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FOCS New York VOL III - Regenerative Futures

September 19, 1:30 pm to 6:00 pm

Join our exclusive gathering uniting 75 outstanding pioneers to co-create regenerative futures.

In Midtown, Manhattan

Midtown, Manhattan - location to be announced upon signup 

A Day of Collaborative Action

We bring together thought leaders, investors and solution providers.

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FOCS VOL. III – New York

Founding Assembly of the Global Regenerative Innovation Alliance (GRIA)


On September 19, 2025, during Climate Week NYC, the Future of Climate Summit (FOCS) returns for its third edition — and this year, it will be unlike any before.


FOCS VOL. III will host the Founding Assembly of the Global Regenerative Innovation Alliance (GRIA) — a historic moment where leaders, innovators, investors, and changemakers will come together to co-create the Manifesto for Regenerative Futures and establish a global alliance built to last.

This is more than a summit. It is the birth of a movement.


Why Join the Founding Assembly?

The world is at a tipping point. Climate disruption, biodiversity loss, accelerating AI, geopolitical tensions, and democratic fragility are converging. At such a moment, we cannot afford siloed conversations or one-off events.


By joining the Founding Assembly, you will:


  • Shape history by co-signing the Manifesto for Regenerative Futures
  • Become part of the Founding Circle of GRIA, a trusted alliance for regeneration
  • Connect with a curated group of 75 leaders and pioneers from around the world
  • Contribute to Lighthouse Projects — tangible solutions in energy, cities, food, water, AI, and governance
  • Secure your place in a continuous global journey that extends to Tokyo, Berlin, Davos and more to come
     

Why GRIA? Why Now?


Among hundreds of climate and sustainability initiatives, GRIA stands apart:


  • Led by PDIE Group, the No. 1 nominator for the Earthshot Prize, the world’s most prestigious climate award
  • Powered by one of the strongest global networks of innovators, corporates, investors, philanthropists, and governments
  • Built on a proven track record of scaling frontier solutions into real-world impact
     

This is your chance to not only witness but actively shape the future.


✍️ Limited to 75 Founding Members

FOCS VOL. III is intentionally intimate — only 75 seats are available to ensure real dialogue, trust-building, and co-creation.


Will you be one of the first signatories to the Manifesto for Regenerative Futures?

Sign Up

Event Details


Date: September 19, 2025
Time: 1:30 – 6:00 + networking
Location: Midtown Manhattan, New York City


✨ Be part of history.
On September 19, the Future of Climate Summit VOL. III will mark the beginning of a movement that cherishes life, regenerates our planet, and shapes the future of humanity.

Sign Up

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The FOCS event video from 2024

It was a wonderful full day with engaging discussions. Check out our video below and subscribe to our YouTube Channel. 

FOCS Speakers 2024

Luke Haverhals

Keynote: Marjorie Margolies

Keynote: Marjorie Margolies

NFW, CEO and Founder

 Earthshot Prize Nominee 

Keynote: Marjorie Margolies

Keynote: Marjorie Margolies

Keynote: Marjorie Margolies

Former Congress Member, WCI President, University of Pennsylvania Professor, Journalist

Stephan Nicoleau

Keynote: Marjorie Margolies

Stephan Nicoleau

Managing Partner, Fullcycle

Ted Schmitt

Keynote: Dr. Heather LaMarre

Stephan Nicoleau

Allen Institute for AI - AI2, Senior Director

Keynote: Dr. Heather LaMarre

Keynote: Dr. Heather LaMarre

Keynote: Dr. Heather LaMarre

Social and Behavioral Scientist, Professor, Author, Speaker, Executive Advisor

Lucas Evans

Keynote: Dr. Heather LaMarre

Keynote: Dr. Heather LaMarre

E3 Agriculture, CEO/Founder, Earthshot Nominee 

Host: Christian Schmitz

Co Host: Berthold Baurek-Karlic

Co Host: Berthold Baurek-Karlic

PDIE Group, CEO/Founder, 

Earthshot Nominator

Co Host: Berthold Baurek-Karlic

Co Host: Berthold Baurek-Karlic

Co Host: Berthold Baurek-Karlic

Venionaire Capital, CEO/Founder

Elysabeth Alfano

Co Host: Berthold Baurek-Karlic

Keynote: Chris Luebkeman

 CEO, VegTech™ Invest

Keynote: Chris Luebkeman

Keynote: Chris Luebkeman

Keynote: Chris Luebkeman

ETH Zürich, Office of the President

Head of Strategic Foresight Hub

Gemma Corrigan

Keynote: Chris Luebkeman

Gemma Corrigan

Federated Hermes, Investor 

Nate Salpeter

Keynote: Chris Luebkeman

Gemma Corrigan

Co-Founder, Sweet Farm

Meaghan Brosnan

Keynote: Chavalit Frederick Tsao

Masatoshi Funabashi

Wild Aid Marine, Senior Director

Earthshot Winner 2023

Masatoshi Funabashi

Keynote: Chavalit Frederick Tsao

Masatoshi Funabashi

Sony CSL, Senior Director, SynEco, Founder

Keynote: Chavalit Frederick Tsao

Keynote: Chavalit Frederick Tsao

Keynote: Chavalit Frederick Tsao

Chairman, TPC (Tsao Pao Chi) 

Dr. Greg Scott

Gunnlaugur Erlendsson

Keynote: Chavalit Frederick Tsao

Executive Director, SDG Data Alliance

Nkwi Flores

Gunnlaugur Erlendsson

Gunnlaugur Erlendsson

Indigenous Leader, Advisor to Earthshot Prize Nominee Savimbo 

Gunnlaugur Erlendsson

Gunnlaugur Erlendsson

Gunnlaugur Erlendsson

CEO & Founder, Enso Tyres, Earthshot Prize Finalist 

Dr. Mario Müller

Dr. Mario Müller

Dr. Mario Müller

CTO, Emerald Horizon AG

Adnan Hassan

Dr. Mario Müller

Dr. Mario Müller

Chairman, BIG Ideas Foundation

Maxime Nassour

Dr. Mario Müller

Co Host: Enzo di Taranto

CEO and Co-Founder

Saphi International Holding Corp

Co Host: Enzo di Taranto

Co Host: Enzo di Taranto

Co Host: Enzo di Taranto

President, XZen Technologies Inc

Former Campaign Manager for United Nations Secretary General

Host: Joerg Geier

Co Host: Enzo di Taranto

Host: Joerg Geier

PDIE Group, Partner

Club of Rome member 

Joe MacDonald

Co Host: Enzo di Taranto

Host: Joerg Geier

Principal, Chief Energy and Sustainability Officer, Urban A & O 

Valentino Vettori

Valentino Vettori

Valentino Vettori

Founder, Arcadia Earth 

Benjamin Von Wong

Valentino Vettori

Valentino Vettori

Artist, Guiness World Record Holder

Ashaki Goodwin

Valentino Vettori

FOCuS: Boaz Paldi

Director, Government Relations 

PVBLIC Foundation, 

FOCuS: Boaz Paldi

Dr. Komlanvi Moglo

FOCuS: Boaz Paldi

Chief Creative Officer

United Nations Development Programme

Dr. Komlanvi Moglo

Dr. Komlanvi Moglo

Dr. Komlanvi Moglo

Deputy Head

IDFC Climate Facility

Ingrid Andersson

Dr. Komlanvi Moglo

Dr. Komlanvi Moglo

Senior Associate and Board Member

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