
Join the Sustainability Summit to grow your B2B network through valuable contacts and potential collaboration partners. Deepen your knowledge of current trends and strategies in sustainable innovation and gain insights from top-tier speakers.
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Here you can find an excerpt of the attendees of Sustainability Summit 2026
1komma5grad (written as 1KOMMA5°) is an energy supplier in the renewable energy sector that offers energy systems such as electricity storage, photovoltaic systems, heat pumps and wall boxes. Using artificial intelligence, 1komma5grad connects these technologies to form a virtual power plant that adapts energy production and consumption to the availability of sun and wind.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of ESG & Sustainability
50Hertz Transmission is a German transmission system operator responsible for the high-voltage electricity grid in northern and eastern Germany, ensuring secure and reliable power supply, integrating renewable energy sources such as wind power into the grid, and maintaining and expanding critical energy infrastructure to support the energy transition and European electricity market integration.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Reporting Officer
Attendees' job titles:
Managing DirectorProcurement | Supplier Impact & Sustainability Manager
AfB gGmbH is Europe’s largest nonprofit IT company. Through certified IT remarketing, AfB helps conserve environmental resources. At 20 locations across Germany, Austria, France, Switzerland, and Slovakia, AfB employs around 700 people, 49 % of whom have disabilities. The name AfB stands for “Arbeit für Menschen mit Behinderung” (“Work for People with Disabilities”). The brand afb social & green IT demonstrates how AfB combines economic success with ecological and social impact.
The business model of this IT refurbisher is based on long-term partnerships with more than 2,000 companies, banks, insurance providers, and public institutions. Since 2004, AfB has taken over their decommissioned IT and mobile devices, irreversibly erases all data, refurbishes the devices, installs new software, and sells them, mainly to private individuals, nonprofit organizations, and schools – with at least 12 months’ warranty.
For this green IT concept, AfB has received numerous awards, including the German Sustainability Award (2024, 2021, and 2012) and the German SDG Award (2022). AfB is audited and certified by TÜV Süd (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001), as a certified waste management company, and as a Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
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Procurement Strategy and ProjectsInnovationsmanager
Allianz ONE - Business Solutions GmbH offers a wide range of products and services in the areas of IT, operations, human resources, real estate management and building/catering services. It thus makes a very important contribution to the sustainable economic success of Allianz companies in Germany.
With our many years of experience and wide-ranging expertise, we offer the opportunity to quickly and pragmatically implement ideas developed together with our partners and to grow with existing and new tasks. After all, security and trust are the foundation of a strong, digital insurance company and the cornerstone for an attractive, customer-oriented and sustainable service in the future.
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Einkäufer im Zentralen Eventmanagement
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Sustainability Coordinator for the State of Styria
Amt für Stadtentwicklung und Statistik Stadt Köln is a municipal authority of the City of Cologne responsible for urban development planning and statistical analysis, providing data-based insights and decision-making support for public administration and policy, and contributing to the city’s strategic development in areas such as spatial planning, population trends, and urban infrastructure.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Coordinator
Anhalt University of Applied Sciences is a practice-oriented university offering a wide range of programs in engineering, business, design, and applied sciences. It combines academic excellence with hands-on education and promotes innovation, research, and international collaboration.
Attendees' job titles:
Research Assistant
Arethia is an international flavour and fragrance company headquartered in Reinbek, Germany with additional innovation and production sites in Switzerland, Dubai and Indonesia that specializes in creating high‑quality, tailor‑made taste and scent solutions for food and beverage, oral care, inhalation and other industries by combining deep market insights, scientific expertise and sustainable innovation to deliver superior sensory experiences and support global customers with a broad portfolio of ingredients and customized products.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Global ProcurementSustainability Manager
ARRK Engineering is a globally active development partner for the automotive and mobility industry, specializing in comprehensive support throughout the entire product development process — from the concept phase through series development to the validation and system integration of mechanical and electronic components.
Audi AG is a German automobile manufacturer that designs, engineers, produces, markets and distributes luxury vehicles. Audi is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group and has its roots at Ingolstadt, Bavaria, Germany.
Attendees' job titles:
Head Of Procurement Wiring Harness / Special CablesEnvironmental Protection Officer
Audi Formula Racing refers to Audi’s involvement in professional motorsport, particularly in Formula racing series. From 2026, Audi will officially enter Formula 1 as a works team, taking over the Sauber team. The aim is to develop innovative powertrain technologies and further strengthen the brand in global motorsport.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
Aurubis AG is one of the world's largest copper producers and the world's largest copper recycler based in Germany.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Decarbonization
B&O Service is a German service company specializing in technical building services, maintenance, and modernization of residential and commercial properties. The company provides solutions for heating, plumbing, electrical systems, and energy-efficient renovations, supporting housing companies and property owners in ensuring safe, efficient, and sustainable building operations.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability / ESG Officer
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Purchasing Area ManagerHead of Procurement DigitalizationDirector Circular Economy
BAUHAUS is a German home improvement and DIY retail chain specializing in products and services for construction, renovation, and gardening, offering a wide range of building materials, tools, plumbing, electrical, and garden supplies for both private and business customers, complemented by in-store expert advice and services.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Sustainability
Bayer Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, is a listed chemical and pharmaceutical group with a total of around 89,000 employees. Business is conducted through the three divisions Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health and Crop Science.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability & Risk Manager
Beiersdorf AG is a German multinational company that manufactures and retails personal-care products and pressure-sensitive adhesives.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategic Buyer EUHead of Procurement D/CHHead of Global Procurement MediaSr Manager Packaging DigitalisationStrategic Buyer for Consulting & HR ServicesRegional Buyer Procurement Europe
As BEW Berliner Energie und Wärme, they are part of the Berlin state family. Their mission is to reliably supply the capital with heat and energy at all times. To achieve this, they provide district heating and cooling as well as decentralised energy solutions. Whether district heating from Berlin's combined heat and power plants or heat contracting with decentralised technologies - climate-friendly generation and supply is at the heart of their activities as a heat and energy provider.
For Berlin, they are also tackling one of the biggest issues of our time: the heating transition. For our common goal - a climate-neutral capital by 2045.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Direct PurchasingEnvironmental Protection and Sustainability Officer
With our basic research and development of immunotherapies, we aim to improve the health of people worldwide by utilising the full potential of the immune system to fight cancer and infectious diseases. We are driven by our belief in scientific precision, innovation and passion. BioNTech was founded by scientists and physicians to improve people's lives through the combination of science and its optimal implementation.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Director Procurement ExcellenceAssociate Director Procurement Analytics & ReportingAssociate Director Procurement Processes and SystemsDirector Environmental Programs & ProtectionSpecialist Procurement Data Analytics
Bioscientia Healthcare is a German healthcare company that provides medical laboratory and diagnostic services. It offers a wide range of lab tests and analyses to deliver reliable diagnostic results to physicians and healthcare institutions, supporting diagnosis, therapy, and disease prevention. Bioscientia Healthcare places strong emphasis on high quality and safety standards, cutting-edge laboratory technologies, and close collaboration with medical professionals to ensure effective patient care. The company also contributes to research and development in the healthcare sector.
Attendees' job titles:
Environmental Management Officer
blowUP media is an internationally active media and advertising company and a member of the Ströer Group, specializing in large‑format outdoor advertising for more than thirty years. With a network of around 300 locations across major European cities, it provides high‑impact surfaces such as giant posters, digital screens, and advertising towers that deliver maximum visibility and emotional presence for brands in public spaces. blowUP media collaborates with brands, agencies, property owners, and municipalities to create creative, effective out‑of‑home campaigns, while increasingly focusing on sustainable products and solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
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Vice President Corporate Responsibility, Technical Product & SourcingCorporate Responsibility Manager Circularity and Sustainable Products
The Bosch Group is a leading international technology and services company with around 395,000 employees worldwide. In the business year 2020, it generated sales of 71.5 billion euros. Its activities are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.
Attendees' job titles:
Management & Senior ConsultantSustainability Director
Brot für die Welt (Bread for the World) is the globally active development organization of the Protestant regional and free churches in Germany, committed since 1959 to promoting global justice, overcoming hunger and poverty, and improving living conditions for disadvantaged people. Working with more than 1,600 partner organizations in over 80 countries, the organization supports projects focused on food security, education, healthcare, human rights, climate adaptation, democracy, and civil society strengthening. In addition to development cooperation, Brot für die Welt engages in policy advocacy, public awareness, and educational work to address structural inequalities and contribute to a just, sustainable world.
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Corporate Partnerships & Foundations
For more than 75 years, the Bundesverband der Energie-Abnehmer e.V. (VEA for short) has been supporting small and medium-sized companies and the public sector as an energy consultant and representative of their interests. As a registered association, the VEA is independent of energy suppliers and other companies.
Attendees' job titles:
Project Manager SustainabilityProject Manager
Campus M21 is a private educational institution with campuses in Munich and Nuremberg, specialising in practical management courses. The programmes are closely linked to the business world and often include real-world projects as well as small study groups to ensure personalised support. The degrees (Bachelor’s and Master’s) are awarded in cooperation with Mittweida University of Applied Sciences and are therefore state-recognised.
Attendees' job titles:
Adjunct Professor
The Caritas Association Düsseldorf is a non-profit organization that provides social services and advisory support for people in various life situations. This includes assistance for families, children, youth, seniors, people with disabilities, as well as support for refugees and individuals in need. The association is committed to social responsibility, integration, and equal opportunities, and it works to promote social inclusion, sustainable social work, and the improvement of quality of life in the Düsseldorf region.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Officer and Energy Management Officer
Catella is one of the leading specialists in real estate investment and fund management and operates in 12 countries.
Attendees' job titles:
ESG / Sustainability Manager
Celanese is a global U.S.-based chemical and specialty materials company that develops and produces engineered polymers, acetyl products, and performance materials used in automotive, industrial, consumer, medical, and electronics applications, with a focus on innovation in materials science and high-performance solutions for a wide range of industries.
Attendees' job titles:
Global Sustainability Manager Elastomers
coac GmbH is a Cologne-based technology and consulting company specializing in data-driven innovation, business intelligence, and AI-powered solutions. The company primarily supports clients in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors in digitalizing business processes, developing digital products, and building data and compliance solutions. By combining consulting, software development, and data analytics, coac GmbH helps organizations become more efficient, transparent, and future-ready.
Attendees' job titles:
Managing DirectorSenior Export EHS & Analytics
Commerzbank AG is one of Germany’s leading universal banks, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main and founded in 1870. It provides a wide range of financial services for private individuals, corporate clients, and institutions, including payments, lending, capital markets, and asset management. As a key partner for the German Mittelstand and one of the largest financiers of foreign trade, Commerzbank operates an extensive international network with a presence in major financial centers worldwide. With a strong focus on digitalization, sustainability, and customer-centric solutions, the bank supports economic growth and helps clients navigate the transition toward a more digital and sustainable future.
Attendees' job titles:
Project Manager ESG Framework & Data
Computacenter is an international IT services provider headquartered in Hatfield, United Kingdom, supporting corporate and public sector organizations in designing, implementing, and managing their IT infrastructure. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio including IT consulting, procurement, integration, managed services, as well as cloud, security, and workplace solutions to enable digital transformation and efficient business operations. With around 20,000 employees worldwide and a strong presence across Europe and North America, Computacenter is one of the leading independent providers of IT infrastructure services.
Attendees' job titles:
EHS ManagerProject Manager Sustainability
CPC AG is a consulting firm focused on strategy, organization, and transformation. It supports organizations in overcoming complex challenges, optimizing processes, and successfully implementing sustainable change. With deep expertise and a holistic approach, CPC AG delivers tailored solutions for long-term business success.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Manager
DATA MODUL AG is an internationally operating technology company specializing in display, touch, and embedded solutions, supporting customers from industries such as industrial, medical, and automotive with both standard and customized system solutions. The company combines technological expertise with strong innovation capabilities and places a high value on quality, reliability, and sustainable development. Through energy-efficient technologies, durable components, and resource-conserving processes, DATA MODUL contributes to reducing environmental impact and electronic waste.
Datev eG is a software house and IT service provider for tax consultants, auditors and lawyers, but also for their clients, such as medium-sized companies, municipalities, associations and institutions. The focus is on the tax advisor market.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of ProcurementHead of Sustainability
De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek is a leading Dutch law firm advising companies, financial institutions, and governments on complex legal matters. The firm offers expertise in areas such as corporate law, M&A, dispute resolution, employment law, and tax law. Through practical advice, deep legal knowledge, and international connections, De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek helps clients navigate legal challenges efficiently and achieve their strategic objectives.
Attendees' job titles:
ESG Project manager
DEICHMANN SE is the market leader in the German and European shoe retail trade, operates more than 4,200 stores and is represented in 31 different countries.
Attendees' job titles:
Teamlead ESG Governance CSR
With more than 45,000 employees and a turnover of around 3.3 billion euros, Dekra is Germany's largest and one of the world's leading inspection companies.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Corporate SustainabilityTeam Lead Corporate Sustainability
Depenbrock is a German construction and civil engineering company that provides comprehensive services in building construction, infrastructure projects, road and bridge construction, and project planning. The company focuses on high-quality, reliable execution of construction projects for public and private clients, while integrating modern technologies and efficient processes. Depenbrock also places emphasis on sustainability by using environmentally conscious building methods, energy‑efficient solutions, and resource‑saving practices to meet both ecological and economic goals throughout the project lifecycle.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability & Energy Manager
When it comes to real estate, Deutsche Investment is a reliable partner for institutional investors. Under the umbrella of the Deutsche Investment Group, it currently manages investment assets of around EUR 3.2 billion at seven locations with around 360 specialists. In addition to tailor-made investment options, the real estate specialist offers investors integrated and highly professional real estate services such as fund, asset, transaction, property, facility management and project development. The company always acts sustainably and according to high, self-defined values. Deutsche Investment assumes responsibility for people and real estate in equal measure and always has the future in mind. This symbiotic way of thinking and acting ensures that Deutsche Investment will continue to provide investors with solid capital investments with balanced risk/return potential, tenants with well-maintained properties in which they enjoy living and working, and team members with a stable working environment.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Fund Controlling and ESG Regulation
As one of the world's most valuable brands, we design innovative solutions and products in the areas of connectivity, networks, digitalization and security. #connectingyourworld
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Digital Sustainability Solutions und Vorsitzender Charta digitale Vernetzung e.V.
The German Golf Association (Deutscher Golf Verband, DGV) is the national governing body for golf in Germany, representing the interests of golfers, golf clubs, and association members. It promotes the development of golf at all levels—from amateur to professional—and supports the training and education of players and coaches. The DGV is also committed to nurturing young talent, organizing tournaments, ensuring compliance with rules and standards, and promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly practices at golf courses.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
DMK Deutsches Milchkontor GmbH is one of Germany's largest dairy companies. It was formed through the merger of two cooperative companies in northern Germany, Humana Milchunion and Nordmilch, which were already Germany's largest milk processors.
Attendees' job titles:
Procurement Expert Sustainability & Project Manager
Diakonie Nord Nord Ost – Because your well-being matters! With over 100 facilities in Schleswig-Holstein and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, we are one of the largest diaconal organizations in northern Germany. Our team of more than 4,500 employees — with and without disabilities — works every day to support people in all stages of life. Whether seniors, children and youth, families, or people in challenging life situations, we are there to help where it is needed most.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
The DIHK (German Chamber of Industry and Commerce) is the umbrella organization for the German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (IHKs) and represents the interests of around 3.6 million companies from industry, trade, and services at both national and international levels. The DIHK coordinates the concerns of its member chambers, supports businesses on economic policy issues, promotes education and workforce development, provides advice on legal and tax matters, and participates in legislative processes. It also offers networks, publications, and events to strengthen the competitiveness of the German economy and foster dialogue between business, politics, and society.
Attendees' job titles:
Advisor for Circular Economy, Environmental and Resource Policy
Many banks don’t even know what they truly stand for — we do! Since our founding in 1990 as Deutsche Kreditbank, we have stood by our name: loans for Germany. For everything people need to live. Our aspiration: to be a #moneyimprover Risky investment banking has never been an option for us — and it never will be. Even today, with more than EUR 52 billion (approximately 73% of our loans to business customers), we make a significant contribution to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. More than 5.2 million customers trust our services and are happy to recommend us to others.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Central Purchasing
dm drogerie markt is one of the top employers in Austria: in the dm stores and in the dm hairdressing and cosmetics studios, young professionals and experienced specialists will find a wide range of career opportunities. There are also other exciting career fields at the headquarters in Salzburg: Expansion, Finance & Controlling, IT, Marketing & Purchasing, HR and at the distribution center in Enns.
dm drogerie markt is one of the largest drugstore chains in Central and Eastern Europe. With almost 7,000 employees, dm drogerie markt is one of the largest employers in Austria. The headquarters in Salzburg is the hub for Austria and for expansion into countries in Central and South Eastern Europe.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Strategic Sourcing
Parfümerie Douglas GmbH & Co. KG is an international chain of perfumeries founded in Hamburg in 1910 and based in Düsseldorf. Until 2017, the company was part of Douglas Holding and, since 1 June 2015, 85 per cent of it was owned by financial investor CVC Capital Partners and 15 per cent by the Kreke family.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Group Sustainability & Quality AssuranceManager ESG & Sustainability
DPD Germany is a leading parcel delivery and logistics company operating in Germany as part of the international DPDgroup network. It offers reliable domestic and international parcel shipping services for private and business customers, with a focus on fast delivery, digital tracking solutions, and customer service. DPD Germany also places emphasis on sustainability by investing in environmentally friendly technologies, optimizing transport routes, and expanding the use of electric and alternative fuel vehicles to reduce emissions and improve efficiency across its delivery network.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Expert Corporate Sustainability
Dr. Oetker is a German family-owned food company based in Bielefeld, founded in 1891 by August Oetker. The company first made its name with baking powder and later developed into an international group offering products such as cake mixes, desserts and frozen pizzas.
Today, Dr Oetker operates in over 40 countries and is part of the Oetker Group, which is active in other sectors as well as the food industry.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Sustainability
Dräger is a leading international medical and safety technology company. Since 1889, we at Dräger have been developing pioneering devices and solutions that people all over the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, the most important thing is at stake: life. Whether in clinical applications, industry, mining or rescue services: Dräger products protect, support and save lives.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Sustainability ManagerHuman Rights OfficerChief Sustainability & Quality Officer - Member of the Executive BoardProject Manager PurchasingProject Manager Supply Chain Sustainability
DSR Hotel Holding currently operates 34 hotels and resorts within five growth-oriented hotel and resort brands as well as two traditional individual hotels. As a medium-sized company with strong shareholders, DSR Hotel Holding combines many years of experience and know-how within the tourism sector with innovation, agile practices and holistic and sustainable entrepreneurial action.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Sustainability
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Strategic BuyerESG & Integrity Officer | Corporate Governance
ecoLocked creates functional, CO2-negative building material additives and helps the construction industry build with climate-friendly concrete and other materials.
Attendees' job titles:
Chief Growth & Communications Officer
Enerparc AG is an internationally active renewable energy company specializing in the development, construction, and operation of photovoltaic systems. The company supports the energy transition through sustainable solar projects, combining technical expertise with extensive experience to deliver efficient and economically viable clean energy solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Intern
The Eppendorf Group is an internationally active life sciences company headquartered in Hamburg, specializing in laboratory and medical technology solutions for research, biotechnology, and clinical diagnostics. Its product portfolio includes precision pipettes, centrifuges, sample vessels, sample preparation systems, and automation solutions for laboratory workflows. Eppendorf places strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and sustainability, supporting scientists and professionals worldwide in achieving accurate, reliable, and efficient results—from basic research to biopharmaceutical production.
Attendees' job titles:
Manager Product Sustainability & Circular Economy
ESCP Business School is an internationally renowned business school with campuses in several European cities. It offers a wide range of bachelor’s, master’s, and executive programs in management, business, and entrepreneurship. With a strong emphasis on international perspectives, practical education, and innovative research, the school prepares students for leadership roles in global organizations.
Attendees' job titles:
Professor for Corporate Sustainability
EUROGATE is a European container terminal and logistics company specializing in the operation of seaport terminals, container handling, hinterland transportation, and integrated logistics solutions for international supply chains, with a strong presence at major European port locations, enabling efficient movement of goods between seaports and inland destinations.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Officer
The global EY organization is a market leader in audit, tax, transaction and management advisory services. With our experience, our knowledge and our services, we strengthen confidence in the economy and the financial markets worldwide. We are ideally equipped to do so: with excellently trained employees, strong teams, excellent services and proverbial customer service. Our goal is to move things forward and make them significantly better - for our employees, our clients and the society in which we live. This is what our global claim “Building a better working world” stands for.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Consultant
Fainin is an innovative company specializing in digital solutions and data-driven services. It helps businesses optimize processes, make informed decisions, and unlock new growth opportunities by combining modern technologies with practical approaches.
Attendees' job titles:
Co-Founder
FERCHAU is a German engineering and IT services company that provides technical staffing, project support, and development services across industries such as automotive, aerospace, mechanical engineering, energy, and IT; it connects highly qualified engineers, IT specialists, and technical experts with client projects and supports companies in executing complex development and innovation projects.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
Firmengruppe Max Bögl is a German construction and engineering company specializing in infrastructure, building, and civil engineering projects, as well as innovative solutions in areas such as renewable energy, transport systems, and precast construction, operating internationally with a strong focus on integrated, sustainable, and technologically advanced construction and engineering solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager – Building Construction
Fjällräven AB (Swedish for Arctic fox, literally ‘the mountain fox’) is a Swedish company specialising in outdoor equipment, outdoor and functional clothing.
The company, based in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden, was founded in 1960 by Åke Nordin.
Attendees' job titles:
Global Sustainability Director
The Fraunhofer Institute for Intelligent Analysis and Information Systems IAIS, based in Sankt Augustin near Bonn with locations in Dresden and Heilbronn, is one of the leading institutions for applied research in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and generative AI in Germany and Europe.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Team Leader
As a digital lifestyle provider, freenet AG comprises telecommunications, Internet, energy and TV as well as all services, applications and devices that can be connected to or controlled by mobile devices.
Attendees' job titles:
ESG Reporting ManagerSustainability Manager
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Manager Sustainability & Public AffairsHead of Sustainability & Public Affairs
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft (known as Metallgesellschaft until 2000 and mg technologies from 2000 to 2005) is the parent company of the GEA Group, a listed industrial group based in Düsseldorf. The GEA Group is listed on the DAX.The group comprises more than 250 operating subsidiaries worldwide, which supply process technology and components for various production processes, primarily in the food and beverage industries.
Attendees' job titles:
Moderator
GIFTD GmbH is a German technology and platform company based in Berlin that specializes in influencer marketing and gifting campaigns. The company operates a digital platform that enables brands to send products to content creators and community members in order to generate authentic advertising and social media reach. GIFTD aims to connect brands with relevant target audiences and to efficiently facilitate product testing and collaborations through community-driven and influencer-based campaigns.
Attendees' job titles:
Customer Success Manager
Goldbeck GmbH (proper spelling: GOLDBECK) is the parent company of the Goldbeck Group, a construction company based in Bielefeld.
It is mainly active in commercial and public building construction. It has over 100 locations, including 15 plants in Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic and Denmark.
Attendees' job titles:
Team Lead Procurement ExcellenceStrategic Procurement ManagerProjektmanager
govshare is a digital platform designed to facilitate collaboration, knowledge exchange, and networking among public sector professionals, government agencies, and organizations involved in public administration. It enables users to share best practices, policy insights, tools, data, and project experiences to improve governance, innovation, and public service delivery. By fostering a community of practice and providing resources tailored to governmental needs, govshare supports learning, efficiency, and cooperation across different levels of government and sectors.
Attendees' job titles:
Founder & Managing Director
H. Gautzsch Zentrale Dienste is the central service unit of the H. Gautzsch Group, a wholesale company specializing in electrical installation materials, building technology, and industrial supplies; the central services provide supporting functions such as administration, procurement, IT, marketing, and organizational management for the group’s affiliated companies and locations.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior ESG-Manager
We operate Hamburg’s gas, electricity, and hydrogen networks. Making Hamburg possible together.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Officer
Hansgrohe SE is a German manufacturer of sanitary products such as fittings, showers, thermostats, drains and bathroom accessories. Its headquarters are in Schiltach in the Black Forest in the district of Rottweil in Baden-Württemberg.
The company was founded in 1901 by Hans Grohe. Hansgrohe should not be confused with the company Grohe, which also manufactures fittings and was taken over by Hans Grohe's son Friedrich.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Corporate SustainabilityConsultant Corporate Sustainability
Hapag-Lloyd AG is a transport and logistics company headquartered in Hamburg.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Global Terminal & Transport ProcurementDirector Sustainability Projects
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Editor-in-Chief Sustainability
Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, headquartered in Düsseldorf-Holthausen, is a publicly listed German company in the consumer goods and adhesives industry with global brands and technologies in the business areas of Consumer Brands (laundry/cleaning products, hair) and Adhesive Technologies (adhesives).
Attendees' job titles:
Global Head of Sustainability Hair ProfessionalSenior Manager Sustainability Transformation Ingredients
HP Inc. (Hewlett-Packard Company until 1 November 2015) is one of the largest US PC and printer manufacturers, registered in Wilmington, Delaware, with its corporate headquarters in Palo Alto, California.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
Today, IBM offers solutions in the cloud, software and hardware sectors as well as industry-specific consulting and implementation services. IBM also operates the largest development centre outside the USA with global development expertise, based in Böblingen.
Attendees' job titles:
Strategy ConsultantMarket Sales Leader DACH, Brand Sustainability SoftwareSenior Sustainability Software Sales Leader
Igefa SE & Co. KG (proper spelling igefa) is a trading company based in Neumünster. Igefa supplies its customers with goods and services outside the food sector. It serves the commercial cleaning, hotel, restaurant and catering, healthcare, industry and transport sectors as well as the public sector.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
The INIW Institute for Sustainable Real Estate Management prepares a carbon footprint for your property, including the CO2 bound in the material. It advises on refurbishments in order to reduce the total greenhouse gas emissions bound in the building and generated operationally. The institute creates planning certainty with regard to all legal requirements for real sustainability in existing buildings.
Attendees' job titles:
Management Director & Founding Partner
innoscripta is a technology company that develops and delivers digital solutions, often with a focus on scientific research, engineering, and data‑driven innovation. The company specializes in software tools and platforms that support complex workflows, data analysis, automation, and collaboration across technical and scientific teams. With an emphasis on flexibility, user‑centred design, and technological excellence, innoscripta helps organizations increase efficiency, improve accuracy, and enhance decision‑making in research, development, and operational processes. (If you want a more tailored version — e.g., for a sector like biotech, software engineering, or manufacturing — I can refine it further.)
Attendees' job titles:
Partner | Teamlead B2B Sales & Innovation Consulting
The IT System House of the Federal Employment Agency is the central IT department of Germany’s Federal Employment Agency. It is responsible for planning, developing, operating, and maintaining the IT systems and applications that support the agency’s labor market and social services. This includes software solutions for job placement, career counseling, benefits administration, data analysis, and internal administrative processes. The IT System House ensures IT infrastructure, security, and data availability, supports digitalization initiatives, and enables the Federal Employment Agency to operate efficiently, reliably, and with a strong service orientation.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
IU International University of Applied Sciences (German: IU Internationale Hochschule) is a private for-profit university of applied sciences based in Erfurt, Germany. It opened in 2000 and was formerly known as the International University of Applied Sciences Bad Honnef / Bonn (Internationale Fachhochschule Bad Honnef/Bonn or IFH).
IU provides vocational programs in German and English, for which it offers in-person teaching on campus as well as distance or blended learning. The university offers separate German (iu.de) and international (iu.org) programmes. With over 130,000 enrolled students, IU is the largest state-accredited university in Germany as of the summer semester of 2021 and features amongst the largest universities in the world.
Attendees' job titles:
Program Director M.A. Online Marketing & Customer Centricity (B.A.) & Head of Research Center for Sustainable Media & Marketing (RCSMM)
iwis is an internationally active company specializing in precision chain systems and mechatronic drive solutions. The company develops and manufactures high-quality chain drives, timing systems, and components used primarily in the automotive industry as well as in industrial applications such as mechanical engineering and agriculture. iwis focuses on innovation, reliability, and efficiency, providing solutions that optimize performance, reduce wear, and contribute to more sustainable and energy-efficient drive systems.
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Director of Sustainability Management
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International consultant in climate finance, climate projects, environmental sustainability, and energy transition
Founded in Hamburg in 1909, the distribution and service company Jebsen & Jessen is part of a globally operating, family-run group of companies with more than 100 companies. With four business divisions - Trading Solutions, Textiles, Garnet Sand and Industrial Services - the Jebsen & Jessen Hamburg Group is present in more than 80 countries with its own locations or through exclusive business partnerships.
Attendees' job titles:
ESG Manager
Johann Bunte Bauunternehmung is a German construction company that offers comprehensive services in building construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, and transport projects. The company executes complex construction projects for both public clients and private investors, covering all project phases from planning and execution to completion. Johann Bunte places a strong emphasis on quality, reliability, and efficiently organized construction processes. The company is also committed to sustainability by employing environmentally friendly construction methods, resource-efficient materials, and innovative technologies to meet both ecological and economic requirements.
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Energy Management Officer
Josef Witt GmbH is a German mail-order and e-commerce retail company specializing in fashion and lifestyle products, operating primarily through catalog and online sales, and focusing on clothing, shoes, and home-related goods for a broad customer base, particularly in the value-oriented retail segment.
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Senior CR Manager
key2contract GmbH is a Berlin‑based legal tech company offering digital contract management and eSignature solutions for businesses. Through its Inhubber software platform, it enables centralized creation, management, and legally compliant digital signing of contracts, automates deadlines and tasks, and leverages artificial intelligence for legal document analysis. The solution supports eIDAS‑compliant electronic signatures, robust security and compliance standards, and multiple deployment options (cloud or on‑premise). key2contract serves clients across industries and public sector organizations looking to make their contract processes more efficient, secure, and transparent.
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CEO
Klenk & Hoursch AG is a German consulting and analysis firm specializing in decision intelligence. The company helps organizations make better, data‑driven decisions by combining strategic consulting with advanced analytics, research, and scenario modeling. Its services include risk and opportunity analysis, market and competitive intelligence, and support in complex strategic planning processes. Klenk & Hoursch AG emphasizes clarity, analytical rigor, and practical relevance to enable clients across industries to navigate uncertainty, optimize strategies, and drive sustainable growth.
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Senior Consultant
KLIMA° vor acht e. V. is a non-profit association based in Singen. Its goal is to persuade public broadcasters ‘to produce scientifically sound climate reporting that is broadcast daily during prime time and reaches as many viewers as possible.’
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Founder & Spokesperson
Koorvi is an innovative company specializing in digital solutions and modern technologies. It helps businesses optimize processes, increase efficiency, and achieve sustainable growth. With a forward-thinking approach, Koorvi combines technological expertise with practical strategies to deliver tailored and scalable solutions across various industries.
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Co-Founder & CEO
KPMG is a global network of legally independent firms with more than 227,000 employees in 146 countries and territories. In Germany, around 12,500 people work for KPMG at 26 locations.
The business units at a glance:
Audit - auditing of consolidated and annual financial statements.
Tax - all of KPMG's tax advisory activities
Advisory - expertise in business, regulatory and transaction-oriented topics
We provide cross-divisional expertise in many business areas. Our employees operate globally and know what needs to be done locally.
We know what matters in complex structures. We act across borders to achieve your set growth targets. KPMG is your partner who identifies social possibilities, opportunities and ways to influence developments and steer growth.
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Managerin | ESG StrategyAssistant Manager
Lesjöfors is an internationally active company based in Sweden and one of the world’s leading manufacturers of technical springs, wire and strip components, as well as stamped and bent parts for various industries. The company offers both a wide range of standardized products and customized solutions used in sectors such as industrial engineering, automotive, medical technology, and renewable energy. Lesjöfors operates a global production and distribution network with numerous locations in Europe, Asia, and North America, serving customers worldwide. The group has a long tradition in spring technology and is today part of the Beijer Alma Group, an international industrial conglomerate.
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Sustainability Manager
The LVM Group offers services in the areas of insurance, pensions and financial services. Over 3.92 million private individuals and companies are customers of LVM Versicherung and have taken out around 15.1 million policies.
Attendees' job titles:
Sales Specialist Sustainability
Mann + Hummel GmbH is an internationally active German filtration specialist headquartered in Ludwigsburg that develops and manufactures filtration and separation technologies for automotive and industrial customers, including air, oil and fuel filters as well as solutions for water and air purification, and is known worldwide for high quality and performance standards, innovative filtration technologies and a wide range of applications.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Procurement EuropeDirector Global Sustainability & CSR
Markant Services International is a Swiss-based service and platform company that supports retail and trading businesses by providing centralized services such as procurement, data management, payment processing, logistics coordination, and commercial services, helping companies optimize purchasing processes, efficiency, and collaboration across supply chains.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Sustainability Services
Mercedes-Benz commonly referred to as Mercedes and sometimes as Benz, is a German luxury and commercial vehicle automotive brand established in 1926. Mercedes-Benz AG is headquartered in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Mercedes-Benz AG produces consumer luxury vehicles and light commercial vehicles badged as Mercedes-Benz. From November 2019 onwards, Mercedes-Benz-badged heavy commercial vehicles (trucks and buses) are managed by Daimler Truck, a former part of the Mercedes-Benz Group turned into an independent company in late 2021. In 2018, Mercedes-Benz was the largest brand of premium vehicles in the world, having sold 2.31 million passenger cars.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Expert Corporate Sustainability
At Merck, known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, we are unified around our purpose: We use the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world. For more than 130 years, we have brought hope to humanity through the development of important medicines and vaccines. We aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company in the world – and today, we are at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Category Chemicals - Sourcing Life Science
Messem Maroc is a Moroccan company based in Larache, specializing in the production and export of frozen fruits, particularly frozen strawberries, as well as other fruit and vegetable products. Founded in 2012, the company is part of the Messem Group, which has locations in Europe and Morocco. Messem Maroc supplies high-quality frozen fruits to international food and wholesale markets, emphasizing quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships with both producers and customers.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability manager
meteoblue is a Swiss company specializing in high-precision weather forecasting, climate data, and meteorological analysis. The company develops data-driven weather models and digital solutions for industries such as energy, agriculture, aviation, and logistics, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable weather and climate information.
Attendees' job titles:
Team Lead Climate Risk
Navigo Proteins is a successful, fast-growing biotechnology company based in Halle (Saale), Germany, specializing in protein engineering. It develops innovative, custom affinity ligands and proteins for the biopharmaceutical industry and operates two core technology platforms: Precision Capturing® for optimized, custom affinity chromatography solutions that streamline purification of biologics and Precision Targeting for creating next-generation biotherapeutics and diagnostics, including targeted ligands for therapeutic and radiopharmaceutical applications. With a highly skilled team, proprietary technologies, and strong partnerships across pharma, biotech, and life sciences, Navigo Proteins advances cutting-edge biopharmaceutical product development and manufacturing processes.
Attendees' job titles:
Commercial Employee
Nespresso is a subsidiary brand of the Nestlé Group and is one of the major players in the coffee market. The company employs around 10,000–13,500 people worldwide and generates an estimated annual turnover of approximately €5.2–6.8 billion.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager Germany
Oetker Collection KG (until 2025: Geschwister Oetker Beteiligungen KG), headquartered in Bielefeld, East Westphalia, is one of the largest internationally active German family-owned companies. It was formed in 2021 with the division of the Oetker Group.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Sustainability Manager
PageExecutive is a specialized executive search and talent management consultancy that supports companies in filling leadership positions by delivering tailored, sustainable solutions through market expertise, strong networks, and discreet advisory services.
Attendees' job titles:
Associate Partner
The WWF (World Wide Fund For Nature, known as the World Wildlife Fund until 1986) is a foundation under Swiss law based in Gland, in the canton of Vaud. It was founded in 1961 and is one of the largest international nature conservation and environmental protection organisations. The WWF's emblem is the giant panda. The WWF is committed to preserving the Earth's biological diversity, the sustainable use of natural resources and the reduction of environmental pollution and harmful consumption patterns.
The organisation has offices in over 80 countries and is supported by over five million people. Since the WWF was founded, 11.5 billion US dollars have been invested in over 13,000 projects worldwide. The WWF is mainly financed by donations. The WWF has been involved in the establishment of many other organisations and initiatives, including the Forest Stewardship Council and the Marine Stewardship Council.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Corporate CommunicationsHead of One Planet Business Consulting
Philip Morris International is a global tobacco company headquartered in Switzerland that manufactures and sells cigarettes and reduced-risk nicotine products in international markets, with a strategic focus on transitioning toward smoke-free alternatives such as heated tobacco and other nicotine delivery systems.
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Senior Manager Sustainability Policy
Attendees' job titles:
Head of SustainabilityIT-Spezialist
Porsche AG is a German motor vehicle manufacturer based in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen. The origin of the company is a design office founded by Ferdinand Porsche in Stuttgart in 1931, which was merged into an automobile factory after 1945, producing mainly sports cars.
Attendees' job titles:
Department of Environment & DecarbonisationProject Manager Sustainable Supply Chain
PowerCo is a German battery company of the Volkswagen Group focused on developing, producing, and scaling battery cell manufacturing for electric vehicles, as well as managing the associated supply chain and industrialization of battery technology, with the goal of supporting the group’s transition to electric mobility through standardized and large-scale battery production in Europe and beyond.
Attendees' job titles:
Assistant to the Head of Sustainability Department
Private Alpha is a Zurich-based financial advisory and wealth management firm that focuses on providing investment consulting, portfolio management, and tailored financial solutions for private and institutional clients, emphasizing personalized strategies, risk management, and long-term wealth optimization.
Attendees' job titles:
Business Development
PwC Germany is one of the leading auditing and consulting firms, employing over 15,000 people at 20 locations. The company offers services in audit, tax and legal advisory, and business consulting. It stands for quality, innovation, and a values-driven corporate culture. PwC supports clients in navigating digital and economic transformation.
Attendees' job titles:
DirectorSenior Manager
Rheinbahn AG is a leading public transport company providing reliable and sustainable mobility solutions for cities and regions. With a comprehensive network of bus and rail services, the company plays a key role in urban mobility while focusing on innovation, efficiency, and environmental sustainability.
Attendees' job titles:
Team Leader Purchasing / Material & Services
Rhomberg Holding is the parent company of the internationally active Rhomberg Group, a family-run construction and infrastructure company based in Bregenz (Austria). The holding company oversees the strategic management and investments of the group, which operates primarily in the sectors of construction, resource management and railway technology. The long-established company was founded in 1886 and is now active both in Europe and internationally, with several subsidiaries and sites.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Business Development
right. based on science is a company focused on science-based solutions for sustainability and decarbonization. It helps organizations measure emissions transparently, set science-based climate targets, and implement effective strategies to reduce carbon footprints.
Attendees' job titles:
Co-founder & Managing Director
Rossmann is one of Europe's largest drugstore chains. Founded in 1972 by Dirk Roßmann, the company generated sales of €15.3 billion in 2024 and has 2,311 stores in Germany with around 40,500 employees.
Attendees' job titles:
IT Sustainability Expert
RSAG (Regensburger Stadtwerke AG) is a regional public transport and mobility company based in Regensburg, Germany. It operates bus and tram services, provides mobility solutions for residents and visitors, and is involved in sustainable urban transport planning. The company focuses on reliable, efficient, and environmentally friendly public transportation, integrating modern technologies and services to enhance accessibility, reduce emissions, and improve the quality of everyday travel within the region.
Attendees' job titles:
Climate and Sustainability Manager
Schaeffler Special Machinery offers comprehensive solutions from a single source – from the initial idea and plant concept to stable series production. The company has been developing and implementing customer-specific machines and plants for over 60 years. Innovative approaches, creative engineering and comprehensive manufacturing expertise characterise the company's service profile and make Schaeffler Special Machinery a preferred partner for individual production solutions. Its core competencies lie in the areas of assembly systems, testing systems, machining equipment, and handling technology. In close cooperation with customers, cross-industry production solutions are developed that are precisely tailored to the respective production requirements.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Sustainability
Schroders is a UK-based global asset management company that provides investment management, wealth management, and advisory services to institutional investors, financial intermediaries, and private clients, offering active investment strategies across equities, fixed income, multi-asset, private markets, and sustainable investing solutions.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
Schwartauer Werke is a long‑established German food company based in Bad Schwartau, Schleswig‑Holstein, producing high‑quality fruit products, spreads, syrups, dessert sauces, and muesli and protein bars since 1899. As a leading manufacturer in the jam and muesli bar categories, the company combines decades of experience with innovation and a strong commitment to quality to deliver natural, great‑tasting products to consumers. Since 2002, Schwartauer Werke has been part of the international Hero Group and emphasizes sustainability, regional roots, and social responsibility across its value chain.
Attendees' job titles:
Country Quality & Sustainability Manager Germany
WE DELIVER THE FUTURE We are Schwarz Produktion, one of Germany’s leading food producers, and we handle recycling for the retail sector. We supply food, sustainable materials, and packaging. We set the standard for quality and sustainability. And we get things done.
Attendees' job titles:
Managing Director
SevenOne Media is a German media sales company based in Unterföhring near Munich and part of the ProSiebenSat.1 Group. It markets TV channels, digital platforms, and cross‑media advertising solutions, leveraging broad media reach to place campaigns across TV, online, mobile, and other formats effectively. IAB Europe is a European trade association for the digital marketing and advertising ecosystem headquartered in Brussels. It brings together national IABs as well as media, technology, and marketing companies to advance policy representation, industry collaboration, standards and frameworks, and initiatives that enable the European digital advertising market to thrive.
Attendees' job titles:
Director External Affairs & Sustainability / Chair Sustainability Standards committee
Siemens AG is a German multinational conglomerate company headquartered in Munich and the largest industrial manufacturing company in Europe with branch offices abroad.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of ProcurementStratigic Business Development Manager Sustainability
Siemens Mobility is a globally leading transportation and technology company headquartered in Munich, specializing in sustainable mobility solutions for rail transport. It delivers a broad portfolio of rolling stock, rail infrastructure, automation and electrification technologies, software, and service and maintenance offerings to make passenger and freight transport more efficient, comfortable, and environmentally friendly. In collaboration with customers and partners, Siemens Mobility drives the digital transformation of mobility, optimizes lifecycle costs, increases network capacity, and supports decarbonization of the transport sector worldwide. The company is part of the Siemens group and is recognized as a major provider of intelligent transport systems.
Attendees' job titles:
Stratigic Business Development Manager Sustainability
SOS-Kinderdörfer weltweit is an international children’s welfare organization that works worldwide to protect, care for, and support children without parental care and disadvantaged families by operating children’s villages, education programs, healthcare services, and social support projects in many countries, while advocating for children’s rights and sustainable development.
Attendees' job titles:
Advocacy Advisor for Climate Change and Migration
Sparda-Bank West eG is a cooperative private bank that primarily serves retail customers in western Germany. It offers a range of financial services, including checking and savings accounts, loans, mortgage financing, investment and retirement solutions, as well as digital banking services. The bank places a strong emphasis on customer proximity, transparency, and fair conditions. At the same time, Sparda-Bank West is committed to social and sustainable initiatives, supporting regional projects and promoting responsible, sustainable banking practices.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Management OfficerSustainability Officer
Special interest, trade, and business media, both online and in print, are media offerings specifically targeted at certain audiences, industries, or topics. They provide in-depth information, analyses, market trends, practical reports, and background knowledge for professionals, enthusiasts, and decision-makers. These media combine traditional print formats, such as magazines and trade journals, with digital offerings like online portals, e-papers, newsletters, and social media presence, making content accessible in a flexible, timely, and multimedia way. They play a key role in knowledge transfer, networking, and shaping opinions within specific communities or industries.
Attendees' job titles:
Journalist, Editor, Presenter and Podcaster, Author
Statkraft is a Norwegian state-owned energy company headquartered in Oslo. It mainly uses hydropower to generate electricity. The company is Europe's largest producer of renewable energy. It is managed by the Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager Germany
Strauss is a German company specializing in workwear, safety clothing, and occupational equipment, offering durable and functional apparel for trades, industry, and professional use, with a strong focus on quality, innovation, and branded corporate clothing solutions for businesses and workers across various sectors.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
Ströer SE & Co. KGaA is a German outdoor advertiser headquartered in Cologne. The Ströer Group markets and operates websites and advertising media in the outdoor advertising sector, primarily in German-speaking countries.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Vice President Procurement & Real EstateVice President ProcurementSenior Project ManagerSenior Manager Sustainability
SURFACtoBioTech is a Germany-based biotechnology company focused on surface engineering and bio-based technologies, developing innovative solutions that modify and functionalize material surfaces for applications in life sciences, industrial processes, and advanced materials, with an emphasis on improving performance, sustainability, and biocompatibility.
Attendees' job titles:
CEO
Suzano S.A., known as Suzano Papel e Celulose until 2018, is a Brazilian company based in São Paulo.
The company is active in forestry and produces pulp, paper, hygiene paper and paper products. The company is managed by David Feffer and Antonio Maciel Neto. The company produces exclusively in Brazil and is one of the largest pulp producers in the world. The company belongs to the Grupo Suzano group.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Public Policy EMEA & Member of the EMEA Management Team
T-Systems International GmbH is a German IT services company and part of Deutsche Telekom. It provides digital solutions for businesses, including cloud services, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity and digital transformation support. The company works with large international customers to run and improve their IT systems and business processes and operates globally with offices and data centres in many countries.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Account Executive & Teamlead New BusinessHead of Digital Sustainability Solutions and Chairman Charta digitale Vernetzung e.V.
Tesa is a brand name (proper spelling tesa; also Tesafilm) and also the name of Tesa SE, a subsidiary of Beiersdorf AG, which forms an independently managed subgroup. Under the family brand, the Tesa Group develops, produces and markets adhesive tapes and other adhesive materials for consumers and industry. tesa is one of the best-known brands in Germany.
The word Tesafilm has been included in the dictionary as a brand name. In Austria, on the other hand, Tixo is the best-known brand for adhesive tape. This is also a brand name to which Beiersdorf AG owns the rights.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of SustainabilityRegional Sustainability Project Manager
THE FORCE is a consulting and implementation company that provides comprehensive services for organizations in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and healthcare sectors. It helps start‑ups and foreign companies enter and grow in new markets, supports established organizations in regaining agility or outsourcing specific business areas, and offers tailored solutions ranging from expert support in quality assurance and regulatory functions to building turn‑key operations. With a diverse international team and a focus on practical, high‑quality implementation, THE FORCE combines deep industry knowledge with flexible service delivery to meet individual client needs and support long‑term success.
Attendees' job titles:
Director Procurement
thekey.academy is a digital learning platform that offers online courses and training programs to provide expertise in areas such as personal development, self-management, career, communication, and life skills. The academy is aimed at individuals who want to strengthen their personal and professional competencies and unlock their potential. Through practical content, interactive learning formats, and expert guidance, thekey.academy helps learners develop new skills, overcome challenges, and achieve lasting personal growth.
Attendees' job titles:
Product Lead
tk Bilstein GmbH (officially thyssenkrupp Bilstein GmbH) is an internationally active German automotive supplier headquartered in Ennepetal and Essen. Founded in 1873, it develops, manufactures, and distributes advanced suspension and damping technologies. The company is known for high‑quality shock absorbers and chassis components used in original equipment for premium automakers as well as in the aftermarket, operating multiple production and sales sites around the world. With more than 4,000 employees, tk Bilstein shapes modern chassis engineering, has deep roots in motorsport, and combines technological expertise with high product quality and global reach.
Attendees' job titles:
Supply Chain Compliance Officer
Tom Tailor Investment GmbH & Co. KG, based in Hamburg-Niendorf, is the holding company of the fashion retailer Tom Tailor. Its product range includes clothing and accessories for men and women of all ages, as well as footwear and homeware. The company sells its products through the wholesale and retail sectors, as well as via its own online shops.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility
In 1866, the founders had a bold vision to reduce the impact of technological risks and protect people, assets and the environment. More than 150 years later, sustainability and safety remain the backbone of their mission and services.
The aim is to strengthen confidence in technology and enable progress by managing technology-related risks and facilitating change. This commitment is reflected in their claim ‘Add value. Inspire trust.’ They are progressively working towards being the trusted partner of choice for security and sustainability solutions, delivering tangible value to their customers worldwide. Looking to the future, they are convinced that sustainability and digitalisation will continue to shape the image of business and society.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Program Development Manager
The United Nations Children's Fund is a specialised agency of the United Nations and acts as one of its development policy bodies. It was founded on 11 December 1946, initially to help children in Europe after the Second World War. Today, the organisation works in over 190 countries and territories worldwide. The organisation's work focuses on developing countries and crisis areas around the world. There, UNICEF supports children and mothers in the areas of health, family planning, hygiene, nutrition and education and provides humanitarian aid in emergency situations. UNICEF is also a political advocate for children's rights, for example by campaigning against the abuse of children as soldiers or for the protection of refugee children. The organisation campaigns worldwide for the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Sustainable Development Goals. To this end, programmes are also carried out to a lesser extent in industrialised countries, for example to protect refugee children.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Corporate Partnerships
United Bank Limited is a Pakistan-based commercial bank that provides a wide range of financial services including retail banking, corporate banking, investment banking, trade finance, and digital banking solutions, operating both domestically and internationally with a focus on serving individuals, businesses, and institutional clients.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of ESG and Chief Green Banking Manager
Universal City Studios LLC, doing business as Universal Pictures (also known as Universal Studios or simply Universal), is an American film production and distribution company headquartered at the Universal Studios complex in Universal City, California. It serves as the flagship studio of Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, the film studio arm of NBCUniversal, which is a subsidiary of Comcast.
Attendees' job titles:
Vice President Finance International
valantic is one of the fastest growing digital solutions, consulting, and software companies on the market. More than 500 blue chip clients rely on valantic, including 33 of 40 DAX companies and many leading international companies as well. With more than 4,300 specialized digitalization experts and net sales of approx. EUR 650 million in 2026(e), valantic is represented in 20 international locations around the globe. More than 2,000 digitalization projects over the past five years have shown that valantic understands the business challenges of its customers. From strategy to tangible implementation, they have the necessary expertise to accompany projects from start to finish and make them successful. In this, valantic combines technological expertise with industry knowledge and the human touch. valantic consults companies on all challenges of digital transformation, helps them to better manage their corporate performance and leverage the potential of data and artificial intelligence. In addition, valantic supports its customers in optimally shaping the customer experience, profitably using core digitalization technologies and optimizing company processes from end to end.
Attendees' job titles:
Managing Consultant & TeamleadSenior Consultant
Verbraucherzentrale Bayern is a German consumer protection organization based in Bavaria that provides independent advice and support to consumers on issues such as contracts, energy, finance, digital services, health, and everyday consumer rights, while also advocating for consumer interests in public policy and working to improve transparency, fairness, and protection in markets and services.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Division for Energy, Environment and Sustainability
Attendees' job titles:
Environmental/Sustainability managerCorporate Social Responsibility Manager
Wiener Netze GmbH is an Austrian infrastructure company based in Vienna. It operates and maintains the city’s electricity, gas, and district heating networks, as well as public lighting, ensuring reliable service for residents and businesses. Wiener Netze focuses on grid security, sustainable energy supply, and innovative solutions to make the city’s infrastructure ready for the energy transition and digitalization.
Attendees' job titles:
ESG Manager | Specialist in Environment and Climate
Wilh. Werhahn KG is a group of companies with diverse activities in Germany and abroad. It is divided into the Building Materials, Consumer Goods and Financial Services divisions with various operating business units. More than 10,000 people are employed in the companies of the medium-sized family business worldwide. In 2022, the company generated sales of 4.3 billion euros.
Attendees' job titles:
Senior Manager SustainabilityHead of Corporate Sustainability | Passionate Sustainability Expert
Wirtschaftsbetriebe Duisburg is a municipal company responsible for providing and managing essential city services. These include waste collection, street cleaning, winter services, green space maintenance, and municipal infrastructure projects. The company places a strong emphasis on sustainability and resource efficiency by using environmentally friendly methods, optimizing energy use, and enhancing the quality of life in the city of Duisburg over the long term.
Attendees' job titles:
Sustainability Manager
WISAG Dienstleistungsholding SE is the central holding entity of the WISAG Group, one of Germany’s leading service providers headquartered in Frankfurt am Main. The company delivers a wide range of services across facility management, industrial services, and aviation services, supporting clients in industries, real estate, and aviation with technical, infrastructure, and logistics solutions. With around 60,000 employees across numerous locations, WISAG combines the flexibility of a family-owned business with the capabilities of an international group, placing strong emphasis on quality, sustainability, and long-term partnerships.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Sustainability
The Witt Group is an internationally active retail company based in Germany, specializing in fashion, clothing, and lifestyle products. The company sells its products through catalogs, online shops, and physical retail channels, targeting various customer groups, including women, men, and seniors. The Witt Group places emphasis on quality, service, and customer proximity, and is increasingly committed to sustainable production, environmentally friendly supply chains, and socially responsible practices in the textile and fashion industry.
Attendees' job titles:
Head of Corporate Responsibility
YOU Foundation – Education for Children in Need is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving access to quality education for disadvantaged children and young people worldwide. The foundation develops and supports educational projects, promotes digital learning solutions, and collaborates with international partners to create equal opportunities in education. Its work focuses on empowering children through knowledge, fostering sustainable development, and contributing to global initiatives such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Attendees' job titles:
Vice-President Board