April 10-11, 2026 | Hamburg
The FUTURE LEADER SUMMIT is the event for talents who don’t just dream, but make decisions. Learn from leading minds how to turn opportunities into clear paths – with real knowledge, relevant skills and concrete orientation.
Over 10,000 ambitious talents meet decision-makers from business, tech and science. Experience clear insights, applicable knowledge and targeted networking. Set your course and make decisions that will shape your future.
Experience unvarnished insights and clear strategies from people who lead the way. They show you how real decisions are made and which paths really work. Our previous speakers:
The SUMMIT is the central non-profit event for 10,000 future-oriented talents, young leaders and start-ups who want to consciously set their course. Learn from thought leaders in business, tech and science and network with companies that open doors.
Gain concrete orientation for your career, insights into tech developments and skills that will count tomorrow – clear, applicable and at eye level.
60+ sessions with real insights, honest stories, interviews and formats that will take you further.
Learn which tech trends are relevant, which frameworks are scaling and which skills will get you ahead.
From focused dinners to after parties – meet people who understand your path and open up new perspectives.
Your personal navigator. Plan your sessions, network specifically and keep track of all participants.
Quiet zones for intensive discussions with recruiters, investors or new contacts that count.
Meet over 100 companies and partners who don’t just talk, but offer concrete opportunities.
From DAX companies to the shooting stars of the startup scene – here you will meet companies that create real opportunities. Gain insights behind the scenes and make contacts that will make your next step possible.
Learn how they turned obstacles into opportunities in honest talks from over 100 speakers. With honest insights and clear strategies, they will show you how to set your own course.
Take your potential to the next level in over 50 interactive masterclasses and sessions. Network with companies & mentors who support your development.
Take the opportunity to talk directly to recruiters. Discover corporate cultures, concrete opportunities and how to strategically organize your entry.
At the AI hackathon, you prove your skills on real problems. Work in a team, develop applicable solutions and gain experience that will help you progress.
Experienced CEOs, board members and executives share their most important lessons for the next step in their career. These sessions are for those who not only want to follow, but want to lead.
Immerse yourself in the developments that will count tomorrow. With clear insights from industry experts, you will gain the knowledge to lead the way in your field.
At the Networking Power Hour, you will meet young professionals and industry leaders who understand your path. Exchange ideas, make targeted contacts and open new doors.
Our Career Growth Workshops give you concrete tools to consciously manage your career. Learn how to use your strengths and take clear steps.
Discover new perspectives for your scientific work and gain impulses on how your research can have a social and economic impact.
Get in touch with leading companies that are interested in your expertise and explore possible collaborations or career paths.
Learn how to strategically position your projects, present them convincingly and identify suitable funding or financing opportunities.
Get honest assessments and concrete recommendations from experts to further develop and sharpen your research ideas.
Present your startup to investors, industry experts and potential partners. An ideal platform to receive feedback, validate your idea and secure funding.
In the exclusive Investor & Startup Area, you will meet investors who are looking for promising projects. Have conversations, get constructive feedback and lay the foundation for your next round.
Our interactive growth hacking workshops show you how to realize fast and sustainable growth. Learn strategies and tools from leading experts that are specifically designed for founders.
Meet experienced founders and learn directly from successful start-ups. Get a variety of perspectives, find the right support and develop your next steps with valuable input.
For students and graduates who want to set their course.
€39
For young professionals up to the age of 35 who are taking the next step.
€69
For founders and start-up teams who want to scale.
€89
For professionals aged 35+ who want to expand their knowledge.
€179
Welcome to one of the most modern event venues in Europe: the Congress Center Hamburg (CCH). The barrier-free location is centrally located at Dammtor and can be easily reached from the main train station in just a few minutes.
Immerse yourself in an inspiring environment that creates space for great visions and personal encounters. Use modern retreats for intensive discussions and develop new ideas in this unique place – with a real focus on the future.
Immerse yourself in the inspiring atmosphere and discover retreats for in-depth discussions. Enjoy the opportunity to develop new ideas and find innovative solutions in this unique place.
The Future Leader Summit is Europe’s most important non-profit event for students, graduates, young leaders and start-ups who want to consciously set their course. Participants can network with companies, learn from leading personalities and gain strategic orientation.
The summit will take place on April 10-11, 2026 at the Congress Center Hamburg (CCH).
The summit is aimed at students, young professionals, founders and companies interested in topics such as innovation, leadership, networking and career development.
Over 100 speakers share their decades of experience and take a relentless look behind the scenes to show you the path to success. You will learn from renowned experts from various industries and gain valuable insights to help you achieve your goals. The names will be announced in February.
Yes, we offer attractive packages for companies, universities and groups wishing to purchase multiple tickets. These also include access to exclusive formats. Please contact us for more information at info@chef-treff.de or at https://chef-treff.de/unternehmen/
We welcome partnerships and sponsorship inquiries. Please send an email to leonhard@chef-treff.de and we will discuss the various ways you can present your brand at the summit.
Co-Founder WajveBastian gründete „deineStudienfinanzierung“, eine Plattform für Studenten-Kredite. Mit ihr gelangt er in „Die Höhle der Löwen“, einen Deal gab es hinterher doch nicht. Mit ihrem neuen Produkt Wajve will er nun Banking für die 18 bis 25-Jährigen attraktiv machen und hat bereits über 5 Millionen von VC's erhalten.
Industry Lead Google Nina Michahelles ist Industry Lead Consumer Brands bei Google und unterstützt globale FMCG-Konzerne beim Erreichen ambitionierter Wachstumsziele und Meistern der digitalen Transformation. Nach ihrem BWL-Studium an der Universität Mannheim startete Nina ihre Karriere 2014 in verschiedenen Marketing- und Vertriebsrollen bei Henkel Beauty Care (3J) und L’Oréal (5J) bevor sie ihre Laufbahn bei Colgate Palmolive (10J) in verschiedenen Führungspositionen fortsetzte. Bis zu ihrem Wechsel zu Google Mitte 2021 war Nina zuletzt als Geschäftsführerin CP Gaba Deutschland tätig.
Co-Founder Tomorrow & Lemonaid Jakob Berndt ist Co-Founder der digitalen Nachhaltigkeitsbank Tomorrow. In 2009 gründete er mit zwei Kompagnons das Unternehmen "Lemonaid & Charitea", das heute in 15 Märkten aktiv ist und bereits mehr als 3 Mio. Euro für Sozialprojekte im globalen Süden erwirtschaftet hat. Er führt zudem ehrenamtlich den Vorsitz von SOS Mediterranee.
Co-Founder Einhorn Waldemar Zeiler, geboren 1982 in der weiten Steppe Kasachstans, stellt die Wirtschaftswelt auf den Kopf: Er ist Purpose Unternehmer, Serienscheiterer und Möchtegern-Speaker. Zeiler ist Chief Executive Unicorn des „fairstainable“ Unternehmen Einhorn Products, welches er mit Philip Siefer gegründet hat, das verschiedene Untenrum-Produkte wie vegane Kondome, Menstruationstassen und Tampons vertreibt.
Autor & ehm. Manager Berstelsmann AG Dr. Thomas Middelhoff war einer der einflussreichsten und bedeutendsten Manager Deutschlands. Als Vorstandsvorsitzender des Medienkonzerns Bertelsmann AG baute er von 1998 bis 2002 die RTL Group auf. Dann im November 2014 der krasse Fall - er wurde zu einer Haftstrafe von drei Jahren verurteil, aufgrund der angeblichen Insolvenzverschleppung bei Arcandor (ehemals KarstadtQuelle AG).
Vice President Unilever CHAN steht für Christiane Haasis und Angela Nelissen. Gemeinsam teilen sie sich seit zehn Jahren im Job-Share die Stelle des Vice President Refreshment bei Unilever und sind somit für unseren Marken wie Ben & Jerry’s, Langnese, Eskimo, Lusso, Lipton und Magnum zuständig.
Co-Founder Charles Vermutlich kennt nahezu jede:r einigermaßen Instagram-affine Deutsche Kapten & Son: Was als Uhrenmarke begann, ist heute eine „Multi-Category-Brand“, die 150 Mitarbeiter beschäftigt über 50 Millionen Euro jährlich umsetzt. Mit seinem neuen Startup Charles will er den Conversational Commerce in Deutschland etablieren.
Journalist & Co-Founder Storymaschine Kai Diekmann ist ein deutscher Journalist und Unternehmer. Er war 16 Jahre lang der Chefredakteur der "Bild"-Zeitung und führte denkwürdige Interviews mit Machthabern, wie Trump, Putin oder Angela Merkel. Heute ist er Co-Founder der Social Media Agentur Storymaschine.
Founder Mission Female Frederike Probert ist Unternehmerin und Expertin für die Digitalwirtschaft sowie Profi-Netzwerkerin. Sie startete ihre Karriere im Medienbereich vor 15 Jahren bei namhaften amerikanischen Konzernen wie Yahoo, AOL und Microsoft. Ihr gegründetes Netzwerk "Mission Female" stärkt Frauen in Wirtschaft, Medien und Politik.
Co-Founder Foodist Alexander ist Co-Founder der führenden Food-Discovery-Plattform Foodist. Alles begann nach dem Studium an der HSBA und im Wohnzimmer gepackten Food-Boxen. Mittlerweile macht Foodist über 30 Millionen Umsatz und bietet vor allem Produkte mit Influencerinnen wie Pamela Reif und Stefanie Giesinger an.
Autorin & Speaker Zeitgeist Kirstine Fratz berät Marken wie Gucci, Escada, Dolce & Gabbana und Unternehmen wie Beiersdorf, Unilever, Procter & Gamble. Kirstine Fratz spricht vom Zeitgeist als eine evolutionäre Intelligenz, die uns immer wieder neue, noch ungenutzte Potenziale anbietet, um unsere Kultur in heilsame, sich wohltuend entfaltende Bahnen zu lenken.
