To address the challenges of today’s rapidly changing world, we have established this international economic forum for leaders, visionaries and decisions makers to share, learn, and discuss ideas, information, and insights in a way that inspires action and collaboration. This year, our summit programme will be centered around the following key topics and challenges.
Agenda
The Sustainability Dilemma
How Do We Succeed to Get to a Less Emotional but more Fact-based Communication about Topics like Plastic and CO2?
Nadine Kuester | Danone D-A-CH, Germany
Leading with Happiness
Sarah Metcalfe | Sure Petcare, UK
Canvas of Your Life
“The unique power of art is that it can transcend differences, connect with people on a visceral level, and compel action.”
Asher Jay | National Geographic Explorer, Creative Conservationist , USA
Pre-Summit Welcome Reception
Join us for a private cocktail reception at the China Club Berlin, one of Germany’s most exclusive locations. Hosted by BMW Group
Welcome Adress
Dr Melinda Crane | Deutsche Welle TV, USA / Germany (Moderator)
Sigrid Bauschert | CEO, Management Circle AG
Global Economy and Climate Change
The Quest for Sustainable, Collaborative and Inclusive Solutions
Dr Rebecca Harding | Coriolis Technologies, UK
Theresa Löber | Bank of England, UK
Jill Meiburg | Deutsche Post DHL Group, Germany
Virginia Covo Naranjo | Anheuser-Busch InBev, USA
Leading Collective Genius
Collaborative Mindset for a Sustainable Future
Prof Katharina Lange | IMD, Switzerland
The Fight against Infectious Diseases
Prof Helga Rübsamen-Schaeff | AiCuris, Germany
The Challenge: Balancing Profit, People and Planet
Angelika Huber-Straßer | KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft, Germany
Design Your Talk Topic
Sara Ortloff | Google, USA
Talk Data to Me
Ipek Ozsuer | Bayer, Germany
CRISPR/Cas9 Gene Scissors
What Should Be the Boundaries to Human Power to Tailor Life?
Dr. Julia Schönbohm, LL.M. (Fordham), Attorney-at-Law (New York) | Linklaters LLP, Germany
Technology vs. Ethics?
Opportunities and Risks of Artificial Intelligence for Society
Prof Yali Cong | Peking University Health Science Centre, China
Carla Hustedt | Bertelsmann Stiftung, Germany
Mental Health and Wellbeing @Work
A Priority on Boardroom Agenda
Dr Marleece Barber M.D. | Lockheed Martin, USA
Claudia Hartwich | Microsoft Deutschland GmbH, Germany
Karen Penney | Western Union Business Solutions, UK
Bianca Stringuini | VISA, Singapore
Stress and the City
Mental Health and Urbanisation
PD Dr med Mazda Adli | Fliedner Klinik Berlin, Germany
The Future of Living
Rethinking Energy Consumption in the Quarters
Helene von Roeder | Vonovia SE, Germany
Premium Mobility under Changing Conditions
Dr Thomas Becker | BMW Group, Germany
Global Female Leaders Night
The relaxed atmosphere of the Cocktail Reception followed by the Networking Dinner allows you to continue discussing - hot topics - and forge connections over delicious foods and drinks. Cocktail Reception hosted by KPMG
Sight Running
Kick off the 2nd day with some cardio while enjoying some scenic attractions of Germany’s capital.
Sustainability and Society in the Age of Personal Air Transport
Harini Kulatunga | Airbus, UK
Above and Beyond: Exploring the Next Frontier of a Smart and Sustainable City
Prof Vanessa Miriam Carlow | Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany
Ruth Knox | Linklaters LLP, UK
Karolina Korth | Siemens Mobility, Spain
Talia Rafaeli | Porsche Digital, Israel
How 5G and Next Generation Networks Will Change the World
Kathleen Grillo | Verizon, USA
Money as a Financial Expression of Values
Dr Mara Catherine Harvey | UBS Switzerland AG, Switzerland
Transformation of the Media Landscape by the Rise of OTT Platforms
Archana Anand | ZEE5 Global, India
The Challenge: Balancing Profit, People and Planet
Angelika Huber-Straßer | KPMG AG Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft, Germany
Global Cities between Sustainability and Growth
Elisabeth Mansfeld | Alfred Herrhausen Gesellschaft, Germany
Stay Personal. Stay up to Date.
Nela Novakovic | Kyowa Kirin GmbH, Germany
Generational Shift or Uniting the Generations?
Can a Brand Attract Millennials AND Baby Boomers?
Pia Steinmann | BABOR, Germany
Lessons from International Business Failures
How to Win Globally and Locally
Allyson Stewart-Allen | International Marketing Partners Ltd., UK
Fighting Back with Data
Maria Ressa | Rappler.com, Philippines
Opportunities and Challenges of the Influx of Data
Bertrand de La Chapelle | Internet & Jurisdiction Policy Network, France
Lucy Crompton-Reid | Wikimedia UK, UK
Anita Zielina | Craig Newmark J-School CUNY, USA
A Global Identity Crisis
Dr Maha Hosain Aziz | NYU - The Graduate School of Arts and Science, USA
Moderator’s Closing Comments & Farewell
Dr Melinda Crane | Deutsche Welle TV, USA / Germany (Moderator)
Sigrid Bauschert | CEO, Management Circle AG
