Chairman’s Reception

Boardroom Dialogue: Leading Through Uncertainty

Hosted by Infosys & Economist Impact | January 20th, 2026 | 18:00 CET

Economic volatility, geopolitical fragmentation and climate transitions are rattling the foundations of growth. At the same time, artificial intelligence and digital transformation are rewriting how value is created and distributed.

For business and government leaders alike, the challenge is no longer just how to respond to disruption, but how to sustain growth and build trust even when the playing field is constantly changing.

What risks and opportunities will define the business landscape in 2026 and beyond? How should leaders prioritise investment to drive growth and innovation while managing geopolitical and technological risk at the same time? Where do climate transitions and sustainability imperatives intersect with resilience goals and business value?

Join Infosys and Economist Impact at Davos, for an exclusive, invite-only panel discussion and reception. Bringing together global leaders, this session will explore what it takes to lead effectively in a world being reshaped in real time.

Discussion points include:

• How are leaders reassessing risk and resilience amid shifting global power dynamics?
• What role should business play in rebuilding trust and cooperation across borders?
• Where does AI—and technological disruption more broadly—fit into corporate strategy?
• What qualities will define effective board leadership in an age of fragmentation and rapid change?

Moderator

Rachana Shanbhogue
Business Affairs Editor, The Economist

Speakers

Nandan Nilekani
Co-Founder and Chairman of the Board, Infosys