Since we published our conference brochure at the end of July this year, the world financial markets have been turned upside down. With the financial liquidity squeeze crippling even the largest and the strongest financial institutions in the world, it is no wonder that most companies are now focusing entirely on how to survive and continue to grow and prosper in the current climate, which represents, perhaps, the biggest test to the business in the last decade.

Russia has unquestionably been hit hard. Yet life must go on and the focus is now increasingly on how to restructure, cut costs, adjust strategies and most importantly, use the current situation to one’s advantage.

Whilst it is no surprise that regional investment and expansion has been largely put on hold, there is plenty to talk about with regards to regional development in Russia. As a conference organising company, we too have had to adjust to the current market conditions: re-work our agendas, and where we could, adapt programme topics so that they reflect the new reality.

Our regional programme has been updated, and it is still packed with speakers. Most of them have adapted their presentations to the current climate, so you will know from your peers what effect has the economic downturn had on their business and what is being done to tackle it. Do check the current timed agenda and the list of confirmed speakers.