Get ready for an evening of bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and fast-paced conversations around the future of work. ⚡️
In cooperation with DisruptHR Berlin 3.0, this Thursday Gathering brings together HR professionals, leaders, innovators, and curious minds for a series of rapid-fire talks designed to challenge conventional thinking and spark new ideas around leadership, culture, innovation, and the human side of work.
Expect 5-minute talks, quick-moving slides, and plenty of opportunities to connect, exchange ideas, and continue the conversation through networking.
In the Demo Table zone you will discover various products, technologies and projects being presented by the founders or startup-representatives.
In the Info Table zone you will find out about projects, organisations and ideas.
Want to present your organisation? Send us an application!
However remember, this is NO HARD SALES zone.
Unwind, connect, and vibe to the rhythm! This lively session blends casual networking with great music, offering the perfect atmosphere to meet fellow innovators, exchange ideas, and forge new collaborations. Enjoy the beats, and build meaningful connections in a relaxed, energetic setting.
Start your night with this quick overview of Venture Café, what we do as a community, and how you can make the most of our weekly Thursday Gathering! Bring a friend, grab a beverage, and plug in to the ecosystem - it’s time to connect, learn, and share 💜
AI writes with us, searches for us and stores for us. The skills, the habits and the responsibility stay with us. Four mentors bring one question each to the stage, three startups pitch, and every mentor leaves the audience with one digital habit for Monday morning.
Join us for DisruptHR Berlin 3.0, where fresh ideas and bold talks shake up the world of HR! ⚡️
DisruptHR is a globally licensed event format designed to spark fresh thinking around leadership, culture, innovation, and the human side of work.
The talks are short, energetic, and thought-provoking, encouraging speakers to share one powerful idea that can challenge perspectives and inspire change.
The event begins with networking, followed by a series of rapid-fire talks and opportunities to connect with speakers and participants. There will be no chance to get bored, and every opportunity to be inspired!
Speakers have 5 minutes each, and slides rotate every 15 seconds. Short, sharp, and energizing is the theme. Following the talks, participants will have the opportunity to continue the conversation through networking and breakout sessions.
Get ready to disrupt, connect, and grow!
Agenda
17.00 - 18.00 Registration + Networking
Enjoy drinks while networking with peers.
18.00 - 19.15 Disrupt Talks
19.15 - 20.00 Networking Happy Hour
Enjoy beverages while continuing the conversation with our Disrupt speakers and other business professionals!
Meet our great speakers and experts:
Olga Shkut, Leadership Coach and Team Facilitator
"Reskilling Revolution: What skills we need in the AI era."
Darya Kamkalova, Entrepreneur, Angel Investor, Creator, International Speaker, and Global Startup Award Winner.
"Portfolio Careers: Your Best People Already Have a Second Job. Good!"
Rachel Wright, Communication Strategist
"Monkey See, Monkey Prompt."
Raluca Idor, TA Lead EMEA at Amazon Web Services
"Will AI Make or Break your Employer Brand?"
Michel Gagnon, COO, the DO, Co-Founder, Stun and Awe
“Stop Adopting AI. Do the Impossible.”
Dr. Karolina Kettler, HR Business Partner, University Lecturer
"They Said Culture. They Meant Show Me the Money."
Jeremy Brian, Leadership & Culture Development Consultant
"What Culture Maps Miss: The Hidden Geometry of Teams".
Milena Sakaguchi, HR Partner, ICF-Certified Coach & Leadership Trainer
"Failure Rebranded"
Asel Lobanchenko, Systemic Business Coach · Career Transitions, Founder & Leadership Development
"What If We Stop Fixing People?"
Kata Spychala, Product Lead and Co-founder of Human Future Hub
"Is Optimism Delusion or Drive? Reclaiming Belonging and Connection"
See you at DisruptHR Berlin 3.0! ⚡️
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The U.S. market provides access to:
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Executive and leadership coaching is also part of my work; 1:1 support through transitions and performance challenges.
I practice and read widely outside HR: fashion design, cognitive science, sociology, theology, creative arts.
Strategic HR Business Partner with over 9 years of international experience in recruitment, talent development, organizational culture, and employer branding. Proven track record in shaping strategic HR processes, designing agile organizational structures, and leading innovative implementations that support business transformation and long-term growth.
As a Certified Coach and Public Speaking Trainer, I design, moderate, and implement engaging workshops and high-impact coaching programs..
Strengths: Futuristic | Individualization | Relator | Arranger | Input
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I accompany professionals in cultivating the courage to express themselves and make conscious decisions.
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