Insight Lunches
Past Insight Lunches
Sebastian Wood, HM Ambassador to China
7th October
Mosimann's
Sebastian Wood, HM Ambassador to China, spoke to Walpole members on 7th October 2011 at an Insight Lunch at Mosimann’s. He shared observations about the consumer behaviour of China’s wealthy households, as well as talking about the perception of the UK in China as a powerhouse of creativity and design.
David Warren, HM Ambassador to Japan
11th July
The Ivy
David Warren, HM Ambassador to Japan, spoke to Walpole members on 18th July 2011 at an Insight Lunch at The Ivy. In his speech, he shared a positive outlook for the recovery of the Japanese economy after the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck earlier this year.
Insight Lunch with Sir Richard Stagg KCMG CMG
18th May
Roast, London
Walpole hosted the first Insight lunch of the year on Monday 18 May 2009 at new member restaurant, Roast. Guest speaker, Sir Richard Stagg KCMG CMG provided the 30 member guests with an insight into his role as High Commissioner and a view of the current business, economic and political affairs in India.
James Harding, Editor The Times
30 October
Mosimann's
James Harding, Editor of The Times, spoke to Walpole Members at our second Insight Lunch of the year on 30th October 2008 at new member, Mosimann's. Guests enjoyed a culinary treat; the lunch menu designed and prepared by master chef Anton Mosimann himself. The event was the first free of charge Insight Lunch held for members and both the speaker and the venue prompted an outstanding response from members wishing to attend.
Sir Peter Westmacott, British Ambassador to France
20th February 2008
Home House, London
Walpole's first Insight Lunch for 2008 was held on 20th February at Home House, London. The British Ambassador to France, Sir Peter Westmacott gave members an intimate insight into his role, particularly discussing the current French Political climate, the economy and trade.
Alan Yau, Restaurateur
4th September, 2007
Home House, London
Restaurateur Alan Yau, best known as founder of wagamama and creator of brands such as Busaba Eathai, Yauatcha and Hakkasan - spoke to members on business strategy and new concepts for both casual and fine dining restaurants. Members were treated at the chic Tom’s Kitchen, owned by Tom Aikins.
HE Sir Graham Fry KCMG, British Ambassador To Japan
July 16 2007
Claridge’s Hotel, London
Walpole was delighted to welcome, The British Ambassador to Japan, Sir Graham Fry, to speak to Walpole members at our Insight Lunch on Monday 16 July 2007. The Ambassador spoke about the business and political issues in the region at Claridge’s Hotel, London.
LT Colonel Nick Henderson
April 25 2007
Home House, London
Lt Colonel Nick Henderson, former commanding officer of 1st Bn Coldstream Guards spoke openly about his time serving in Iraq, particularly focusing on the events surrounding the high profile rescue of two SAS soldiers from a police station in Basra City in September 2005.
Cooking With Raymond Blanc
February 23 2007
Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons, London
10 members enjoyed the unique opportunity to meet and cook with 2 Michelin starred Chef Raymond Blanc at Le Manoir aux Quat' Saisons. Afterwards guests were seated for a private lunch with Raymond Blanc at the exceptional Le Manoir aux Quat Saisons.
Sebastian Conran
22 June 2006
Sartoria, London
Sebastian Conran spoke at the Walpole Insight Lunch about Apple: the core of new luxury? The impact of design on consumer perception and experience.
Dame Marjorie Scandino, Pearson
21 June 2006
Pearson, London
Over 70 members and guests attended the lunch at Pearson with Dame Marjorie Scardino, chief executive of international media and education group Pearson. Marjorie was chief executive of The Economist Group from 1992-96. She is also a non-executive director of Nokia Corporation and a member of various charitable and advisory boards, including The Carter Center, the V&A and the MacArthur Foundation.
Sir Rocco Forte, Rocco Forte Hotel Group
29 March 2006
Brown’s Hotel, London
Sir Rocco Forte spoke on 'Developing Rocco Forte Hotels as a significant luxury brand in the European hotel market' at the first Insight Series event of 2006. The event took place at the group's Brown's Hotel. The lunch was attended by over 70 members.
