About us

Ready for a challenge? Immerse yourself in the world of technology at the ChefTreff AI Hackathon! This is where Germany’s tech talents come together to master real-life challenges with advanced methods such as artificial intelligence in just 24 hours. Network with like-minded people and get to know leading companies.

Our mission.

Our mission:

Whether it’s recruiting top talent or developing leaders, HR is at the heart of every successful organization.
The battle for the best talent is getting tougher. In difficult economic times, it is all the more important to motivate and build complementary teams.
You want the latest trends, real case studies and concrete figures? Join us and help shape the future of HR!

What you can expect:

Get valuable career tips, insights into the latest tech trends and important skills for your personal development – practical, authentic and at eye level.

The summit

We develop the ideal talent strategy for your company.

Insight Sessions

Strengthen your employer brand with compelling content and targeted media campaigns.

Speaker Nights

Create unique events that bring your brand to life and attract the best talent

Podcast

Optimized recruiting process for more efficient hiring

Future Leader Academy

Find and attract the best talent before they enter the job market

Future of

Position your managers as opinion leaders and attract high-caliber talent.

Our team

Get valuable career tips, insights into the latest tech trends and important skills for your personal development – practical, authentic and at eye level.

Dr. Auma Obama

Head of People & Culture

UNITY Operations AG

Barbara Frenkel

Head of People & Culture

UNITY Operations AG

Guido M. Kretschmer

Head of People & Culture

UNITY Operations AG

Philipp Westermeyer

Head of People & Culture

UNITY Operations AG

Your program structure

Kick-Off Workshop
Find your Leadership Style & Welcome Dinner
A clear understanding of your leadership style is the key to successful leadership. In this interactive workshop session, you will work with experts to determine how you come across as a leader and which approaches suit you and your team. Using a personality test, you will analyze your strengths and weaknesses, receive valuable feedback and develop your individual leadership profile. Through practical examples and exercises, you will learn how different leadership styles work in reality - and find out how you can lead your team effectively and authentically.

07.03.25 - Kick-off workshop & dinner on site
Kick-Off Workshop
Week 1
Digital Innovation & Tech Fundamentals
New technologies and tools offer enormous opportunities for structure, efficiency and innovation in teams and companies. In this session, you will learn about the most important tech trends and understand how they can be used in companies. Using practical examples and case studies, you will see how innovative companies are using digital solutions to optimize their teams and processes. Together, you will develop concrete ideas on how you can apply these technologies in your own company to save time, increase quality and strengthen your team.

11.03.25 - 2h digital impulse
14.03.25 - 2h workshop on site
Week 1
Week 2
Strategy development & target management
Strategic thinking, clear goal setting and efficient tracking are essential to successfully lead your team and stand out from your superiors. In this session, you will learn how to develop strategies, communicate them clearly and use tools such as OKRs to define measurable goals that are linked to the company vision. You will develop a mini-strategy for a specific project, practice prioritizing tasks and learn how to effectively measure progress. These skills will help you to give your team direction and gain the trust of your superiors - for sustainable success.

18.03.25 - 2h digital impulse
21.03.25 - 2h workshop on site
Week 2
Week 3
Team & Time Management
As a manager, time is your greatest asset and prioritization is essential. In this session, you will learn how to efficiently structure your everyday life and your team using proven frameworks such as the Eisenhower matrix or digital tools. You will practise delegating tasks clearly, resolving conflicts within the team and minimizing stress factors. At the end, you will have a concrete plan on how to make the best use of your time, manage your team productively and focus on the really important things.

25.03.25 - 2h digital impulse
28.03.25 - 2h workshop on site
Week 3
Week 4
Career Vision
Without a clear vision, it's easy to lose focus in your career. In this final session, you will develop a personal roadmap for the next five years that reflects your goals and values. You will reflect on where you want to grow as a leader and plan the next steps to follow your path. Through feedback and inspiration from other participants, you will sharpen your career vision and gain clarity on how you want to shape your role in the company and beyond.

01.04.25 - 2h digital impulse
04.04.25 - 2h workshop on site
Week 4
Closing
Closing Dinner & Community Kick-Off
The Closing Dinner is not only the ceremonial conclusion of the Academy, but also the starting point of your Future Leader Community. This exclusive network of like-minded people will accompany you far beyond the Academy - with dedicated community channels, opportunities to exchange ideas and regular invitations to other ChefTreff events that will further promote your personal and professional development.

04.04.25 - open end
Closing
Workshop & Dinner
Find your Leadership Style & Welcome Dinner
A clear understanding of your leadership style is the key to successful leadership. In this interactive workshop session, you will work with experts to determine how you come across as a leader and which approaches suit you and your team. Using a personality test, you will analyze your strengths and weaknesses, receive valuable feedback and develop your individual leadership profile. Through practical examples and exercises, you will learn how different leadership styles work in reality - and find out how you can lead your team effectively and authentically.

07.03.25 - Kick-off workshop & dinner on site
Workshop & Dinner
Week 1
Digital Innovation & Tech Fundamentals
New technologies and tools offer enormous opportunities for structure, efficiency and innovation in teams and companies. In this session, you will learn about the most important tech trends and understand how they can be used in companies. Using practical examples and case studies, you will see how innovative companies are using digital solutions to optimize their teams and processes. Together, you will develop concrete ideas on how you can apply these technologies in your own company to save time, increase quality and strengthen your team.

11.03.25 - 2h digital impulse
14.03.25 - 2h workshop on site
Week 1
Week 2
Strategy development & target management
Strategic thinking, clear goal setting and efficient tracking are essential to successfully lead your team and stand out from your superiors. In this session, you will learn how to develop strategies, communicate them clearly and use tools such as OKRs to define measurable goals that are linked to the company vision. You will develop a mini-strategy for a specific project, practice prioritizing tasks and learn how to effectively measure progress. These skills will help you to give your team direction and gain the trust of your superiors - for sustainable success.

18.03.25 - 2h digital impulse
21.03.25 - 2h workshop on site
Week 2
Week 3
Team & Time Management
As a manager, time is your greatest asset and prioritization is essential. In this session, you will learn how to efficiently structure your everyday life and your team using proven frameworks such as the Eisenhower matrix or digital tools. You will practise delegating tasks clearly, resolving conflicts within the team and minimizing stress factors. At the end, you will have a concrete plan on how to make the best use of your time, manage your team productively and focus on the really important things.

25.03.25 - 2h digital impulse
28.03.25 - 2h workshop on site
Week 3
Week 4
Career Vision
Without a clear vision, it's easy to lose focus in your career. In this final session, you will develop a personal roadmap for the next five years that reflects your goals and values. You will reflect on where you want to grow as a leader and plan the next steps to pursue your path in a targeted manner. Through feedback and inspiration from other participants, you will sharpen your career vision and gain clarity on how you want to shape your role in the company and beyond.

01.04.25 - 2h digital impulse
04.04.25 - 2h workshop on site
Week 4
Closing
Dinner & Community Kick-Off
The Closing Dinner is not only the ceremonial conclusion of the Academy, but also the starting point of your Future Leader Community. This exclusive network of like-minded people will accompany you far beyond the Academy - with dedicated community channels, opportunities to exchange ideas and regular invitations to other ChefTreff events that will further promote your personal and professional development.

04.04.25 - open end
Closing
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