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SUMMARY:Closing Ceremony
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URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/closing-ceremony
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | LITTAUER L-145\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
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SUMMARY:Fishbowl Discussion: Strategic Leadership in a Changing World: Military Perspectives on Global Security
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging fishbowl discussion on Military Diplomacy and the Transatlantic Security Relationship\, where the defense attachés from Germany and Austria in Washington\, D.C. will chat directly with conference participants to explore how to address today’s most pressing security challenges behind the scenes. This interactive format fosters open dialogue between participants\, offering diverse perspectives on an often overlooked aspect of diplomacy. You can further use this opportunity to ask them and future military officers from the US\, Germany\, and Austria anything you always wanted to know about the world in camouflage! \n  \nSPEAKERS \n\nMajor General Norbert Huber: Defense Attaché to the United States\, Austrian Embassy Washington\, D.C\nRear Admiral Axel Ristau: Defense Attaché to the United States\, German Embassy Washington\, D.C.\nModeration: Major Philipp Wolf: Jäger Battalion 291\, German Army
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/strategic-leadership-in-a-changing-world-military-perspectives-on-global-security-fishbowl-discussion
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-332\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241023T074114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T053131Z
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SUMMARY:Building Bridges or Walls? Migration in Germany and the United States
DESCRIPTION:Migration has shaped the histories and identities of both Germany and the United States. Despite different historical contexts\, both nations face ongoing debates over immigration and integration. This panel will explore the historical and contemporary challenges of migration in both countries. From border security and refugee crises to integration and populism\, the discussion will highlight shared challenges\, evolving policies\, and the impact on national identities\, offering insights into the future of migration on both shores of the Atlantic. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nSusan M. Akram: Clinical Professor at Boston University School of Law\, and director of the International Human Rights clinical program\nProf. Dr. James Hollifield: Ora Nixon Arnold Professor of International Political Economy and Director\, Tower Center\, Southern Methodist University (SMU)\nMartin Klingst: Journalist & Author\nProf. Dr. Günter Krings: Member of the German Bundestag (CDU)\, Spokesperson of the CDU/CSU Parliamentary Group on Legal Affairs\nModeration: Victoria Rietig: Head of the Center for Migration\, German Council on Foreign Relations
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/building-bridges-or-walls-migration-in-germany-and-the-united-states
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | LITTAUER L-145\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241023T073417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T040438Z
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SUMMARY:The Final Push or the Final Straw? SDGs After the Election and During COP29
DESCRIPTION:As the deadline for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) approaches\, this panel will examine the impact of the US election and COP29 on global progress. Attendees will gain crucial insights into transatlantic cooperation\, funding challenges\, and the future of sustainability efforts amid shifting political dynamics. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nWilliam Davis: Director\, UN Information Center\, Washington\nW. Robert de Jongh: Managing Director at Deloitte’s Sustainability Strategy and Transformation Practice\nProf Dr. Sabine von Mering: Professor of German and Women’s\, Gender\, and Sexuality Studies Brandeis University\nProf. Dr. Wolfram Schlenker: Ray A. Goldberg Professor of the Global Food System\, Harvard Kennedy School\nW. Robert de Jongh: Managing Director\, Sustainability Strategy and Transformation\, Deloitte\nModeration: Viktoria Waldenfels: Master in Public Administration Candidate\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/the-final-push-or-the-final-straw-sdgs-after-the-election-and-during-cop29
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-304\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241019T184845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T192330Z
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SUMMARY:Figuring Out Identity in Rap
DESCRIPTION:This Fireside Chat brings together professionals from different areas of the hip-hop music scene and aims to facilitate a conversation that will explore how their multicultural backgrounds have influenced their artistic choices\, reshaped their approach to their respective crafts\, and enhanced the larger hip-hop landscape as a whole. These creatives\, either people of color or with immigrant backgrounds\, will reflect on growing up in societies where they often felt like outsiders. Through hip-hop – a genre known for its raw vulnerability and realness – they channel their stories\, addressing racism\, belonging\, and the challenges of being part of a cultural minority. This discussion will give attendees a fresh perspective on these important issues by examining them through the lens of music\, creativity\, and personal expression. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nKelvyn Colt/ Kelvyn Ajala : Artist / Creative Director\nAria Nejati: Head of Hip-Hop GSA\, Apple\nProf. Roy Studmire: Assistant Professor\, Berklee College of Music\nModeration: Siri Keller: Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/figuring-out-identity-in-rap
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-330\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241019T184424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T144935Z
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SUMMARY:The Future Now – Rethinking Mobility
DESCRIPTION:AI is disrupting the way we move\, in the air and on the roads. In the US\, disruptive technologies for mobility originate from the non-mobility industry and pioneering startups. The traditional industry is failing to keep up in innovative speed. In contrast\, in Germany\, the established industry leads the way in developing new forms of mobility\, yet at a much slower pace. New ways of mobility are pioneered by both start-ups and the industry giants. This raises crucial questions: Why does innovation happen so differently across the atlantic? What drives faster and more sustainable change? And what do we need to achieve the future in mobility in both countries? Which policies foster innovative change? Can change at different speeds and ways of innovation coexist? Or is Germany inevitably lagging behind? What are some of the key learnings in terms of innovation and collaboration\, with e.g. startups\, regulators and investors\, in Germany and the USA\, and how can they be scaled to other domains? \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nMark Fagan: Lecturer in Public Policy\, Harvard Kennedy School \nManfred Grunert: Vice President\, Government Affairs and Communications Americas\, BMW \nKent Larson:Professor of the Practice\, Director of City Science at the MIT Media Lab\, and Co-Director of the Norman Foster Institute on Sustainable Cities\, MIT\nJim Rowan: Principal\, Head of AI\, Deloitte\nModeration: Kristin Haynes: Founder & Principal Consultant\, Pedal PR
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/disruptors-in-mobility
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-436\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241029T195610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T035535Z
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SUMMARY:Professional Sports Across the Atlantic
DESCRIPTION:Our distinguished speakers will address key questions: To which extent sports can be considered a mirror of a society’s competitive spirit? Are we seeing a shift from performance-driven athletics toward sustainability and personal fulfillment? To what extent does a country’s Olympic performance reflect its willingness to invest in athletic excellence? Join us for an insightful discussion comparing European and American perspectives on the evolving landscape of professional sports. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nMorgane Herculano:  Professional Cliff Diver; Research Associate at Harvard Business School\nNike Lorenz: Professional Field Hockey Player (3x Olympian)\nStephan Mayer MdB: Member of the German Bundestag (CSU)\, Spokesperson of the CDU/CSU Parliamentary Group for Sports Policy\nModeration: Charlie Pozniak: Master in Public Policy Candidate\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/professional-sports-across-the-atlantic
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-304\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241023T074300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T022952Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: The War for Ukraine – Lessons Learned with Colonel Markus Reisner
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Day 996 of the war in Ukraine for an insightful event led by Colonel Markus Reisner\, a renowned expert in military strategy and international security. With his deep knowledge of modern warfare and dynamic presentation style\, Colonel Reisner will guide us through the key developments in the conflict\, breaking down complex military strategies and geopolitical shifts. Known for his engaging\, data-driven analysis and clear visual presentations\, he will offer fresh perspectives on the war’s trajectory and its broader implications. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the evolving conflict and its global impact. \nWorkshop Speaker: \n\nObstdG Dr. Markus Reisner\, PhD: Head of the Institute for Officer Training at the Theresian Military Academy
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/the-war-for-ukraine-deviations-of-the-russian-ukrainian-war-day-997-workshop
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241019T185717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T151133Z
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SUMMARY:Public Entrepreneurship - Private Ideas for Public Value
DESCRIPTION:In both the United States and Germany\, public sector leaders are facing unprecedented challenges\, from economic inequality to climate change and digital transformation. This panel brings together prominent voices who are pioneering new approaches to these complex issues. Through public entrepreneurship\, they are pushing the boundaries of innovation\, reshaping public institutions\, and crafting solutions that meet the needs of a rapidly changing world. Join us as we explore how public entrepreneurship is driving impactful change\, and the challenges these leaders face in building a more dynamic and inclusive public sector. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nSebastian Berns: Challenge Officer\, SPRIND – Federal Agency for Disruptive Innovation\nBoris von Chlebowski: Member of the Management Board at Accenture\nKatharina Ramsauer: Public Sector Lead\, Edgeless Systems\nModeration: Zoe Durbin: Strategic Engagement Manager at Commonwealth of Massachusetts
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/public-entrepreneurship-private-ideas-for-public-value
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-330\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241019T185617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T205312Z
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SUMMARY:Middle East Event: October 7th and the Consequences - A German\, American Perspective
DESCRIPTION:This panel will explore the Israel-Palestine conflict’s latest escalation since October 7th\, 2023\, when Hamas launched a major attack on Israel\, sparking a severe military response. The resulting humanitarian crisis in Gaza has led to widespread casualties and severe shortages of essential supplies\, drawing international concern. Following Dr. Benedikt Franke’s introductory keynote on current developments in the Middle East conflict and its geopolitical dimensions\, he will join our panel of experts to examine the conflict’s broader implications for regional stability\, the role of international diplomacy\, and potential pathways to mitigate the crisis and achieve a sustainable resolution. The discussion will examine the challenges faced by key players\, particularly the U.S. and Germany. \nKEYNOTE SPEAKER \n\nDr. Benedikt Franke: Vice-Chairman\, Chief Executive Officer\, Munich Security Conference\n\n\nPANEL \n\nMichael Bewerunge: Bureau Chief Vienna/Southeast Europe at ZDF; Former Studio Head in Tel Aviv\, Israel\n\nDr. Benedikt Franke: Vice-Chairman\, Chief Executive Officer\, Munich Security Conference\nProf. Dr. Mathias Risse: Director Center for Human Rights\, Harvard Kennedy School\nModeration: Prof. Lenore Martin: Associate of the Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Harvard University and Professor of Political Science at Emmanuel College
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/middle-east-event-october-7th-and-the-consequences-a-german-american-perspective
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | LITTAUER L-145\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241019T185303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T165035Z
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SUMMARY:Basel\, Berlin\, Boston – How to Foster Innovation in Biotech?
DESCRIPTION:This panel will examine the factors contributing to the disparity in pharmaceutical innovation between the USA and Europe\, as well as the factors facilitating the construction of excellence clusters in biomedical research. This includes investigating investment climates\, regulatory frameworks\, and cultural attitudes toward entrepreneurship and risk. The discussion will also explore strategic actions necessary to strengthen the European pharmaceutical industry\, addressing challenges and opportunities for collaboration in the global market. Insights from industry leaders will contribute to a deeper understanding of the future of pharmaceutical innovation in Europe and the US. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nProf. Dr. Isabell Welpe: Professor and Chair of the Strategy and Organization Group at the Technical University of Munich\nRamon Zapata: CFO Biomedical Research\, Novartis\nSebastian Zirfas: Head of Policy & Public Affairs\, Pfizer Pharma\nModeration: Mridul Agrawal\, M.D.: CEO & Co-Founder\, iuvando Health
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/basel-berlin-boston-how-to-foster-innovation-in-biotech
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-436\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241019T184745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T184012Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Activism: Effective Advocacy or Polarizing Force?
DESCRIPTION:This panel will explore the impact of climate activism on both sides of the Atlantic\, examining whether it is effectively driving policy changes and public awareness or contributing to societal polarization. With increasing urgency to address climate change\, the role of activism has become a contentious topic. Are the strategies employed by climate activists fostering constructive dialogue and action\, or are they deepening divides within and between communities.  \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nIntro: Luisa Neubauer: Climate Activist\nTristan A. Foerster: CEO Climate Partners LLC\nJonas Meckling: Associate Professor at the University of California\, Berkeley; Climate Fellow at Harvard Business School\nIris Zhan: Climate Activist\nModeration: Natalie Whitesel:  Master in Public Policy Candidate\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/climate-activism-effective-advocacy-or-polarizing-force
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-332\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241023T080555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T145829Z
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SUMMARY:75 years of the Basic Law – from the Frankfurt Constitution to unity\, justice and freedom
DESCRIPTION:KEYNOTE SPEAKER \n\nPresident Prof. Dr. Stephan Harbarth\, LL.M. (Yale)\,  President of the Federal Constitutional Court of Germany\nModeration: Prof. Dr. Mathias Risse: Director Center for Human Rights\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/keynote
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | LITTAUER L-145\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keynote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241029T202715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T182828Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Enabling Growth with AI
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to work together with exciting individuals on the really important issues of our time? Then our workshop is the right place for you.As part of the German American Conference\, you will gain an exclusive insight into what you can expect in consulting at the world’s leading strategy consultancy and find out how we are driving GenAI forward in the Group during our case workshop.\nImmerse yourself in one of our GenAI projects and take on the challenge of developing a case workshop on the topic of “Enabling Growth with GenAI” together with BCG employees.\n\nApplication deadline: November 10\, 2024\nSubmit your application HERE
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/workshop-enabling-growth-with-ai-2
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner G-02\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241023T075820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T182400Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Start From Scratch - How to Build a Startup
DESCRIPTION:The workshop is designed to introduce participants to essential entrepreneurship concepts in an engaging and hands-on way. It aims to encourage creativity\, teamwork\, and the ability to thrive under time pressure. The workshop will culminate in a pitch session judged by the jury\, with feedback to guide participants on how to improve. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nSimon Brendel: Independent Startup Advisor\nZeno Fox: Program Fellow Baby VC\, Nucleate and CDTM\nStephanie Oestreich: Managing Director\, Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation\nModeration: Cecile Meier-Scherling: Computational Biology PhD Student at Brown University
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/start-from-scratch-how-to-build-a-startup-workshop
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241019T185021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T122407Z
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SUMMARY:AI 2030: Shaping the Next Decade of Innovation
DESCRIPTION:The panel “AI 2030: Technological Trends and Infrastructure for the Next Wave of Innovation” will explore the key technological developments poised to shape the next six years of AI advancement. Panelists will examine the critical infrastructure needed to support emerging trends\, identify current bottlenecks\, and discuss what’s required to unlock the full potential of AI. The conversation will also address how the rise of open-source models impacts innovation and competitiveness between regions like Germany and the US\, and how national approaches to AI safety are influencing the path to trustworthy AI by 2030. Looking forward\, the panel will envision the most significant technical breakthroughs in AI and reflect on how these advancements will transform industries and society on a global scale. Join us for a forward-looking discussion on the future of AI technology and its potential to redefine our world. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nAlan Aqrawi: Manager/Director Responsible AI\, Accenture\nDr. Andreas Liebl: Managing Director\, appliedAI Institute for Europe GmbH \nClemens Rawert: Cofounder\, Langfuse\nKatharina Lix: Head of AI Products & Strategy\, QuantCo\nModeration: Greta Buschhaus: Journalist and Moderator
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/ai-2030-shaping-the-next-decade-of-innovation
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-330\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111006
CREATED:20241019T184322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T205042Z
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SUMMARY:Back to the Future? - Perils and prospects for the Automotive Industry - a transatlantic lens
DESCRIPTION:In “Back to the Future? – Perils and prospects for the Automotive Industry – a transatlantic lens”\, Cathryn Clüver-Ashbrook\, a leading transatlantic policy expert\, will moderate the discussion between Hildegard Müller\, President of the German Association of the Automotive Industry\, and Elaine Buckberg\, former Chief Economist at General Motors and Senior Fellow at the Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard. As the automotive industry faces mounting challenges such as the shift towards electrification\, supply chain disruptions\, and evolving regulatory environments\, Müller and Buckberg will share insights into the opportunities and risks for manufacturers on both sides of the Atlantic. Together\, they will explore how companies are navigating these transformations\, the role of innovation in shaping the future of mobility\, and what a sustainable and competitive automotive industry might look like in the coming decade. Join us for a forward-looking discussion on how transatlantic collaboration and competition will define the future of one of the world’s most pivotal industries. \n  \nKEYNOTE SPEAKER \n\nHildegard Müller: President of the German Association of the Automotive Industry\n\nPANEL \n\nDr. Elaine Buckberg: Senior Fellow at Harvard University’s Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability\nHildegard Müller: President of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA)\nModeration: Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook: Executive Vice President/Senior Adviser\, Bertelsmann Foundation\n\n 
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/back-to-future-perils-and-prospects-for-the-automotive-industry-a-transatlantic-lense
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | LITTAUER L-145\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241018T210030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T053028Z
UID:10000123-1731834000-1731837600@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Keynote: Transatlantic Partnership in the 21st Century – Regional Cooperation in Geopolitically Challenging Times
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Danyal Bayaz currently serves as the Minister of Finance for the State of Baden-Württemberg\, where he leads efforts on sustainable financial policy and economic innovation. With a background in consulting and expertise in private equity\, he is actively shaping the financial landscape in Germany. Dr. Bayaz has a strong transatlantic connection\, having been a Fulbright Scholar at Cornell University\, where he conducted research on venture capital\, and is a member of the Atlantik-Brücke\, fostering German-American relations. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nDr. Danyal Bayaz: Minister of Finance\, Baden-Württemberg\nModeration: Prof. Dr. Mathias Risse: Director Center for Human Rights\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/transatlantic-partnership-in-the-21st-century-regional-cooperation-in-geopolitically-challenging-times
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | LITTAUER L-145\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keynote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241111T021345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T052930Z
UID:10000173-1731783600-1731799800@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:GAC Reception
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/gac-reception
LOCATION:The View\, Prudential Tower\, 800 Boylston St Floor 52\, Boston\, MA\, 02199\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241108T194021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T150142Z
UID:10000165-1731773700-1731778200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Between a Rock and a Hard Place: German / EU Digital Sovereignty After US Elections
DESCRIPTION:As data becomes the new oil of the 21st century\, Europe and the United States face crucial decisions about digital independence and technological self-determination. This panel explores how both sides of the Atlantic can maintain digital sovereignty while preserving their strategic partnership. Leading experts from government\, industry\, and academia will discuss critical questions: How can Western democracies ensure control over their digital infrastructure without fragmenting the global internet? What role should public-private partnerships play in developing sovereign cloud solutions and AI capabilities? \nThe discussion will address the delicate balance between innovation and regulation\, examining how transatlantic partners can build technological capabilities while upholding democratic values and data protection standards. Panelists will explore concrete strategies for reducing technological dependencies\, fostering domestic expertise\, and strengthening the Western digital economy in an era of increasing geopolitical competition. \n\n\n\nSPEAKERS:\n\n\nMarie-Astrid Langer: US-Foreign Correspondent in Silicon Valley\, NZZ\nKatharina Ramsauer: Public Sector Lead\, Edgeless Systems \nBruce Schneier: Adjunct Lecturer in Public Policy\, HKS and Fellow of the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society\nModeration: Slavina Ancheva: Master in Public Policy Candidate\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/between-a-rock-and-a-hard-place-german-eu-digital-sovereignty-after-us-elections
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-436\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241023T072517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T181341Z
UID:10000139-1731773700-1731778200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Re-arming and Re-building: Navigating Modern Defense Challenges
DESCRIPTION:What are the practical challenges with quickly building up a nation’s military capabilities? After decades of stability operations abroad\, both the US and Germany are now preparing for a peer-to-peer conflict. In this panel\, we will hear from a diverse set of voices in the defense industry\, politics\, the military\, and academia what they perceive as the biggest challenges in implementing the “Zeitenwende” – and discuss ways to overcome them. \nSPEAKERS: \n\nThomas Erndl: Deputy Chair Foreign Affairs Committee\, German Bundestag\, CDU/CSU\nDr. Elisabeth Hauschild: Senior Vice President / Head of Governmental Affairs\, Diehl Stiftung & Co. KG\nEric Rosenbach: Senior Lecturer and Director of the Defense\, Emerging Technology\, and Strategy Program\, Belfer Center at Harvard Kennedy School\nSven Weizenegger: Head of Bundeswehr Cyber Innovation Hub\nLieutenant Colonel Hekja Marlen Werner: Commander\, Armored Artillery Battalion 375\, Bundeswehr; first female battalion commander in the Bundeswehr\nModeration: Marshall Reid: ​​Senior Manager\, US-EU-Asia Dynamics\, Bertelsmann Foundation
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/re-arming-and-re-building-navigating-modern-defense-challenges
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-332\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241018T204753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T205824Z
UID:10000120-1731773700-1731778200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Powering Progress: Industrial Solutions for a Clean Energy Future
DESCRIPTION:This panel explores the industrial strategies and innovations that are shaping the transition to a clean energy future in the industrial sector in the U.S. and Germany. As two of the world’s leading economies\, the U.S. and Germany play pivotal roles in the global shift towards sustainable energy solutions. The discussion will delve into how each country is leveraging its industrial capabilities to develop and implement clean energy technologies\, from renewable energy sources and energy storage to grid modernization and efficiency improvement\, with leading experts from both sides of the Atlantic. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nMeredith Berger: Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Energy\, Installations\, and Environment)/Chief Sustainability Officer\nDr. Ingmar Ritzenhofen: Chief Financial Officer\, RWE Clean Energy\nStefan Schlosser: Managing Director\, Deutscher Verband für Negative Emissionen (DVNE) \nFlorian Sturm: Renewable Energy Portfolio Lead\, Shell\nModeration: Christine Jiang: Master in Public Policy Candidate\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/powering-progress-industrial-solutions-for-clean-energy-2
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-330\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241016T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T021555Z
UID:10000116-1731773700-1731778200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:How to Become a Politician
DESCRIPTION:The panel “How to Become a Politician” brings together Tanja Schorer-Dremel\, Member of the State Parliament of Bavaria (CSU); Dr. Tobias Cremer\, German politician and Member of the European Parliament since 2024; and Wiebke Winter\, co-founder of KlimaUnion and one of Germany’s youngest political leaders\, to discuss the pathways to a career in politics. Schorer-Dremel\, with her extensive experience in Bavarian politics\, Cremer\, with his recent entry into the European Parliament\, and Winter\, with her leadership in climate advocacy\, will share their personal experiences\, the challenges they faced\, and the skills necessary to succeed in the political arena. The conversation will cover how to navigate party structures\, build a public profile\, and advocate for meaningful change. Whether you’re considering entering politics or are simply curious about what it takes to influence policy\, join us for an inspiring discussion on what it truly means to step into the political spotlight and shape the future. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nDr. Tobias Cremer: Member of the European Parliament (SPD)\nTanja Schorer-Dremel: Member of the State Parliament of Bavaria\, Deputy General Secretary of the CSU\nModeration: Victoria Reichelt: Journalist and Moderator of “DIE DA OBEN”\n\n 
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/how-to-become-a-politician
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-304\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241016T201146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241116T205627Z
UID:10000113-1731773700-1731778200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Digitization in the Public Sector: Insights From Health and Education
DESCRIPTION:As digitalization reshapes the public sector\, leaders in health and education are at the forefront of implementing changes that meet modern societal needs. This panel will explore the transformative potential of digital solutions such as Artificial Intelligence in these sectors\, highlight the regulatory challenges\, outline strategies for overcoming barriers\, and show how to get stakeholders on board to pave the way for a more responsive and future-ready public sector. In this panel discussion\, two leading experts\, Prof. Dr. Sascha Spoun\, President of Leuphana University Lüneburg\, and Prof. Dr. Lothar H. Wieler\, Chair for Digital Global Public Health at the Hasso Plattner Institute and former President of the Robert Koch Institute (RKI)\, will explore these challenges in depth. They will examine the role of new digital technologies\, such as AI\, while shedding light on how institutions can adapt to these changes\, the responsibilities they bear\, and the innovative strategies needed to ensure that digitalization serves to enhance rather than compromise the values of education and health. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nProf. Dr. Sascha Spoun: President\, Leuphana University Lüneburg\nProf. Dr. Dr. Lothar H. Wieler: Chair for Digital Global Public Health at the Hasso Plattner Institute; Former President of the Robert Koch Institute (RKI)\nModeration: Kirsten Rulf: Partner and Associate Director\, Boston Consulting Group
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/panel-with-lothar-wieler
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | LITTAUER L-145\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T155000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241029T192358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T052834Z
UID:10000158-1731767700-1731772200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Transatlantic Leadership - A Fireside Chat on Leading International Organizations
DESCRIPTION:Leading large organizations across boundaries involves manifold challenges. This fire-side chat will explore insights and experiences on leadership in companies in the U.S.\, Asia and Europe. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nKevin Peters: Managing Director MSD Germany\, MSD Sharp & Dohme GmbH\nModeration: Christine Jiang: Master in Public Policy Candidate\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/transatlantic-leadership
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-304\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T155000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241023T080126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T052609Z
UID:10000149-1731767700-1731772200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Internationalization of Medical Education – Sustainable Ideas to Support Science Diplomacy to Improve Health for All
DESCRIPTION:This workshop addresses the critical need to internationalize medical education in response to an increasingly interconnected and globalized world. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the necessity for health professionals to view themselves as part of a global medical community\, equipped to tackle collective challenges that transcend borders. Participants explore the foundational frameworks of Internationalization of Medical Education (IoME)\, including the market\, social transformation\, and liberal models that shape global educational strategies. The session also introduces the concept of Medical Science Diplomacy\, which merges humanitarian values with global health policy\, positioning students as ambassadors for international collaboration and cultural understanding. Through interactive discussions\, the workshop aims to develop sustainable models for integrating global perspectives into medical education\, fostering a new generation of health professionals equipped to drive global health outcomes and collaborative partnerships. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nJan Lüdert\, PhD: German Center for Research and Innovation\, New York\, NY\nAnette Wu (Fortgang)\, MD\, MPH\, PhD: Columbia University\, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons\, New York\, NY
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/internationalization-of-medical-education-sustainable-ideas-to-support-science-diplomacy-to-improve-health-for-all-workshop
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T155000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241023T075451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T032600Z
UID:10000146-1731767700-1731772200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: How to Have Hard Conversations and Happiness - The Art of Disagreement
DESCRIPTION:In today’s increasingly polarized world\, we struggle to have hard conversations. This workshop will first take participants back in time and explore how the Enlightenment ushered in a “persuasion revolution”\, whereby ideas with which one disagreed could be tolerated (and even celebrated!) for\, arguably\, the first time ever. Then\, it will return to the modern day and present compelling neuropsychology about why disagreement feels terrible\, and thus a threat. But when we approach hard conversations with humility (for our views) and curiosity (for others’ views)\, disagreement can suddenly turn exciting\, and thus an adventure. Participants will leave this session equipped with a framework to transform contentious\, threatening discussions into valuable\, adventurous ones—which might just work to heal a culture beset by contempt for “the other side”. \nSPEAKERS: \n\nBryce Fuemmeler: Senior Research Associate\, Leadership & Happiness Laboratory\, Harvard Kennedy School
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/how-to-have-hard-conversations-and-happiness-the-art-of-disagreement-workshop
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner G-02\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T155000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241023T072729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T032616Z
UID:10000140-1731767700-1731772200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Economic Power Plays: Geoeconomics in a Shifting Global Order
DESCRIPTION:In an interconnected world\, economics and geopolitics are more intertwined than ever. This panel on geoeconomics will explore how nations employ financial strategies\, resource control\, and technological advancements to project influence and achieve political objectives. As economic tools increasingly function as extensions of statecraft\, our panelists will examine the implications for global trade\, security\, and diplomacy\, with a particular focus on the roles of the U.S.\, Europe\, and China\, and the resulting impact on Germany as an export nation.  \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nDr. Elaine Buckberg: Senior Fellow\, Salata Institute for Climate and Sustainability at Harvard University; Former Chief Economist of General Motors\nDr. Werner Hoyer: President of the Institute for European Policies; Former President of the European Investment Bank\nPeter S. Rashish: Vice President and Director\, Geoeconomics Program\, American-German Institute – Johns Hopkins University\nMelanie Vogelbach: Managing Director International Economic Policy\, German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DIHK)\nModeration: Benjamin Bidder: Journalist\, Der Spiegel; Nieman Fellow ‘25 at Harvard University
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/economic-power-plays-geoeconomics-in-a-shifting-global-order
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-332\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T155000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241023T071405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T151235Z
UID:10000137-1731767700-1731772200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Security in Crisis: Ukraine\, Russia\, and the Battle for the Future of Europe
DESCRIPTION:The Ukraine war has shattered Europe’s post-Cold War security order—but what comes next? This gripping panel cuts straight to the heart of the conflict\, diving into the military strategies reshaping the region and the far-reaching consequences for global security. Can NATO and transatlantic allies prevent Europe from spiraling deeper into chaos\, or is Russia’s aggression an unstoppable force? As the war drags on\, this discussion probes the uncomfortable realities of European political decisions and U.S. strategic interests. Will peace emerge\, or are we staring down the barrel of a prolonged conflict? \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nKristine Berzina: Managing Director\, Geostrategy North\, The German Marshall Fund of the United States\nDr. Tobias Cremer: Member of the European Parliament\nNico Lange: Political Advisor; Former Chief of Staff at the German Federal Ministry of Defense\nObstdG Dr. Markus Reisner\, Ph.D.: Head of the Institute for Officer Training at the Theresian Military Academy\nModeration: Bjoern Steffen Hoyme: Lieutenant Colonel\, NATO HQ JSEC / German Army
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/security-in-crisis-ukraine-russia-and-the-battle-for-the-future-of-europe
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | LITTAUER L-145\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T143500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T155000
DTSTAMP:20260404T111007
CREATED:20241018T205400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T151501Z
UID:10000122-1731767700-1731772200@germanamericanconference.org
SUMMARY:Remembrance and Reflections: Navigating Collective Memory in Germany and the U.S.
DESCRIPTION:Germany and the USA have distinct approaches to Remembrance\, influenced by their histories. Germany’s remembrance is centered on the Holocaust and Nazi crimes\, promoting collective responsibility and counteracting extremism\, while the U.S. focuses on events such as the Civil War and civil rights movements\, often highlighting progress and patriotism. In the panel “”Remembering the Past in the Present – A Transatlantic Comparison”” at the German American Conference\, we wish to investigate the differences in Remembrance culture and its societal implications in the USA and Germany. \n  \nSPEAKERS: \n\nDr. Gloria Ayee: Senior Fellow and Adjunct Lecturer in Public Policy\, Harvard Kennedy School\nDr. Sonja Kreibich: Consul General of Germany to the New England States\nVeronika Nahm: Director\, Anne Frank Center\, Berlin\nJoel Obermayer: Founder and Executive Director\, Widen the Circle\nModeration: Johanna Roth: U.S. Correspondent\, ZEIT Online
URL:https://germanamericanconference.org/event/remembrance-culture
LOCATION:Harvard Kennedy School | Wexner W-436\, 79 John F. Kennedy St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel
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