Leadership Across Journeys
From Personal Influence to Sustainable Global Growth
U&M presents Leadership Across Journeys: From Personal Influence to Sustainable Global Growth, a full-day international leadership exchange taking place on September 26, 2026, at La Vela Saigon Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Featuring H.E. Mari Kiviniemi, the 41st Prime Minister of Finland and former OECD Deputy Secretary-General, the event will bring together women leaders, entrepreneurs, corporate executives, investors, academics and emerging professionals for meaningful dialogue, practical learning and international exchange. The morning programme, Her Journey, Her Voice, Her Leadership, explores how personal achievement, resilience and trusted networks can be transformed into broader leadership influence in business and society. The afternoon programme, Leading Through Change, focuses on strategic leadership, competitiveness, stakeholder trust, international partnerships and sustainable growth. The day concludes with the Global Leadership Gala Dinner, creating an exclusive setting for professional connection and international exchange. Participants may register for the morning session, afternoon session or full-day programme. The event will be conducted primarily in English, with Vietnamese interpretation.
1. September 26 – Launch Ceremony and Strategic Partnership Signing
Event Name: GLOBAL BUSINESS AND SOCIETY LEADERSHIP FORUM 2026 – LAUNCH EVENT
Featured Program: Launch Ceremony, Strategic Partnership Signing, and Private Leadership Exchange
Distinguished Guest: H.E. Mari Kiviniemi, 41st Prime Minister of Finland
Date: September 26, 2026
City: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Time: Tentatively 3:00–6:30 PM
Estimated Participants: Approximately 20 persons, by invitation only
Invitees: Confirmed November 22 VIP clients; senior representatives of strategic partners and sponsors; and selected stakeholders
Language: Mainly English, with Vietnamese interpretation
Format: Launch ceremony, partnership signing, moderated private dialogue, participant Q&A, VIP networking, and photographs
Venue: Ho Chi Minh City
2. November 22 – Full-Day Leadership Forum
Overall Event Theme: LEADERSHIP IN BUSINESS AND SOCIETY
Program Subtitle: LEADERSHIP ACROSS JOURNEYS: From Personal Influence to Sustainable Global Growth
Date: November 22, 2026
City: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Time: Tentatively 8:30 AM–9:30 PM
Estimated Participants: Approximately 50–100 persons
Registration Options: Morning session, afternoon session, or full-day program
Language: Mainly English, with Vietnamese interpretation
Format: Keynote sharing, moderated dialogue, interactive leadership sessions, networking, VIP interaction, and gala dinner
Venue: Ho Chi Minh City
3. Proposed Content Directions
September 26 Launch Event
- Official launch of the November 22 Global Business and Society Leadership Forum;
- Strategic partnership announcements and signing ceremony;
- Leadership, stakeholder trust, and international cooperation;
- Strategic partnerships, organizational resilience, and responsible business growth;
- Private exchange among confirmed VIP participants, partner leaders, and sponsors.
November 22 Full-Day Forum
- Women’s leadership, confidence, and personal growth;
- Education, career development, and future leadership;
- Resilient leadership and navigating change;
- Entrepreneurship and business leadership;
- Innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable business growth;
- International business cooperation and cross-cultural leadership;
- Youth development, mentorship, and the next generation of leaders;
- Global perspectives and responsible leadership.
Final content and timing may be adjusted based on guest availability, partner input, operational requirements, and relevant approvals.