Wednesday 18 November 2026
A lunch series for data leaders in commodities, hosted by General Index
Ahead of the Curve is a regular lunch series hosted by General Index. It brings together the people responsible for commodities market data, so they can compare notes and get to know each other away from the conference floor.
Each lunch gathers a small group of data and technology leaders from market leaders, from Chief Data Officers and heads of data strategy to the market data and data management teams who deliver it. Guests come from energy companies, hedge funds and leading consulting firms.
There are no slides and no sales pitch: just a good lunch and an open conversation. The discussion is held under the Chatham House Rule, so guests can speak freely and take the ideas home with them.
AI is moving data from a cost line to a source of competitive advantage. We'll explore what that means for strategy, teams and investment in commodities, and let the conversation go wherever the table takes it.
What it takes to get licensed data, internal data and history into shape for AI tools and agents.
How leaders are deciding what to own, what to license and who to trust.
The skills, structures and budgets that data strategy will need.
Champagne on arrival at the bar on Level 60, with views across the City.
Seated for introductions and discussions.
Lunch is served, with the conversation continuing around the table.
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Revenue Officer
Chief Product Officer
Gordon Ramsay's Japanese-inspired kitchen and bar, on Level 60 of 22 Bishopsgate, is the UK's highest restaurant and one of the highest in Europe. We have the private dining room for the afternoon.
Lucky Cat, Level 60
22 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4BQ
Nearest stations: Liverpool Street, Bank
Places are by personal invitation and cannot be transferred. Send us your details and we'll confirm your place by email. Please reply as soon as possible to secure your place.
Energy Prices, Decoded.
Hosted by General Index. General Index publishes algorithmic spot prices, forward curves and analytics built from thousands of daily trades across crude oil, refined products, natural gas and the energy transition.
