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David Bach

President of IMD, Professor of Strategy and Political Economy

'Europe and the New World Order: A Case for Optimism'

David Bach works at the intersection of business, government, and global markets, helping senior executives and policymakers understand how geopolitics reshapes strategy and leadership - and what to do about it. In this keynote, Bach argues that the scarcest commodity right now is optimism, not critical minerals or capital.

Grounded in values-based realism, he argues that Europe has the talent, companies, and resources to lead - provided it starts believing in itself.
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01. GEOPOLITICS AS A STRATEGIC FACTOR
 

Geopolitical risk is no longer background noise. It is shaping supply chains, capital flows, technology access, and market opportunities. David Bach explains how political decisions translate into real business consequences and how leaders can prepare for structural, not temporary, shifts.

02. POWER SHIFTS & GLOBAL COMPETITION

The balance of power is evolving. Between nations. Between regions. Between state and market. Bach offers a clear framework for understanding these shifts and what they mean for competitiveness, growth, and resilience in a fragmented world economy.
03. LEADERSHIP IN A FRACTURED WORLD
 

In uncertain times, leadership requires more than operational excellence. It requires judgment. Perspective. And the ability to navigate complexity without oversimplifying it. David Bach equips executives with the mindset needed to lead confidently when the rules of the game are changing.

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What to learn from David Bach

'Europe and the New World Order: A Case for Optimism'


  • How geopolitical shifts directly impact corporate strategy and long-term competitiveness.
  • What global power transitions mean for markets, regulation, and economic policy.
  • How to lead with clarity and confidence in an increasingly complex world order.
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