Events

We had an absolutely thrilling clay shooting session at Bisley Shooting Ground on Tuesday, August 27th! The competition, organized by the CEO Club London, was a fantastic opportunity to test members' skills in a friendly yet competitive atmosphere.

A huge thank you to everyone who participated - you all made the event unforgettable! For those who couldn’t join, don’t worry! We’re planning another session soon, so get ready to practice your shooting skills and join us for the next round of fun and camaraderie. Stay tuned for details!

We are sharing the highlights of our recent CEO Club Members meeting, which marked the most significant event before the start of our new season.

During this event, we had the pleasure of unveiling exciting news and sharing our strategic vision for the future. We introduced our upcoming impact project on saving the kidnapped Ukrainian children. This is a key initiative that aligns with our commitment to making a positive difference in our community and industry.

The discussions centred around the trajectory of our club's growth. Together, we explored how we will seize the opportunities ahead, ensuring that our club continues to grow and thrive.

We want to thank all the members who attended and contributed to the dialogue. 

Morning Coffee Online Event

This morning was especially productive for the CEO Club Members as we held a Morning Coffee online event and had the pleasure of hosting two esteemed speakers:

Denys Demko - 1st Secretary for Economic Affairs at the Embassy of Ukraine in London
Daniel Carden - British Labour Party politician and Member of Parliament for Liverpool Walton

The event focused on the future of economic relations between the UK and Ukraine, offering valuable perspectives on:
- The prospects and challenges post-elections for both nations
- Expectations surrounding the signing of a new bilateral agreement
- Updates on the implementation of existing economic, investment, and business initiatives
- Strategies for enhancing UK-Ukraine business cooperation

Key takeaways included the need for stronger collaboration in the investment and business sectors, with both countries committed to fostering closer economic ties.

A big thank you to our speakers and participants for contributing to such a productive and forward-looking dialogue. Let's continue building on these discussions to strengthen the economic partnership between the UK and Ukraine.
 

On July 16th, CEO Club London hosted an exclusive Business Breakfast, bringing together our esteemed members for a deep dive into the world of angel investments.  

At this engaging event, our distinguished speaker, Rinat Abdrasilov, a renowned Strategy and Digital Transformation Management Consultant and Non-Executive Director, shared his invaluable insights. With over 25 years of experience across executive and non-executive roles in diverse industries, Rinat has been instrumental in guiding organizations from start-ups to FTSE100 companies.

Rinat's presentation covered the role of Angel Investors and improved our understanding of how they provide crucial early-stage capital to startups and the strategic value they bring beyond just funding. We also covered some trends in Angel Investing and sectors attracting the most attention, and strategies for both investors and entrepreneurs to ensure mutual growth and success, highlighting case studies from Rinat’s extensive career. We thank Andrii Zhahlov for moderating the session, asking topical questions and contributing to the discussion based on his extensive knowledge.

This event was a fantastic opportunity for our members to gain insights into the nuances of angel investment and network with like-minded leaders in a dynamic and interactive setting. Stay tuned for more exciting events from CEO Club London, where knowledge meets opportunity!

CEO Club London was honoured to sponsor the Hertford Literature Festival, a remarkable event that celebrated literary excellence and fostered vibrant discussions. This year, the festival highlighted a pressing global issue – the Ukrainian children kidnapped by russia.

The festival featured a series of thought-provoking discussions dedicated to raising awareness and exploring actionable solutions to reunite these children with their families. The conversation also focused on the critical need to hold putin and the russian state accountable for their actions.

We are proud to have supported a festival that champions both literature and justice. Thank you to everyone who joined us in amplifying these vital voices and contributing to making a difference.

CEO Club London hosted an AI expert Volodymyr Bandura at our recent event! Many of you may recognize Volodymyr for scripting robot Sophia’s first appearance in Ukraine back in 2018. But his accomplishments extend far beyond that. As the head of Innolytics Group, Volodymyr leads the way in AI solutions and technological competitive research. He’s also a global ambassador for Singularity University, co-founded by Ray Kurzweil.

During his presentation, Volodymyr highlighted that the AI revolution is here, with tools that are already revolutionizing businesses and offering unprecedented opportunities. He showcased practical examples of this impact and emphasized that AI solutions have become significantly more powerful and practical than last year, thanks to enormous investments in this field. Looking ahead, he discussed the future generations of AI models, specifically mentioning GPT-5, which is expected to be a substantial improvement over GPT-4, similar to the leap from GPT-3 to GPT-4. Volodymyr explained what this means for practical applications and explored potential outcomes with Universal AI and Superintelligence, including scenarios where AI systems reach or surpass human expertise combined with advanced robotics. Additionally, he discussed the significant changes these AI advancements could bring to politics and geopolitics.

A huge thank you to Volodymyr Bandura for sharing his insights, Antonina Iermeichuk for moderating the event and to everyone who joined us. Let’s continue to explore the power of AI to drive innovation and growth!

Morning Coffee Online: Insights from the House of Lords 

CEO Club Members had the privilege of attending an enlightening event with a distinguished member of the House of Lords, Lord Glasman, representing the Labour Party, which recently won the elections.

During his address, he discussed the transformative impact these elections will have on the UK and their significant influence on Ukraine. It was inspiring to hear his commitment to supporting Ukraine and reaffirming that the UK is ready to lead in providing aid and assistance.

The Labour Party's victory heralds a new era of cooperation and support for Ukraine, demonstrating the UK's steadfast dedication to international solidarity and leadership.

CEO Club London recently co-hosted a pivotal conference, "On the Road to NATO Washington Summit", which was a standout event of the first half-year of 2024. The conference's theme, particularly pertinent as we approach the NATO Washington Summit in July 2024, was discussed at the prestigious British Academy in collaboration with the Ukrainian Student Union, Centre for Defence Strategies, CEO Club Ukraine, Centre for Geopolitics, and The International Renaissance Foundation (IRF). 

 

“We’ve become drunk on peace and its dividends. We have to be rational about the consequences.” - Sir Liam Fox

Yesterday’s grand event brought insights from Sir Liam Fox, Former Secretary of State for Defence in the Cabinet of David Cameron, on pressing global issues, including NATO defence budgets, the situation in Ukraine, geopolitical dynamics involving the EU, the US, Russia, Iran, and China.

Sir Liam Fox emphasised the importance of scrutinising NATO’s defence spending. It’s not just about raising budgets; it’s about spending wisely to ensure our collective security. He reaffirmed his support for arming Ukraine, stressing the need for NATO to have brutally honest discussions about each member state’s contributions to the defence budget.

Reflecting on the West’s stance in conflicts in Europe, Sir Liam Fox stated, «The West overslept multiple times, first in 2008 with Georgia, then in 2014 with Crimea and the Eastern Ukraine.» This serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive and decisive action.

Sir Liam Fox also discussed the UK’s special relationship with Ukraine, emphasising the importance of shared long-term goals and values. Both nations believe in law and democracy, standing in stark contrast to Russia’s vision. He underscored the need to support countries like Georgia and Moldova, aligning them with our values and moving them out of the grey zone.

Sir Liam Fox highlighted the interconnectedness of the British and US economies and stressed that mutual prosperity is in our best interest. While trade is essential, stable investments are the foundation of a lasting relationship.

Sir Liam Fox’s closing message was clear: “The West, bound by four-year political cycles, unlike Russia, must understand that Ukraine’s frontline is our frontline. Ukraine’s existential battle is our existential battle.” It’s time for a unified, strategic response to these global challenges.

Special thanks to Aliona Hlivco for being a moderator and to Sir Liam Fox MP for being our speaker!