Post by The Tech Capital

At The Tech Capital Global Awards 2026, we are honoured to welcome Lord John Bird as Master of Ceremonies, as part of our partnership with Big Issue Group. Before founding The Big Issue, Lord Bird experienced homelessness himself, a reality that shaped his mission to create opportunity through enterprise, not dependency. Today, The Big Issue operates in more than 35 countries, empowering individuals facing hardship to earn an income and regain independence through its vendor-led model. Bringing this perspective to the Global Awards, held on 11 May in London alongside the International Finance Forum, adds an important dimension to conversations around capital, infrastructure and growth. As our industry scales to meet the demands of AI, energy and global connectivity, it is equally important to consider the societal impact of how infrastructure is financed and delivered. We look forward to welcoming you in London on 11 May for an evening that celebrates both innovation and impact. #IFF26 #TheBigIssue #SocialImpact #Infrastructure #Finance #London