Agenda SensAbility 2025
April 04th
Looking forward to welcome you at Stadthalle Vallendar!
08:30
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9:45
Foyer City Hall
Check-in + Breakfast
Start your SensAbility experience with a smooth check-in and a breakfast featuring Verival muesli and Bauer yogurt.
It’s time to arrive and gear up for an inspiring conference.
09:30
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09:45
Main Stage
Opening Remarks
The official Welcome to SensAbility - Today. Tomorrow. Together by Krish Kumar (General Manager of SensAbility).
09:45
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10:15
Main Stage
Keynote Speech
Nicola Beer from the European Investment Bank will share insights on how sustainable finance drives innovation and impact, shaping the businesses of tomorrow.
10:20
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11:05
Main Stage
Mobility Panel - The Road Ahead: Transforming Transportation for a Sustainable Tomorrow
Markus Mildner (CEO Siemens E-Mobility), Dr. Olga Nevska (CEO T-Mobile Mobility Solutions), and Katrin Habenschaden (Head of Sustainability & Environment, Deutsche Bahn) will discuss key innovations, challenges, and strategies shaping the future of transportation.
12:00
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12:30
Main Stage
Keynote Speech - Green Growth with Finance for Future
Dr. Hans-Jörg Naumer, Global Head of Capital Markets & Thematic Research at Allianz Global Investors, explores how sustainable finance can drive the transition to a climate-neutral economy.
In his keynote, "Green Growth with Finance for Future," he will highlight how strategic investments and market-driven solutions can tackle climate change while ensuring inclusive growth. Dr. Naumer emphasizes that the question is not whether we need growth, but how we shape it for a sustainable and equitable future
12:40
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13:25
Main Stage
Green Finance Panel
Dr. Klaus Wirbel (Head of Finance / Group Treasurer, REWE Zentralfinanz eG), Dr. Hans-Jörg Naumer (Global Head of Capital Markets & Thematic Research), and Steffen Klawitter (Senior Vice President Business Development, Blue Orchard) discuss the role of green finance, impact investing, and sustainable financial strategies shaping the future of business and society.
13:30
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14:30
Main Stage
Lunch
Recharge with a delicious and healthy Poke Bowl, packed with fresh ingredients.
14:30
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16:30
City Hall
Career Fair
Explore career opportunities and network with industry professionals at our career fair. Discover a wide range of job openings and gain insights into various fields.
16:30
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17:15
Main Stage
Keynote Speech
Micha Fritz, Founder of Viva con Agua, shares his journey of creating a social business that drives global access to clean water—showing how purpose and entrepreneurship can change the world.
17:20
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17:50
Main Stage
Keynote Speech
Dr. Nuber, Managing Director of Climeworks Deutschland GmbH, explores the role of carbon removal technologies in tackling climate change and how innovative solutions can drive the transition to a sustainable future.
17:55
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18:25
Main Stage
Keynote Speech
Matthias Nachtmann, Digital Farming - Sustainability Business Development Lead at BASF, explores how digital innovation and sustainable practices are transforming the agricultural industry for a more resilient future.
19:00
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20:30
Foyer City Hall
Dinner
Join us for a delicious Flammkuchen experience, freshly prepared and hosted by Gusto Palatino.
19:30
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23:59
Foyer City Hall
Beer Tasting
Join us for a beer tasting featuring a diverse selection of brews, paired with live music and dancing.
April 05th
SensAbility welcomes you back at the Stadthalle Vallendar.
09:30
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10:15
City Hall
Breakfast
Start the second day of SensAbility with a delicious breakfast! Enjoy Verival muesli and creamy Bauer yogurt as you get ready for another day of impact and inspiration.
10:30
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11:15
Main Stage
Keynote Rethinking Sustainability: A Mindset Shift for the Future
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg explores how shifting mindsets is key to driving sustainability and shaping a future-ready society.
11:15
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12:00
Main Stage
CSO Panel - From Strategy to Action: Transforming Corporations for a Sustainable Future
How are global companies integrating sustainability at the core of their strategies? Ulrike Sapiro (CSO, Henkel), Daniel Schmid (former CSO, SAP), and Petra Sandner (CSO Helaba) discuss the evolving role of Chief Sustainability Officers in shaping the future of business and driving meaningful change.
12:10
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12:40
Main Stage
Keynote Speech
Aileen Puhlmann, Director at Lemonaid & ChariTea Foundation, shares how social businesses can create meaningful impact by combining entrepreneurship with a strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.
12:45
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13:15
Main Stage
Keynote Speech
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13:15
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14:15
Main Stage
Lunch
Lunch Break – Take a break, connect, and refuel for the rest of the day!
14:15
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15:00
Main Stage
Politic Panel - What steps must Europe take to balance climate protection and economic competitiveness?
In this high-level discussion, experts from politics and business will explore how Europe can shape future-proof policies that drive sustainability without compromising economic strength. The panel will examine the regulatory frameworks, innovations, and strategic decisions needed for the EU to take a leading role in the global green transition.
15:15
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16:00
Main Stage
Plastic Panel - From Plastic to Protection: The Fight Against Ocean Pollution
Experts discuss solutions for reducing plastic waste in the world's oceans, exploring innovative approaches and international best practices.
16:20
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17:05
Main Stage
Keynote: Becoming a Quantum Human Being
Marc Buckley, UN Advocate for the SDGs, explores how Quantum Systems, Sentience, and Symbiosis serve as the most innovative forces driving human evolution.
In his keynote, he will reveal how Quantum Thinking at scale, Neuromorphic Computing, and Regenerative Development can unlock trillions in economic potential while redefining our connection to the cosmos.
17:10
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18:25
Main Stage
Pitch Battle & Closing Remarks
Watch five startups from the sustainability and deep tech sectors present their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of expert judges.
19:00
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22:00
City Hall
Gala Dinner
Enjoy a delicious three-course plant-based menu featuring authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. Connect with peers, soak in the atmosphere, and sip on a refreshing mixed drink at the confluentes e.V. bar, proudly partnered with Lemonaid.
22:00
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04:00
TBA
Afterparty
Join us for a legendary afterparty with two floors—one featuring the best club hits and the other a Techno/ House Room with house and techno music.
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management is the #1 German Business School for degree programs. Accredited by EQUIS, AACSB, and FIBAA, WHU offers academic programs as well as education for executives, following four core values with courage and commitment: community, cosmopoliteness, entrepreneurship, and excellence.
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Vallendar 56179
Germany
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