Pre-Programme

Mit Daniel Büchle (CEO, afb social & green IT) und Marc Votteler (CIO, Schaeffler Gruppe) / Refurbishment ist weit mehr als Kreislaufwirtschaft: es ist ein strategisches Instrument für wirtschaftlichen Erfolg, Ressourceneffizienz und Zukunftssicherheit. Daniel Büchle und Marc Votteler zeigen, wie man aus ausgedienten IT- und Mobilgeräten messbare finanzielle, ökologische und soziale Performance generiert – ohne zusätzliche Komplexität im Betrieb. Sie demonstrieren, wie Unternehmen durch strukturierte Rücknahmeprozesse, sichere Datenlöschung und hochwertige Aufbereitung echte Wertschöpfung aus abgeschriebener Hardware ziehen. / Location: Restaurant Überfahrt

With Christian Underwood (CEO, StrategyFrame) / “The man challenging McKinsey & Co.” (Handelsblatt). Many strategies don’t fail because of analysis, but because of decisions. In this masterclass, Christian Underwood, CEO & Co-Founder of StrategyFrame.AI, shows how strategy becomes a continuous decision process. Strategic Decision Intelligence combines strategic clarity with daily decision-making capability – systematic, AI-supported and demonstrated live through a concrete example. / Location: Live Broadcasting Lounge

The masterclass brings together three perspectives that make leadership fit for the future: how to invest strategically in cybersecurity, how founders use AI and clear visibility to make decisions in uncertain times, and how entrepreneurial resilience emerges when markets fluctuate. With input from experienced experts, participants learn how smart investments, technological expertise, and entrepreneurial strength work together to create impact. / I. “Investing in Cybersecurity: Navigating Risk, Opportunity & Strategic Value”, with Anja Heßeler (Head of Asset Management and Liquid Assets), and Jeannine Metzger (Corporate Client Relationship Manager SME Finance, Bethmann Bank) / II. „AI in Recruiting: Rethinking Human Capital in a Misaligned Labor Market“, with Dr Annika von Mutius (Co-Founder & CEO, Empion GmbH and Board Member German AI Association) / III. Thriving in Turbulence: How Founders Turn Volatility into Momentum, with Finn Hänsel Co-Founder & CEO (Sanity Group GmbH) / Location: Restaurant Überfahrt

With Katharina Schmitt (Co-Founder and CEO, Diavon) / Lab-grown diamonds are real diamonds, just without the environmental and ethical issues associated with mining. In this masterclass, you will learn how these sustainable diamonds are produced in special laboratories using state-of-the-art technology that mimics natural growth processes without interfering with ecosystems. This method conserves water, cuts CO₂ emissions and avoids social and environmental conflicts. The masterclass provides a vivid insight into this forward-looking alternative to conventional diamond mining. / Location: Wintergarten Il Bacaiolo

With Jillian Manus (Venture Partner, SHIELD Capital, U.S. Venture Advisor, European Innovation Council) / Investors in the EU and the U.S. possess some fundamentally different approaches to investing. With Europe’s acceleration of funding into its innovation engine, a more expansive approach to investing could be applied from the Silicon Valleys’ funding philosophy and strategy. As U.S Venture Advisor to the EIC, Jillian has learned a lot from EU investors and founders. She now looks forward to sharing some of her own. As Partner of a Silicon Valley Venture fund, Jillian will provide valuable insight to serve the entire startup ecosystem more effectively and increase our ROIs across the board. / Location: Live Broadcasting Lounge

LOUIS XIII is one of the world's rarest spirits, crafted continuously since 1874 from an exquisite blend from the precious eaux-de-vie of Cognac Grande Champagne. Each decanter represents the life’s work of generations of cellar masters, a legacy of ancestral savoir-faire guarded and passed down by the current Cellar Master, Baptiste Loiseau. An experienced Louis XIII team member will guide guests through the fascinating world of this legendary cognac, detailing its rich history, meticulous production, and unique sensory characteristics. This session provides a unique opportunity to experience a living heritage, where each drop offers a sensory journey through decades of visionary craftsmanship. / Location: Genusswerkstatt

Side-Events

Join us for an inspiring run with Paul Schif, founder of Athletes Alliance, against the breathtaking backdrop of Lake Tegernsee! All running levels are welcome – a relaxed running club where you can chat in a relaxed atmosphere, make new contacts and get active. The perfect preparation for a day full of exciting talks and new ideas. / Meeting Point: Lobby Seehotel Überfahrt

Flow through dynamic yoga asanas bathed in therapeutic red light to activate your mitochondria – the powerhouses of your cells – for up to 200% more energy. In just 30 minutes, you will enhance flexibility, recovery and skin collagen while stimulating your parasympathetic nervous system and sinking into deep relaxation. An investment in your longevity: cellular rejuvenation paired with mindful presence. / Location: Hotel Egerner Höfe, Yoga Room

Kai Diekmann, founder of the agency StoryMachine and former editor-in-chief BILD, has been plunging into icy lakes throughout the winter for years, occasionally even into the Baltic Sea. At Unternehmertag, he invites both seasoned and first-time cold-water swimmers to join him on the morning of 19 March for a dip in Lake Tegernsee and to start the day invigorated by its bracing, ice-cold waters. / Meeting-Point: Lobby Seehotel Überfahrt

Intensive Pilates training under professional red light: as you strengthen your deep muscles, targeted light wavelengths penetrate the tissue and trigger immediate regenerative processes. Thirty minutes for measurable performance gains, up to 50% less muscle soreness, and a firmer, more energised you: strength and cellular optimisation in perfect harmony. / Location: Hotel Egerner Höfe, Yoga Room

The Unternehmertag takes place under Chatham House Rule

With Kathi Wörndl (TV Host, CMO StoryMachine), Philipp Hartmann (General Partner, Mountain X)

Opening Keynote by Dr Conny Boersch (Host, Founder, Mountain Partners & Unternehmertag)

Special Guest in conversation with Kai Diekmann (founder of StoryMachine and former Editor-in-Chief of BILD)

With Prof Lars-Hendrik Röller (Founder, Berlin Global Dialogue, former Chief Economist to Chancellor Merkel) and Prof Lucrezia Reichlin (Professor of Economics, London Business School), moderated by Anja Wehler-Schöck (Member of the Editorial Board, Der Tagesspiegel)

Keynote speech by Prof. Dr. Peter Bofinger (Senior Professor of Economics, University of Würzburg), moderated by Dr. Hans-Peter Siebenhaar (Member of the Editorial Board, FOCUS Money)

With: Dr Ferri Abolhassan (CEO T-Systems, Member of the Board of Management, Deutsche Telekom), Dr. Annika von Mutius (Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Empion, Member of the Board of Directors, AI Federal Association), Thomas Saueressig (Member of the Executive Board, SAP SE), Moderator: Marc Kowalsky (Deputy Editor-in-Chief, BILANZ)

Bill Anderson (CEO, Bayer AG) in conversation with Dr Hans-Peter Siebenhaar (Member of the Editorial Board, FOCUS Money), FOCUS Money Talk

Yulia Navalnaya (human rights activist, chair of the advisory board, FBK) in conversation with Paul Ronzheimer (deputy editor-in-chief, BILD, podcast “Ronzheimer”)

Christian Lindner (former German Minister of Finance) in conversation with Dr. Conny Boersch (host, founder, Mountain Partners & Unternehmertag)

Keynote by Dr Lars Schernikau (Energy Economist, Entrepreneur, Author)

With Dr Claudia Major (Senior Vice President Transatlantic Security, German Marshall Fund) and Prof Dr Sönke Neitzel (Professor of War Studies, University of Potsdam), Moderation: Anja Wehler-Schöck (Member of the Editorial Board, Der Tagesspiegel)

Dr Michael Schöllhorn (CEO, Airbus Defence & Space) in conversation with Chris Lunday (Reporter, POLITICO Europe)

Graça Machel-Mandela, DBE (Founder Graça Machel Trust, Mosambique) in conversation with Paul Ronzheimer (Deputy Editor-in-Chief, BILD, Podcast "Ronzheimer")

Keynote with Michael Mronz (Entrepreneur, Sports and Event Manager, Member of the IOC, CEO Westerwelle Foundation)

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Side-Events

Flow through dynamic yoga asanas bathed in therapeutic red light to activate your mitochondria – the powerhouses of your cells – for up to 200% more energy. In just 30 minutes, you will enhance flexibility, recovery and skin collagen while stimulating your parasympathetic nervous system and sinking into deep relaxation. An investment in your longevity: cellular rejuvenation paired with mindful presence / Location: Hotel Egerner Höfe, Yoga Room

Marco Jung and Sascha Jung are the founders of Jung & Jung – Life Enhancement and former members of the German special operations unit SEK. Their background gives them first-hand experience in handling pressure, stress and high-stakes performance. Today, they support entrepreneurs and high achievers in sustaining long-term productivity — physically as well as mentally. In a concise keynote, they will demonstrate how mindset, nutrition and training work together. This is followed by a functional bodyweight session that allows participants to experience their approach first-hand. / Location: Lobby and outside

Intensive Pilates training under professional red light: as you strengthen your deep muscles, targeted light wavelengths penetrate the tissue and trigger immediate regenerative processes. Thirty minutes for measurable performance gains, up to 50% less muscle soreness, and a firmer, more energised you: strength and cellular optimisation in perfect harmony. / Location: Hotel Egerner Höfe, Yoga Room

The Unternehmertag takes place under Chatham House Rule

With Kathi Woerndl (TV-Host, CMO StoryMachine) and Philipp Hartmann (General Partner, Mountain X)

Keynote Speech by Karl Nehammer (Vice President of the European Investment Bank Group (EIBG), former Chancellor of the Republic of Austria)

Dr. Adalbert Lechner (CEO, Lindt & Sprüngli Group) in conversation with Ole Tillmann (Advisor & Investor)

With Heiko Thoms (German Ambassador to Ukraine), Stefan D. Pauly (Riar Admiral (ret.), Senior Counsel, Head of the Board of Advisors, Eraneos from 04/26), moderated by Rixa Fürsen (Berlin Playbook reporter, POLITICO Germany)

With Oleksandr Danyliuk (President, Destinus, former Finance Minister of Ukraine) , Dr Andreas Schwer (CEO, Eectro Optic Sysstems), Host: Philipp Hartmann (General Partner, Mountain X)

With Dr Dr Regina Finsterhölzl (Senior R&D Scientist, Quantinuum), Markus Pflitsch (CEO, Terra Quantum), Thomas Treml (Cloud CTO, Microsoft Germany), Moderator: Marc Kowalsky (Deputy Editor-in-Chief, BILANZ)

With Prof. Yuval Noah Harari (historian, philosopher, bestselling author – online), Vanessa Cann (AI manager, entrepreneur, investor), Prof. Dr. Alexander Waibel (“The Godfather of AI,” professor of computer science, Carnegie Mellon University & KIT), moderator: Marc Kowalsky (deputy editor-in-chief, BILANZ)

Promising Founders pitch their Start-Ups. With Benjamin Bargetzi (CEO & Founder, Mindguard) / David Haiduk (Prokurist & Sales, SECANDA) and Katharina Liguda (Business Development & Sales, SECANDA) / Mirko Cesena (Founder, AMAZE Industries) / Jan Becker (CEO and Co-Founder, Apex.AI, Inc) / Host: Kathi Wörndl (TV Host, CMO StoryMachine)

Keynote: Dr Florence Gaub (Military Strategist, Director of Research, NATO Defense College, Rome)

With Niko Bullwinkel (CEO, Circus Group) and Tobias Rietzler (CEO & Founder, robominds), Moderation: Philipp Hartmann (General Partner, Mountain X)

With Dr Conny Boersch (Host, Founder Mountain Partners & Unternehmertag)

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