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SUMMARY:Thought Sparks Podcast Conversation with Rick Goings - Release Date 9/29/26
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URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/thought-sparks-podcast-conversation-with-rick-goings-release-date-9-29-26/
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SUMMARY:Ignite Coalition Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:Ignite Coalition serves as a forum to discuss broad strategic issues\, share insights across our organizations\, and experiment with innovative ideas to enhance the services in our individual plans. \nWe offer opportunities for both operations and leadership to network\, connect\, and collaborate. We aim to deliver clear value to participating plans by creating engaging forums for progress and growth.  LeadersIgnite provides a focused and intimate setting to connect and pioneer new visions for health and healthcare. Bringing together industry leaders and board members\, the organization explores emerging trends and host dynamic breakout sessions centered on innovation and collaboration. \nTickets on Sale June 2026.
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/ignite-coalition-leadership-conference/
LOCATION:Las Vegas\, Nevada
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SUMMARY:Thought Sparks Podcast Conversation with Bill McGowan - Release Date 10/6/26
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URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/thought-sparks-podcast-conversation-with-bill-mcgowan-release-date-10-6-26/
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SUMMARY:NACD Blue Ribbon Commission
DESCRIPTION:Your Starting Point for Critical Governance Content\nExplore the most up-to-date and unbiased governance expertise with carefully curated resources. NACD partners with subject-matter experts and governance community thought leaders to bring  differentiated content on critical subjects.
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/nacd-blue-ribbon-commission/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014
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SUMMARY:Thought Sparks Podcast Conversation with Sebastian Wernicke - Release Date 10/13/26
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URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/thought-sparks-podcast-conversation-with-sebastian-wernicke-release-date-10-13-26/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260925T144913Z
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SUMMARY:Thought Sparks Podcast Conversation with Don Hambrick - Release Date 10/20/26
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URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/thought-sparks-podcast-conversation-with-don-hambrick-release-date-10-20-26/
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SUMMARY:Aurora Live Masterclass with Rita McGrath
DESCRIPTION:Aurora Live connects 12\,000+ senior decision-makers across Europe through curated peer discussions\, high-impact events\, and exclusive experiences designed for leaders who value perspective – and their time.
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/aurora-live-masterclass-with-rita-mcgrath/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261028
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SUMMARY:Thought Sparks Podcast Conversation with Bobby Herrara - Release Date 10/27/26
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URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/thought-sparks-podcast-conversation-with-bobby-herrara-release-date-10-27-26/
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
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SUMMARY:World Business Forum - WOBI Bogota\, Colombia
DESCRIPTION:The World Business Forum Bogotá 2026 is not just an event. It is astrategic gathering for leaders who want to stay current and meet the challenge of constant change. \nWe bring together some of the world’s most disruptive minds to address the biggest challenges facing any organization: from artificial intelligence and innovation to talent\, leadership\, and culture.
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/wobi-session/
LOCATION:Bogotá\, Colombia\, Colombia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103
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SUMMARY:Thinkers50 London Summitt & Leaders 50 Awards Gala 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Thinkers50 London Summit returns to the city’s iconic Guildhall in November 2026 for a special 25th anniversary celebration featuring an exciting new addition: the inaugural Leaders50 Awards Gala. \nFor one extraordinary day\, the Summit brings together the world’s foremost management thinkers and doers to challenge assumptions\, spark fresh ideas\, and shape the future of leadership.
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/thinkers50-london-summitt-leaders-50-awards-gala-2026/
LOCATION:London\, UK\, London\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261104
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SUMMARY:Novartis CLAB
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URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/novartis-clab-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106
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SUMMARY:Global Peter Drucker Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Global Peter Drucker Forum is delighted to double down on the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economics by choosing the role of innovation and technological change in driving economic growth and shaping the future of the world we live in as a central theme for 2026.
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/global-peter-drucker-forum/
LOCATION:Hofburg Vienna
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
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SUMMARY:World Business Forum – WOBI México
DESCRIPTION:The World’s Premier Business and Leadership Platform \nSince 2004\, the World Business Forum has brought together thousands of senior executives from across the globe to learn directly from the world’s most influential business thinkers. We focus on the most relevant topics for today’s leaders–from innovation and strategy to culture and performance–empowering organizations to thrive in an era of constant change. \nhttps://wbf.wobi.com/es_mx/wbf/wbf-mexico/
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/worldbusinessforumwobimexico/
LOCATION:Mexico\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261119
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SUMMARY:World Business Forum – WOBI Madrid
DESCRIPTION:The World’s Premier Business and Leadership Platform \nSince 2004\, the World Business Forum has brought together thousands of senior executives from across the globe to learn directly from the world’s most influential business thinkers. We focus on the most relevant topics for today’s leaders–from innovation and strategy to culture and performance–empowering organizations to thrive in an era of constant change. \nhttps://wbf.wobi.com/it/wbf/wbf-madrid/
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/worldbusinessforumwobimadrid/
LOCATION:Madrid\, Spain\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTSTAMP:20251210T161203Z
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SUMMARY:World Business Forum - WOBI Milan
DESCRIPTION:The World’s Premier Business and Leadership Platform \nSince 2004\, the World Business Forum has brought together thousands of senior executives from across the globe to learn directly from the world’s most influential business thinkers. We focus on the most relevant topics for today’s leaders–from innovation and strategy to culture and performance–empowering organizations to thrive in an era of constant change. \n\nhttps://wbf.wobi.com/it/wbf/wbf-milano/
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/worldbusinessforumwobimilan/
LOCATION:Milan\, Italy\, Milan\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
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SUMMARY:Cluster Day Conference 2026\, Barcelona\, Spain
DESCRIPTION:The 6th Cluster Day will be held in Vic on November 20th and will feature an exceptional speaker: Rita McGrath \, one of the most recognized international voices in strategy\, innovation and business growth. It will be the first time she will offer a conference in Catalonia\, a unique opportunity to hear first-hand her reflections on the challenges and opportunities that organizations face in environments of constant change. \nThe session is designed for both cluster professionals and associated companies\, with content that is especially relevant for those organizations that want to anticipate trends\, identify new growth opportunities and strengthen their ability to adapt. \nSave the date and come enjoy this exceptional opportunity to meet one of the most influential thinkers in the world of management and business strategy.
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/cluster-day-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T160000
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SUMMARY:NACD New York Chapter - Oversight of Strategy Execution
DESCRIPTION:Join NACD New York for an afternoon framed by NACD’s 2026 Blue Ribbon Commission report. Attendees will gain actionable guidance for strengthening effective oversight to efficiently navigate uncertain operating environments. \nAs complexity and disruption continue to reshape the business environment\, boards face increasing pressure to strengthen their oversight of strategy execution — without blurring the lines between governance and management.  NACD’s 2026 Blue Ribbon Commission report will offer a practical framework for directors to govern strategic pivots\, monitor execution quality\, build leadership capacity and distinguish meaningful signals from noise. \nAttendees will gain actionable guidance for strengthening effective oversight to efficiently navigate uncertain operating environments. Join us on Dec. 2nd from noon – 4:00PM for an in-depth discussion and a hands-on workshop opportunity. \n\n\nMember Price: $60.00 | Non Member Price: $90.00
URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/nacd-new-york-chapter-oversight-of-strategy-execution/
LOCATION:Yale Club\, 50 Vanderbilt Avenue\, New York\, NY
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261219
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SUMMARY:Leading Strategic Growth and Change Course – Columbia Business School
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URL:https://www.ritamcgrath.com/event/leading-strategic-growth-and-change-course-columbia-business-school/
LOCATION:Columbia Business School\, Kravis Hall
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