10 Break-Out Sessions
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The annual “Voices of the Leaders of Tomorrow” (VoLoT) report stands as an indispensable resource for executives aiming to navigate the evolving complexities of global business with strategic foresight. With its innovative approach, the report offers unique insights into the perspectives of the Leaders of Tomorrow, a global group of promising young talent from the St. Gallen Symposium network.
The report “decodes future leadership” by contrasting the perspectives of tomorrow’s leaders with the views of today’s top executives on critical issues of our time. Beyond presenting the findings, the report provides business decision-makers with actionable insights, enabling them to make informed, forward-thinking decisions. The study is conducted by the Nuremberg Institute for Market Decisions (NIM) and the St. Gallen Symposium.
2024 Report
Key Insights on “Confronting Scarcity”
This year’s study juxtaposes the Leaders of Tomorrow’s perspectives on the global challenge of natural resource scarcity with those of today’s senior leaders. It identifies areas of consensus, highlights divergent opinions, and uncovers potential avenues for intergenerational collaboration based on a multifaceted analysis of leaders’ perceptions of the corporate, consumer, and political landscapes.
“Businesses need to take responsibility to make a sustainable business case, and if they realize they don’t have one, they need to review their strategy.“
Jessica Jones (29), Sustainability Manager, Switzerland
“A lot can be destroyed in a short space of time, but it takes time to regain a healthy balance. We need to act now. For the young and future generations.”
Marc Rüdisüli (25), President of Youth Party Organisation, Switzerland
“While tech is important, we also need to be smart about using resources, like recycling and consuming less. Think of it as a two-pronged attack–innovation plus conservation!“
Mathias Charles Yabe (24), Social Entrepreneur, Ghana
“To foster fruitful intergenerational cooperation without quotas, companies can implement mentorship programs, reverse mentoring initiatives where younger employees mentor senior executives on technology or current trends, and collaborative projects that leverage the diverse perspectives of different age groups.”
Victoria Costa Paz (27), Co-founder & CEO Biotech Startup, Argentina
“From my own journey, I’ve learned that true sustainability requires rethinking how we design, produce, and dispose of products. It requires innovation, persistence, and a willingness to invest in the longterm health of our planet.“
Jessica Farda (26), Co-founder and CEO, Switzerland
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54TH ST. GALLEN SYMPOSIUM
Shifting Global Power
7 – 8 May 2025
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