48forward Festival
24-25 November 2025
• München

48FORWARD
FESTIVAL

  • INNOVATION STARTS WITH CONVERSATION: INSIGHTS FOR A NEW WORLD ORDER

  • THE FUTURE DEMANDS VISIONARIES: JOIN THE DEBATE, SHAPE THE CHANGE

48forward Festival
24-25 November 2025
• München

48forward Festival

  • INNOVATION STARTS WITH CONVERSATION: INSIGHTS FOR A NEW WORLD ORDER

  • THE FUTURE DEMANDS VISIONARIES: JOIN THE DEBATE, SHAPE THE CHANGE

48forward Festival
24-25 November 2025
• München

48FORWARD
FESTIVAL

  • INNOVATION STARTS WITH CONVERSATION: INSIGHTS FOR A NEW WORLD ORDER

  • THE FUTURE DEMANDS VISIONARIES: JOIN THE DEBATE, SHAPE THE CHANGE

Debating possible futures

The 48forward Festival brings together the leading minds of our time to debate the relevant questions of the future. With a clear mission: visionary ideas and inspiring conversations that enable real change. Those who wish to actively shape the future will find here the impulses and connections to think ahead and act sustainably.

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Debates, interviews and content instead of PowerPoint slides and sales pitches

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Inspiring minds on stage

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Decision makers in the audience

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Masterclasses and Q&A sessions

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Days packed with insights

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The speakers at the 48forward Festival are handpicked: thought leaders, CEOs and experts who set new standards.
Their unique expertise provides fresh impulses for forward-looking discussions and genuine change.

Former President of the Federal Republic of Germany

Christian Wulff

Committed to social justice and intercultural dialogue. An influential speaker and advisor for democracy and the rule of law.

Christian Wulff

Former President of the Federal Republic of Germany

Christian Wulff

Committed to social justice and intercultural dialogue. An influential speaker and advisor for democracy and the rule of law.

Christian Wulff

Former President of the Federal Republic of Germany

Christian Wulff

Committed to social justice and intercultural dialogue. An influential speaker and advisor for democracy and the rule of law.

Christian Wulff

Former President of the Republic of Estonia

Toomas Hendrik Ilves

Shaping the European agenda, committed to digital innovation and cybersecurity. Influential thinker in politics and technology.

Toomas Hendrik Ilves

Former President of the Republic of Estonia

Toomas Hendrik Ilves

Shaping the European agenda, committed to digital innovation and cybersecurity. Influential thinker in politics and technology.

Toomas Hendrik Ilves

Former President of the Republic of Estonia

Toomas Hendrik Ilves

Shaping the European agenda, committed to digital innovation and cybersecurity. Influential thinker in politics and technology.

Toomas Hendrik Ilves

Chairman of the Supervisory Boards of Siemens Energy AG and Daimler Truck Holding AG

Joe Kaeser

Thought leader of inclusive capitalism, transforming industries with visionary leadership and social responsibility.

Joe Kaeser

Chairman of the Supervisory Boards of Siemens Energy AG and Daimler Truck Holding AG

Joe Kaeser

Thought leader of inclusive capitalism, transforming industries with visionary leadership and social responsibility.

Joe Kaeser

Chairman of the Supervisory Boards of Siemens Energy AG and Daimler Truck Holding AG

Joe Kaeser

Thought leader of inclusive capitalism, transforming industries with visionary leadership and social responsibility.

Joe Kaeser

Neuroscientist and professor at the University of Oxford

Prof. Dr. Newton Howard

Develops AI-controlled brain-computer interfaces for the treatment of neurological disorders.

Prof. Dr. Newton Howard

Neuroscientist and professor at the University of Oxford

Prof. Dr. Newton Howard

Develops AI-controlled brain-computer interfaces for the treatment of neurological disorders.

Prof. Dr. Newton Howard

Neuroscientist and professor at the University of Oxford

Prof. Dr. Newton Howard

Develops AI-controlled brain-computer interfaces for the treatment of neurological disorders.

Prof. Dr. Newton Howard

Member of the German Bundestag, lawyer, author, publicist & moderator

Dr. Gregor Gysi

Influential politician and lawyer, known for his role in the Left. Sets foreign policy highlights and is a successful author.

Dr. Gregor Gysi

Member of the German Bundestag, lawyer, author, publicist & moderator

Dr. Gregor Gysi

Influential politician and lawyer, known for his role in the Left. Sets foreign policy highlights and is a successful author.

Dr. Gregor Gysi

Member of the German Bundestag, lawyer, author, publicist & moderator

Dr. Gregor Gysi

Influential politician and lawyer, known for his role in the Left. Sets foreign policy highlights and is a successful author.

Dr. Gregor Gysi

CEO and Co-Founder at IQM Quantum Computers

Dr. Jan Goetz

Develops groundbreaking quantum computers for science and industry.

Dr. Jan Goetz

CEO and Co-Founder at IQM Quantum Computers

Dr. Jan Goetz

Develops groundbreaking quantum computers for science and industry.

Dr. Jan Goetz

CEO and Co-Founder at IQM Quantum Computers

Dr. Jan Goetz

Develops groundbreaking quantum computers for science and industry.

Dr. Jan Goetz

Chief Research Officer at WithSecure

Mikko Hyppönen

Cybersecurity thought leader, known for keynotes and bestsellers, sets standards in cybersecurity and research with pioneering ideas.

Mikko Hyppönen

Chief Research Officer at WithSecure

Mikko Hyppönen

Cybersecurity thought leader, known for keynotes and bestsellers, sets standards in cybersecurity and research with pioneering ideas.

Mikko Hyppönen

Chief Research Officer at WithSecure

Mikko Hyppönen

Cybersecurity thought leader, known for keynotes and bestsellers, sets standards in cybersecurity and research with pioneering ideas.

Mikko Hyppönen

CIO at Siemens

Hanna Hennig

Driving force behind Siemens' digital transformation. Committed to gender equality, IT youth initiatives, and sustainable IT standards.

Hanna Hennig

CIO at Siemens

Hanna Hennig

Driving force behind Siemens' digital transformation. Committed to gender equality, IT youth initiatives, and sustainable IT standards.

Hanna Hennig

CIO at Siemens

Hanna Hennig

Driving force behind Siemens' digital transformation. Committed to gender equality, IT youth initiatives, and sustainable IT standards.

Hanna Hennig

Chief Medical Officer EMEA at GE Healthcare

Prof. Dr. Mathias Goyen

Links clinical expertise with innovative approaches in radiology and oncology to advance global cooperation in healthcare.

Prof. Dr. Mathias Goyen

Chief Medical Officer EMEA at GE Healthcare

Prof. Dr. Mathias Goyen

Links clinical expertise with innovative approaches in radiology and oncology to advance global cooperation in healthcare.

Prof. Dr. Mathias Goyen

Chief Medical Officer EMEA at GE Healthcare

Prof. Dr. Mathias Goyen

Links clinical expertise with innovative approaches in radiology and oncology to advance global cooperation in healthcare.

Prof. Dr. Mathias Goyen

Philosopher, author and lecturer

Ariadne von Schirach

Links philosophy and Chinese thought with contemporary issues, their bestsellers explore desire, freedom, and the overcoming of fears.

Philosopher, author and lecturer

Ariadne von Schirach

Links philosophy and Chinese thought with contemporary issues, their bestsellers explore desire, freedom, and the overcoming of fears.

Philosopher, author and lecturer

Ariadne von Schirach

Links philosophy and Chinese thought with contemporary issues, their bestsellers explore desire, freedom, and the overcoming of fears.

Psychiatrist, psychotherapist & bestselling author

Dr. Pablo Hagemeyer

Analyzes narcissism and human depths precisely, connecting sharp psychology with provocative insights.

Psychiatrist, psychotherapist & bestselling author

Dr. Pablo Hagemeyer

Analyzes narcissism and human depths precisely, connecting sharp psychology with provocative insights.

Psychiatrist, psychotherapist & bestselling author

Dr. Pablo Hagemeyer

Analyzes narcissism and human depths precisely, connecting sharp psychology with provocative insights.

Festival Schedule

The 48forward Festival focuses on key themes of the future: from artificial intelligence and global security issues to sustainable innovations and corporate responsibility. It brings together visionary thinkers who not only discuss but also set new impulses to actively shape change.

DAY ONE

DAY TWO

Marketing & AI

Learn in our masterclasses "Marketing & AI" how to optimally use artificial intelligence to revolutionise your marketing strategy. Leading experts will show you in a practical way how AI accelerates creative processes, personalises campaigns, and achieves measurably better results.

Masterclass Rooms

AI in Action

In the masterclasses on the topic of "AI in Action", you will gain exclusive insights into real AI applications from successful companies. Learn from specific practical examples how artificial intelligence makes processes more efficient, reduces costs, and opens up new business fields – directly from experts who use AI in practice every day.

Masterclass Rooms

Mindfulness

In our masterclasses on the topic of "Mindfulness", you will learn how to integrate mental strength and clarity into your daily life. Experts will show you practically how to use mindfulness effectively to reduce stress, strengthen your resilience, and improve your quality of life in the long term.

Masterclass Rooms

DAY ONE

DAY TWO

Marketing & AI

Learn in our masterclasses "Marketing & AI" how to optimally use artificial intelligence to revolutionise your marketing strategy. Leading experts will show you in a practical way how AI accelerates creative processes, personalises campaigns, and achieves measurably better results.

Masterclass Rooms

AI in Action

In the masterclasses on the topic of "AI in Action", you will gain exclusive insights into real AI applications from successful companies. Learn from specific practical examples how artificial intelligence makes processes more efficient, reduces costs, and opens up new business fields – directly from experts who use AI in practice every day.

Masterclass Rooms

Mindfulness

In our masterclasses on the topic of "Mindfulness", you will learn how to integrate mental strength and clarity into your daily life. Experts will show you practically how to use mindfulness effectively to reduce stress, strengthen your resilience, and improve your quality of life in the long term.

Masterclass Rooms

DAY ONE

DAY TWO

Marketing & AI

Learn in our masterclasses "Marketing & AI" how to optimally use artificial intelligence to revolutionise your marketing strategy. Leading experts will show you in a practical way how AI accelerates creative processes, personalises campaigns, and achieves measurably better results.

Masterclass Rooms

AI in Action

In the masterclasses on the topic of "AI in Action", you will gain exclusive insights into real AI applications from successful companies. Learn from specific practical examples how artificial intelligence makes processes more efficient, reduces costs, and opens up new business fields – directly from experts who use AI in practice every day.

Masterclass Rooms

Mindfulness

In our masterclasses on the topic of "Mindfulness", you will learn how to integrate mental strength and clarity into your daily life. Experts will show you practically how to use mindfulness effectively to reduce stress, strengthen your resilience, and improve your quality of life in the long term.

Masterclass Rooms

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