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International Economic Forum of the Americas The International Economic Forum of the Americas, founded in 1994, is committed to enhance knowledge and awareness on key economic issues of our times.

What a way to close the Conference of Paris!Today we ended our gathering on a high note with the International Economic ...
12/17/2025

What a way to close the Conference of Paris!

Today we ended our gathering on a high note with the International Economic Forum of the Americas formalizing a strategic partnership with Choose Paris Region, right here, in front of our community of leaders, innovators, and changemakers.

Baptiste Orlandini (CEO, Choose Paris Region), Nicholas Rémillard (CEO, IEFA), and Cédric Muller (VP of Business Relations & Head of Europe, IEFA) came together to sign an agreement that strengthens the bridge between the North American economic ecosystem and the Paris region.

This partnership brings our shared mission to life: fostering international exchange, creating opportunities for innovation, and building connections that matter.

In uncertain times, we choose certainty in our partnerships, in our shared values, and in our collective future.

Thank you to everyone who made the Conference of Paris unforgettable. See you at the next one !

As the Conference of Paris 2025 reaches its conclusion, Edoardo Goldstein, Executive Director of the Conference of Paris...
12/17/2025

As the Conference of Paris 2025 reaches its conclusion, Edoardo Goldstein, Executive Director of the Conference of Paris, reflected on two exceptional days of dynamic dialogue, forward-looking ideas, and global engagement at the highest level.

This year’s edition convened an extraordinary community of leaders and innovators, from government, business, finance, academia, and civil society, uniting in Paris to examine the forces shaping a new global era. From breakthrough technologies and energy transition to geopolitical realignments and sustainable development, the conversations held here set the stage for ambitious action and strategic cooperation worldwide.

We extend our deepest appreciation to all our speakers, partners, and participants for their remarkable contribution to this year’s program. Your insights, enthusiasm, and commitment to progress drive the mission of the Conference of Paris forward year after year.

Thank you for being part of this inspiring exchange. We look forward to advancing these crucial conversations together at our next edition in 2026.

🎥 Stay engaged on IEFA TV for full sessions, exclusive insights, and continued dialogue with global leaders.

This afternoon at the Conference of Paris 2025, leaders came together to challenge conventional thinking and explore gro...
12/17/2025

This afternoon at the Conference of Paris 2025, leaders came together to challenge conventional thinking and explore groundbreaking strategies shaping the next era of global innovation and resilience.

FROM CRITICAL MINERALS TO GLOBAL RESILIENCE

Mike Henry, CEO, BHP
Charlotte Reed, Principal Correspondent, France and Spain, CNBC
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TOWARD A DIVERSE ENERGY FUTURE

This session explores how governments and businesses can advance a diverse, sustainable energy future while leveraging technologies like smart grids and energy storage to ensure resilience, reliability, and equity.

Håkan Agnevall, President & CEO, Wärtsilä
Philippe Kehren, CEO, Solvay
Helima Croft, Managing Director & Global Head of Commodity Strategy, RBC Capital Markets
Tim Houston, Premier, Government of Nova Scotia
Florence Colombo-Fouquet, Vice-Présidente ESG Groupe, ENGIE
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BOARDROOM GEOPOLITICS: NAVIGATING RISK, POWER, AND PROFIT

This session examines how business leaders can navigate geopolitical risks, fragmented markets, and regulatory challenges while safeguarding growth, resilience, and strategic autonomy.

Helima Croft, Managing Director & Global Head of Commodity Strategy, RBC Capital Markets
José Luis Manzano, Founder & CEO, Integra Capital

Were you part of this afternoon’s discussions? Which subject captured your attention the most?

🎥 Watch it live on IEFA TV — our YouTube channel.
Conference of Paris 2025

Thriving in the Unpredictable | OECD Headquarters, Paris, France 📍

At 2 PM, in the participant lounge at Conference of Paris, we had the privilege of attending a fireside chat between Mr....
12/17/2025

At 2 PM, in the participant lounge at Conference of Paris, we had the privilege of attending a fireside chat between Mr. Guido Retter, CEO of RETTER Group, and Ms. Lorraine Goumot, Financial Journalist and Founder of R³ Media Group.

Mr. Retter shared about his company’s inspiring journey from a small Romanian company founded in 2006 to one of the country's leading infrastructure builders, driven by long-term vision, innovation, and strong partnerships.

Key takeaways:
-Innovation & sustainability are at the core of Retter's projects, with a clear focus on reducing construction's environmental footprint
-European collaboration and EU integration have been decisive in scaling expertise and meeting the highest standards
-Infrastructure as resilience: beyond economic growth, Retter sees infrastructure as a pillar of Europe's security and a future contributor to Ukraine's reconstruction

Were you able to attend? What were your key takeaways?

Luncheon – Day Two. Conference of Paris 2025.Discover how global leaders network, exchange ideas, and gain insights from...
12/17/2025

Luncheon – Day Two. Conference of Paris 2025.

Discover how global leaders network, exchange ideas, and gain insights from the strategies shaping the global economy of tomorrow.

This exclusive gathering brings together decision-makers who are driving innovation, transforming industries, and shaping the future of business worldwide.

Speakers included:

Paul Hudson, CEO, Sanofi
Bernard Spitz, Founder and CEO, BSC
Shelley Carroll, ICD.D Carroll, City Councillor and Mayor’s Economic Development and Culture Champion, City of Toronto

Private Event - On Invitation-Only

Conference of Paris 2025

Thriving in the Unpredictable | OECD Headquarters, Paris, France 📍

Afternoon sessions at the Conference of Paris 2025 brought together experts to share insights and solutions for the chal...
12/16/2025

Afternoon sessions at the Conference of Paris 2025 brought together experts to share insights and solutions for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

What’s next for global markets?

POSITIONING FOR THE LONG GAME: CAPITALIZING ON LONGEVITY AND NEW MARKET REALITIES

Dominique Senequier, Founder and CEO, Ardian
Francine Lacqua, Anchor and Editor-at-Large, Bloomberg Television
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SHAPING TOMORROW'S ASSET MANAGEMENT – TECH, SCALE, SPECIALIZATION

This session explores how the asset management industry is transforming through deregulation, AI advancements, and the growth of private markets, highlighting the role of scale, specialization, and technology in defining success.

David Breach, President & COO, Vista Equity Partners
Joseph Pinto, CEO, M&G Investments
Xavier Meyer, CEO Investments, Aberdeen
Jean-Pierre Raby, Partner and Chief Client and Business Development Officer, Astorg

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NAVIGATING GLOBAL MARKETS IN A CHANGING WORLD
Ken Griffin, Founder & CEO, Citadel
Dani Burger, Anchor, Bloomberg TV

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RETHINKING RETURNS – THE NEXT ERA OF INVESTING

Amid shifting economic dynamics, rising interest rates, and growing demands for financial inclusivity, this session examines how private capital, democratized investing, and adaptive strategies can secure long-term returns and expand prosperity.

Kourtney Gibson, CEO, Retirement Solutions, TIAA
Alisa Mall, Chief Investment Officer, DFO Management, LLC
Arash Massoudi, Finance and Markets Editor, Financial Times
Peter L., President & CEO, OPTrust
Peter Stensgaard Mørch, CEO, PensionDenmark

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SHAPING THE FUTURE

Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman & CEO, TotalEnergies
Malcolm Moore, Energy Editor, Financial Times
Andrei Popovici, Economic Advisor to the President of Romania

Experts and industry leaders gathered to exchange insights, discuss emerging opportunities, and explore strategies for navigating today’s complex global markets.

Thriving in the Unpredictable | OECD - OCDE Headquarters, Paris, France 📍
🎥 Watch it live on IEFA TV — our YouTube channel.

Networking Luncheon – Conference of Paris 2025This private, invitation-only luncheon brought together senior global lead...
12/16/2025

Networking Luncheon – Conference of Paris 2025

This private, invitation-only luncheon brought together senior global leaders to explore the intersection of climate finance, energy, and space innovation, fostering high-level dialogue and meaningful connections among decision-makers shaping the global transition.

Speakers included:

Stephen Gilmore, Chief Investment Officer, CalPERS
Jean Schmitt, President and Managing Partner, Jolt Capital
Bruno Le Maire, Minister of Economy, Finance and the Recovery and Industrial and Digital Sovereignty, Government of France

Thriving in the Unpredictable | OECD - OCDE Headquarters, Paris, France 📍

🎥 Watch it live on IEFA TV — our YouTube channel.

*English Version will follow*Nous sommes heureux d’annoncer que l’honorable François-Philippe Champagne, Ministre des Fi...
12/16/2025

*English Version will follow*

Nous sommes heureux d’annoncer que l’honorable François-Philippe Champagne, Ministre des Finances et du Revenu national, Canda, ouvrira la 9e édition de la Conférence de Paris le 16 octobre à 9h15, depuis le siège de l’OCDE.

Sa présence témoigne du rôle unique de la Conférence de Paris :
un espace privilégié où grands acteurs publics et privés se rencontrent, échangent et façonnent les enjeux économiques de demain.

La Conférence de Paris est un événement sur invitation uniquement, réservé à des personnes sélectionnées pour leur expertise et leur adéquation avec les thèmes abordés. Si vous souhaitez vous inscrire: https://www.conferencedeparis.com/ #/tickets?lang=en

🎥 Sinon, regardez-le en direct sur IEFA TV, notre chaîne YouTube.

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Happy Monday!

We are pleased to share that the Honorable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will deliver the opening address at the 9th edition of the Conference of Paris on October 16 at 9:15 a.m., live from the OECD headquarters.

His presence highlights the unique role of the Conference of Paris as
a premier forum where leading public and private decision-makers come together to exchange ideas and shape the economic agenda of tomorrow.

The Paris Conference is an invitation-only event, reserved for individuals selected for their expertise and relevance to the topics covered. If you would like to register: https://www.conferencedeparis.com/ #/tickets?lang=en.

🎥 Alternatively, watch it live on IEFA TV, our YouTube channel.

We are delighted to announce that Mr. Philippe Bourbeau, professor and co-director of the International Institute for Ec...
12/14/2025

We are delighted to announce that Mr. Philippe Bourbeau, professor and co-director of the International Institute for Economic Diplomacy at HEC Montréal, will moderate the panel “Defense, Autonomy, and Innovation: Financing Strategic Resilience” at the Conference of Paris.

Why is this session essential? Here is his perspective:

"This panel focuses on resilience, defence and innovation. The international liberal order that shaped relations among countries and institutions for the past several decades has all but disappeared. It is as if we now find ourselves suddenly awakened to the realities of geopolitics, defense thinking, and economic security. Economic security itself spans several dimensions—physical, cyber, and national. When we add the accelerating influence and ubiquity of artificial intelligence, the question becomes: how do you navigate this new global security landscape? This panel will offer stimulating thoughts and insights into this timely and highly relevant question.''

Don’t miss it !

📍 OECD Headquarters, Paris — France
📅 December 17th, 2025. 11:30 AM.
🔗 https://www.conferencedeparis.com/ #/tickets?lang=en

We are delighted to announce that Ms. Charlotte Reed will moderate the panel “From Critical Minerals to Global Resilienc...
12/13/2025

We are delighted to announce that Ms. Charlotte Reed will moderate the panel “From Critical Minerals to Global Resilience” with Mike Henry, CEO of BHP, at the Conference of Paris.

Why is this session essential? Here is her perspective:

"The mining industry finds itself at the intersection of all of today’s key challenges: energy transition and sustainability, digitalization and AI, geopolitics and supply chain. The need for critical minerals has never been so great, and the battle to access them is only beginning. Mike Henry, who leads the largest mining group in the world by market capitalization, will help us understand how the industry is navigating this complex environment and preparing for the future.''

Don’t miss it !
📍 OECD Headquarters, Paris — France
📅 December 17th, 2025. 14:30-15:00 PM.
🔗 https://www.conferencedeparis.com/ #/tickets?lang=en

🎶 Conference de Paris 2025 – Cultural Program 🎶Experience the enchanting piano of Thomas Duvigneau and the soulful jazz ...
12/11/2025

🎶 Conference de Paris 2025 – Cultural Program 🎶

Experience the enchanting piano of Thomas Duvigneau and the soulful jazz rhythms of Whisper Note. Enjoy unforgettable live performances that add a touch of art and inspiration to your conference experience.

Schedule:

🎹 First Day – Wednesday, Dec 17, 2025
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Thomas Duvigneau – Pianist
5:45 PM – 7:00 PM: Whisper Note: Le Trio de Jazz

🎷 Second Day – Thursday, Dec 18, 2025
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Whisper Note: Le Trio de Jazz

✨ Don’t miss these enchanting performances , a perfect way to connect, relax, and enjoy the cultural heartbeat of Paris!

As we count down to the 2025 Conference of Paris, we are pleased to highlight Anne-Laure de Chammard, Group Executive Bo...
12/10/2025

As we count down to the 2025 Conference of Paris, we are pleased to highlight Anne-Laure de Chammard, Group Executive Board Member at Siemens Energy, who will share her insights during the session INNOVATE, OPTIMIZE, THRIVE: STRATEGIES FOR LASTING COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE.

She leads Siemens Energy’s Transformation of Industry global Business Division and oversees the company’s operations across Europe and the Asia–Pacific region. She brings extensive international expertise in industrial transformation, energy services, strategy, innovation, and research and technology.

Siemens Energy is a global leader in energy technology, active in more than 90 countries and providing solutions across the entire energy landscape. The company plays a vital role in advancing the transition toward reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy worldwide.

📅 Session: Innovate, Optimize, Thrive
🗓 Day 1 — Tuesday, December 16
⏰ 10:00 – 11:00 (CET)

Explore strategies to drive innovation, optimize operations, and secure a lasting competitive edge in an evolving global landscape.

The Conference of Paris is an invitation-only event, reserved for individuals selected for their expertise and alignment with its themes. If you wish to apply: https://www.conferencedeparis.com/ #/tickets?lang=en .

🎥 Watch it live on IEFA TV — our YouTube channel.

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