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9th Global Business Summit
Evolve | Emerge | Expand

15th – 16th February 2025 Taj Palace, New Delhi
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#ScriptingATomorrow: A Legacy of Impact

In a world defined by constant disruption and transformation, The Times Group ET NOW Global Business Summit has become a beacon of hope and possibility since its inception in 2015. This prestigious platform transcends borders, bringing together visionary leaders, policymakers, and innovators to shape the trajectory of business and society.
With India’s Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, as its guiding presence, GBS has consistently sparked bold conversations and unveiled groundbreaking strategies that fuel progress. More than just a summit, it is a movement, a collective effort to reimagine the future, foster collaboration, and drive enduring growth in an ever-changing global landscape.

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Meet the

Speakers

An extraordinary lineup of speakers, including global leaders, industry stalwarts, and trailblazers from diverse sectors. These distinguished voices share their experiences, insights, and perspectives on navigating today’s complexities while driving meaningful change.

Chief Guest



Narendra Modi

Prime Minister of India



HM Queen Rania Al Abdullah

Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan


Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC

Secretary-General – Commonwealth of Nations


Börje Ekholm

CEO and President – Ericsson


Raj Subramaniam

President, CEO and a member of the board of directors – Fedex



Michael Williamson

President – Lockheed Martin International


Cameron Adams

Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer – Canva


Omri Morgenshtern

CEO – Agoda


Warren “Woody” Hoburg

Astronaut Candidate

The Stages Shaping Tomorrow at The Times Group’s ETNow Global Business Summit


Plenary Stage
Innovation Stage
Sector Spotlight
Bilateral Talks
  • Plenary Stage

    The epicenter of thought leadership, where global industry icons converge to dissect the evolving economic landscape. This stage hosts transformative discussions on navigating opportunities and challenges in a world of constant change. Leaders and visionaries share groundbreaking strategies that fuse business innovation with political foresight to accelerate global growth.

  • Innovation Stage

  • Sector Spotlight

  • Bilateral Talks

Our Legacy


Global Speakers

2050+

Accomplished leaders, innovators, and industry trailblazers, offering a panoramic view of global expertise by sharing their insights, experiences, and groundbreaking ideas, fostering a truly international dialogue.


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Ministers & Bureaucrats

200+

A historic assembly of global leadership where discussions will transcend borders and script a tomorrow for national & international market’s progress.



Delegates

45500 +

Participation of a diverse and extensive industry leaders, representing a multitude of industries and perspectives from every corner of the globe.


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One on One Meets

1300+

A unique opportunity for participants to engage directly, fostering in-depth discussions, exploring tailored solutions, and establishing enriching global partnerships.




Leadership Hub

Celebrated for its high-level content and influential speakers, this summit is a must-attend for those who want to lead, innovate, and inspire in today’s complex world.




Global Gathering

With over 2,000 delegates from 20+ countries, this summit offers a wealth of diverse perspectives on the issues and opportunities that will define the future.




Growth Catalyst

With years of global prestige, the summit continues to define the future of business, offering attendees the chance to influence key trends and strategies.



Actionable Solutions

Focused on delivering practical, implementable strategies that attendees can apply to drive meaningful transformation and long-term success in their organizations.



Exclusive Networking

Build valuable connections with industry leaders, decision-makers, and innovators, fostering partnerships that will shape the future of global business.



Impactful Talks

Participate in high-impact discussions that address global challenges and uncover new opportunities for sustainable growth across industries.


Diverse Industry Composition

A diverse network of experts representing multiple sectors, fostering innovation and collaboration.



Core Industries
40%

Financial & Professional Services
20%

Technology & Innovation
19%

Lifestyle & Well-Being
13%

Government
5%

Others
3%





CEO, Chairman, MD, Founder
50%

Vice Presidents, Presidents & Directors
20%

Senior Management
17%

Government Officials
13%

Delegate Profile

Influential leaders driving strategic choices and shaping the future of their industries.

The Voices of Today #ScriptingATomorrow


GBS 2025: A Call for Changemakers

Scripting A Tomorrow

Narendra Modi

India on the World Stage

Bill Winters

Standard Chartered’s India Chapter

Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar

India & Credit Line Offers

Ranveer Allahbadia

India’s Next Gen Startups

Past Business Alliances

Empowering Every Moment of the Event with Our Valued Partners.

Adobe
Arvind Mafatlal Group
Brew & Bliss
Genesys

Digital Impressions


Media Spotlight


While addressing the ET NOW Global Business Summit 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared his intentions for third term after the Lok Sabha elections by hinting at bigger decisions that will be taken for the country to help India grow at super speed.

नई दिल्ली: प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी (PM Narendra Modi) आज शाम ईटी ग्लोबल बिजनस समिट (ET Global Business Summit) को संबोधित करेंगे। दो दिन के इस समिट में राजनीति, बिजनस, इकॉनमी और उद्योग जगत के लीडर और इनोवेटर हिस्सा लेंगे। साथ ही इसमें कई केंद्रीय मंत्री भी शिरकत करेंगे। इनमें रेल, कम्युनिकेशंस और आईटी मिनिस्टर अश्विनी वैष्णव (Ashwini Vaishnaw) तथा इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स एंड आईटी, स्किल डेवलपमेंट राज्य मंत्री राजीव चंद्रशेखर शामिल हैं। यह ईटी ग्लोबल बिजनस समिट का सातवां संस्करण है। इस बार इसकी थीम “Resilience.

Shah Rukh Khan at his wittiest best at the ET Global Business Summit (GBS) 2018, says came to the event full of business leaders to only have a picture with the Prime Minister Modi. Watch and laugh!

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said after 2014, “we reimagined the government-first mentality to a people-first. We worked on the principle of trusting the citizens”. In a veiled attack on Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said his government in the last nine years has transformed the country from ‘fragile-five’ to ‘anti-fragile’ by re-imagining and re-inventing every element of governance.

After an exhilarating day of stimulating conversations with top global head honchos , Day 2 of the ET Global Business Summit 2022 holds an equally stellar list of speakers. Kicking off the power-packed session will be the man spearheading India’s infrastructure push, Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport and Highways.

Japanese investor SoftBank Investment Advisers is in talks with Tatas and Mahindras for a stake buy in one of their subsidiaries, a top official said on Friday.

NEW DELHI , Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The 8th Edition of The Times Group Global Business Summit (GBS), one of the largest conclaves of its kind in Asia, is scheduled to take place on February 9 and 10, 2024 at Taj Palace, New Delhi – India. This year, Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi will set his vision for a New India at the summit and will be complimented by other key […]

“India has shown the world how to convert an adversity to opportunity. By studying the capability shown by India at the time of the biggest crisis in 100 years, humanity will be proud of it after 100 years,” he added.

“It will bring together thought leaders, policy makers, academicians and corporate heads on a common platform, seeking to provide solutions to key economic challenges,” said the statement.

The RBI mandate on data localisation is not the best solution to address concerns regarding information security, global cards major Visa said on Friday.