SPARK Europe

𝗕𝗘𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦: 𝗤𝗦 𝗫 𝗩𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗔 𝗠𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 Hosting the S.OLIVER GROUP QS photoshoot with Vanessa Mai at SPARK was an incredible experience- it also marked her debut as a new Designer for S.OLIVER GROUP! With our terrace’s iconic skyline views and the cutting-edge LED wall, this collaboration brought together fashion and creativity in a unique way. Stay tuned for even more behind-the-scenes moments and highlights! #SPARK #VanessaMai #QSbySOliver #Photoshoot #EventSpaces #Frankfurt #LEDWall

𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗜 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 As the year draws to a close, let’s take a moment to reflect on the incredible AI Hub Frankfurt AI Week 2024 at SPARK, with special thanks to Sebastian Heinz and 💡💻Marcel Isbert. This event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to dive into the transformative potential and challenges of Artificial Intelligence. AI Week 2024 was a platform for engaging conversations on how AI is shaping the future of business, finance, and technology. The opening keynote was held by Elena Metzler. Keynote speakers included Sebastian Janker, Head Investment Office EMEA at Deutsche Bank, Sarah Lewandowski, Global Technology & Innovation Lead at Bayer and Dominik Schmidt-Kiefer, Chief Risk Officer at Deutsche Börse. Discussions also focused on the state of the German venture capital scene, with contributions from Concha Zimmer (Citi Commercial Bank), Daniel von Devivere (Storm Ventures), Jason Grüninger (Capnamic), and Luise Gruner (Axel Springer Digital Ventures). A big thank you to all the speakers, participants, and AI Hub Frankfurt for making AI Week 2024 a remarkable success. We look forward to future collaborations and continuing to drive innovation in the AI space. #AIWeek2024 #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #AIinFinance #AIinTech #AIinBusiness #Networking #SPARK #Frankfurt #FutureOfAI Kai Zenner Diana Iacob Dr. Clas Dammann Dr. Michael Drass Alberto L. Dr. Jan Felix Meyer Eileen O' Sullivan Noha Salama, MBA PMP Elika Shahmohammadi Maria Frantzi Adrian Seeliger Andreas Gödde John Ho Thomas Keil Emily J. Ryan Nora Stirnat Chelsea Murray

𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗬 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗘 – 𝗔 𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗨𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 The Liberty Stage at SPARK is a versatile space designed to accommodate workshops, seminars, and conferences. With a 10-meter LED wall and modern audiovisual technology, it ensures professional and seamless event execution. Customizable seating options and dedicated breakout areas provide an ideal environment for both collaboration and networking. Whether hosting a team meeting or a larger gathering, the Liberty Stage offers everything needed for a successful event. #SPARK #EventSpaces #Frankfurt #Workshops #Seminars #CorporateEvents #EventPlanning

𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥: 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞   In 2024, SPARK provided the stage for transformative tech events, showcasing insights from industry leaders and fostering meaningful collaborations. Our state-of-the-art spaces and technology set the tone for innovative discussions that shaped the future of digital transformation.    This is a selected highlight of the incredible tech-events we hosted this year:   The Adobe Digital Marketing Summit featured prominent speakers such as Jürgen Krauter, Managing Director at Adobe, Julian A. Kramer, Principal Thought Leadership at Adobe, and Peter Simon, Head of Application Services at Sika. They discussed how enterprises are leveraging AI in digital transformation journeys. With a focus on personalization and efficiency, the summit highlighted how businesses can thrive in an ever-changing digital landscape.   At the KNIME Data Hop, leading data experts like Michael Berthold, CEO at KNIME, and Ahsan Shahid, Senior Manager People Insights & Analytics at adidas, shared actionable insights on workflow automation and analytics. The event offered hands-on sessions that equipped attendees with practical knowledge to leverage data science for impactful decision-making.   The Asana Work Innovation Summit brought together visionaries like Rebecca Hinds, PhD, Head of Asana Research, and Volker Jacobs, Founder & CEO of TI People, who discussed the challenges of workplace friction and strategies to address inefficiencies.   These are just a few examples of the dynamic tech events hosted at SPARK in 2024, with many more impactful gatherings contributing to the year’s success. We are looking forward to welcoming even more inspiring events in 2025 and continuing to provide a platform for innovation and collaboration.   #SPARK #AdobeSummit #KNIMEDataHop #AsanaWorkInnovationSummit #TechInnovation #DigitalTransformation #EventSpaces #Frankfurt

Hauptsache, es geht nichts schief 🫣 Das ist (zu) oft die Maßgabe für die Durchführung von Hauptversammlungen deutscher AGs. Dabei bietet die HV die große Chance, Aktionäre zu emotionalisieren und zu Fans zu machen. Die Event Spaces von SPARK Europe in der Frankfurter City bieten alle Möglichkeiten, Unternehmen und Management-Teams auf ihrer HV strahlen zu lassen. Ob in Präsenz oder virtuell. Guter Artikel von GoingPublic Media AG zum Trend, der (virtuellen) HV mehr Leben einzuhauchen. https://lnkd.in/eueKJgTj

It was a pleasure to host ZEIT Verlagsgruppe "ZEIT für Klima" at SPARK, providing a platform for insightful discussions on tackling climate risks, advancing decarbonization, and bridging the gap between ecology and economy. The event featured prominent speakers such as Goran Mazar, Partner and EMA & German Head of ESG at KPMG Deutschland, who highlighted the economic opportunities arising from environmental risks, and Dietmar von Blücher, Spokesperson of the Executive Board at UmweltBank AG, who emphasized Germany’s strong foundation for climate-neutral innovation. Further highlights included discussions on sustainable aviation with Annette Mann, CEO of Austrian Airlines, Dr.-Ing. Thomas Haase, Head of Division Development and Aviation at Deutsches Zentrum für Luft-und Raumfahrt e.V., and Andreas Sizmann, Head of Future Technologies at Bauhaus Luftfahrt. Additionally, Petra Riga-Müller, Board Member at Zurich Insurance, spoke alongside Dr. Christina Koppe, Head of Environmental and Climate Consulting at Deutscher Wetterdienst, about minimizing climate risks through strategic foresight. Keywan Ghane, Advisory Energy & Decarbonization at KPMG, and Christian Maaß, Director General at Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz, contributed their expertise on decarbonizing German industries. We are proud to have been the location partner for this inspiring event and look forward to welcoming ZEIT für Klima back to SPARK next year. #SPARK #ZEITfürKlima #Sustainability #ClimateAction #ESG #EventSpaces #Frankfurt

𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥 - 𝗦𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗖𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗦 In 2024, SPARK hosted a remarkable series of events with a high-end show experience on our Horizon Stage. Featuring our impressive 90-square-meter LED wall to perfectly highlight speakers and messages, creating truly memorable moments for their audiences. The Schwarz Media GmbH Summit brought together leaders from the media and marketing sectors, discussing the latest trends in digital marketing and the evolving landscape of media communication. Notable speakers included Kristina Bulle, Chief Marketing Officer at Procter & Gamble DACH, Christian Seifert, Founder & CEO of Dyn Media GmbH, and Eun-Kyung Park, General Manager at The Walt Disney Company. At the Northern Data Group AI Accelerator Summit, innovators from the AI and tech industries gathered to explore the transformative role of artificial intelligence in driving future growth. The event featured key contributions from Etay Lee, CEO of GIGABYTE GROUP LIMITED, and Rosanne Kincaid-Smith, MBC, COO of Northern Data Group, who shared their expertise on AI-driven innovation and sustainable solutions for the tech industry. The GfK - An NIQ Company Insight Summit focused on empowering businesses with actionable, data-driven strategies. Dr. Rainer Esser, Managing Director of ZEIT Verlagsgruppe, delivered a keynote on “Dialogue Instead of Fear,” emphasizing the importance of collaborative growth strategies. The event also highlighted insights from Michael Wirtz (Samsung Electronics), Petra Pinnon (Microsoft), and Christian Hahn (Telekom), showcasing how technology and data analytics are shaping the future of business success. Wrapping up the year, the CrowdStrike Crowd Tour offered a deep dive into cybersecurity solutions. Attendees gained valuable insights into cutting-edge security technologies and connected with industry experts focused on securing the digital future. SPARK is proud to have been the venue for these impactful events, providing the ideal setting with advanced technology and flexible spaces that foster connection, inspiration, and forward-thinking discussions. We look forward to supporting even more transformative events in 2025. #SPARK #SchwarzMediaSummit #NorthernData #GfKInsightSummit #CrowdStrikeCrowdTour #ClientEvents #Frankfurt #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Networking

It was a pleasure to host the 2nd Investor Summit at SPARK, bringing together leading voices from the world of venture capital and digital innovation for a day of insightful discussions and collaboration. The event featured speakers like Adeoye 'Oye' Ojo, Co-Founder of Busha, Alex Nwaka, Co-Founder of Validation Cloud, and Ambre Soubiran, CEO of Kaiko, who shared their expertise on the evolving role of blockchain, AI, and crypto in reshaping industries. Jürgen Sturm, CEO of ZF Group, and Jens Hilgers, Founder & General Partner of BITKRAFT Ventures, delved into the transformative potential of AI and blockchain for the tech and investment sectors. Special thanks to the Blockwall team for organizing such a successful event, and to all the speakers and participants who made this summit an inspiring experience. We look forward to hosting more groundbreaking conversations and collaborations at SPARK in the future. #SPARK #InvestorSummit #Blockchain #Innovation #Tech #AI #VentureCapital #Startups #Crypto #Networking #Frankfurt

𝗕𝗘𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 SPARK was the backdrop for an exciting shoot with S.OLIVER GROUP QS and Vanessa Mai. With our terrace offering stunning skyline views and our modern LED wall providing a dynamic setting, the spaces came to life during this creative production. Stay tuned for more insights and highlights from this collaboration. #SPARK #Frankfurt #EventSpaces #VanessaMai #QSShooting #LEDWall #BehindTheScenes

𝗭𝗘𝗜𝗧 𝗳ü𝗿 [𝗞𝗟𝗜𝗠𝗔] 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞 – 𝗘𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 On November 21, SPARK once again served as the location partner for Studio ZX | ZEIT Verlagsgruppe, hosting the fourth edition of their Zeit für Klima event, and the second consecutive year at our venue in Frankfurt. The event brought together experts and stakeholders from various industries to discuss critical challenges such as climate change and biodiversity loss, while exploring pathways for a sustainable future. Moderated expertly by Uwe Jean Heuser and Ricarda Richter from the ZEIT Verlagsgruppe Green editorial team, the event featured thought-provoking insights and discussions with top speakers: Fridtjof Detzner, Co-Founder at Planet A Ventures Charline Joost, CEO at The Generation Forest Annette Mann, CEO at Austrian Airlines Andreas Sizmann, Head of Future Technologies and Ecology of Aviation at Bauhaus Luftfahrt Dr. Jan Schmidt, CEO at Peiner Träger GmbH Petra Wicklandt, PhD, Head of Corporate Sustainability, Quality and Trade Compliance at Merck Gruppe Christian Maaß, Director General at Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz Julius Tröger, Head of Data and Visualization Department at ZEIT ONLINE Dirk Steffens, Head of Operation Quality at THIEL & HOCHE Special thanks to Goran Mazar, EMA & German Head of ESG at KPMG, Petra Riga-Müller, Head of Commercial Insurance Germany / Board member at Zurich Insurance, Dietmar von Blücher, Spokesperson of the Executive Board at UmweltBank AG, as well as Thomas Haase, Head of Division Development, Head of Aviation Division at Deutsches Zentrum für Luft-und Raumfahrt e.V. and Andreas Schuetz, Head of Media Relations / Communications / Spokesperson at Deutsches Zentrum für Luft-und Raumfahrt e.V., for their invaluable contributions, and to the entire Studio ZX | ZEIT Verlagsgruppe Team. The event was organized and brought to fruition with the support of Dr. Mark Schiffhauer, Chief Creative Officer at ZEIT Verlagsgruppe and Managing Director at Studio ZX | ZEIT Verlagsgruppe Events, who emphasized the importance of resilience in addressing climate challenges. SPARK provided the ideal environment for engaging discussions with state-of-the-art technology and flexible event spaces. We are honored to continue this collaboration and look forward to welcoming Studio ZX | ZEIT Verlagsgruppe again next year. #Sustainability #ClimateAction #SPARK #Innovation #StudioZX #ZEITVerlagsgruppe #ClimateAdaptation #ZEITfürKlima #Biodiversity #Frankfurt