GAC 2023 - Workshop Registration - ´Saturday

Get ready to embark on a journey of intellectual growth and professional networking at the German American Conference 2023!

Picture this: A dynamic lineup of workshops awaits you during the event, promising to expand your academic horizons and supercharge your career connections.

Join us as we dive into the realm of modern leadership with some of the most inspiring changemakers in academia. You'll have the chance to engage in thought-provoking discussions and gain fresh insights that can reshape your perspective.

But that's not all! If you're eager to hear success stories straight from deep inside industry, we've got you covered. Learn invaluable career advice from accomplished leaders spanning diverse fields, from consulting to those of logistics.

In order to participate, a general admission ticket to the GAC 2023 is required.

Registration operates on a first-come, first-serve basis.

We kindly ask that you keep in mind the spirit of inclusivity – each participant is encouraged to register for up to two workshops.

In case of questions, please feel free to reach out to us: info@germanamericanconference.org

We are looking forward to welcoming you at the GAC 2023!

Schedule for Saturday, Oct. 28.:

Location: Harvard Kennedy School

@ 11:15 am - 12:30 pm, Rubenstein R-414: Why is making progress so hard? An interactive intro to Climate & Negotiations with Anselm Dannecker

How can you negotiate successfully in a rigid process where more than 190 governments, organized in a complex web of formal and informal alliances, negotiate hundreds of technical and political issues that impact all aspects of how we live? Climate negotiations are complex; and they require a particular set of skills and analytical tools. This session features an interactive negotiation simulation to explore the particular sources of complexity when negotiating the climate and how to navigate this complexity.

@ 1:30 pm - 2:45 pm, Wexner W-434: From All Hell to Oh Well. How to Build Resilience with Rick Wolthusen and Fairlee Fabrett

In today’s challenging world, it’s more important than ever to prioritize mental health, foster resilience, and promote a culture of empathy and support. In this workshop, Rick and Fairlee will explore with the participants how to navigate the complexities of life and build a society that truly takes care of one another.

@ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm, Rubenstein R-414: Innovation in Media with Stefan Spiegel and Philipp Schild

Join us for an exciting workshop hosted by funk, the digital content network of ARD and ZDF, where you’ll uncover the secrets of innovation in media. Explore cutting-edge strategies, emerging trends, and creative techniques that are revolutionizing the media landscape. Whether you’re an aspiring content creator or a researcher interested in science communication, this workshop will provide valuable insights and hands-on experience to help you thrive in the ever-evolving world of media innovation.

@ 1:30 pm - 2:45 pm, Wexner W-434: DHL Consulting: The future of Sustainable Logistics with Alexander Schütt and Yeonsoo Park

As the world’s largest logistics company DHL is committed in delivering more sustainable logistics solutions. Consultants from DHL Consulting will run a workshop to provide a holistic view on logistics industry’s contribution to emissions, different decarbonization approaches and their viability. Through a case study, workshop participants will have the opportunity to determine how to better decarbonize the business.

@ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Rubenstein R-414: Pixels to progress with Jan Lüdert, Hilke Marit Berger and Rico Herzog

In this interactive session, we will discuss to which extent collaboration on the digital city can lead to improved urban resilience and thus transform pixels into progress. The starting point of this discussion will be an interactive session where participants engage in the “Urban Digitope”, a serious game developed at the City Science Lab at HafenCity University Hamburg, a collaboration with MIT Media Lab. In the game, players will find themselves in a fictional, half-analogue, half-digital city facing certain shocks to their districts. By taking on different roles, players will collaboratively decide on how to act and develop Digitopia – dealing with the decisions that were made in previous rounds.

@ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Rubenstein R-304: Innovation in Science Communication with Stefan Spiegel und Dietram Scheufele

Join us for an engaging workshop on science communication where experts in the field will explore cutting-edge strategies and technologies that are reshaping the way we convey complex scientific concepts to the public. Discover creative approaches to bridge the gap between science and society and enhance your skills in effectively communicating scientific discoveries.

@ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Wexner W-102: Humanize Work with Deloitte Consulting

Learn how technology and specifically AI will play a powerful and important role in enabling and accelerating key shifts transforming the world of work in today’s boundaryless world. How are Deloitte and our clients applying a human-centered approach that integrates Artificial Intelligence into the flow of work for the benefit of all? View examples of work redesigns and discuss the with Deloitte how AI can allow humans to focus and make them better at work.