The global order is being reshaped—by shifting power centers, technological frontiers, and emerging risks that cut across sectors and borders. For decision-makers, it’s no longer enough to stay informed. What matters is the ability to understand these changes in context, anticipate their implications, and translate them into resilient strategies.

The University of St. Gallen’s exclusive “Executive Meeting on Geopolitics” (20.-21.11.25) brings together senior leaders to do exactly that: gain perspective, exchange openly, and leave with insights that matter.

This program provides a comprehensive update on the most pressing geopolitical developments, transforming complex international dynamics into actionable opportunities and risks for your organization. Engage with political leaders, influential executives, and renowned experts as you refine your strategic approach to the interconnected world of politics, economics, and global business.

What Sets Our Format Apart:

Our Executive Meeting on Geopolitics offers more than just high-level input—it provides a unique, practice-oriented learning and exchange experience:

• Strategic Framing, Not Just Anecdotes
  We place current geopolitical developments within a larger conceptual framework. This enables participants to reflect on their own organizational context and draw actionable conclusions.
• Exploring What’s Next
  We go beyond the obvious. Instead of repeating standard topics like “geopolitics and value chains,” we explore next-frontier questions—such as the geopolitical implications of outerspace-based value chains.
• Small Group. Real Dialogue.
  Limited to a select group of participants, the format allows for in-depth conversation under Chatham House Rules, ensuring open and trusted exchange.
• Direct Takeaways for Your Organization
  Every session is designed to produce insights you can apply. The program ends with a conclusion session to help translate discussions into concrete strategies.

Key Takeaways:

• Refined Perspectives: Gain cutting-edge insights into the geopolitical landscape, helping you recognize both potential threats and growth opportunities.
• Exchange with leading business experts, politicians, diplomats and military representants
• Leadership Networking: Exchange ideas with fellow senior leaders and political figures, sharing real-world experiences and strategies.
• Customized Strategy Mapping and Scenario Planning: Create your own geopolitical mindmap, outlining the strategic impacts on your business, allowing you to lead with confidence in uncertain times.

Program Details:

• Kartause Ittingen (Former Monastery), 30 minutes from Zurich Airport
• Dates: Thursday, November 20th, 12:00 PM – Friday, November 21st, 1:00 PM, 2025
• Several Key Notes, Panel-debates and a Fire-Side Talks from and with leading academics, diplomats, politicians and military representants.

Participation Fee: CHF 5,000

This fee includes:

• Full access to all sessions and curated discussions
• One-night stay at the Kartause Ittingen
• All-inclusive catering throughout the event (including dinner with speakers)

Your participation grants you:

• Direct exchange with leading minds in politics, business, and global security
• Access to forward-looking geopolitical insights and strategic foresight
• Exclusive networking with senior-level decision-makers