Schedule

Note: Event times and speaker lineups are subject to change

Workshop: The War for Ukraine – Lessons Learned with Colonel Markus Reisner

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

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 […]

Workshop: Start From Scratch – How to Build a Startup

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

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.   SPEAKERS: Simon […]

Workshop: Internationalization of Medical Education – Sustainable Ideas to Support Science Diplomacy to Improve Health for All

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

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 […]

RANGE Workshop: Predicting the German-American Partnership

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

In this session, participants will use the Bertelsmann Foundation's RANGE forecasting platform to engage in structured discussions on the future of US-German relations. The workshop will begin with a brief "decomposition" exercise, in which participants will isolate the key drivers shaping the relationship between Washington and Berlin. Following this, they will work to prioritize the […]

Workshop: Innovation in Science

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

This workshop aims at addressing some of the overlooked areas of innovation in academia. In a rapidly digitalizing world, it's easy to assume that the frontier of progress lies solely in integrating digital tools and AI into research. However, this workshop posits that innovation also lies in reshaping conventional practices and systems. Over a span […]

Fireside Chat: The Life of an Astronaut

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

Delving into the prospect of human life beyond Earth, this discussion will explore the underlying principles of manned spaceflight and envision our future as an interplanetary civilization. With Dr. Jeffrey Hoffman

Panel: Education Beyond Limits

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

The event aims at giving all participants a comprehensive insight into novel education concepts. The event features young leaders in education from Germany and the U.S. introducing digital concepts that are the future of education. We will provide a space for the exchange of innovative ideas that shape tomorrow's education including AI and digital learning […]

Fireside Chat: Climate Now: Climate, Sustainability, and Decarbonization

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking fireside chat with Dr. Fabian Schober, CEO of TÜV Süd America. He will explore questions such as how organizations can actively contribute to carbon emissions reduction and support decarbonization initiatives. With Dr. Fabian Schober

Panel: The Need for Speed: Transforming Mobility in Times of Rapid Change

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

This panel aims to explore the ongoing transformation in the mobility sector. Climate change, changing societal demands, rapidly advancing technology and high competition posed by disruptive players in the various mobility industries - the mobility sector is poised for significant changes in the future. The main foci of the panel will be climate change, evolving societal […]

Panel: German Mittelstand: From Local Business to International Success

Harvard Kennedy School | Rubenstein R-306 79 John F. Kennedy St, Cambridge, MA, United States

Are you curious about the secret behind the German Mittelstand's global success and eager to learn how tradition meets innovation in a transatlantic context? Join us for engaging expert talks and a lively panel discussion as we unravel the journey of German Mittelstand companies in the USA. Together with executives and thought leaders, we will […]