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Dr Johannes Baier primarily advises on corporate, commercial and real estate law and guides clients through national and cross-border transactions with a particular focus on succession in medium-sized companies as well as private equity and venture & growth capital. He is guided by the commercial success of entrepreneurs and decision-makers, whom he supports as part of a closely coordinated team. Clients recommend him as "precise yet pragmatic" and appreciate his "mediating skills in tense situations".

Before founding the law firm, he worked as interim corporate counsel for a listed biotech company and for a leading international commercial law firm.

In addition to his work as a licensed lawyer, Dr Johannes Baier also comments, publishes and discusses current legal and economic developments and is a regular guest on various formats. Exciting topics and interesting insights into their work can be found together as the ROHDE BAIER team in their podcast "Kick-off Call" (www.kickoffcall.de).

As Senior Project Manager and Head of the Nuremberg branch at seecon engineers, Mark Ludwig specialises in municipal consulting, focusing on the implementation of sustainable engineering solutions. His expertise ranges from climate protection concepts and municipal heat planning to the realisation of energy-efficient projects. In his role as a prospective business unit manager, Mark is passionate about developing and promoting innovative environmental protection and energy consulting strategies. Let Mark's extensive experience inspire you and take the opportunity to shape a more sustainable future together.

Peter Althaus; since 1998 he has assumed responsibility as CEO, Managing Director and leading positions at international companies such as Heraeus, DKSH Switzerland, Enexio Water Technologies, a former GEA company. His activities have included strategic development, the establishment of global corporate structures and the management of production sites in Europe, China and the USA.

He has been Managing Director of Carbo-FORCE GmbH in Kassel since January 2024. Carbo-FORCE develops and builds pioneering plants for the carbonisation of biomass. BAUER Resources GmbH, Schrobenhausen, acquired shares in the company on 1 January 2023. Its task is the rapid corporate development of Carbo-FORCE.

He specialises in the introduction of sustainable technologies and solutions, particularly in the field of water management and environmental protection. He has worked intensively on the integration of sustainable solutions, taking into account global markets and regional requirements.

In his voluntary work as Regional Director for South and Southeast Asia at German Water Partnership e.V., he represents the German water industry at international level and works with various governments and organisations.

As a panellist at the ESG Roadshow as part of the EUTECH themed tour, he will present a leading approach to carbon removal in the value chain and contribute his many years of experience and knowledge to develop innovative solutions for a climate-neutral future together with other experts

Goetz Hertz-Eichenrode has been a member of the Hannover Finanz team since 2009 and Managing Partner since 2017. He is the second generation to manage the investment company, which was co-founded by his father in 1979 and has offices in Hanover, Frankfurt am Main and Vienna. From 2007 to 2009, he worked for a pan-European private equity company with a fund volume under management of 1.7 billion euros. From 2001 to 2007, he worked for Deloitte & Touche Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft in the areas of auditing and transaction services. Goetz Hertz-Eichenrode passed both the tax consultant and auditor exams. He completed his studies in international business administration (Dipl.-Kfm.) at the European Business School, Oestrich-Winkel.

Marcus Richter is a respected expert with extensive experience in sustainability, particularly in the field of urban infrastructure and disaster risk management.

He is currently Managing Director at seecon Ingenieure GmbH and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role. With over a decade at DHI, Marcus has extensive experience and has held key positions including Head of Infrastructure and Deputy Managing Director, which has been instrumental in developing innovative solutions in this area.

His journey in the sustainability sector began as a sales manager at con terra GmbH, where he played a key role in promoting geo-IT solutions. Over the years, Marcus has been instrumental in driving sustainable practices and solutions in the areas of urban planning and flood management. His strategic vision and leadership skills have been evident in various roles ranging from Divisional Director to Head of Solutions D-A-CH.

With a track record of leadership and a deep understanding of sustainable urban development, Marcus Richter is an invaluable asset to any discussion or event focused on sustainability and the future of urban living. His expertise spans across various aspects of infrastructure and environmental governance, making him a dynamic and insightful speaker in the field of sustainability.

Tobias Möller, Head of PMO, Seecon.

Dr. Ralph Kudla, the dynamic Managing Director of Kerkhoff Group and Kerkhoff Consulting, is celebrated for his extensive background in restructuring and strategic consulting, notably with Roland Berger. His transition to CMP Capital Management-Partners, where he led turnaround investments, further solidified his reputation in operational leadership and financial acumen. A native of Düsseldorf, Dr. Kudla has demonstrated remarkable leadership in various portfolio companies, influencing at the executive level.

At Kerkhoff Consulting, Dr Kudla plays a key role in steering the company on a course towards sustainable and economically efficient supply chain solutions. These solutions meet the current requirements for resilience and sustainability in business operations. His expertise in the areas of purchasing and supply chain management (SCM) is in high demand. It demonstrates his ability to maintain quality and efficiency or optimise costs according to customers' needs. With his visionary approach, Dr Kudla will provide key insights into the changing world of supply chain management.

Andreas Dölecke is an experienced professional with an impressive career in corporate management and purchasing. As a partner and member of the management team at KERKHOFF Consulting GmbH, he has played a key role in the company's success. In over four years, he has made a significant contribution to growth and development with his expertise.

Before joining KERKHOFF Consulting GmbH, Andreas held key positions at HELLA, where he honed his skills in global procurement and material group management. Over 12 years, including as Global Head of Series Purchasing Lighting and Head of Purchasing for various components, he made his mark on the company.

With his extensive background in procurement and materials group management, Andreas brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. His contributions have had a lasting impact on the companies he has worked with and he is highly respected in the industry.