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WOBI (World Business Forum)

WOBI (World of Business Ideas) is a global business content hub that empowers executives with management insights through events, digital media, and corporate learning. Official materials describe a platform—rooted in the former HSM organization founded in 1988—that connects leaders with world-class thinkers year-round.

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Coming up

World Business Forum Bogotá 2026

Wed, Oct 28 – Thu, Oct 29, 2026

World Business Forum Bogotá 2026

Bogotá

World Business Forum New York 2026

Wed, Nov 4 – Thu, Nov 5, 2026

World Business Forum New York 2026

New York, NY

World Business Forum Sydney 2026

Thu, Nov 5 – Fri, Nov 6, 2026

World Business Forum Sydney 2026

Sydney, NSW

World Business Forum Madrid 2026

Tue, Nov 17 – Wed, Nov 18, 2026

World Business Forum Madrid 2026

Madrid

World Business Forum Milano 2026

Wed, Nov 18 – Thu, Nov 19, 2026

World Business Forum Milano 2026

Milan

Overview

WOBI (World of Business Ideas) is a global business content hub that empowers executives with management insights through events, digital media, and corporate learning. Official materials describe a platform—rooted in the former HSM organization founded in 1988—that connects leaders with world-class thinkers year-round.

Its flagship World Business Forum gathers thousands of senior decision-makers in major cities for two dense days of management ideas, then extends learning through libraries, membership networking, and custom programs.

What they teach

WOBI experiences commonly explore:

  • Leadership, strategy, innovation, and management practice
  • Global economic and organizational challenges for the C-suite
  • Insights from renowned political, business, and intellectual speakers
  • Continuous learning via digital libraries and member events

Wikipedia notes World Business Forum editions across cities such as New York, Milan, Madrid, Mexico City, Bogotá, and Sydney, with historically large senior-executive audiences.

Who it's for

  • Senior executives and decision-makers
  • Organizations seeking inspiration plus practical management ideas
  • Teams wanting curated year-round content beyond a single event
  • Leaders who value peer networking at global scale

How to engage

Explore forums and membership on wobi.com. Choose a World Business Forum city edition or corporate program that matches your leadership agenda.