EXECUTIVE HORIZONS 2026
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 | Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ | Amsterdam, The Netherlands

As geopolitical landscapes shift, AI brings both benefits and risks and quantum computing emerges as the next technological leap, resilience has become essential for progress - both for individuals and institutions.
At Executive Horizons 2026, internationally renowned speakers will explore the concept of resilience, and how it can evolve from a defensive strength into an essential ingredient for enduring success.
To mark Eurofiber’s 25th anniversary, we are hosting an exclusive, invitation-only gathering for international leaders from business, government, and academia. The evening will offer a unique, multidimensional perspective on strategic and digital resilience.
Secure your place at Executive Horizons 2026, register now.
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Speakers

Sir Alex Younger
former Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service, MI6
On resilience and global security
Sir Alex Younger is the former Chief of the British Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), serving from 2014 to 2020. With nearly 30 years in intelligence, he is a leading authority on global security, cyber threats, and geopolitical strategy. Before becoming Chief, he led MI6’s counter-terrorism operations, including security for the London 2012 Olympics. As MI6 modernized under his leadership, he emphasized using technology as an advantage in intelligence work. A graduate of St. Andrews University in economics and computer science, he also served as an officer in the Scots Guards. Today, Sir Alex shares his insights on the intersection of technology, geopolitics, and human behavior—helping audiences understand how the hidden dynamics of intelligence shape our connected world.

Prof. Alain Aspect
Nobel Laureate in Physics
On quantum technology and the fabric of the future, in dialogue with Eric Kuisch (COO, Eurofiber)
Prof. Alain Aspect is a physicist renowned for his groundbreaking experiments on the foundations of quantum mechanics. He is a professor at the Institut d’Optique – Université Paris-Saclay and at the École Polytechnique, as well as a member of the French Académie des Sciences. In 2022, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics, alongside John Clauser and Anton Zeilinger, for their experiments confirming the violation of Bell’s inequalities—a key result in quantum theory. Professor Aspect’s work has profoundly influenced our understanding of quantum entanglement and continues to shape the future of quantum technologies.

Dr. Vivienne Ming
On human potential in the age of artificial intelligence
Dr. Vivienne Ming is a neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and author, dedicated to using science and technology to improve human potential. She is the co-founder and chief scientist of Dionysus Health, applying machine learning and epigenetics to postpartum and perimenopausal depression. She is also co-founder and executive chair of The Human Trust, an independent nonprofit data trust advancing research in human development while protecting individuals’ data. Dr. Ming sits on numerous boards, including neurotech startup Optoceutics, UC Berkeley’s Neurotech Collider Lab, UC San Diego’s Cognitive Science Department, and the Kennedy Family Human Rights Center. She is an honorary professor at University College London’s Global Business School for Health.

Hosted by journalist and author Charles Groenhuijsen
Charles Groenhuijsen is a journalist, author, speaker, and moderator with over fifty years of experience in media and public affairs. He began his career at De Volkskrant and later worked for Dutch public television, including as a U.S. correspondent. He is widely regarded as one of the most insightful and optimistic commentators of our time.
Optimism runs as a thread through all his work. In his bestseller Optimists Rule the World, he highlights how progress, innovation, and human resilience are often underestimated. As a speaker and moderator, he brings complex global issues to life with personal stories and insight. He speaks with warmth, humor, and curiosity about a world that’s changing faster than ever—yet in which human connection and storytelling remain essential.
Register now and join us
For an evening that brings together global thinkers, visionary leaders, and valuable insights at a moment when resilience is more vital than ever. Executive Horizons 2026 offers a rare opportunity to deepen your strategic perspective and connect with peers shaping the future across industries and borders.
- Gain exclusive insights from internationally renowned speakers on resilience, AI, and quantum technology.
- Engage with top leaders from business, government, and academia in an invitation-only environment.
- Experience a unique 25th-anniversary program that blends strategic vision with practical perspectives on digital and organizational resilience.
