London, United Kingdom: The Global Brand and Leadership Conclave 2026, hosted at the iconic House of Lords, British Parliament, London, brought together an exceptional gathering of global business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry pioneers to celebrate excellence in leadership, innovation, and business transformation. Organised by The Brand Story, with Klay Group as the Title Sponsor and Ernst & Young LLP (EY) serving as the Official Process Advisor, the conclave provided a distinguished platform for recognising organisations and leaders shaping the future of global business.
Held under the theme, “Leading the Future: Vision, Innovation, and Global Impact,” the conclave celebrated organisations and individuals that continue to redefine industries through innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, and purpose-driven leadership while fostering meaningful dialogue on the opportunities shaping the next era of global growth.
The prestigious event was graced by eminent dignitaries, including:
- Hon. Paul Scully, Former UK MP (Sutton & Cheam) and Former Minister for London Tech & Digital Economy
- Shri K.C. Tyagi, Former Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha & Rajya Sabha) and Veteran Socialist Leader, Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD)
- Lord Rami Ranger, British Businessman, Philanthropist, and Member of the House of Lords
- Mr. Vinkesh Gulati, Chairman, Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) and Former President, Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), India
- Dr. Teerakiat Jareonsettasin, Former Minister of Education, Thailand; President, Thai-Bharat Cultural Lodge Association
- Mr. Virendra Kumar Sharma, British-Indian Labour Party Politician and Former Member of Parliament for Ealing Southall
The conclave also witnessed the participation of distinguished business leaders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts, diplomats, and corporate decision-makers from across the world.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Siddhesh Pathre, Managing Partner, The Brand Story, who welcomed the distinguished guests, delegates, and award recipients. Addressing the gathering, he said:
“The Global Brand and Leadership Conclave is a celebration of visionary leadership, innovation, and excellence. It is a privilege to bring together remarkable individuals and organisations that are shaping industries across the world, creating meaningful impact, and inspiring future generations through their achievements.”
The programme featured keynote addresses by the Chief Guests and Guests of Honour, engaging discussions on leadership, innovation, artificial intelligence, sustainability, entrepreneurship, and global collaboration. The event also included the ceremonial felicitation of distinguished dignitaries, the launch of the Collector’s Edition Coffee Table Book, exclusive networking opportunities, and a prestigious recognition ceremony honouring outstanding brands and business leaders across diverse sectors.
Global Brand Recognition
Global Most Trusted Brand
- Niva Bupa
- Mana Projects
- Hexaware Technologies
- Luminous
- VIDA Powered by Hero MotoCorp
- Country Delight
Global Rising Star Brand
- Rose Merc Limited (Jury Selection)
- Cyble (Jury Selection)
- Gresbond by Kajaria
- Ai+ Smartphone
- Stepcare
- AAGHAAZ Indian Artisan Single Malt Whisky (Jury Selection)
- Navi Mumbai Premier League
- FabriCare by D’Decor
- Biz-Insights IT Solutions (Jury Selection)
Global Leading Brand
- Klay Group
- Mana Projects
- KRBL
- GREW Solar (Jury Selection)
- GUS Education India LLP
Global Iconic Brand
- India Gate
- Tata AutoComp Systems Limited
- National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE)
Global Most Admirable Brand
- Joby Joseph Interior Designs
- Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR Airport)
Global Social Impact Brand
- Tata AutoComp Systems Limited
- ALIMCO
- FutureSkills Prime – A MeitY–NASSCOM Digital Skilling Initiative
Global Greatest Workplace
- KPT Pipes
Global Leadership Recognition
Global Her Power Award
- Sunila Awasthi, Co-Managing Partner, Lex Jurists
- Yogita Tulsiani, Director & Co-founder, iXceed Solutions
Global Young Leader – 40 Under 40
- Beenu Arora, Co-Founder & CEO, Cyble
- Vandana M. Jagwani, Creative Director, Mahesh Notandass and Founder & Partner, Vandals
- Aryan Agarwal, Vice President, Super Smelters Limited
Global Leader of the Year
- Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director, Shree Cement Limited
- Nitesh Bansal, CEO & Managing Director, R Systems International Ltd.
- Acharya Bhavinbhai Kiranbhai Pandya, Founder, Duttashray Ashram (Jury Selection)
Global Most Inspirational Leader
- Kalpesh Khakhria, Group Chairman, Klay Group
- Madhav Sheth, Founder, Nxt Quantum Shift Technologies & CEO, Ai+ Smartphone
- Rajinder Singh, Founder & Managing Partner, Lex Jurists
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Abhay Kaushik, Founder, Director & Editor-in-Chief, The Brand Story, said:
“The Global Brand and Leadership Conclave 2026 was conceived as a platform to recognise organisations and leaders who are shaping the future through innovation, resilience, and purpose-driven leadership. Bringing together such an inspiring gathering at the historic House of Lords was a proud milestone for The Brand Story. The remarkable achievements of this year’s honourees continue to set new benchmarks for business excellence, global competitiveness, and sustainable growth.”
The conclave reaffirmed the importance of visionary leadership, innovation, and cross-border collaboration in shaping the future of business and society. By bringing together influential voices from government, industry, entrepreneurship, and academia, the platform encouraged meaningful dialogue, knowledge exchange, and strategic partnerships that will contribute to the evolving global economy.
Building on the success of its international editions, The Brand Story will next host the Indian Brand & Leadership Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, followed by the Asian Brand & Leadership Conclave 2026 in Bangkok, continuing its mission of recognising excellence and creating world-class platforms that celebrate visionary brands and transformational leaders.
About The Brand Story
The Brand Story is one of India’s leading media and events platforms dedicated to building powerful narratives for brands and business leaders through strategic storytelling, media visibility, leadership forums, and high-impact business events. Over the years, it has successfully organised prestigious conclaves across India and internationally, bringing together influential policymakers, corporate leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators to celebrate excellence and inspire meaningful business dialogue.
For more information, visit https://thebrandstory.co.in.
