autonomous cars change transportation forever? The session will conclude with the UK launch of ‘Move India’, a first of its kind mobility event taking place this September in India and supported by the Government of India.

Supported by: Infosys
This Forum brings together the brightest and most innovative young entrepreneurs, professionals, and public-sector leaders below the age of 35 to engage in a wide-ranging discussion about their aspirations in a fast changing and challenging world. What are these challenges, who are their role models, and how can better alliances be struck to enhance business and learning opportunities? This India Inc. initiative will kick-start a sustained engagement with young leaders in both countries to help jointly shape the bi-lateral narrative of the future.

Supported by: British Asian Trust
This first of its kind session will bring together UK companies, family offices, and large Indian charitable trusts that are engaged in social impact projects in India. Delegates will share experiences, best practices, identify emerging needs, and explore opportunities for greater coordination and collaboration.

Infosys is synonymous with India’s globalisation. This technology giant is kindly hosting lunch for delegates on Day 2 of the Conclave. Another opportunity to do some power networking, ahead of the Global Investors Forum in the afternoon.