What is it about?

Society & Politics
We constantly need to adapt to an ever-changing
world with new framework conditions. That means
hard work for politics and the need for a new social mindset.

Technology & Data
New, innovative technologies and the use and analysis of data have led us into a revolutionary age. But this development is just beginning - and it is accelerating. What will soon be possible, and where do we set limits?

Arts & Culture
Art and culture are always an expression of the respective epoch. Both united, form the face of a zeitgeist, and depict what moves a society the most.

Planet & Environment
Our planet is changing rapidly - not least because of humans' negative impact on the climate, biodiversity, and our environment in general. What needs to be done to protect our planet better?
What is going to happen?
PRE
What happens if we choose 40 bright minds and
connect them during a weekend in the Bavarian
alps? Join us for a two-day unconference right
before the public part of the festival starts.
TALK
PowerPoint slides are not able to shape the
future. That’s why we decided to ban all kinds of
keynotes and presentations. 48forward is all
about conversations, and debates on stage.
NETWORK
We aim to connect people that wouldn’t have
met without our festival - innovative minds from
different industries, cultures, and backgrounds.
New ideas establish out of diverse perspectives – let’s bring them together!
DAY ONE
02 MAY 2023
10:00 - 13:00
SOCIETY & POLITICS
The THING
Q&A-Session & Lunch (nur mit FWRDTHINKER Ticket)
15:00 - 16:00
DOORS Open & networking
16:00 - 16:30
Opening
Daniel Fürg
16:30 - 17:00
SOCIETY & POLITICS
In Conversation with the future
17:00 - 19:00
Panel Discussions
19:00 - 20:00
Drinks & Networking
20:00 - 22:00
ALL TOPICS
A MOMENTUM FWRD - A Late Night Show
22:00 - OPEN END
Drinks & Networking
DAY TWO
03 MAY 2023
10:00 - 10:20
Opening
Daniel Fürg
10:20 - 11:00
KIDS, What future do you want us to shape?
11:00 - 11:30
PLANET & ENVIRONMENT
In Conversation with the future
11:30 - 12:30
Herzblatt: Founder Meets Investor
12:30 - OPEN END
Networking Sessions
Stay tuned!
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