Learn from the Best for Your Career: Meet the Women of the Year
Occasion: Book Launch Women of the Year – Learning from the Best
Publisher: herCAREER at Callwey Verlag

In honor of the inspiring book Women of the Year – Learning from the Best, herCAREER invites attendees to a special evening where they can meet select protagonists from the book, dive into their stories, and draw inspiration from their experiences for their own career paths.

About the Book
herCAREER presents exceptional women from Callwey Verlag who courageously forge new paths with vision and commitment. Entrepreneurs, scientists, mentors, and leaders share insights into their careers, discuss challenges and successes, and offer practical tips for professional and personal growth. The book advocates for visibility, diversity, and empowerment in the workplace.

Evening Program
6 PM - Welcome Drinks & Networking
A relaxed atmosphere welcoming conversations, exchanges, and new connections.

6:30 PM - Opening by
Barbara Wittmann, Country Manager and Senior Director of Talent Solutions at LinkedIn DACH| LinkedIn, Munich & Woman of the Year 2024

followed by a panel discussion on topics such as
• Professional challenges and turning points
• Gut feeling vs. rational decision-making
• Handling everyday sexism
• Balancing career and private life
• Opportunities and obstacles on the path to leadership

with protagonists:
• Bianca Orgill, Head of Marketing & Sales, Carton Group GmbH, Schwabach
• Antje Jörg, Managing Director at Munich Fire Department, Munich
• Diana Wiedmann, Chief Human Resources Officer, Drees & Sommer, Stuttgart
• Marina Lessig, Founder and Chairwoman, Münchner Freiwillige - Wir helfen e.V., Munich
• Veronika Wellge, SVP, Head of Corporate Strategy, Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, BSH Home Appliances Group, Munich

Moderated by Kristina Appel, journalist specializing in equity and women's issues.

An interactive question round with the audience will conclude the discussion.

7:30 PM - 9 PM - Signing Session, Book Sale & Networking
Attendees can meet the protagonists for personal conversations and secure a signed copy of the book.

What You Can Take Away
• Personal insights into the career paths of remarkable women
• New perspectives on challenges and opportunities in professional life
• Connections with like-minded individuals and potential mentors
• A signed copy of the book – and plenty of inspiration