Davos 2026: A Platform for Purposeful Leadership
“A Spirit of Dialogue”
The 2026 World Economic Forum Meeting in Davos comes at a pivotal moment in a world of complexity and change. From January 19-23, world leaders from business, government and civil society will convene amid geopolitical shifts, economic volatility, rapid technological innovation, and mounting societal discord. Against this backdrop of growing global fragmentation, leaders will focus on fostering cooperation and dialogue to rebuild trust and shape collective solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges.
Maximize your impact at Davos
Davos 2026 stands apart as a critical opportunity for leaders to forge transformative partnerships, spark meaningful dialogue, and demonstrate leadership positions by shaping conversations that travel far beyond the summit. Weber Advisory provides tailored strategic counsel and on-the-ground execution to help leaders engage at Davos with clarity, purpose, and influence – backed by year-round guidance across the Forum’s networks and communities that strengthens the relationships and visibility essential for meaningful impact.
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Insights and thought leadership
Davos 2026 Debrief: Beyond the Trump Factor
Against the backdrop of heightened global tensions and President Trump’s headline-dominating presence, this year’s Davos discussions underscored a new normal of geopolitical volatility and its implications for businesses. Greg Prager, President Weber Advisory, EMEA identifies three key themes imperative for communicators and corporate leaders navigating this landscape.
How to stand out at Davos in 2026
At Davos, the challenge isn’t just to be seen, it’s to drive meaningful engagement. Leaders & organizations must rise to the occasion with a sophisticated approach. President, Weber Shandwick Advisory, EMEA Greg Prager shares more on how.
AI, Trust & Relationships at Davos
Hugh Taggart, our EMEA CEO, attended Davos this year, highlighting two key takeaways: the transformative role of AI, not just as an innovation, but as a tool to build trust, empower teams, and drive action and the enduring value of relationships, emphasising the importance of in-person connections at Davos.
Navigating a Divided Global Stage
Our North America CEO and Global President, Jim O’Leary, explores the contrast between the traditional Davos, focused on multilateral collaboration and global challenges and the emerging “MAGA Davos,” with its emphasis on nationalism and unilateralism.
Corporate Diplomacy in a Complex World
Greg Prager, President, Weber Advisory, EMEA, Weber Shandwick, reflected on a discussion that explored the intersection of business and politics, the role of corporate diplomacy and the importance of understanding local nuances to drive strategy.
Your 2026 Guide to Ever-Evolving Davos
As the World Economic Forum adapts to shifting power hubs, AI-driven agendas, and geopolitical complexity, Weber Advisory’s Global Senior Advisor Ryan Heath offers essential insights for executives seeking to make their mark at Davos 2026.
From Dialogue to Decisive Action
Larry Khumalo-MacArthur, Managing Director for Weber Shandwick Africa, highlighted a critical shift at Davos. The welcome increase in leaders from the Global South, particularly from African nations, underscores a move beyond discussion to decisive action. This new emphasis is on setting measurable goals and ensuring accountability for creating real-world impact, with Africa’s representation central to this evolution.
Davos Archive
Take a look back at the highlights from our prior years at Davos. For years, our experts have been on the ground helping to shape and understand the dialogues that define the global agenda. Dive into our collection of thought leadership to see how the most pressing issues in business and society have evolved.
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