Headline Partner

Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services.

Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world.

Bank of America offers industry-leading support to approximately 3 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and approximately 35 countries.

Bank of America Corporation stock (NYSE: BAC) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

Official Destination Partner

Canada is a place defined as much by its people as by its landscapes, where vast wilderness sits alongside vibrant cities, and where culture is shaped by the many communities that call this country home. Travelers are invited into these spaces to experience Canada as it is lived: meeting the people behind the stories, discovering places shaped by nature, and engaging with traditions and perspectives that define the country today. Travel here is more than exploration, it is a way to connect with place, support communities and experience Canada with depth and authenticity. Canada, Naturally.

Champagne Partner

Champagne Louis Roederer are renowned for their commitment to sustainability, the extraordinary quality of their wines, and their pioneering and innovative farming and winemaking. This has resulted in them being awarded The World's Most Admired Champagne Brand for the last 6 years in a row. Though one of the smallest Grand Marques, Louis Roederer are the largest farmers of organic and biodynamics in the region. 

7th generation family owned, Louis Roederer own 245 hectares of vineyards located exclusively in Grands and Premiers Crus villages, an anomaly in a region dominated by small growers from whom most houses purchase grapes. They are self-sufficient for 100% of their vintage production and approximately 70% of their multi-vintage production. Working hand in hand with nature, respecting terroir and the pursuit of excellence underpins everything they do.

Festival Partner

BACQD champions UK enterprise by preparing ambitious businesses for investment and growth. We raise profiles, craft powerful presentations, and connect founders with qualified investors eager to back innovation. Our mission is to help businesses thrive, boost the economy, and deliver lasting success stories.

Festival Partner

Since 1931, Clinique La Prairie has been developing a deep understanding of the secrets of longevity and vitality. The world-leading institution based in Switzerland provides a holistic experience combining scientific innovation and engagement, enabling its guests to live better, healthier and longer.

Festival Partner

Grove Gallery is a leading contemporary art gallery specialising in blue-chip icons and emerging talents. Renowned for curating exceptional exhibitions and exclusive partnerships with luxury brands, Grove offers innovative art experiences and strategic advisory services, connecting discerning collectors worldwide with today’s most exciting artists. Discover the future of contemporary art.

Festival Partner

At Pearson, we believe learning doesn’t stop at graduation, it evolves across a lifetime.

In a world shaped by rapid technological change, education is no longer a single chapter but a continuous journey of adaptation, reinvention and growth.

As proud sponsors of the FT Weekend Festival, Pearson is bringing its lifelong learning mission to the heart of the conversation, helping people at every stage of their working lives build skills, confidence and career resilience.

Join us at our panel session, Future‑proof your future with AI, featuring three leading Pearson authors whose books, Climb, No Risk Side Hustle and Expiry Date Never, explore how people can stand out, stay relevant and thrive at every stage of their careers in an AI‑driven world.

Love your journey.

Festival Partner

At RBC Wealth Management, we help turn your ideas into reality. Whether you’re growing wealth, planning retirement, or protecting your legacy, we support your goals. From personalised wealth strategies to simple investment solutions, we make managing your money easy and personal. Backed by global strength and local expertise, let’s build your future together.

The value of investments can fall, and you may get back less than you invested. Information is provided only as an example and is not a recommendation to pursue a particular strategy.

Festival Partner

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s promotes access and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions, private sales and retail. Our deep expertise across 70 selling categories is supported by a leading technology platform and a global network of specialists spanning 40 countries. Selling categories include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate through RM Sotheby’s and Concierge. Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender and provides capital solutions for collectors around the world, having originated more than $12 billion in loans since its inception. Sotheby’s new global headquarters is now open at the iconic Breuer building at 945 Madison Avenue in New York City.

Festival Partner

Trading since 2011, Vintage Acquisitions (trading name of Brooks and Whitaker Limited) are a team of passionate whisky experts with over 50 years’ collective experience valuing, trading and managing single malt Scotch whisky. 

We are educated stockists who own a large inventory of casks held under our HMRC license (WOWGR) across over twenty five approved excise warehouses throughout Scotland. We offer the widest range of quality casks, all from distilleries with a proven track record of growth at the most competitive prices. Our clients have peace of mind that they are dealing with the greatest experienced and established cask trading company, with a successful trading history spanning well over a decade.

Festival Friend

Founded in 1996 in Amsterdam, Booking.com has grown from a small Dutch startup to one of the world’s leading digital travel companies. Part of Booking Holdings Inc., the mission of Booking.com is to make it easier for everyone to experience the world. By investing in the technology that helps take the friction out of travel, Booking.com seamlessly connects millions of travellers with memorable experiences, a range of transport options and incredible places to stay - from homes to hotels and much more.

Festival Friend

At Moneybox, we're on a mission to help people build wealth with confidence so they can enjoy life, today and tomorrow. We’ve brought saving, investing, home-buying, and retirement services together into one simple award-winning app to help everyone achieve their financial goals.

Tasting Partner

Festival Exhibitor

Sister travel brands Bailey Robinson and Villas by Bailey Robinson offer an ultra-personalised service where unforgettable getaways, intrepid journeys and villa holidays are handcrafted from scratch by seasoned experts.

From initial ideas and inspiration to the all-important details and finishing touches, we have the knowledge and expertise to elevate every holiday from the ordinary to the extraordinary. Whether you’re seeking an exceptional villa for a family celebration or an African adventure through the wilds of Kenya, a characterful city hotel or a secluded villa, we bring your ideas to life, creating idyllic getaways and memories that stay with you long after you leave.

Festival Exhibitor

Kevin Anderson & Associates specialises in book ghostwriting, editorial services, and publishing consultancy for authors, publishers, agents, and organisations worldwide. Our team of publishing industry leaders has collaborated on more than 200 New York Times and Sunday Times bestsellers across genres including fiction, memoir, business, self-help, and thought leadership.

We believe every story deserves to be told with passion and excellence. That’s why we work closely with our clients at every stage of the publishing process, from developing the idea and shaping the manuscript to reviewing, editing, and publishing strategy.

We also host exclusive writing retreats at our historic villa in Tuscany, where guests can focus on their work in truly inspirational surroundings. These retreats combine dedicated, uninterrupted writing time with one-on-one guidance from industry experts, including bestselling authors, editors, and literary agents, making them a unique opportunity to take time out to write.

We’re proud of our reputation for exceptional editorial expertise, personalised service, and a deep understanding of the publishing world. Whether helping a debut author bring their vision to life or collaborating with an established brand on their next big project, we empower our authors to deliver standout books with precision and heart. Maybe that could be you!

We have offices in New York, Los Angeles and London.

Festival Exhibitor

Festival Exhibitor

Niwaki’s fine Japanese gardening tools, knives, and other practical accessories are highly valued by gardeners, craftspeople, chefs, artists, homemakers, and anyone who appreciates thoughtfully designed, extremely useful, and – dare we say it – beautiful items. The company was founded by Jake Hobson, who first travelled to Japan as an art student to experience ‘hanami’, the annual cherry blossom festival. The trip sparked an interest in the philosophy and maintenance of Japanese trees, prompting Jake to learn as much as he could while working at a traditional plant nursery in Osaka.

On his return to England, he realised the tools he’d come to rely on – including tripod ladders and Japanese shears – worked just as well in Western gardens. With the support of his wife, Keiko he began introducing these items to the UK. The venture grew quickly, and Niwaki, which means ‘garden tree,’ was launched in 2007. The range has since grown to include a unique selection of Japanese products, including Hori Hori gardening trowels, Kenzan, carbon steel secateurs, and the highly regarded Niwaki GR Pro range.

Jake continues to visit Japan whenever possible, deepening his knowledge of the culture and craftsmanship behind Niwaki’s tools.

Festival Exhibitor

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