Handelsblatt Jahrestagung Chemie 2026

The Handelsblatt Jahrestagung Chemie 2026 brings together senior executives and industry experts to discuss the future of the chemical industry, including competitiveness, energy and raw material supply, sustainability and innovation. On May 19, our Partner Christian Lumpe will participate in the panel “Consolidation of the chemical industry: Causes, opportunities and risks”, sharing his perspective on the key transformation challenges and opportunities shaping the sector. Further information is available here .

AI & Workforce Transformation

The rapid rise of generative AI is transforming organizations, redefining roles and accelerating the hybridization of skills. To move beyond fragmented individual use cases, companies must establish the cultural and organizational foundations required for scalable and responsible adoption. Together with Alixio, Roland Berger invites senior decision-makers to a morning session in Paris dedicated to the structural implications of AI on workforce transformation. For further information, please contact Mathieu Michelin .

Roebling.ai Webinar European market

Join our webinar series on how AI-enabled project planning is transforming industrial manufacturing in Europe. In this session, experts will discuss how manufacturers can improve planning, execution and operational efficiency through AI-driven approaches. The European market session features Roebling CEO Edward Shenderovich and the Roland Berger partners Peter Odenwälder and Philipp Leutiger. Further information, including a second webinar date, is available on the event website .

Tech by Handelsblatt

Join Roland Berger at this year’s TECH by Handelsblatt, where selected sessions will explore current developments at the intersection of technology, business and innovation. Highlights include a live interview with Stefan Schaible and Jonas Andrulis on the strategic partnership between Roland Berger and AI start-up CNTR, a panel discussion with Maria Mikhaylenko on scaling AI in industry, and a masterclass with Edeltraud Leibrock on Europe’s future at the intersection of defence, technology and capital. For further information, please contact Isabel von Waldburg .

Event duration: May 31, 2026 - June 2, 2026

Agentic Commerce

Online commerce is evolving toward agentic commerce, where AI agents act on behalf of consumers and businesses to search, compare and execute purchases. This shift from navigation to delegation creates new strategic challenges around visibility, control and differentiation. Be part of our “Agentic Commerce” morning session in Paris, hosted by our colleague Gilles Oubuih, to explore these developments and discuss practical implications with industry experts. For further information, please contact Mathieu Michelin .

Webinar Supply-Chain-Resilienz

Global supply chains are increasingly exposed to disruptions, making resilience a key priority. This webinar, co-hosted with Invensa and Heuking, explores how strategic financing can help secure supply chains and manage risks. Our Partners Sebastian Feldmann, Markus Held and Manfred Hader, together with Tilman Gronau, will share their perspectives. For further information and registration, please contact Sabine Dellinger-Murnc .

Roebling.ai Webinar US market

Join our webinar series on how AI-enabled project planning is transforming industrial manufacturing in the US market. Across multiple sessions, experts will discuss how manufacturers can improve planning, execution and operational efficiency through AI-driven approaches. The US market session features Roebling CTO Brentan Alexander as well as Roland Berger Partners Pedro Caruso and Philipp Leutiger. Further information is available here .

manage_future

manage_future returns for its fourth edition. The joint initiative by Roland Berger and manager magazin brings together leading minds from business, academia, and industry – for an evening on the question shaping leadership today: “Who leads whom — and how organizations bring people and AI together.” Stefan Schaible, Global Managing Partner at Roland Berger, and Isabell Hülsen, Editor-in-Chief of manager magazin, will host the evening in Frankfurt am Main. Jonas Andrulis, CEO and founder of CNTR, opens with practical insights into how teams and AI systems work together across real value chains. Prof. Markus Gabriel of the University of Bonn takes the conversation further - into responsibility, consciousness, and what role AI should actually play. The evening concludes with a panel discussion moderated by Isabell Hülsen. Stefan Schaible will be joined by Renate Wagner (Allianz SE), Jonathan von Rüden (SAP SE), and Prof. Sylvia Thun, MD (Charité/BIH) to discuss leadership, transformation, and the realities of integrating AI into complex organizations. For further information, please contact Sabrina Eisenberg .

ILA Berlin 2026

The ILA Berlin 2026 is one of the world’s leading aerospace trade fairs, bringing together key players from industry, politics, research and the armed forces to discuss the future of aviation, space and defense. At the event, our Partner Stephan Baur will contribute to the discussion on the latest developments shaping the aerospace and defense sector. For further information, please contact Ute Paulke .

Leaders League Disruptive Procurement Day with SAP at Heidelberg Materials

The CPO Leaders League Event, hosted by SAP and Roland Berger, brings together senior procurement leaders to discuss AI-driven transformation, future skills, and organizational change in procurement. The program features key insights from industry and academia, plus an exclusive site visit to Heidelberg Materials’ 3D concrete printing project. Hosted by Oliver Knapp (Roland Berger) and Kalairathan Bakeerathan (SAP Germany). For further information, please contact Antonia Fahlbusch .

19th Annual Int. M&A and Corporate Finance Summit 2026

The DKN M&A and Corporate Finance Conference brings together senior executives and industry experts to discuss current trends and challenges in M&A and corporate finance. At the event, our Senior Partner Patrick Heinemann and Director Gerd Finck will speak on the topic “From Synergy Target to Value Creation Engine – Why Traditional Synergy Thinking Falls Short.” The conference takes place at the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace and is organized by DKN Networks. For further information, please contact Paulina Wolfgram .

Roland Berger IMPEX Event "The Chief Restructuring Officer"

At the Roland Berger IMPEX event in Zurich, leading experts will discuss the role of the Chief Restructuring Officer in transformation and restructuring processes. Stefan Treiber and Alexander Müller, Managing Directors of Roland Berger IMPEX, will share practical insights and experiences from successful CRO mandates. The event will conclude with a networking session and dinner. For further information, please contact Pia Simat .

Stuttgart Panel Discussion

Together with Stuttgarter Zeitung and L-Bank, we are hosting a panel discussion on “The Defence Sector Economy – How Baden-Württemberg Contributes to Security.” The discussion will feature distinguished speakers including Dr. Nils Schmid (Parliamentary State Secretary at the German Federal Ministry of Defence), Dr. Susanne Herre (CEO, IHK Region Stuttgart) and Christoph Ruffner (CEO, Thales Germany). The focus will be on how the defence sector shapes the security and future competitiveness of Baden-Württemberg and what this means for the region. For further information, please contact Isabel von Waldburg .

AI in Construction

Generative AI is transforming the construction industry – from project planning and site management to engineering and collaboration across complex value chains. To move beyond isolated use cases, companies need clear strategies and capabilities to scale AI adoption effectively. Be part of our “AI in Construction” morning session in Paris, hosted by our Partner Ambroise Lecat, where industry leaders will discuss key challenges and share practical insights on integrating AI into construction workflows. For further information, please contact Mathieu Michelin .

Connection Day 2026

Connection Day 2026 brings together industry leaders and technology experts to explore the latest developments in industrial AI and robotics. At the event in munich, our colleague Patrick Ruthardt, Principal at Roland Berger, will open the program as keynote speaker with his talk “Physical AI Requires Software-Defined Manufacturing.” He will share insights on one of the most relevant technology trends, highlighting how software-defined approaches are shaping the future of manufacturing and enabling the next wave of industrial innovation. For further information, please visit the event website .

SPIELFELD Healthcare

Join us for SPIELFELD Healthcare, an exclusive hands-on AI workshop for hospital executives hosted by MEDIQON, Rochus Mummert and Roland Berger. Taking place in Söllhuben, Upper Bavaria, the event invites participants to move beyond theory and develop their own AI agent in interactive Action Labs. The workshop offers practical insights into how AI can support leadership and decision-making in hospitals, combined with peer exchange in a unique Bavarian setting. Oliver Rong and Dr. Axel Fischer, Partners at Roland Berger, will join the event. For further information, please contact Nadine Schadt .

Farnborough International Airshow 2026

On the occasion of the Farnborough International Airshow 2026, our colleagues Rachel Hugo, Kai Balder, Adam Healy and Siyi Hao, invite you to a breakfast panel discussion on the strategic importance of critical raw materials for Europe’s industrial competitiveness and security. As supply chains face increasing pressure and geopolitical shifts impact access to key resources, the session will explore how companies can strengthen resilience, drive innovation and safeguard technological sovereignty. For further information, please contact Lucie Skokanova .

Roland Berger Executive Event Zurich 2026

Roland Berger Partners Sven Siepen, Matthias Hanke, and Matthias Bünte are hosting this year's Executive Event in Zurich 2026 with leading Swiss business experts. We are particularly excited to welcome Pascal Grieder, CEO of Swiss Post, as the keynote speaker. For further information, please contact Nicolas Plump .