18 years of impact. One historic milestone. A new era begins.
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A Vision That Became a Global Ecosystem
Eighteen years ago, a vision was born. Not a corporate plan. Not a pitch deck. A genuine conviction that global finance needed to be rebuilt — more inclusive, more decentralized, more accessible to the billions of people and businesses left behind by traditional systems.
Today, that vision has a name, a structure, and a presence in over 50 countries: EIC Corporation. And in November 2026, it turns 18 — the age of maturity, the age of power.
To mark this extraordinary milestone, EIC Corporation is hosting the 10th Edition of the International Business Meeting (IBM) — a flagship event that has, over a decade, become one of the most influential gatherings of global financial leaders, institutional investors, fintech innovators, and strategic decision-makers in the world.
📊 $30.2 billion in 2026 — up 420% since January 2025 - Real-World Asset Tokenization Market
IBM 2026: The 10th Edition of the International Business Meeting
📍 Geneva, Switzerland — Novotel Hotel 📅 November 27–30, 2026
From the shores of Lake Geneva, one of the world's most prestigious financial capitals will host a four-day summit unlike any other. The International Business Meeting (IBM) 2026 brings together international delegations from Africa, Europe, Asia, Canada, and the United States for high-level discussions, strategic deal-making, and a shared vision of the financial systems of tomorrow.
This is not just a conference. It is a global platform for investment, governance, and economic structuring — a space where ideas become partnerships, and partnerships become transformative ecosystems.
| Event Feature | Details |
| 📅 Dates | November 27–30, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Geneva, Switzerland — Novotel Hotel |
| 🌍 Delegations | Africa, Europe, Asia, Canada, USA |
| 🎯 Theme | Decentralized Finance, Strategic Governance & New Global Financing Models |
| 🏛️ Edition | 10th (Milestone Anniversary) |
| 🎉 Special Celebration | EIC Corporation's 18th Anniversary |
The choice of Geneva is no coincidence. As a global hub for private banking, international organizations, and diplomatic finance, Geneva provides the ideal backdrop for conversations that will shape the next decade of global capital markets.
Speaker Spotlight: Who Is Achille AGBE?
Among the distinguished speakers confirmed for IBM 2026, one profile stands out as particularly emblematic of the event's theme: Achille AGBE, CEO of iCapital Ventures and Chairman & Founder of EIC Corporation.
Achille Agbé is not simply a speaker at this event — he is, in many ways, its architect. A Forbes Top 30 African Entrepreneur, laureate of over 20 international distinctions including UNESCO recognition, and a celebrated voice in global fintech, Agbé embodies the synthesis of traditional finance mastery and blockchain-powered innovation.
Originally from Côte d'Ivoire and based in France and Canada, Achille Agbé brings over 14 years of experience in finance, strategic advisory, and institutional deal-making. His trajectory spans continents, sectors, and financial paradigms — from serving as Technical Advisor to the Ivorian Minister of Commerce and Industry to leading one of the most ambitious fintech ecosystems in the world.
"Achille Agbé represents a new generation of financial architects — leaders who understand that the future of finance is not a choice between tradition and innovation, but a synthesis of both."
Expertise at the Intersection of Finance and Blockchain
What makes Achille Agbé's profile uniquely relevant to IBM 2026's theme is the breadth and depth of his expertise. He operates at the precise intersection where classical finance meets the decentralized economy — a position that few practitioners in the world can authentically claim.
Core Areas of Expertise
| Domain | Key Competencies |
| 💼 Capital Markets | IPO structuring, OTC markets, Pre-IPO advisory |
| 🔗 Blockchain & Web3 | Tokenization, ICO/STO, digital assets infrastructure |
| 🏦 Structured Finance | M&A advisory, corporate finance, debt & equity raising |
| ⚖️ Financial & Banking Law | Regulatory compliance, legal structuring |
| 🌍 DeFi & Inclusion | Decentralized finance models, global financial access |
| 📊 Private Equity | Due diligence, investment structuring, fund management |
His academic contributions are equally significant. Agbé is the author of multiple works on blockchain, ICO/STO frameworks, and new financing models, and serves as an academic speaker and researcher in the field of corporate financing via crypto-assets. This intellectual production places him not only as a practitioner but as a thought leader shaping the theoretical foundations of the field.
📊 Projected to expand 13x by 2030 - Africa's Fintech Revenue Growth
iCapital Ventures & EIC Corporation: Building the Future of Finance
Achille Agbé's strategic vision is most visibly expressed through the two organizations he leads.
iCapital Ventures — The Digital Business Neo-Bank
iCapital Ventures is a next-generation digital neo-bank of business, recently securing its MSB (Money Services Business) license issued by FINTRAC, Canada's financial regulatory authority. This milestone positions iCapital Ventures as a fully compliant, internationally operational fintech entity capable of bridging traditional and decentralized finance.
The iCapital Ventures ecosystem encompasses a comprehensive suite of solutions:
- LiorBank — a next-generation banking platform
- iCapitalior — innovative asset structuring tools
- Liorcapital — capital market access solutions
- Liortrade — trading infrastructure
- LiorCard — digital payment instruments
- iProperty — real estate tokenization solutions
At its core, iCapital Ventures specializes in asset tokenization and the innovative financial structuring of SMEs — making institutional-grade financial tools accessible to businesses that have historically been underserved by traditional capital markets.
EIC Corporation — A Global Ecosystem of Impact
EIC Corporation, the organization celebrating its 18th anniversary at IBM 2026, is present in more than 50 countries and is dedicated to three foundational pillars:
- Financial education — democratizing knowledge about investment, markets, and digital finance
- Collective investment — enabling communities and individuals to access investment opportunities at scale
- Global economic inclusion — creating pathways for economic participation across Africa, Europe, Asia, and beyond
Under Agbé's leadership, EIC Corporation has grown from a bold vision into an international network of thousands of financial actors and investors, making it one of the most far-reaching financial inclusion ecosystems in the world.
📊 40% of adults now use mobile money accounts - Africa Mobile Money
The 2026 Theme: Why Decentralized Finance Matters Now
The theme of IBM 2026 — Decentralized Finance, Strategic Governance, and New Global Financing Models — is not chosen arbitrarily. It reflects the most urgent and transformative forces reshaping the global financial landscape right now.
In 2026, the DeFi revolution has moved far beyond speculation. Tokenized real-world assets have surged past $30.2 billion in on-chain value, representing a 420% increase since early 2025. US Treasury tokens alone have grown from $3.9 billion to over $15 billion. Gold-backed tokens recorded $90.7 billion in spot trading during Q1 2026 alone.
"Real-world asset tokenization surged beyond 420% from January 2025, climbing to $30.2 billion"
— RWA.xyz Analytics
Meanwhile, Africa — the continent at the heart of EIC Corporation's mission — has emerged as the fastest-growing fintech market globally, with revenues projected to expand 13x by 2030 (BCG, 2026). With over 79% of African adults now having access to formal financial services through digital rails, the continent is not merely catching up — it is leading a new paradigm of financial inclusion.
The Case for Hybrid Finance Models
The most forward-thinking actors in global finance are no longer choosing between classical finance and blockchain. They are building hybrid models that combine:
- The regulatory legitimacy and institutional trust of traditional finance
- The accessibility, transparency, and efficiency of decentralized systems
- The programmability and liquidity of tokenized assets
This is precisely the model that Achille Agbé and iCapital Ventures are pioneering — and precisely why his voice at IBM 2026 will be among the most consequential.
What to Expect at IBM 2026 Geneva
IBM 2026 is designed as a multi-layered experience that combines intellectual depth with strategic opportunity and exclusive business experiences across the Geneva–Montreux–Glacier 3000 corridor.
Programme Highlights
| Session Type | Content Focus |
| 🎤 High-Level Keynotes | Finance, governance, DeFi, and the future of capital markets |
| 🗣️ Strategic Panels | Financial inclusion, Pre-IPO structuring, capital markets access |
| 🏆 Top 100 LiorS Market Makers | Recognition ceremony for leading financial market builders |
| 🚀 Official Launch | LiorBank & iCapitalior — live product launches |
| 🏛️ EIC International Board | Formal investiture of the EIC International Board |
| 🤝 Networking & Deal-Making | Institutional networking, B2B meetings, strategic partnerships |
| 🌐 Exclusive Experiences | Business & diplomatic experiences in Geneva, Montreux & Glacier 3000 |
The LiorBank & iCapitalior Launch
One of the most anticipated moments of IBM 2026 will be the official launch of LiorBank and iCapitalior — two flagship products that represent the culmination of years of development and strategic positioning. These launches will mark a pivotal moment in the evolution of iCapital Ventures' ecosystem and signal the beginning of a new phase of global financial infrastructure deployment.
The EIC International Board Investiture
The formal Investiture of the EIC International Board will be a defining moment of institutional governance — a public declaration of EIC Corporation's commitment to structured, accountable, and globally representative leadership as it enters its next chapter.
A Historic Milestone: 18 Years of EIC Corporation
Numbers tell only part of the story. Eighteen years in the life of an organization like EIC Corporation represent something far more profound than longevity — they represent proof of concept at global scale.
When EIC Corporation was founded, the concepts of blockchain-based finance, tokenized assets, and decentralized governance were largely theoretical. Today, they are the fastest-growing segments of the global financial system. EIC Corporation did not simply anticipate this shift — it helped architect it.
IBM 2026 is therefore both a celebration and a declaration:
- Closing a cycle — honoring 18 years of pioneering work, global expansion, and financial inclusion impact
- Opening a new phase — launching the next decade of global expansion with new products, new governance structures, and a renewed mandate
"18 years of legacy. A new decade to build. Welcome to the future of finance."
The event's location in Geneva — a city synonymous with international diplomacy, private wealth management, and global institutional finance — sends a clear signal about EIC Corporation's ambitions for the era ahead.
📊 $30.2 billion — Total value of tokenized real-world assets on-chain in 2026, up 420% since January 2025 (Source: RWA.xyz Analytics, 2026)
🌍 50+ countries — Presence of EIC Corporation's global financial ecosystem (Source: EIC Corporation)
💡 13x — Projected growth of Africa's fintech revenue by 2030, making it the world's fastest-growing fintech market (Source: Boston Consulting Group, 2026)
🏆 20+ distinctions — International awards received by Achille Agbé across finance, innovation, and entrepreneurship, including UNESCO recognition and Forbes Top 30 African Entrepreneurs (Source: EIC Corporation / Forbes)
FAQ
What is the International Business Meeting (IBM) 2026?
The International Business Meeting (IBM) 2026 is the 10th edition of EIC Corporation's flagship global summit, taking place from November 27 to 30, 2026 at the Novotel Hotel in Geneva, Switzerland. It brings together international delegations from Africa, Europe, Asia, Canada, and the United States for four days of high-level keynotes, strategic panels, institutional networking, deal-making, and landmark product launches including LiorBank and iCapitalior.
Who is Achille Agbé and why is he speaking at IBM 2026?
Achille Agbé is the CEO of iCapital Ventures and the Chairman & Founder of EIC Corporation. With over 14 years of experience in finance, blockchain, and strategic advisory, he is a Forbes Top 30 African Entrepreneur and the recipient of more than 20 international distinctions. He is speaking at IBM 2026 because he is one of the world's foremost experts on decentralized finance, asset tokenization, and hybrid financing models — the exact themes at the heart of the 2026 summit.
What is the theme of IBM 2026 and why does it matter?
The theme of IBM 2026 is Decentralized Finance, Strategic Governance, and New Global Financing Models. This theme reflects the most critical shifts in global finance today: the explosive growth of tokenized real-world assets (now exceeding $30 billion), the rise of DeFi infrastructure, and the urgent need for governance frameworks that can guide this transformation responsibly. For businesses, investors, and institutions, understanding these dynamics is no longer optional — it is strategic imperative.
What is EIC Corporation's 18th Anniversary significance?
EIC Corporation's 18th anniversary marks a transition from pioneering startup to mature global institution. Founded with a vision to democratize finance through education, collective investment, and economic inclusion, EIC Corporation now operates in over 50 countries with thousands of financial actors in its network. The 18th anniversary represents both a celebration of this journey and the launch of a new phase of global expansion — symbolically, 18 is the age of legal maturity and full empowerment.
How can I register for IBM 2026 in Geneva?
Registration for IBM 2026 is available online through the official EIC Corporation event page. Seats are limited given the high-level nature of the summit. To secure your place at this historic 10th edition in Geneva, visit the official registration link and complete your booking to join over delegations from across Africa, Europe, Asia, Canada, and the United States.
The International Business Meeting 2026 is more than a summit. It is a convergence point — where 18 years of institutional building meets the most transformative financial technologies of our time, where visionary leaders like Achille Agbé bring together the rigor of traditional finance and the radical possibility of decentralized systems.
In a world where tokenized assets are surging past $30 billion, where Africa is emerging as the fastest-growing fintech market on the planet, and where hybrid financing models are rewriting the rules of capital access, IBM 2026 arrives at exactly the right moment.
Geneva. November 27–30, 2026. Four days. One historic milestone. A new era of global finance begins.
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📍 Novotel Hotel, Geneva, Switzerland | 📅 November 27–30, 2026
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