10 Break-Out Sessions
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Public Sessions
Enjoy the public sessions of the 52nd St. Gallen Symposium on “A New Generational Contract” from 4 – 5 May 2023.
Opening Ceremony of the 52nd St. Gallen Symposium
Join us for the 52nd St. Gallen Symposium on “A New Generational Contract” and engage in constructive and impactful dialogue across different generations from around the world.
with
Prof. Bernhard Ehrenzeller,
Cyril Flaig,
Leo Legler,
Deborah Walt,
and
Lord Brian Griffiths of Fforestfach
Thursday, 4 May, 09:00 – 09:30 (CET)
Thinking Long-Term in an Age of “Permacrisis”
Urgent crises and long-term changes are distinct yet interrelated. Our current focus on immediate problems overrides concerns for the future, including climate and technology. How can we balance both in the face of a “polycrisis”?
with
Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook (Topic Leader),
Desmond Lee,
Sophie Howe,
and
Toby Thorpe
Thursday, 4 May, 09:30 – 10:30 (CET)
Shaping a Sustainable Future of Consumption
As population rises and resources dwindle, sustainable consumption is necessary. To achieve this, we can adopt circular economy principles, rethink habits, and learn from businesses’ sustainable practices.
with
Prof. Johanna Gollnhofer (Topic Leader),
Daniel Grieder,
Yasuhito Hirota,
Michelle Gibbons,
Raynald Aeschlimann,
and
Sarah Maria Nordt
Thursday, 4 May, 11:00 – 12:30 (CET)
Industry Transformation: Orchestrating Technology and Organisational Change
Digitalization, economic instability, and workplace changes are disrupting all sectors. Transforming industries requires collaboration between incumbents and startups, leveraging their strengths for change. This session focuses on energy sector transformation.
with
Fabienne Kinzelmann-Opel (Topic Leader),
C Vijayakumar,
Vaitea Cowan,
and
Johannes Teyssen
Thursday, 4 May, 11:00 – 12:30 (CET)
Leading Through Transformation: A Cross-Generational Conversation with Nicolai Tangen
Nicolai Tangen leads Norway’s “oil fund”, managing 1.2T CHF and owning 1.4% of every public company. He will discuss the fund’s role and responsibilities in building and safeguarding financial wealth for future generations.
with
Linn Ehrbar (Topic Leader)
and
Nicolai Tangen
Thursday, 4 May, 14:00 – 14:30 (CET)
Geopolitical Disruption: Fast-Forwarding the Energy Transition?
This session delves into balancing immediate energy needs with sustainable solutions amid the global energy crisis. We’ll analyze how it affects Europe, the Middle East, and developing countries, and balancing the transition towards sustainability for developed and developing nations.
with
Ryan Chilcote (Topic Leader),
Marco Alverà,
Leonhard Birnbaum,
and
Vanessa Nakate
Thursday, 4 May, 14:30 – 15:30 (CET)
Making Inclusion Work – A Personal Conversation With Two Industry Pioneers (with Pink Economic Forum)
We spend 80,000 hours at work, highlighting the need for inclusive environments where colleagues feel safe to be themselves. This drives business success through innovation, talent retention, and more inclusive product designs. This session explores cultivating diversity and inclusion in organizations.
with
Prof. Gudrun Sander (Topic Leader),
Dame Inga Beale,
and
Christina Keller
Thursday, 4 May, 16:00 – 17:00 (CET)
Generationen, Gesundheit, Sicherheit – Neue Narrative zur Bekämpfung der Klimakrise?
Die Wissenschaft kennt Ursachen und Auswirkungen des Klimawandels. Politische und gesellschaftliche Ziele und Strategien existieren. Doch wie setzt man sie um? Neue Narrative und Ansätze sind nötig, um gesellschaftlichen und individuellen Wandel zu fördern.
(PLEASE NOTE: THIS SESSION WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE IN GERMAN)
with
Prof. Claudia Franziska Brühwiler (Topic Leader),
Eckart von Hirschhausen,
and
Prof. Richard David Precht
Thursday, 4 May, 16:00 – 17:00 (CET)
Privacy and the Data-Driven Economy: Striking the Right Balance?
Privacy and competition are both vital in the tech industry. Balancing these elements is key for innovation, progress, and user protection. Let us discuss the challenges of finding a compromise that considers the next generation’s priorities.
with
Pranjal Sharma (Topic Leader),
Keith Enright,
Prof. Mariana Valente
and
John W. H. Denton
Thursday, 4 May, 16:00 – 17:00 (CET)
Global Insights from the Next Generation: The Global Essay Competition 2023 Award Ceremony
Sal Khan presents his vision for a New Generational Contract at our 2023 Global Essay Competition Award Ceremony. The top three essays on this year’s topic will be shared and celebrated by the Award Jury and global audience.
with
Aditya Ghosh
and
Sal Khan
Thursday, 4 May, 17:45 – 18:45 (CET)
A New Generational Contract:
Global Initiative of the St. Gallen Symposium and the Club of Rome
St. Gallen Symposium and The Club of Rome launched “A New Generational Contract” to promote systems thinking and mutual learning between generations. This session will discuss principles, priorities, and projects for bringing generations together with a short-term and long-term view.
with
Mamphela Ramphele
Dominic Barton
and
Max Südmark
Friday, 5 May, 09:00 – 09:30 (CET)
The Quest for Strategic Foresight
Navigating multiple crises demands strategic foresight to prevent consequential crises and build a sustainable future. This session explores how policy-makers and business leaders can balance short-term reactions with long-term transformation.
with
Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook (Topic Leader),
Gerald Butts,
René Obermann,
and
Anahita Thoms
Friday, 5 May, 09:30 – 10:30 (CET)
The Future of Education in an Age of Grand Challenges (on the Occasion of the 125-Year Anniversary of HSG)
Education needs to adapt to the changing needs of society and students. To remain relevant, it must embrace new approaches, technologies and commit to ongoing professional development. How can education transform to prepare students for the future?
with
Prof. Jean-François Manzoni (Topic Leader),
Tabata Amaral,
Prof. Bernhard Ehrenzeller,
Patrick Awuah,
Esther Wojcicki,
and
Prof. Miriam Meckel
Friday, 5 May, 11:00 – 12:30 (CET)
Global Food Insecurity: How Can We Build Resilience?
Global food insecurity, worsened by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, hits Africa hard, especially smallholder farmers. How can we support sustainable agriculture and invest in resilient crops? What are the potential risks and benefits of multi-stakeholder partnerships to address this issue?
with
Prof. Simon Evenett (Topic Leader),
Erik Fyrwald,
Bineta Diop,
and
Peter Maurer
Friday, 5 May, 11:00 – 12:30 (CET)
The Generational Impacts of Monetary Policy and Inflation
Explore monetary policy’s complex relationship with inflation and future value creation with the Chairman of Swiss National Bank. Learn how central banks balance short-term needs with long-term implications on growth, financial stability and markets.
with
Prof. Manuel Ammann (Topic Leader) ,
Prof. Thomas J. Jordan,
and
Amanda Sinnecker
Friday, 5 May, 11:00 – 12:30 (CET)
Max Schmidheiny Session with Ukrainian Nobel Peace Laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk
Since the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the strength and resilience of the Ukrainian people have been remarkable. Ukraine and its allies have made it clear that this is not simply a war between two states but between two systems, authoritarianism and democracy. Oleksandra Matviichuk is head of the Kyiv-based non-profit organisation Center for Civil Liberties, which was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2022. For the Max Schmidheiny Session 2023, she will talk about the Center’s ongoing work in documenting atrocities and war crimes and how Ukraine, ultimately, is not only defending its own freedom, but the freedom of liberal democracies around the world.
with
Ali Aslan (Topic Leader),
and
Oleksandra Matviichuk
Friday, 5 May, 14:00 – 14:30 (CET)
The Return of the State: A Shift in Paradigms?
As crises and shocks elevate states’ role in the economy, recent developments in the US, Europe, India and China show a shift towards state regulation, investment, and protection. This raises fundamental questions about the balance between state and market-driven dynamics.
with
Michael Rauchenstein (Topic Leader),
Andreas Brandstetter,
Ricarda Lang,
and
Prof. Uwe Krueger
Friday, 5 May, 14:30 – 15:30 (CET)
Family Businesses: Role Models for Long-Term Thinking and Intergenerational Equity?
Long-standing family businesses are the backbone of many economies, especially in the DACH region. Their values and strategies may hold wider lessons for a New Generational Contract in business. How can we learn from them to foster effective collaboration and stakeholder capitalism?
with
Eunice Zehnder-Lai (Topic Leader),
André Hoffmann,
and
Christina Keller
Friday, 5 May, 16:00 – 17:00 (CET)
Safe and Responsible Migration: An Agenda for Europe?
Migration is a highly polarizing topic, yet businesses argue for safe and responsible migration as an economic necessity, especially for skilled talent. This session will explore options for migration that benefit individuals and countries while examining current debates and developments in Europe.
with
Philippe Narval (Topic Leader),
Janina Kugel,
Abdul Aziz Muhamat,
and
Martin Hecker
Friday, 5 May, 16:00 – 17:00 (CET)
How Change Happens: Social Movements Between Parliaments and Protest (with ISC Alumni)
Founded in 1969, the International Students’ Committee (ISC) created the St. Gallen Symposium as a platform for cross-generational dialogue. Today, a session will discuss social movements and their challenges.
with
Veit Dengler (Topic Leader),
Vanessa Nakate,
and
Ayọ Tometi
Friday, 5 May, 16:00 – 17:00 (CET)
Closing Ceremony of the 52nd St. Gallen Symposium
Closing Ceremony of the 52nd St. Gallen Symposium.
with
Guy Parmelin,
Kaylin Barell,
and
Johannes Sonnenstatter
Friday, 5 May, 17:15 – 18:00 (CET
Public Sessions from the 51st St. Gallen Symposium on “Collaborative Advantage”
Enjoy our curated selection of sessions at the 51st St. Gallen Symposium on “Collaborative Advantage” from 5 – 6 May 2022.
Max Schmidheiny Session 2022: Democracy, Free Media and the Challenge of New Authoritarianism
Throughout the past decade, many of the world’s democracies have seen the rise of leaders whose politics are a mix of populism, nationalism, and authoritarianism. Whether in the US, Hungary, or the Philippines, a free and independent press is often one of their primary targets. For the public 2022 Max Schmidheiny Lecture, Maria Ressa, CEO of Philippine news platform Rappler and 2021 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and Christophe Deloire, Secretary-General of RSF spoke on the current challenges for independent journalists in the wake of authoritarian tendencies in the democracies. The session was moderated by Veit Dengler, Visiting Fellow at the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at the University of Oxford.
with
Maria Ressa, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate 2021, CEO Rappler
Christophe Deloire, Secretary-General and Executive Director, Reporters Without Borders
Veit Dengler (Topic Leader), Visiting Fellow, Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism at the University of Oxford
Opening Ceremony
Opening Ceremony of the 51st St. Gallen Symposium
with
Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister, Canada
Brian Griffiths Baron of Fforestfatch, Conference Chairman, St. Gallen Symposium
Peter Voser, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, St. Gallen Symposium
Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook, Non-Resident Fellow, Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi),
Vivian Bernet, Lucas Mortier & Niklas Zeller, Heads of the International Students’ Committee
The Price of Interdependence: Towards Economic Regionalisation?
The Covid-19 pandemic and the Russian invasion in Ukraine have demonstrated the vulnerabilities of a densely connected global economy. This opening panel of the 51st St. Gallen Symposium will explore ways in which this current moment is reconfiguring the nature and form of global economic collaboration. How will national economies and businesses strike a balance between independence and interdependence going forward? How can global value chains emerge more resilient from current disruptions?
with
Karl Gernandt, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, Kuehne+Nagel Group
Bogolo Kenewendo, African Economist, fmr. Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Botswana
Li Xin (Topic Leader), Managing Director, Caixin and Vice President, Caixin Media
When Investors Join Forces: the New Drivers of Political and Sustainable Change?
The financial sector has an increasingly key role to play in the transition towards a greener, more sustainable economy. Both large private and public investors – including asset managers and pension funds – as well as insurers – as underwriters and investors – increasingly vow to leave or divest from polluting industries. Are such promises followed up by action? How can investors as shareholders drive change in corporate behaviour and what are the limits to their power?
with
Grace Fu, Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, Singapore
Andreas Brandstetter, Chief Executive Officer, UNIQA Insurance Group
Nina dos Santos (Topic Leader), Europe Editor, CNN International
Space Exploration: Driver of Collaboration or Competition?
While the space race was a key arena for competition between the US and the Soviet Union during the Cold War, space exploration has since offered outstanding examples of international collaboration – most notably the International Space Station. However, the future of the ISS is highly uncertain, private companies are increasingly competing for profits in space, and the pollution of the Earth’s Orbit poses severe challenges. Will the next generation of space exploration be marked again by competition?
with
Josef Aschbacher, Director General, European Space Agency (ESA)
Franklin Chang Díatz, Former NASA Astronaut and Founder and CEO of Ad Astra Rocket Company
Alyssa Goessler, Research Intern, Center for Strategic and International Studies
Prof. Damian Borth (Topic Leader), Professor of AI and ML, University of St.Gallen
Data-Driven Policies to Fight Inequalities (with Lemann Foundation)
Data-driven policy-making is about evidence-based policy-making, facilitating citizen participation, and creating efficiency in allocating resources – therefore being essential to policies targeting inequality. However, governments encounter technical and legal difficulties in their digital transformation. How can data effectively strengthen the work of governments in public policies for development and inequality reduction?
with
Bogolo Kenewendo, African Economist, fmr. Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, Botswana
Felipe Rigoni, Federal Deputy, Brazilian Chamber of Deputies
Mariana Valente (Topic Leader), Assistant Professor for Law and Economics, University of St. Gallen
Unlocking the Collaborative Potential of the European Fintech-Ecosystem
Fintech has rapidly become one of the most critical and complex aspects of the financial services industry, including in Europe. The European fintech ecosystem comprises fintech companies, financial institutions and regulators. From a fintech perspective, what needs to happen to leverage and add value to create a collaborative advantage within this ecosystem? And what role does the European fintech industry want to play globally?
with
Lisa-Marie Fassl, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Female Founders
David Gugelmann, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Exeon Analytics
Florian Brokamp, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Thinksurance
Shuo Chen (Topic Leader), General Partner, IOVC
Re-examining Neutrality:
Austrian and Swiss Foreign Policy in times of War
For both Switzerland and Austria, neutrality in military and political conflicts has for long been a defining feature of their foreign policy– albeit in country-specific forms. The Russian invasion of Ukraine on 24 February has seen both countries adopting forceful sanctions against Russia as part of a coordinated European response to the invasion. What role can neutrality play in the countries’ foreign policies as interstate war has returned to the European continent? What are the immediate and long-term repercussions of current developments for the countries’ roles in Europe and the world?
with
Ignazio Cassis, President of the Swiss Confederation
Karoline Edtstadler, Federal Minister for the EU and the Constitution of Austria
Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook (Topic Leader), Non-Resident Fellow, GPPI
Dylan Feuerstein, International Students’ Committee
Global Public Goods:
An Idea to Revive Cooperation?
The 1990s were characterised by widespread optimism that the end of the Cold War would usher in a new era of global cooperation. This optimism has faded in the recent decade – most recently in light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Nevertheless, our most pressing challenges such as a clean environment, global health and pandemic preparedness, and food security all extend beyond borders and elude solutions by one organisation, country or generation alone. How can we revive the quest for global cooperation on global public goods, whose provision is in the interest of all of humanity?
with
José Manuel Barroso, Board Chair, Gavi Vaccine Alliance
Maja Göpel, Political Economist
Marcela Escobari, Assistant Administrator for Latin America & the Caribbean at USAID
Nina dos Santos (Topic Leader), Europe Editor CNN International
Mind the Gap: Protecting Against Climate Risks and Losses
Intensified by a warming climate, events like hurricanes, wildfires and floods have become increasingly frequent. Ambitious actions to limit global warming will be key to limit the scale and magnitude of this challenge. Nonetheless, it’s important to think about how we can protect individuals and organisations from the risks and losses induced by climate change – already now and in the years going forward. How should governments and businesses – particularly in the insurance sector – collaborate to protect against climate risks and losses?
with
Vanessa Nakate, Climate Justice Activist
Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha
Florence Tondu-Mélique, CEO, Zurich France, Zurich Insurance Company
Prof. Judith Walls (Topic Leader), Co-Director, Institute for Economy and the Environment, University of St.Gallen
The Supply Chain Crisis: How Can Business Emerge More Resilient?
During the past two years, the Covid-19 pandemic, the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the blockage of major shipping routes have massively disrupted global supply chains. Such developments have slowed down the pace of the post-pandemic economic recovery around the world and have demonstrated the vulnerabilities businesses and consumers encounter in a densely connected global economy. This session will explore the magnitude of these changes for the world economy, how major players are dealing with them, and how supply chains can become more resilient going forward.
with
Dorothea von Boxberg, Chief Executive Officer, Lufthansa Cargo AG
Peter Voser, Chairman of the Board of Directors, ABB Ltd
Luz Maria de la Mora, Vice Minister of Foreign Trade, Mexico
Prof. Simon Evenett (Topic Leader), Director, SIAW, University of St. Gallen
St. Gallen Symposium Global Essay Competition (GEC) – Award Ceremony
Global Essay Competition Award Ceremony of the 51st St. Gallen Symposium.
with
Nuseir Yassin, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Nas Academy
Riz Khan, International Journalist, Television Host, and Author
Grace Fu – Minister for Sustainability and the Environment, Singapore
Prof. Georg Von Krogh – Professor of Strategic Management and Innovation – ETH Zürich
Fleeing From War: Will Europe Stand Together This Time?
Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on 24 February, more than 4 million refugees have fled Ukraine, with an additional 6.5 million internally displaced. Different from previous refugee crises, the war in Ukraine has led to a faster response and more coordinated adjustment within countries and the EU. To what extent have European countries improved their mechanisms to share responsibility in the protection of refugees? And will the current wave of solidarity and collaboration between governments and civil society be sustainable?
with
Marcela Escobari, Assistant Administrator for Latin America & the Caribbean at USAID
Stefan Steinlein, Assistant Secretary of State, Federal Foreign Office of Germany
Malgorzata Bonikowska (Topic Leader), President, Centre for International Relations, THINKTANK Magazine
Europe and China: Competition and Interdependence (Hub Session at the Swiss Embassy in Beijing)
Often overshadowed by China-US relations, engagement of Europe with China is increasingly characterised by strategic competition, but, equally, by deep-running economic interdependence. To what extent can economic ties continue to act as a driver of restraint and collaboration in European-Chinese relations? Or, on the contrary, are we entering an age where differences in geopolitical and ideological outlook – also in light of the war in Ukraine – increasingly dominate mutual engagement?
with
Prof. Markus Gabriel, Chair in Epistemology, Modern, and Contemporary Philosophy, University of Bonn
Katalin Cseh, Member of European Parliament, Vice-Chair Renew Europe Group
Prof. Feng Zhongping, Director, Institute of European Studies, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
Eric Li, Vice Chair, China Forum – Center for International Security and Strategy (Tsinghua University) // Founder and managing partner, Chengwei Capital
Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook, (Topic Leader), Non-Resident Fellow, Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi)
A New Generational Contract:
Visions for Business, Politics and Society
The generational contract captures the principle that different generations depend on each other to provide mutual support across different stages of their lives – implicitly defining “what generations owe each other”. In light of demographic change, unprecedented debt levels, and environmental challenges, the generational contract and underlying ideas of intergenerational fairness have been severely challenged. How can decision-makers moderate the dialogue between the generations and promote intergenerational fairness in areas such as sustainability, health, education, and fiscal policy?
with
Friedrich Merz, Chairman, Christian Democratic Union (CDU)
Mamphela Ramphele, Co-President, Club of Rome
Claudia Plakolm, State Secretary for Youth, Government of Austria
Prof. Christoph Frei (Topic Leader), Associate Professor of Political Science, University of St.Gallen
Back to Life? NATO’s Role in the New World Disorder
Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, NATO appears to have gained renewed relevance and purpose. Indeed, NATO’s collective defence assurances may have deterred aggression elsewhere. It’s time to re-examine NATO’s role within an ever more interconnected and multi-polar world: Does a multilateral institution grounded in liberal values have a responsibility to promote stability and/or defend its values beyond its member countries? And what are limits to NATO’s ambitions to guarantee peace and stability in a world no longer defined by American unipolarity?
with
Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, 4th President of the Republic of Croatia
Yelyzaveta Yasko, Member of Parliament, Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
Benedikt Franke, Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Munich Security Conference
Ali Aslan (Topic Leader), International TV Presenter and Journalist
A Lesson in Interdependence: How the War in Ukraine Put Global Food Security at Risk
Ukraine and Russia account for 29% of global wheat exports and 62% of sunflower oil. As a result, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to a sharp increase in global commodity and food prices. Lower-income countries in particular have to pay more for basic food imports – raising the risks of widespread food insecurity. How is the war in Ukraine impacting food security and how should governments and businesses react to disruptions in the global food system?
with
Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, Former Deputy President of South Africa, Founder of Umlambo Foundation
Petra Laux, Global Head Business Sustainability Crop Protection, Syngenta
Christine Gould, Founder & CEO Thought For Food Foundation,
Prof. Simon Evenett Director (Topic Leader), Swiss Institute for International Economics and Applied Economic Research, University of St. Gallen
Energy (In-)Security: Game Changer for Europe’s Energy Transition, but in What Direction?
In light of the war in Ukraine, the question of energy (in)security has moved on top of the political and economic agenda in Europe and beyond. The Russian invasion has laid bare Europe’s energy dependency in multiple ways. Above all, it raises the question how the transition towards renewable energy sources can be accelerated and what role conventional energy sources should play in the short- and medium-term. Is there a realistic pathway through which renewable energy sources could fully power Europe in the near future? What should, alternatively, be the role of oil, gas, coal or nuclear in Europe’s energy mix, and for how long?
with
Franklin Chang Díaz, Former NASA Astronaut and Founder and CEO of Ad Astra Rocket Company
Kerstin Knapp, Executive Vice President, People & Culture, Vestas Wind Systems
Ben van Beurden, CEO, Shell plc
Prof. Rolf Wüstenhagen (Topic Leader), Co-Director, Institute for Economy and the Environment, University of St.Gallen
Varieties of Tech Capitalism: Europe’s Approach to Innovation and Regulation in a Global Context
Over the past decades, the tech sector, especially the internet of things, has become a central component of modern economies. Trying to catch up with the exponential pace of technological development, the US, China, and Europe are crafting rules of the game on digital markets. What are the emerging characteristic differences between regulatory regimes of digital markets, in the US, Europe and beyond, and how do they balance innovation and regulation? In light of strategic competition over tech dominance between the US and China, what are the opportunities and challenges for Europe in particular?
with
Julian Teicke, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, wefox
Lisa-Marie Fassl, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Female Founders
Christoph Keese (Topic Leader), Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer, hy
Collaborative Advantage Across Generations: Reflecting on the SGS Experience (ISC Alumni)
For over 50 years teams of student have volunteered to organise the St. Gallen Symposium. They have written countless invitations, met thousands of partners, and welcomed some of the most important personalities of their time on stage. Together with former members of the ISC we will reflect on the St. Gallen Symposium experience of cross-generational dialogue and collaboration, the lessons they have learned for their lives and on how the symposium has evolved. This session is organised together with ISC Alumni.
with
Christoph Loos, Chief Executive Officer, Hilti AG
Vivian Bernet
Member of the International Students’ Committee (Topic Leader)
Changed for Good? Engaging with the New World of Work
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed the world of work forever. The fast and widespread adoption of remote work and an ever-increasing concern of employees with purpose and meaning on their job have intensified the war for talents. Reaching out to and concurrently engaging employees is key for businesses across sectors and regions. What learnings can be drawn from the pandemic as regards our approach to work? Has the world of work changed for the better? And what role does leadership culture and a new approach to hiring play going forward?
with
Petra von Strombeck, Chief Executive Officer, New Work SE
Jean-Christophe Deslarzes, Chair of the Board, Adecco Group
Nat Ware, Founder & CEO Forte
Prof. Heike Bruch (Topic Leader), Director, Institute for Leadership and Human Resources Management, University of St. Gallen
Closing Ceremony of the 51st St. Gallen Symposium
Closing Ceremony of the 51st St. Gallen Symposium.
with
Fabio Heini and Sophia Gampp, Members of the International Students’ Committee
Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook
Non-Resident Fellow, Global Public Policy Institute (GPPi),
Dominic Barton, Co-Conference Chairman, St. Gallen Symposium
Niklas Zeller Head of the International Students’ Committee