Geneva commodity trading week


SAVE THE DATE: 5 November 2026

The Commodities Show



The Commodities Show is the ultimate event to connect with trading experts specialising in all commodities: grains, oil & gas, metals etc. Unlike traditional conferences, this show will feature no panels, focusing instead on direct interactions, hands-on experiences, and meaningful networking opportunities. Join us for fireside chats with senior industry professionals throughout the afternoon.

2025 Partners / Sponsors / Exhibitors

2026 Agenda

  • TFG Geneva - 08:00-17:00

    Two events, one venue, more opportunities to connect: The Commodities Show and Trade Finance Global (TFG) Geneva are separate, partners events taking place at the InterContinental Geneva on 5 November 2026.

    Each event has its own programme, speakers and access arrangements. A shared networking space brings parts of the two communities together, creating additional opportunities to meet professionals from across the industry.
  • The Commodities Show - 16:00-22:00

    16:00-18:30 - The Commodities Show: Fireside Chats

    16:00-16:30 - Commodities in a Fragmented World seen by senior leaders  
    How geopolitical tensions, shifting alliances and trade disruptions are reshaping global commodity flows.

    16:30-17:00. - ⁠New World of Legal Challenges: AI, Force Majeurs and Sanctions: Legal Lessons from Real Transactions  
    Practical legal challenges involving litigations, financing, vessels, ownership structures and enforcement.

    17:00-17:30 - ⁠The Future Commodity Workforce: Skills, AI and Talent Retention  
    The skills commodity companies need today, how AI is changing roles and recruitment, and how employers can attract, develop and retain the next generation of talent.

    17:30-18:00 - ⁠Risk Management in the New Commodity Cycle
    Managing price volatility, credit exposure, liquidity, operational disruption and geopolitical risk.

    18:00-18:30 - ⁠Where Are the Next Commodity Opportunities?  
    The markets, regions, technologies and financing models likely to create the strongest opportunities over the next five years.

    18:30-19:00 - CommodityThursdays drinks

    19:00-22:00 Black Tie Gala Dinner

Advisory Board

Jonathan Kingsman
Author, Founder at Commodity Conversations
Dr. Charles Pierre Salvaudon d’Audiffret
Professor of Geopolitics, Albert School, Author, Chairman & Board Member
Elif Imer
Global Director, Credit and Collections, ADM
Elsa Pernot
Global Head of Sustainability, Gunvor Group Ltd
Mary Katri
Operations Manager, Neste
Josiane Tistounet
Former Chief of Staff, BCGE, Board Member
Svitlana Synkovska
Marketing & Communications, AGRISS/GROPRO, Portfolio Director, Arc Network
Rafael E. Huber
Head of HR, Ocean Transportation & World Trading Group, Cargill
Kona Haque
Head of Research, ED&F Man
Reinette Sluijk
Programme Manger at Erasmus Commodity & Trade Centre
Emma Skakle
Partner, Stephenson Harwood
Eddie Tofpik
Head of Technical Analysis & Senior Markets Analyst at ADM Investor Services International Limited
Demet Ozdemir
Board Member, Senior Board Advisor
Benoît Lioud
Managing Director, Qorvis
Benoît Lioud
Managing Director, Qorvis
Demet Ozdemir
Board Member, Senior Board Advisor
Eddie Tofpik
Head of Technical Analysis & Senior Markets Analyst at ADM Investor Services International Limited
Emma Skakle
Partner, Stephenson Harwood
Reinette Sluijk
Programme Manger at Erasmus Commodity & Trade Centre
Kona Haque
Head of Research, ED&F Man
Rafael E. Huber
Head of HR, Ocean Transportation & World Trading Group, Cargill
Svitlana Synkovska
Marketing & Communications, AGRISS/GROPRO, Portfolio Director, Arc Network
Josiane Tistounet
Former Chief of Staff, BCGE, Board Member
Mary Katri
Operations Manager, Neste
Elsa Pernot
Global Head of Sustainability, Gunvor Group Ltd
Elif Imer
Global Director, Credit and Collections, ADM
Dr. Charles Pierre Salvaudon d’Audiffret
Professor of Geopolitics, Albert School, Author, Chairman & Board Member
Jonathan Kingsman
Author, Founder at Commodity Conversations

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For partnership, sponsorship, speaking opportunities, or Gala Dinner table reservations, please contact:
info@commoditiesshow.com
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organisers

Mathilde de Mareuil

Maryana Stober

Richard Watts



About US

The International Commodities Show was founded by Maryana Stober and Mathilde de Mareuil, with Richard Watts, Founder of HR Maritime, joining as a partner.

Maryana Stober is an experienced trading and M&A lawyer with a strong track record in complex international transactions. She has developed extensive expertise in regulatory frameworks, contract negotiation and risk management, advising clients across the global commodities sector.

Mathilde de Mareuil is the Founder and CEO of Shipping and Trading Network (STN), a Geneva-based company specialising in executive search, financial introductions and networking events for the global commodities sector. She is also the Founder of CommodityThursdays, a fast-growing networking platform with eight hubs worldwide dedicated to shipping and commodities trading.

Maryana and Mathilde also serve as President and Vice-President of WISTA Switzerland (Women’s International Shipping and Trading Association), where they actively support and promote women in the shipping and trading industries.

Richard Watts is the Founder and Managing Director of HR Maritime, a maritime security and intelligence company supporting vessels operating in high-risk areas worldwide. HR Maritime combines real-time intelligence, specialist personnel and technology to provide voyage protection, risk analysis and tailored security solutions. As a partner of the International Commodities Show, Richard brings extensive maritime expertise, international industry relationships and a strong understanding of the security and operational challenges affecting global trade.

Together, the partners recognised the need for an event that would bring the entire commodities ecosystem together—not only traders, but also banks, universities, maritime professionals and service providers that play a critical role in the sector.

Their mission is to create a platform in Geneva where:
•⁠  ⁠Trading companies can exchange ideas and develop new business opportunities.
•⁠  ⁠Banks and trade finance providers can connect with clients.
•⁠  ⁠Universities and students can gain direct exposure to the industry.
•⁠  ⁠Professionals at every level—from junior talent to senior executives—can meet, learn and collaborate.
The International Commodities Show is more than a conference. It is a meeting place for the global commodities community, held during Geneva Commodities Week to benefit from the city’s unique position as a leading hub for international trade.

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