What Really Happens in Davos?
What Really Happens in Davos? 24 January 2025 | Collaboration, Conferences, Conversation, Ethics, Government, Leadership, Networking, Question a Day, Strategic Partnerships Question a Day What Really Happens in Davos? Inside the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting The mention of Davos often conjures images of billionaires, world leaders, and celebrities sipping champagne while discussing global inequality in designer snow boots. But beyond the clichés and memes, the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos is a complex and carefully orchestrated event. Let’s dig into what really happens in Davos, Switzerland, when the world’s elite descend on this tiny Alpine town. What is Davos? First, let’s clarify what we’re talking about. "Davos" is shorthand for the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting, held every January in the Swiss ski town of Davos-Klosters. This isn’t your average conference. It’s a gathering of political leaders, business titans, academics, NG...