Societal challenges and mounting pressure on leaders call not only for bold action but also for true humanity. In November, we gathered brave leaders who dare to break norms and redefine the future of business. In a room filled with business leaders, entrepreneurs, researchers, elite athletes, and rising stars – people who might never otherwise meet – we came together to connect, share, reflect, and lead.

What made this evening so special wasn’t just the impressive titles of those present but the openness and vulnerability that filled the room. From the very start, we delved into the core of what it means to be a leader and a human in a world that demands more from us every day.

Talking about openness:

• A CEO of 10,000 employees shared the raw truth of what it feels like to lose the role.
• Another CEO shared how success turned upside down with a profit warning, a threatening obsessive litigant, and the fear of being unable to protect his family.
• A national talent in sustainability revealed how hard it can be to live up to the ideals she champion, from loving life to battling the darkest of thoughts.

We want to create a space for bold and transparent conversations – not just about business strategy or successes but about our dreams, doubts, and the bravery required to break norms in the business world.

We explored the intersection of AI and humanity, how technology can elevate human-centric leadership. We confronted the reality of making bold decisions that often go unrewarded in the short term – would we risk our job to do what’s right?

We believe that these are the kinds of discussions that ignite change. Leadership today isn’t just about driving results; it’s about taking responsibility for the world we shape. It’s about fostering transparency, empathy, and the kind of connection where people share more openly with strangers in one evening than with longtime colleagues.

This night was proof that when diverse people and perspectives unite, we find the energy and inspiration to keep marching forward. We need leaders who challenge the status quo, who redefine what’s possible, and who make bold, human-centric choices.

To everyone who joined us: Thank you for your honesty, your bravery, and your belief in what leadership can and should be. This wasn’t just an event; it is part of a movement – shaping the future.