2nd of July 2025 Aachen
Julia Klöckner
President of the German Bundestag
Dr. Karsten Wildberger
Federal Minister for Digitalization and Government Modernization
Andrew Parsons
President International Paralympic Committee
Michal Spiller
Managing Director of Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli GmbH
Dr. Steffen Merkel
Managing Director of DFL German Football League GmbH
Jörg Howe
Head of Global Communications & External Affairs Daimler Truck AG
Mali M Baum
CEO & Founder WLOUNGE | MAGDA GROUP | EIC board member European Commission
Andreas Rettig
Managing Director of Sport at DFB GmbH & Co. KG
Rob Smith
Chairman of the Executive Board KION GROUP AG
Dr. Sebastian C. Schulte
CEO | DEUTZ AG
Dr. Dirk Stenkamp
CEO | TÜV NORD GROUP
Fabian Kienbaum
Managing Partner Kienbaum Consultants International GmbH
chiotec is more than a conference; it is a movement that unites pioneering minds from industry, academia, politics, and sports. We foster an environment where interdisciplinary exchange sparks groundbreaking solutions and future-defining innovations. Our mission is clear: to accelerate innovation in key areas such as sustainability, cross-industry collaboration, artificial intelligence, and the future of work. But beyond technology, chiotec is about community and builds on a shared legacy, creating a unique space where talents connect to drive impactful change. By exploring the intersection of sports, technology, and entrepreneurship, we foster cross-sector innovation and sustainable business models thriving for impact! Our shared goal is to transform the ideas shaping our future into reality today. Because: Together we can do better!
We believe that the challenges of our time require bold thinkers and fearless innovators. At chiotec25, we bring together visionary minds, industry pioneers, and decision makers who share the drive to shape the future. We empower to push the boundaries of what’s possible—whether by revolutionizing industries, championing sports, or creating cross-sector breakthroughs. We stand with those who challenge the status quo and turn bold ideas into real-world impact. The future is built through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and ambition. And most importantly, it is built with YOU at chiotec25!
Originating from Michael Mronz and the CHIO Aachen, #neuland offered a platform for future shapers. #neuland was not just another congress; It was a visionary summit that brought this interdisciplinary idea to life for the first time in Germany, gathering leading minds from business, science, politics and sport Complementing this vision, in 2024 #neuland joined forces with the Aachen Technology & Entrepreneurship Congress (ATEC) around Prof. Malte Brettel. For over a decade,
chiotec is more than a conference; it is a movement that unites pioneering minds from industry, academia, politics, and sports. We foster an environment where interdisciplinary exchange sparks groundbreaking solutions and future-defining innovations. Our mission is clear: to accelerate innovation in key areas such as sustainability, cross-industry collaboration, artificial intelligence, and the future of work. But beyond technology, chiotec is about community and builds on a shared legacy, creating a unique space where talents connect to drive impactful change. By exploring the intersection of sports, technology, and entrepreneurship, we foster cross-sector innovation and sustainable business models thriving for impact! Our shared goal is to transform the ideas shaping our future into reality today. Because: Together we can do better!
We believe that the challenges of our time require bold thinkers and fearless innovators. At chiotec25, we bring together visionary minds, industry pioneers, and decision makers who share the drive to shape the future. We empower to push the boundaries of what’s possible—whether by revolutionizing industries, championing sports, or creating cross-sector breakthroughs. We stand with those who challenge the status quo and turn bold ideas into real-world impact. The future is built through collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and ambition. And most importantly, it is built with YOU at chiotec25!
Originating from Michael Mronz and the CHIO Aachen, #neuland offered a platform for future shapers. #neuland was not just another congress; It was a visionary summit that brought this interdisciplinary idea to life for the first time in Germany, gathering leading minds from business, science, politics and sport Complementing this vision, in 2024 #neuland joined forces with the Aachen Technology & Entrepreneurship Congress (ATEC) around Prof. Malte Brettel. For over a decade,
The award honors individuals who drive change through innovation and responsibility. On 2 July, the award winner will contribute their perspective to a panel at chiotec – at the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and society.