The Enterprise World has announced the rebranding of its flagship leadership event, previously known as The Global Icons of Impact (TGII), as NEXT Conclave 2026. The new identity marks the next phase of an event platform that has already completed two editions across Dubai and Singapore.
The TGII Journey Takes on a New Identity
The Global Icons of Impact was introduced as a leadership and recognition platform that brought together business leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, and industry experts. Its Dubai edition in 2025 featured keynote sessions, panel discussions, fireside conversations, networking opportunities, and an awards ceremony celebrating individuals and organizations making an impact across industries.
The platform continued its journey with the Singapore edition in June 2026. Held at Grand Copthorne Waterfront, Singapore, the event brought together CEOs, founders, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, innovators, consultants, and senior executives from more than 30 countries for leadership conversations, networking, and recognition.
With NEXT Conclave, The Enterprise World is expanding the original concept beyond a primarily recognition-led format. The new two-day platform will bring together thought leadership, strategic networking, business interaction, recognition, and media visibility as interconnected parts of the event experience.
A Broader Leadership Platform
The name NEXT reflects the platform’s broader focus on what leaders can shape going forward. Rather than looking only at achievements already made, the Conclave is designed around conversations about emerging opportunities, changing markets, technology, leadership, and the future of business.
The transition builds on the foundation established through the two editions of The Global Icons of Impact while giving the event a wider scope. Recognition remains part of the experience, alongside opportunities for leaders to exchange ideas, develop strategic connections, explore business opportunities, and engage in conversations around the issues shaping the business world.
NEXT Conclave 2026 Set to Take Place in Dubai
The upcoming NEXT Conclave 2026 is scheduled for October 31 and November 1, 2026, at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel, Dubai, UAE. The event will bring together CEOs, founders, investors, policymakers, innovators, and industry experts through a curated participation model.
The agenda will cover themes including Leadership Beyond Borders, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Sustainability, Healthcare, Women Leadership, Future Enterprises, Global Collaboration, and Entrepreneurship.
The format will include keynote and thought leadership sessions, panel discussions, fireside conversations, curated networking, recognition, and media opportunities. These elements will give participating leaders opportunities to exchange perspectives, explore emerging business issues, build professional connections, and gain wider visibility.
A New Chapter for the Leadership Platform
The transition from The Global Icons of Impact to NEXT Conclave represents an expansion of the event’s scope and format. While recognition remains part of the experience, the new identity creates greater room for business conversations, strategic connections, learning, and collaboration.
With the launch of NEXT Conclave 2026, The Enterprise World is taking the event into its next chapter—one focused not only on recognizing what leaders have achieved, but also on the opportunities, ideas, and partnerships that can shape what comes next.
