The Next Economy Forum (NEF) 2026, the second edition of the global economic dialogue platform, is scheduled to take place on July 17, 2026, at the House of Lords within the UK Parliament in London. Following the success of its inaugural edition in 2025, the forum aims to bring together world leaders, policymakers, and innovators to shape the future of economic growth, sustainable development, and responsible innovation.
Background and Vision
Conceived by Brand Vista Consulting Solutions, a UK-based consulting firm with a global footprint in management, marketing, and strategy solutions, NEF seeks to reimagine economies amid technological advances, sustainability imperatives, demographic shifts, and geopolitical changes. The vision is to become the world's leading forum for designing a new economic paradigm that empowers people, protects the planet, and leverages innovation for shared prosperity. The mission is to convene thought leaders, policymakers, and changemakers to foster actionable dialogue, promote inclusive growth, and drive global partnerships.
Highlights of the Inaugural Edition
The first edition of NEF in 2025 featured an exceptional gathering of global leaders, policymakers, business visionaries, and innovators. The forum received widespread appreciation for its high-level networking opportunities and strategic conversations. A key highlight was the launch of several thought-provoking books by global leaders, transforming the forum into a platform for sharing ideas and intellectual contributions.
Theme and Focus Areas for 2026
The 2026 edition revolves around the theme "Building Future-Ready Economies Through Responsible Innovation and Sustainable Growth." Discussions will cover critical sectors including sustainability and climate-responsible business models, artificial intelligence and digital transformation, future of manufacturing and Industry 4.0, transforming education for future skills, healthcare innovation and accessibility, sustainable agriculture and food security, global trade and cross-border collaboration, and real estate, infrastructure, and smart cities development.
Expected Participants and Deliverables
The forum is expected to attract Heads of State, Ministers, policymakers, CEOs, founders, ESG leaders, multilateral organizations, impact investors, venture capitalists, family offices, startups, academics, economists, youth leaders, social activists, and educators. As part of the 2026 edition, Brand Vista Consulting Solutions, in association with BlueRose Publishers, will release a special leadership book titled "VISIONARIES OF BHARAT @ 2047," featuring distinguished leaders contributing to India's long-term growth and global leadership.
Key deliverables include a Declaration on Inclusive & Sustainable Economic Transformation, launch of multi-stakeholder initiatives, strategic partnerships, global collaborations, and extensive international media visibility through magazine features, TV interviews, podcasts, public relations campaigns, and social media outreach.
Confirmed Participants
Several eminent leaders have confirmed participation, including Mr. Raj Shetty (Founder, Ramee Group), His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Rina Telesphore (Royal Head of the House of Andriakazomanga-Zafimbolamena), Mr. Sankey Prasad (Chairman, Sterling Ark Holdings), Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese (Chancellor, HITS), Md. Zahidul Islam (CEO, UK Management College), Mr. Anish Singh Thakur (CEO, Booming Bulls Academy), Ms. Anisha Chandy Eckardt (MD, HOSMAT Hospitals), Mr. Rahul Agarwal (Founder & CEO, RASA Group), Mr. Shekhar Natarajan (CEO & Founder, Orchestro.AI), Dr. Roger Kumar (Founder & MD, CASE Group), Mr. Sandeep Sudhakar Asolkar (Chairman, SFC Environmental Technologies), Mr. Aniket Awasthi (Founder, Finsen Ritter), Lt. Col. Ramesh Menon (Director, GAR Corporate Services), Dr. Mohammad Salem Omaid (Founder & CEO, iBnk), Mr. Krishnaraj K Menon (Founder & Director - Operations, Phobosgold Technologies), Mr. Pom Chakravarti (Group CEO, QX Global Group), Dr. Shreeram Iyer (Founder, Chairman, and CEO, Prisma Group), Mr. Pritesh Patel (Chairman & Founder, Akshar Holdings), Mr. Guneet Banga (Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Parinama Group), Mr. Shresht Sharma (Group CEO, 3S Group), Mr. Ganessen Chinnapen (Consultant, Economic Development Board Mauritius), Mr. Ajay Saraswat (Head - Transport, East African Corridor), and Mr. Rohan Dube (Director, I-Stay Housing).
Organizers have invited policymakers, visionary leaders, organizations, innovators, and changemakers to participate. Interested parties can submit nominations through the official forum link. For more details, contact director@brandvistaconsulting.com.
