The 236th Global Investment Leaders Summit brought together a diverse circle of decision makers spanning Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and beyond. Over the course of three hours, members exchanged candid updates on regional economies, explored sector-specific opportunities, and engaged in targeted one-to-one meetings.

Highlights included a frank assessment of Europe’s challenges, from Germany’s economic stagnation to Australia’s headwinds, contrasted with the Middle East’s momentum as a rising global hub. Saudi Arabia in particular drew attention, with surging expat inflows, expanding M&A activity, and deepening partnerships across education, healthcare, and fintech.

Company spotlights further underlined the breadth of innovation on display, from AI-driven enterprise solutions and real estate development in South Africa, to sustainable vertical farming and digital livestock trading. Each reflected the club’s ability to surface ventures that balance market traction with long-term strategic relevance.

As always, the value went beyond presentations: the intimate format fostered the kind of cross-border connections and trust-based dialogue that remain the hallmark of the Global Investment Leaders Club.

We express our gratitude to:
 

• Marc Lafluer, CEO of DB8 Labs from Canada, for presenting how they are building the next generation of AI-powered consumer apps designed for hyper-growth and high margins.
  
   
• Gavin McInnes, Managing Director of Compagnie Africaine des Wagons-Lits from South Africa, for presenting Westerhaven Estate, Phase 1, a high-end development in South Africa’s coastal area.
  
   
• Sascha Rohner, CEO of FrugalTec AG from Switzerland, for presenting Greenhouse Vertical Farming Solutions. Revolutionizing Greenhouse farming and setting new standards - by thinking vertically and unlocking the full potential of every square meter - making a significant contribution of the agriculture of tomorrow.
  
   
• Kevin O ‘Connor, CEO of Farm Fayre from Ireland, for presenting about Farm Fayre, which is a world-first digital platform connecting farmers directly with their customers — removing risk, saving time, and transforming how cattle are traded.
  
   
• Florian Grossschmidt, Co-Founder and CEO of xAI Teck from Germany, for presenting about Venture X, which is an intelligent portfolio management platform for corporate investments, which will be of significant interest to both investors and potential clients.
   

Next gathering:

On September 25, 2025, the 237th Healthcare Investors Alliance will convene a focused group of senior family office and institutional investors. This session will place special attention on Middle Eastern opportunities, exploring how capital is flowing across biotech, medtech, medical devices, digital health, and scalable care delivery models.

Learn more and register here: https://gilc.club/events/341