The network convenes the most relevant and knowledgeable thought leaders from academia, government, business and civil society to challenge conventional thinking and develop new insights and perspectives on key global systems, as well as the impact and governance of key emerging technologies. In a global environment marked by short-term orientation and siloed thinking, the network fosters interdisciplinary and long-range thinking to support a sustainable and equitable future.

Members of the network meet annually at the Annual Meeting for the Global Future Councils in the United Arab Emirates, and virtually several times a year, to monitor trends, identify global risks, discuss ideas and explore interconnections between issues. They also develop recommendations and integrate their findings into World Economic Forum activities such as the Annual Meeting in Davos and regional and industry events, as well as into global decision-making processes.

A member of the Global Future Council on the Future of Consumption, Sanjay Dhiri is a partner in Bain & Company’s London office and a leader in the firm’s Utilities & Alternative Energy and Organization practices. He has also worked extensively in the firm’s Industrial Goods & Services and Consumer Products practices, focusing on organization and strategy. Sanjay has over 10 years of consulting experience with Bain & Company. Previously, Sanjay served as a strategy and policy advisor with the Overseas Development Institute and United Nations World Food Program and as an economic advisor with the UK Home Office.

The Future of Consumption Council explores the future of the system of consumption, addressing the changing face of the consumer, new patterns of consumption and advancement of technology.