CEO Club London

CEO Club London held a meeting with Timothy Ash, associate fellow in the Eurasia programme at Chatham House and a senior sovereign strategist at RBC Bluebay Asset Management.

Timothy Ash is one of the most professional experts on Ukrainian issues with a particular focus on finance, economics and geopolitcs. We all had a very meaningful and fruitful discussion on topics that concern most of Ukrainians now. Among other things, this is the probability of negotiations, the involvement of russian assets for the reconstruction of Ukraine and the role of private capital.

Mr. Ash was honest with his thoughts and opinions and immersed us in the reality in which we find ourselves. We must admit that this reality is not very pleasant and not very easy for us to accept.
We are grateful to Timothy for sharing his thorough vision, thoughts on the future of Ukrainian reconstruction and the processes that we can start now so that Ukrainians want to return home.

The CEO Club London proudly assumed the role of sponsor and organiser for the Fundraising Reception for Ukrainian Students at the University of Oxford. This significant event transpired at the distinguished Oxford & Cambridge Club in London.

In alignment with our esteemed partner, The University of Oxford, CEO Club London took the initiative to propel the fundraising campaign, culminating in the successful fundraise of funds for Ukrainian students. The evening's gravity was further accentuated by the benevolent contributions of Oleksandr Zinchenko and Oleksandr Usyk, who graciously presented valuable items for the charity auction, thereby infusing the occasion with additional significance.

A sincere acknowledgment is extended to Professor Lionel Tarassenko CBE, Founder of the Ukrainian Scholarship Scheme, and President of Reuben College, Oxford. With an unwavering commitment to securing financial backing for the education of Ukrainian students at Oxford over the past two years, Professor Tarassenko exemplifies a steadfast dedication to advancing educational opportunities.

The event attracted notable figures, including Brooks Newmark, former Minister for Civil Society of the UK, Baroness Emma Nicholson, Alex Sobel (MP), and Jack Lopresti (MP), underscoring the communal support for educational initiatives that benefit Ukrainian students.

In summary, сontinuing to build bridges of opportunity, CEO Club London remains steadfast in its commitment to fortifying ties between Kyiv and London, forging strategic alliances within the UK, and cultivating relationships with pivotal institutions, notably the esteemed University of Oxford.




 

In London, a recent charity concert organized by CEO Club London brought together the musical heritage of the United Kingdom and Ukraine. Within the event, performers showcased works by Ukrainian composers such as Mykola Skorik, Valentin Silvestrov, Mykola Leontovych, and unveiled parallels between both cultures, illustrating how they depict events and stories in their compositions.

The main emphasis of the concert was not only on the music but also on its charitable aspect. All proceeds collected during the event went towards supporting the Stanislav Music School in the Kherson region of Ukraine. This school endured Russian occupation and lost its musical equipment when the occupiers retreated. The funds raised will help restore the school and continue the musical education of local children.

The concert featured remarkable performances by prominent Ukrainian artists like Bogdana Pivenko, Marina Bodnar, and Sasha Hrynyuk, leaving unforgettable impressions on the audience.

This event served as not just a celebration of the arts but also as a testament to the power of community and profound support. It marks the beginning of a systematic cultural project, with CEO Club London planning to hold such events on a regular basis.