​An exclusive conversation with Valérie Pécresse, President of Paris Region

​One of France’s most influential political leaders, Valérie Pécresse has led Paris Region since 2015, steering Europe’s leading economic region through a period of profound change in innovation, infrastructure and global investment.

​One table. A select group of EDGE members. Off the record.

​She brings a distinctive perspective on what it takes for a region to compete globally: attracting talent and capital, backing frontier technology, and turning research excellence into industrial strength. You bring the questions shaping your business, industry and future.

​Entry by application. Curated, as always.

​About Valérie Pécresse:

​Valérie Pécresse is President of the Île-de-France Region (Paris Region), a role she has held since 2015. Paris Region is Europe’s leading economic region, home to global headquarters, world-class universities and a fast-growing start-up ecosystem.

​Before leading the region, she served as French Minister for Higher Education and Research and later as Minister for the Budget, giving her rare insight into how policy, science and finance drive growth.

​Her visit to India takes her to Bengaluru and Mumbai to meet business leaders, entrepreneurs and film producers. Bengaluru will focus on technology, life sciences and aerospace; Mumbai on industry, finance and film, with room for conversations to cross between sectors.

​For business leaders, this is a chance to engage directly with one of Europe’s most senior regional leaders on partnership, investment and opportunities between Paris Region and India.

​DRESS CODE
Business Formals

​MUMBAI

​19 November 2026 | 10:00 AM IST
Venue: Mumbai [Exact location TBD]

​BENGALURU

​18 November 2026 | 9:00 AM IST
[RSVP for Bengaluru – https://luma.com/uegbii94 ]

​An EDGE Chambers conversation — intimate by design, thought-provoking by intent.

​Hosted by EDGE Member