High-Profile Speakers for Employee and Customer Events
If you’d like to book a truly prominent speaker or keynote speaker for your next employee or customer event, we’ll do everything humanly possible to make it happen for you.
Important for you: We only recommend prominent speakers whom we know personally.
People who are not only prominent but also excellent speakers—and with whom we can work together in a straightforward, reliable, and direct manner.
They are all true treasures—both professionally and personally.
Your guests will be curious, impressed, and delighted—and will go home feeling deeply touched and moved.
You can request these—and many other—prominent speakers and keynote speakers for employee and customer events for your next event.
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Prominent Keynote Speakers in Sports

Christian Lell
<p>Christian Lell knows what it means to perform under extreme pressure—and to continually adapt to change.<br data-start=""573"" data-end=""576""/>As a professional soccer player, he was under contract with FC Bayern Munich, won German championships and DFB Cups, and played on both the national and international stages. Week after week, he was expected to deliver—in front of millions of spectators, under constant scrutiny. </p>
<p>In his presentations, he demonstrates how to remain productive under pressure and confidently handle changing expectations.</p>

Maria Riesch
<p>Maria Höfl-Riesch, born in 1984 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, is one of Germany’s most successful female athletes. After standing on skis for the first time at age three, winning her first race at age five, and competing in youth and junior championships from then on, she turned pro at 16 and began competing in the World Cup in 2001. This was followed by numerous victories at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Sochi. </p>
<p>In her talks, she inspires audiences with powerful messages and offers insights into achievement, passion, and change. With her commitment to women’s empowerment and social issues, she represents a new generation of role models. </p>

Benedikt Böhm
<p data-start=""1182"" data-end=""1431"">Benedikt Böhm is one of Germany's most successful extreme mountaineers and is the managing director of Lupine; he previously served as CEO of Dynafit.<br data-start=""1315"" data-end=""1318""/>He climbs 8,000-meter peaks without oxygen or outside assistance—often in record time and under extreme conditions.</p>
<p data-start=""1433"" data-end=""1534"">These experiences have shaped his approach to leadership, risk management, and decision-making under pressure.</p>
<p data-start=""1536"" data-end=""1660"">In his presentations, he demonstrates how clarity, trust, and precision make all the difference, even in uncertain situations.</p>

Deniz Aytekin
<p data-start=""1721"" data-end=""1950"">Deniz Aytekin is one of Germany’s most renowned referees and has been named “Referee of the Year” several times.<br data-start=""1859"" data-end=""1862""/>On the field, he makes decisions under intense pressure—in full view of millions.</p>
<p data-start=""1952"" data-end=""2062"">He applies this experience to the corporate context and draws parallels between soccer and business.</p>
<p data-start=""2064"" data-end=""2190"">In his presentations, he explains how clear decision-making, communication, and empathy influence team performance.</p>

Katrin Müller-Hohenstein
<p data-start=""2265"" data-end=""2506"">Katrin Müller-Hohenstein has been a leading figure in sports broadcasting at ZDF for many years, particularly on “aktuelles sportstudio” and during international tournaments.<br data-start=""2424"" data-end=""2427""/>She has first-hand experience with the dynamics of performance, pressure, and teamwork.</p>
<p data-start=""2508"" data-end=""2600"">Her experience provides a clear perspective on communication during critical moments.</p>
<p data-start=""2602"" data-end=""2697"">In her presentations, she demonstrates how presence, clarity, and communication make all the difference.</p>

Dominik Neidhart
<p data-start=""2768"" data-end=""3023"">Dominik Neidhart competed in four America’s Cup challenges and, as an underdog, won the competition with Team Alinghi—marking Europe’s first victory in 152 years.<br data-start=""2936"" data-end=""2939""/>He has experienced both defeats and extraordinary successes at the highest level.</p>
<p data-start=""3025"" data-end=""3135"">These experiences demonstrate just how crucial teamwork and reliability are under extreme conditions.</p>
<p data-start=""3137"" data-end=""3270"">In his presentations, he analyzes what makes teams successful and how peak performance can be achieved in the workplace as well.</p>
Prominent Keynote Speakers from Politics, Business, and Society

Christoph Keese
<p data-start=""3340"" data-end=""3542"">Christoph Keese is one of Germany's best-known thought leaders in the field of digital transformation.<br data-start=""3430"" data-end=""3433""/>He has lived in Silicon Valley on several occasions and combines international perspectives with an entrepreneurial mindset.</p>
<p data-start=""3544"" data-end=""3666"">As the former CEO of hy – the Axel Springer Consulting Group, he supported executives through transformation processes.</p>
<p data-start=""3668"" data-end=""3780"">In his presentations, he shows how companies can successfully navigate digital transformation and develop new business models.</p>

Felix Finkbeiner
<p data-start=""3848"" data-end=""4036"">As a child, Felix Finkbeiner founded the Plant-for-the-Planet initiative with the vision of planting trees around the world.<br data-start=""3970"" data-end=""3973""/>What began as a school presentation grew into an international movement.</p>
<p data-start=""4038"" data-end=""4112"">His commitment embodies sustainable thinking and global responsibility.</p>
<p data-start=""4114"" data-end=""4200"">In his talks, he demonstrates how ideas can lead to concrete changes.</p>

Prof. Dr. Marcel Fratzscher
<p data-start=""4273"" data-end=""4521"">Marcel Fratzscher is president of the German Institute for Economic Research and one of Germany's leading economists.<br data-start=""4400"" data-end=""4403""/>He worked for the European Central Bank for many years and has held positions at various international institutions.</p>
<p data-start=""4523"" data-end=""4614"">His work focuses on macroeconomics, financial markets, and global interdependencies.</p>
<p data-start=""4616"" data-end=""4705"">In his lectures, he explains economic developments in a well-informed and accessible way.</p>

K.T. zu Guttenberg
<p data-start=""4785"" data-end=""5019"">Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg served as Germany's Minister of Defense and Minister of Economics and is now an entrepreneur and journalist.<br data-start=""4918"" data-end=""4921""/>He is deeply involved in international political and economic developments.</p>
<p data-start=""5021"" data-end=""5097"">His perspective brings together politics, economics, and global issues.</p>
<p data-start=""5099"" data-end=""5203"">In his lectures, he discusses geopolitics, digitalization, and economic challenges.</p>

Natalie Amiri
<p data-start=""5258"" data-end=""5461"">Natalie Amiri is an ARD journalist who has been reporting from crisis-stricken regions and the Middle East for many years.<br data-start=""5365"" data-end=""5368""/>She combines personal experiences with in-depth analysis of international developments.</p>
<p data-start=""5463"" data-end=""5552"">Her work makes complex political and social issues easy to understand.</p>
<p data-start=""5554"" data-end=""5649"">In her lectures, she demonstrates how media, communication, and global conflicts interact.</p>

Sven Voth
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<p data-start=""5706"" data-end=""5897"">Sven Voth is the founder of SNIPES and built the company from a local shoe store into an international billion-dollar corporation.<br data-start=""5841"" data-end=""5844""/>He played a key role in shaping the brand, the community, and the company’s growth.</p>
<p data-start=""5899"" data-end=""5963"">His journey is a testament to consistent entrepreneurship and scaling.</p>
<p data-start=""5965"" data-end=""6034"">In his presentations, he provides insights into brand building and growth.</p>
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Boris Dolkhani
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<p data-start=""6091"" data-end=""6325"">Boris Dolkhani was in charge of Global Brand & Marketing at KUKA and was named “CMO of the Year” in his role as head of the Bosch brand.<br data-start=""6230"" data-end=""6233""/>He has extensive experience in international brand and campaign strategies.</p>
<p data-start=""6327"" data-end=""6395"">His work combines brand management with digital transformation.</p>
<p data-start=""6397"" data-end=""6496"">In his presentations, he demonstrates how to successfully implement brand strategy and communication.</p>
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Prominent Keynote Speakers: Personality & Mindset

Katrin Hansmeier
<p data-start=""232"" data-end=""442"">Katrin Hansmeier is an expert on work-joy balance, a speaker, and a trained actress.<br data-start=""319"" data-end=""322""/>She has appeared in numerous theater, film, and TV productions, including as a detective on the Berlin-based episode of *Tatort*.</p>
<p data-start=""444"" data-end=""543"">Her work combines humor, communication, and a clear perspective on collaboration and leadership.</p>
<p data-start=""545"" data-end=""669"">In her presentations, she shows how humor, attitude, and communication strengthen teams and improve collaboration in the long term.</p>

Kelechi Onyele
<p data-start=""182"" data-end=""364"">Kelechi Onyele lives out his calling to empower people.<br data-start=""238"" data-end=""241""/>This Frankfurt resident with Nigerian roots radiates this attitude—with extraordinary calm and composure.</p>
<p data-start=""366"" data-end=""457"">His work embodies personal growth, motivation, and a clear inner mindset.</p>
<p data-start=""459"" data-end=""578"">In his talks, he shows how people can realize their potential and take action with clarity and confidence.</p>

Marc Wallert
<p data-start=""6553"" data-end=""6758"">Marc Wallert has led teams through transformation for many years and understands the challenges facing modern companies.<br data-start=""6670"" data-end=""6673""/>A personal experience in extreme circumstances shaped his perspective on crises and mental resilience.</p>
<p data-start=""6760"" data-end=""6831"">He combines business experience with psychological expertise.</p>
<p data-start=""6833"" data-end=""6943"">In his presentations, he demonstrates how resilience and clarity help people remain capable of taking action even under pressure.</p>

Jens Corssen
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<p data-start=""6996"" data-end=""7167"">Jens Corssen is one of the leading coaches in the German-speaking world.<br data-start=""7068"" data-end=""7071""/>He works with C-level executives and focuses on inner attitude and mindset.</p>
<p data-start=""7169"" data-end=""7273"">His approach is based on the belief that sustainable success begins with one's own attitude.</p>
<p data-start=""7275"" data-end=""7368"">In his lectures, he shows how people take action and assume responsibility.</p>
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Prominent Keynote Speakers in Philosophy, Science, and Culture

Caro Matzko
<p data-start=""4439"" data-end=""4503"">Caro Matzko, a journalist, host, and author from Munich, has explored in depth the questions of who we are, who we want to be, and what remains of that in our everyday lives.<br data-start=""410"" data-end=""413""/>Her perspective combines personal reflection with a keen sense of social expectations and inner processes.</p>
<p data-start=""544"" data-end=""683"">In doing so, she succeeds in conveying complex topics related to identity and self-image in a way that is both accessible and profound.</p>
<p data-start=""685"" data-end=""820"">In her talks, she shows how to look beyond the masks of everyday life and consciously realign one’s inner compass.</p>
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Prof. Dr. Rafaela Kraus
<p>Rafaela Kraus is one of the leading experts in defense innovation and technology transfer.<br data-start=""7541"" data-end=""7544""/>She connects academia, startups, and industry to create a European innovation ecosystem.</p>
<p data-start=""7643"" data-end=""7712"">Her work embodies a networked and action-oriented approach.</p>
<p data-start=""7714"" data-end=""7802"">In her presentations, she demonstrates how innovation and security can be reimagined.</p>
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Gregor Schmalzried
<p data-start=""4786"" data-end=""4874"">Gregor Schmalzried works in the fields of digital media, storytelling, and artificial intelligence.<br data-start=""7953"" data-end=""7956""/>He hosts the ARD AI podcast and has received awards for his work.</p>
<p data-start=""8035"" data-end=""8099"">His perspective combines technology and media development.</p>
<p data-start=""8101"" data-end=""8180"">In his presentations, he shows how AI is reshaping the world of work and the media.</p>

Dr. Jacob Beautemps
<p data-start=""8255"" data-end=""8413"">Jacob Beautemps communicates scientific topics to a broad audience.<br data-start=""8330"" data-end=""8333"">Through his channel, “Breaking Lab,” he has been reaching a large audience for years.</p>
<p data-start=""8415"" data-end=""8481"">His work makes complex topics easy to understand and accessible.</p>
<p data-start=""8483"" data-end=""8567"">In his lectures, he presents solutions to the key challenges of our time.</p>

Maximilian Doeckel & Jonathan Focke
<p data-start=""8663"" data-end=""8845"">Maximilian Doeckel and Jonathan Focke work as science journalists and hosts of “Science Cops.”<br data-start=""8769"" data-end=""8772"">They are dedicated to debunking scientific nonsense.</p>
<p data-start=""8847"" data-end=""8920"">Her work combines research, analysis, and clear communication.</p>
<p data-start=""8922"" data-end=""9016"">In their presentations, they demonstrate how scientific findings can be contextualized.</p>
