The Annual UK-India Leadership Conclave is the landmark event for growing and developing the UK and India’s strategic relationship.
The 5th UK-India Leadership Conclave (20-21st June 2018) addressed the growing need for innovation and adaptation in bilateral relations, staging a wide variety of dynamic discussions and symposia, from unmissable VIP keynote addresses to invaluable informal networking opportunities.
The Conclave brought together the most influential figures in business, politics, diplomacy, culture, arts and media for a two-day residential retreat at the historic and picturesque Latimer House in Buckinghamshire, creating a catalyst for new trade opportunities and an exchange for inspiring fresh thinking and partnerships.
Our Attendees
150 SENIOR DECISION MAKERS AND OPINION FORMERS
LEADING POLITICALPERSONALITIES AND PUBLIC FIGURES
C-SUITE BUSINESS LEADERS
DIRECTOR LEVEL EXECUTIVES FROM INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
TOP PROFESSIONALS FROM CONSULTANCY, LAW, AND ACCOUNTANCY FIRMS
HIGH-PROFILE MEMBERS OF THE INDIAN DIASPORA
This year’s speakers at the Conclave and Awards included UK Foreign Minister Mark Fields, Mayor of London Sadie Khan, the leader of the Liberal Democrats Sir Vince Cable, Dr Rajiv Kumar Vice Chairman NITI Aayog and Hon Piyush Goyal MP, India’s Minister for for Finance, Railways and Coal.
The fifth Annual UK-India Leadership Conclave 2018 is a residential retreat at a breath-taking venue in Buckinghamshire – the De Vere Latimer Estate – on 20 and 21 June 2018.
Themed “Global Britain meets Global India”, the two-day event is designed to provide an inside track on the UK-India relationship with high-profile speakers from both countries giving key note speeches.
Develop strong connections with over 150 senior delegates at this exclusive event with ample opportunities to network throughout the day and an exclusive ‘themed’ dinner for guests.
With a mission to open up business opportunity, innovation and cultural exchange between the two nations, the 2018 UK-India Leadership Conclave will address key issues such as:
How do we overcome barriers to facilitate greater trade and investment between the UK and India?
As the UK leaves the EU, how does it consolidate its position as India’s gateway to Europe and other
global markets?
Where can the UK and India work together to unlock the value of fast-growing sectors, such as technology, cybersecurity and green finance?
What is the role for the UK to develop and grow the talent, skills and value of India’s young demographic?
Who will be attending?
This exclusive -by-invitation-only event which will bring together a high-level audience of decision-makers and opinion formers.
The audience will include:
SENIOR CORPORATE LEADERS FROM BOTH INDIAN & UK COMPANIES
SENIOR CORPORATE & INVESTMENT BANKERS
PARTNERS & SENIOR PROFESSIONALS FROM WELL-REGARDED GLOBAL/UK COMPANIES WITH INDIA FOCUSED PRACTICES
SENIOR REPRESENTATIVES FROM LAW FIRMS, CONSULTANCY FIRMS, ALONG WITH ACCOUNTANTS & OTHER PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS
SENIOR STAKEHOLDERS FROM INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS
SENIOR BUREAUCRATS FROM CENTRE & STATE GOVERNMENTS
Confirmed Speakers
Themed ‘Global Britain meets Global India,’ the two-day event is designed to provide an inside track on the UK-India relationship with high-profile speakers from both countries giving key notes speeches.
Who will be speaking?
Manoj Badale
Chairman,
British Asian Trust
Umang Bedi
President,
Dailyhunt
Umang Bedi
President,
Dailyhunt
Manoj Badale
Chairman,
British Asian Trust
Deepak Bagla
CEO,
Invest India
Umang Bedi
President,
Dailyhunt
Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable MP
Leader of The Liberal,
Democrats
Percy Billimoria
Senior Partner,
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable MP
Leader of The Liberal,
Democrats
Percy Billimoria
Senior Partner,
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
Shruti Singh
Deputy Secretary, DIPP, Govt. of India
Dr Swapan Dasgupta
Writer,
MP of Rajya Sabha
Shruti Singh
Deputy Secretary, DIPP, Govt. of India
Dr Swapan Dasgupta
Writer,
MP of Rajya Sabha
Lord Jitesh Gadhia
Investment banker and nonaffiliated
member of the House of Lords
Dr Rajiv Kumar
Vice Chairman,
NITI Aayog
Lord Jitesh Gadhia
Investment banker and nonaffiliated
member of the House of Lords
Dr Rajiv Kumar
Vice Chairman,
NITI Aayog
Manoj Ladwa
Founder & CEO,
India Inc.
Entrepreneur and Strategist
Sanjay Nayar
CEO,
KKR India
Manoj Ladwa
Founder & CEO,
India Inc.
Entrepreneur and Strategist
Sanjay Nayar
CEO,
KKR India
Lord Jonathan Marland
Chairman,
Commonwealth Enterprise
and Investment Council
Rahul Munjal
Chairman and Managing
Director,
Hero Future Energies
Lord Jonathan Marland
Chairman,
Commonwealth Enterprise
and Investment Council
Rahul Munjal
Chairman and Managing
Director,
Hero Future Energies
Rakesh Bharti Mittal
President, CII and Vice
Chairman,
Bharti Enterprises
Sunil Parekh
Strategic Advisor,
Zydus Cadila
Rakesh Bharti Mittal
President, CII and Vice
Chairman,
Bharti Enterprises
Sunil Parekh
Strategic Advisor,
Zydus Cadila
Vivek Oberoi
Actor, Businessman,
Philanthropist
Alpesh Patel
Founder,
Praefinium Partners
Vivek Oberoi
Actor, Businessman,
Philanthropist
Alpesh Patel
Founder,
Praefinium Partners
BV Krishnan
Chief Executive, KKR India Financial Services
Suhel Seth
Marketing Guru, Author,
Managing Director
Counselage
BV Krishnan
Chief Executive, KKR India Financial Services
Suhel Seth
Marketing Guru, Author,
Managing Director
Counselage
Ambassador Dinesh Patnaik
Deputy High Commissioner of
India to the UK
Mr Rashesh Shah
President,
FICCI
Chairman & CEO,
Edelweiss Group
Ambassador Dinesh Patnaik
Deputy High Commissioner of
India to the UK
Mr Rashesh Shah
President,
FICCI
Chairman & CEO,
Edelweiss Group
Anand Shah
Senior Vice President,
OLA Cabs
H. E. Yashvardhan Kumar Sinha
High Commissioner of
India to the UK
Anand Shah
Senior Vice President,
OLA Cabs
H. E. Yashvardhan Kumar Sinha
High Commissioner of
India to the UK
Chandrajit Banerjee
Director General,
Confederation of Indian Industry
Arbinder Chatwal
Partner & Head of India Advisory Services, BDO UK
Sudhir Dole
MD & Chief Executive, ICICI Bank UK
Piyush Goyal MP
Minister for Finance, Railways & Coal
Vimal Jain
Chief Operating Officer, IL&FS Global Financial Services
Vishal Joneja
Head of Operations, Level 39
Edie Lush
Broadcast Journalist
Ram Kumar
Director, KKR
Philip Bouverat
Director, JCB
Pranav Bhanot
Co-Chair, India-UK Legal Exchange Programme
Upendra Dharmadhikary
Vice-President Consulting, Tech Mahindra
Priya Guha
Ecosystem General Manager, RocketSpace
James Erksine
Director, New Black Films
Hon Barry Gardiner MP
Shadow Secretary of State for International Trade
Josh Hardie
Deputy Director General, Confederation of British Industry
Mohit Joshi
President, Infosys
Mira Kaushik OBE
Artistic Director, Akademi
Anis Mohamed
Head of Energy Resources & Services, Infosys
Angus McCrone
Chief Editor, Bloomberg New Energy Finance
Bahram Vakil
Founder and Senior Partner, AZB & Partners
David Hudson
Head of Propulsion, Tata Motors European Technical Centre
David Whittleton
Deputy Chairman & Chief Operating Officer, Arup Group
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.
Special Address by Rt Hon Sir Vince Cable MP
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.
Global Britain Meets Global 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.
The Innovation Imperative & Launch of TechXchange
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.
The Innovation Imperative & Launch of TechXchange
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.
Lunch Hosted By FICCI
A great networking opportunity for delegates over a buffet lunch kindly hosted by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry.
Lunch Hosted By FICCI
A great networking opportunity for delegates over a buffet lunch kindly hosted by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry.
In Conversation with Dr Rajiv Kumar
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.
In Conversation with Dr Rajiv Kumar
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.
The Future of Creativity and the Media
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.
The Future of Creativity and the Media
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.
The Future of Energy & Climate Change Cooperation
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?
The Future of Energy & Climate Change Cooperation
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?
The Big Debate: Values, Democracies and the Corrupt
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?
The Big Debate: Values, Democracies and the Corrupt
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?
18.30-19.30 Drinks Reception hosted by Dina and Manoj Ladwa
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.
18.30-19.30 Drinks Reception hosted by Dina and Manoj Ladwa
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.
19.30-21.30 Dinner Hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry
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.
19.30-21.30 Dinner Hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry
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.
Thursday 21 June | De Vere Latimer Estate
08.00-09.30 Breakfast Meetings
Delegates can take the opportunity to interact with one another over a leisurely breakfast. Those feeling more energetic can use the fitness facilities and explore the countryside surroundings. Today is also International Yoga Day, and so we will have some yoga mats and an instructor available to acknowledge this significant day in India’s soft power diplomacy.
Media Briefings & Conclave Announcements
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.
Media Briefings & Conclave Announcements
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.
Building Modern Economies - Smart Cities, Smarter People
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.
Building Modern Economies - Smart Cities, Smarter People
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.
The Future of Mobility & Launch of ‘Move India’’
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.
The Future of Mobility & Launch of ‘Move India’
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.
Young Leaders Forum
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.
Young Leaders Forum
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.
Social Impact Roundtable
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.
Social Impact Roundtable
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.
13.00-14.30 Lunch hosted by Infosys
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.
13.00-14.30 Lunch hosted by Infosys
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.
Afternoon Session: Global Investors Forum
Supported by:
Invest India
KKR
Wadhawan Global Capital
With less than a year before the Indian general election, this landmark Forum curated by Invest India and global investment house KKR will bring together some of the finest investment minds, collectively managing portfolios of +$100bn, from top global financial powerhouses. Delegates will do a deep dive assessment into some of the flagship programmes and policies of the Modi government, and discuss how they are impacting the business climate and outlook for investing in India. Delegates will share sector analysis, identify challenges, and explore investment opportunities.
Sessions within the Global Investors Forum will include:
Shri Piyush Goyal in conversation with Sanjay Nayar, over an interactive video conference:
• Progress in key Indian structural economic reforms over the past 4 years
• Driving the next phase of economic growth and job creation
• Outlook on inbound foreign investments (FDI and FPI), private capital and driving capital market reforms
FDI into India
• Ease of doing business
• Impact of structural reforms undertaken for long-term investing
• Outlook on the need for FDI
• Pending structural reforms
Private capital opportunities in India
• The Indian capital markets and capital structure, and how it evolves over time
• Impact of structural reforms undertaken
• Risk-reward in India
• Pending structural reforms
Creating local capital pools for long-term infrastructure requirements – moving long-term savings into investments
• The need for long-term capital for infrastructure in India
• The UK / European experience in infrastructure financing
• Key impediments
• Regulatory changes that are necessary
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Monday 18 June: Release of the 2nd Edition of ‘100 Most Influential in UK-India Relations’ and Launch of the UK-India Week 2018. Edwardian Suites, Taj Hotel, Buckingham Gate. A special evening reception for 150 invited guests to honour and celebrate the achievements of individuals making a huge impact in strengthening the bilateral relationship. The UK-India Week will also be formally launched at this event. More details here (hyperlink to relevant website page)
Tuesday 19 June: The High Commissioners’ Cup: Buckinghamshire Golf Course. A first-of-its-kind charity golf tournament, where power networking meets a full day of golf. This event is designed to bring together business leaders and diplomats from the reinvigorated Commonwealth community. Players of all abilities are invited. All profits from this event will go to HRH Prince Charles’ British Asian Trust and Sewa Day, a UK-based volunteering charity. More details here (hyperlink to relevant website page)
Wednesday 20 & Thursday 21 June: The 5th UK-India Leadership Conclave, Latimer House, Buckinghamshire. The 5th Annual UK-India Leadership Conclave is a landmark event for growing and developing the UK and India’s strategic relationship. This year will focus on the road ahead as Brexit Britain meets Global India. More details here (hyperlink to relevant website page)
Friday 22 June : The 2nd UK-India Awards – Prestigious central London venue . The 2nd Annual UK-India Awards is an invitation-only, black-tie dinner and glittering awards ceremony to celebrate the winning partnership between the UK and India. Bringing together over 400 senior leaders from the world of business, politics, diplomacy, arts & culture, and the social sector, the Awards recognise innovative and path-breaking UK and Indian individuals and organisations that are making a significant impact on this crucial global partnership. More details here (hyperlink to relevant website page)
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