15 & 16 November 2023
David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center NYC
- 9 world-renowned speakers
- A unique learning opportunity
- A networking environment with more than 2,000 executives just like you
David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center NYC – November 15 & 16 2023
The most important management event in the world:
- 9 world-renowned speakers
- A unique learning opportunity
- A networking environment with more than 2,000 executives just like you
Jim Collins
MANAGEMENT
Simon Sinek
TALENT
Allyson Felix
HIGH PERFORMANCE
GINNI ROMETTY
BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION
Peter Diamandis
DIGITAL FUTURE
Carla Harris
LEADERSHIP
Marshall Goldsmith
SELF-MANAGEMENT
Will Guidara
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE STRATEGY
MARCUS COLLINS
BRAND STRATEGY
Stephen Ritz
Green Impact
What is the World Business Forum?
- Learn from and be inspired by some of the world’s most renowned figures from business and beyond – a blend of content comprised of CEOs, entrepreneurs, innovators, thinkers, artists and sportspeople.
- The conference focuses on the issues most relevant to today’s businesspeople, stimulating new thinking and inspiring action.
- It provides a unique networking environment to connect with like-minded professionals.
Who attends
The World Business Forum offers a unique two-day learning experience. The program of content is designed to give business leaders an edge in today’s fast changing competitive landscape so as to sustain growth and achieve ongoing success.
- For senior leaders from across all industries and across all company sizes.
- For leaders and executive teams looking for ideas and inspiration.
- For all those who understand the value of knowledge and continuous learning.
What you will learn
The conference provides an opportunity to learn from a world class program of business thought leaders and practitioners.
- The program has been carefully curated to provide a blend of perspectives on the most important issues facing leaders today.
- It offers high level, strategic thinking on the most critical management topics such as leadership, talent, performance and transformation.
- Attendees leave with new ideas to help their organizations grow, and the inspiration to put those ideas into practice.
Agenda
World Business Forum New York 2023
DAY 1
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15
SCHEDULE
SPEAKER
9:00am - 10:30am
90 min
JIM COLLINS
10:30am - 11:15am
30 min
BREAK
11:15am - 12:15am
60 min
GINNI ROMETTY
12:15pm - 1:45pm
90 min
LUNCH
1:45pm - 3:00pm
75 min
MARCUS COLLINS
3:00pm - 4:00pm
60 min
WILL GUIDARA
4:00pm - 4:30pm
30 min
BREAK
4:30pm - 5:30pm
60 min
SIMON SINEK
5:30pm - 6:30pm
60 min
NETWORKING COCKTAIL HOUR
DAY 2
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16
SCHEDULE
SPEAKER
9:00am - 10:30am
90 min
MARSHALL GOLDSMITH
10:30am - 11:15am
30 min
BREAK
11:15H - 12:30pm
75 min
PETER DIAMANDIS
12:30pm - 2:30pm
90 min
LUNCH
2:00pm - 2:20pm
20 min
GREEN IMPACT | STEPHEN RITZ
2:20pm - 3:00pm
40 min
SUSTAINABILITY PANEL
3:00pm - 4:00pm
60 min
ALLYSON FELIX
4:00pm - 4:30pm
30 min
BREAK
4:30pm - 5:30pm
60 min
CARLA HARRIS
THE AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
20 years as the most important gathering of senior executives
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WHY ATTEND?
Learning
Development
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Ticket availability is limited. Get your tickets today!
Take Advantage of our Special Offer, Valid Until October 6th
PLATINUM VIP
$4,490
- All Gold Ticket Benefits, Plus
- Lunch with Speakers
- Dedicated Registration
- Deluxe Catering
- Access to Platinum Lounge
GOLD
$3,990
- Access to Both Days of the Forum
- Orchestra Seating
- Attendee Certificate
- Coffee Break
EMERALD
$3,790
- Access to Both Days of the Forum
- Ring 2 & 3 Seating
- Attendee Certificate
- Coffee Break
RUBY PLUS
$2,440
$3,300
- Access to both days of the Forum
- Preferred Seating within Ring 4 (First Two Rows)
- Attendee Certificate
- Coffee Breaks
Groups
$16,500
$33,000
RUBY
$2,190
$2,990
- Access to both days of the Forum
- Ring 4 Standard Seating
- Attendee Certificate
- Coffee Break
Groups
X5 $9,790
$14,450
X10 $17,490
$29,900
Our new series of courses, Ideas to Lead, is the perfect companion that will guide you on the road to the World Business Forum. More information.
Enrich your experience and prepare yourself for the event, starting TODAY
For registration or any additional information call us at +1-212-317-9110 or write to us at info.us@wobi.com
BREAKFAST EXPERIENCE
WORLD BUSINESS FORUM 2023
with
Ginni Rometty
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discuss the topics that are at the top of your leadership agenda with one of the most influential and iconic corporate leaders of recent times.
- The challenges of driving business transformation
- Leading in a context of uncertainty
- Building a diverse and inclusive workplace culture
- Advances in tech and its impact on leadership and business strategy
- The most pressing questions for your business!
REGISTER NOW
$500
Limited to 45 Guests
Exponential Conversations:
A Breakfast Experience with
Peter Diamandis
When it comes to the future of tech and its impact on business, no topics will be off the table. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage directly with Peter and get his insights and advice into how you can prepare your organization for success in this fast moving world.
- What happens as AI, robotics, and virtual reality crash into 3D printing, blockchain, and global gigabit networks?
- How will these convergences transform today’s biggest industries?
- How will this change the way we raise our kids, govern our nations, and care for our planet?
$500
Limited to 45 Guests
JOIN US FOR BOTH BREAKFAST OPTIONS
$900
HOTELS
PLAN YOUR STAY AT THIS YEAR’S WORLD BUSINESS FORUM WITH ONE OF OUR HOTEL PARTNERS
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Are you interested in leveraging the World Business Forum to help meet your business objectives?
We work with our partners to develop bespoke Main and Supporting sponsorship packages tailored to help meet those objectives.
- Brand positioning and awareness building for your products and services
- New business acquisition and prospecting
- Customized experiences for clients and prospects
- Executive visibility and thought leadership opportunities
- Private events for select invited guests (lunches, breakfasts, networking sessions featuring keynote speakers)
- In-company sessions with keynote speakers for company stakeholders
- Activations in networking areas
- Multiple channels for sharing your brand or product story with a unique audience of senior decision-makers
- Corporate ticket packages for key stakeholders
Exhibitor and Featured Company packages
Please contact us at sponsors.us@wobi.com for more information.
| FEATURED | $50,000 |
• 5’×7’ Exhibitor Space for your brand within Networking Area*
• Host a 30 Minute Networking Break with World Business Forum Speaker with up to 25 pre-selected WBF attendees
• Branding in the WBF App
• 5 World Business Forum Emerald Tickets
• Brand in landing page and emails
• Logo on all event communication pieces
• Insert in the Welcome kit
• Mentions on WOBI´s social media
• 10% Ticket discounts for client
| EXHIBITOR | $25,000 |
• 5×7 Exhibitor Space for your brand within Networking Area
• 2 World Business Forum Emerald Tickets
• Branding as ”Exhibitor” on pre-event communications and onsite materials
• 5% Ticket discounts for clients
Contact us at sponsors.us@wobi.com to learn more!
Academic Partner
Sustainability Partner
Featured Companies
Features Companies
Features Companies
Features Companies
Supporting Partner
Exhibitor
Media Partners
Features Companies
Partner Association
PR Partner
Social Impact Partner
Jim Collins
Driven by relentless curiosity and passion for his work, for more than a quarter of a century Collins has been researching what makes great companies tick. He began his research and teaching career on the faculty at the Stanford Graduate School of Business, where he received the Distinguished Teaching Award in 1992. In 1995, he founded a management laboratory in Boulder, Colorado, where he conducts research and engages with CEOs and senior-leadership teams.
In addition to his work in the business sector, Collins has a passion for learning and teaching in the social sectors, including education, healthcare, government, faith-based organizations, social ventures, and cause-driven nonprofits. Selected in 2017 by Forbes as one of the Greatest Living Business Minds, he has also authored or co-authored six books that have sold in total more than ten million copies worldwide, including classics such as Good to Great and Built to Last.
Business Excellence in Turbulent Times
- Disciplined People: “Right People on the Bus”, led by Level 5 Leaders
- Disciplined Thought: “Confront the Brutal Facts”, “Clarify a Hedgehog Concept”, “Get the Flywheel Right”
- Disciplined Action: Accelerate, renew, and extend the flywheel with discipline and creativity
- Building Greatness to Last: The foundations for an enduring great visionary company