On the 12th October 2026, WIL Europe will gather at the Restaurant du Sénat, within the prestigious Palais du Luxembourg for a special WIL Afterwork, featuring a conversation with Yoann Iacono, author of Les Frondeuses, the story of the first newspaper created and led by women.

Through his novel, Yoann Iacono brings to life the story of the pioneering women behind La Fronde, the first newspaper created, written, and led entirely by women. The discussion will explore how these women challenged the conventions of their time and fought for a place in public and political life — a story that continues to resonate today.

The conversation will be followed by a networking cocktail and book signing, offering out network the opportunity to continue the exchanges and enjoy a great evening of conversations.


This event is open to our Members, Talents and Fellows who are based in Paris, or nearby on that date. 

For WTP11 only

What does it really mean to have executive presence, and why is it so important for leaders today?

In an increasingly demanding and fast-moving business environment, leaders are expected not only to deliver results, but also to inspire confidence, influence others and communicate with clarity and composure. So how can you develop a presence that builds trust, engages others and prepares you for greater responsibility, while staying true to yourself?

Drawing on more than three decades of leadership experience in global companies including Microsoft, IBM, Rexel and AT&T, Nathalie Wright, Non-Executive Board Member of Keolis, Quadient and Amundi, and former Chief Sustainability and Digital Officer, will share her insights on how to develop and strengthen executive presence at senior levels. With extensive experience in corporate governance, strategic transformation and international leadership, she will reflect on how leaders can communicate with purpose, build credibility and lead with greater impact.

A key moment for the WIL community is coming to Madrid and this year’s Gathering comes at a decisive moment for Europe’s future!

Our forthcoming WIL Europe Annual Gathering in Madrid on 6 November 2026 promises to be a standout moment for the WIL community. Held at the iconic Círculo de Bellas Artes, one of Spain’s most renowned cultural landmarks and a historic centre for ideas and debate, the Gathering will offer a powerful setting for this exclusive convening of WIL Members, leaders and invited guests.

Expect high-level discussions with Europe’s most influential voices, offering a unique opportunity to listen to and engage with senior leaders from across the continent around the theme The Future of Work. 

And the conversations will start even before the main programme! On the evening of 5 November, we’ll be bringing participants together for an networking cocktail — an opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new ones, and kick off the Gathering together. The cocktail is expected to take place between 19:00 and 22:00, with exact timings to be confirmed.

Together, we’ll explore how technology and AI are transforming jobs and skills, while also looking at how geopolitics, energy transitions, and governance are reshaping labour markets, organisations, and leadership across Europe and beyond.

Places are limited.