FD Connect: Strategic finance & pre-budget briefing

DATE & TIME
5pm - 8:30pm, Thursday 8 October 2026
Location
Blake Morgan's London office
Cost
No charge
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As we approach a potentially pivotal October Budget, we would like to invite you to an exclusive evening of high-level insight and networking on Thursday 8 October 2026.

Strategic finance & pre-budget briefing

Co-hosted by AAB and Blake Morgan, this event is designed specifically for CFOs and Finance Directors navigating the current shift in the UK’s political and economic landscape.

With a new administration in place and significant policy updates on the horizon, we will begin the evening with an economic update from Luke Mayberry, VP – Investment Strategist at Barclays Private Bank.

Luke will be followed by keynote speaker, Lai Wah Co, Deputy Agent, Bank of England, who will provide an expert outlook on how monetary policy decisions are responding to economic developments and how businesses might be impacted.

Following the briefing, please join us for drinks and networking. This is a dedicated space to discuss shared challenges and exchange perspectives with a peer group of senior financial leaders.

Agenda

  • 5pm – Arrival and welcome drinks
  • 5:30pm – Luke Mayberry, VP – Investment Strategist at Barclays Private Bank
  • 5:50pm – Lai Wah Co, Deputy Agent at Bank of England
  • 6:30pm – Q&A
  • 6:40pm – Networking
  • 8:30pm – Close

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