About Lennart Meri Conference
The LMC assembles distinguished policymakers, analysts, politicians, military personnel and academia from around the globe in Tallinn, Estonia. At the conference, key foreign and security policy issues are discussed mostly from the perspective of the northern and eastern parts of Europe.
Keynote Address at the Lennart Meri Conference, Chaired by the Estonian President
The Thinking the Unthinkable (TtU) project continues to challenge senior leaders by addressing the destabilizing effects of disruption and the unspoken anxieties it generates. Its unique insights provoke reflection and spark fresh approaches to leadership in uncertain times.
A prime example was Nik Gowing’s keynote address at the Lennart Meri Conference in Tallinn, Estonia, in June 2018, chaired by the Estonian President. His presentation highlighted the pressing need for leaders to rethink strategies to cope with escalating global challenges.
The speech had a significant impact, as evidenced during the subsequent panel discussion. Espen Barth Eide, former Defence and Foreign Minister of Norway; Lamberto Zannier, former Secretary General of the OSCE; and Senator Nathalie Goulet of the French Parliament each emphasized the value of TtU’s insights in preparing leaders for future uncertainties.
Our Latest Client Examples
Explore the latest from Thinking the Unthinkable. From global conferences and summits, to town hall meetings. Click on an example below to learn more about the work we do.
Exeter Climate Forum | Exeter, 2026
Thinking the Unthinkable partnered with the University of Exeter to deliver a thought-provoking session exploring one of the biggest barriers to climate action: how to communicate effectively in an increasingly polarised and misinformation-rich environment.
UK Nature Summit | York, 2026
The UK Nature Summit 2026, was hosted by Environment Bank at the historic Castle Howard Estate in North Yorkshire and moderated by Nik Gowing. The event brought together business leaders, investors, sustainability professionals and nature experts to examine how organisations can move from nature ambition to meaningful action.
CWZ Climate & Nature: Achieving Restoration at Scale | Zurich, 2026
At the opening of Climate Week Zurich 2026, Nik Gowing was invited to moderate a flagship session focused on one of the most persistent challenges in climate action: how to move from knowledge to implementation at scale.
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