Congress
chiotec

2nd of July 2025
Aachen

2nd of July 2025 | Aachen

SPEAKER 2025

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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

WHAT

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!

WHY

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!

WHO

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,

WHAT

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!

WHY

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!

WHO

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,

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AWARDS 2025

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Nicolaus August Otto Award by DEUTZ AG

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The award ceremony will take place on 1 July during the Media Night as part of the Impuls chiotec program (separate invitation required).

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.

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