Delhi
November 2024
The Mosaic Forum in Delhi, convened by Chase India under Managing Director, Manash K Neog's leadership, brought together distinguished public affairs professionals. Asian perspectives on European business to the impact of AI on public affairs were central themes. The forum provided a platform for discussing trade routes, international policy developments, and emerging technological landscapes. Featuring prominent speakers from leading corporations and policy institutions, the event offered participants nuanced insights to navigate multinational business environments.
Dubai
May 2024
The third Mosaic Forum was organized by Gratiya Advisory, led by Dr. Tarek Oliveira Shayya. The forum provided valuable insights and a platform for meaningful exchanges about global trends. Key discussions centered around Dubai's strategic role as a hub connecting Africa, Europe, and Asia. Attendees explored economic dynamics, geopolitical risks, and the influence of artificial intelligence on public affairs. The forum featured prominent speakers, including UAE Minister for International Cooperation Reem Al Hashemi, and offered engaging panels on public affairs and corporate communication across diverse cultural divides.
Amsterdam
November 2023
The stormy weather did not prevent participants from 30 different countries coming to the Netherlands. The second Mosaic Forum in Amsterdam focused on dealing with cultural difference in public affairs. With presentations by experts from Huhtamaki, Oracle, and ORS, participants discussed the challenge of overseeing engagement with officials in multiple countries. In an interactive session with Caelesta Braun, Professor of Public Governance and Civil Society at Leiden University, the discussion centered around lobby regulations in different countries and whether the call for transparency had led to a better public debate. The forum also decided to have a session on the impact of artificial intelligence on the work of the public affairs profession at each upcoming forum.
Rome
March 2023
Mosaic was founded in Rome with the adoption of its charter. The founding members discussed how to develop a platform where professionals in international trade relations, communications and public affairs could share insights and learn from each other. It was decided that future forums should provide for in-depths discussions, networking - and fun!