An event hosted by the Institute of Directors will see leading voices debate how the Isle of Man can secure long-term economic prosperity.
Securing Our Island’s Economic Future: The Road to 2035, will explore a key question: What must we do to ensure our Island is strong and prosperous over the next decade?
The event will be held at the Comis on October 2.
Island’s Economic Future
Panellists for the event are:
- Lord (Daniel) Finkelstein OBE, columnist, broadcaster, and member of the House of Lords
- Simon Collister, Head of Human Understanding, UNLIMITED
- Megan Mathias MBE – Chief Operating Officer, Cabinet Office, Isle of Man Governme
- Hannah Simons, Head of Sustainability, Lloyds Bank Corporate Markets
- John Webster – Chair, Manx Technology Group, and former economic adviser to the Isle of Man Government
Crossroads
Steve Billinghurst, Chair of IoD Isle of Man, said: “The Isle of Man stands at a crossroads. With a General Election in September 2026, a pivotal MONEYVAL review, mounting local challenges such as skills shortages, and an increasingly unpredictable global environment – all with the potential to affect Island businesses – it is essential that we take a long-term view.
“Our event will offer a vital platform to shape the policies and strategies that will define our prosperity for the next generation.
“The panel will consider whether the Island is doing enough to innovate and leverage its strengths while preparing for inevitable disruption. From taxation and regulation to education and connectivity, no area will be off limits for discussion.”
Booking for the event can be made by emailing Rachel McKenna at rachel.mckenna@gov.im or by clicking here.
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