Education is one of the most powerful drivers for economic development and social progress. Yet, across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), the region faces a severe education crisis and struggles with poor and even worsening learning outcomes. The recent London Business School Latin America Business Forum, organised by Latin America Club and Brazil Club…
Attending the 25th Anniversary of the annual student-led EQUALL Conference at London Business School, “Lift as You Lead” organised by the LBS Women in Business Club, was both inspiring and thought-provoking. As someone passionate about the intersection of finance, policy, and impact, I was eager to hear from leaders who have navigated these traditionally male-dominated…
At a recent student-led discussion at London Business School, the LBS Healthcare Club, in collaboration with Women in Business and the Entrepreneurship Club, had the privilege of engaging with the founder and CEO of Praava Health, one of the fastest-growing healthcare providers in South Asia. The conversation was moderated by Ruwani Hettiarachchi, LBS Sloan Fellow…
Hosted by London Business School’s Africa Business Club and supported by the Wheeler Institute, the 22nd Africa Business Summit focussed on “Africa on the Move: A 2030 Plan Towards Sustainable Business Policies.” It aimed to explore Africa’s readiness to achieve critical 2030 goals, particularly around infrastructural investment, financial access and reform, health sector opportunities, and…
This year, the Geopolitics and Business Club at London Business School hosted their first conference, “World in Flux: Geopolitical Uncertainty and the Future of Business’, supported by the Wheeler Institute. Among its highlights was a Fireside Chat on “Macro-Economics: Rise of the Global South,” with David Lubin (former Head of Emerging Markets Economics at Citi…
The 2024 LBS Social Impact Club Conference concluded with a keynote on leveraging technology for social impact. Radha Basu (Founder and CEO of iMerit and co-founder of Anudip Foundation) shared her journey as a pioneer in the Indian software industry and a tech entrepreneur dedicated to addressing youth unemployment. Through iMerit and Anudip, Radha has…
Where is the African ‘land of opportunity’ and how can businesses have an impact? ‘Our ambition is to become the number one black community for business school students across Europe,’ opened Ezzy Ndujiuba (Co-President of the Black in Business Club and MBA2024 at London Business School), as she welcomed guests to the inaugural LBS Black…
The Women in Business Club at London Business School hosted the 24th annual EQUALL conference, ‘A Seat at Every Table’. The conference brought together leaders and allies from various sectors to share insights into the unique challenges and opportunities women face. The conference aimed to inspire and provide practical strategies, featuring a range of keynotes…
The Wheeler Institute is inspired by the purpose and passion of our students, who are focused on applying innovative thinking in the area of business for development. We seek collaborations with student clubs that aim to reshape the way we think about business. The initiatives that we support allow students to apply their business skills…
The Wheeler Institute is inspired by the purpose and passion of our students, who are focused on applying innovative thinking in the area of business for development. We seek collaborations with student clubs that aim to reshape the way we think about business. The initiatives that we support allow students to apply their business skills…
