Leipzig, February 2014

Topic
The future of management

Dr. Elena Temper
"Torsten Schumacher not only inspired us – he showed us how modern, innovative leadership works. Thanks to his likeable, entertaining manner, representatives of mid-sized businesses from Leipzig listened to his presentation with rapt attention; the topics he discussed led to a lively exchange at the new year reception. We look forward to seeing him again!"

Ideas, new understanding and plenty of inspiration: the Wissensforum lecture series sees renowned speakers offer fascinating insights into issues relevant to personality development, communication and leadership. Book your place to find out how to maximize your potential and make your personal and professional life more successful.

As part of the lecture series, you will have the opportunity to attend a talk given by Dr. Markus Baumanns and Dr. Torsten Schumacher on May 13, 2014, in Munich, as well as a subsequent discussion with the speakers.

Good leadership in turbulent times 
Dr. Markus Baumanns and Dr. Torsten Schumacher
Management consultants, entrepreneurs, bestselling authors

Tuesday, May 13, 2014, Süddeutscher Verlag (conference hall), Hultschiner Str. 8, 81677 Munich

Organizer’s message
“We live in complex and seemingly critical times that force companies to implement change at great speed and show a tremendous ability to innovate. In this era of change, how can you keep your company competitive and on course? How can you foster dedication among your employees and colleagues? How can you make the right decisions in precarious circumstances? Baumanns and Schumacher show you how to overcome these challenges and equip you with the tools you need for day-to-day leadership.”

For information on further talks and speakers and to book your place, please visit the organizer’s website or take a look at the program, which you can download as a PDF file here.

Frankfurt, November 2006

Topic
Effective and correct leadership in insecure times

Dr. Karl Spachmann, Managing Director
„Torsten Schumacher enriched our event for key clients with a witty and entertaining presentation. His interesting ideas led to a spirited discussion from which all participants profited.“

Helsinki, June 2007

Topic
Leadership and The Future of European Universities

Barcelona, August 2008

Topic
What characterizes the best leaders?

Franz Waas, Ph.D., Supervisory Board Chairman
„Grounded in substance and rhetorically captivating; practically oriented with clear advice on action.“

Hamburg, January 2008

Topic
Competitive Factor: Leadership

Details
"Dr. Schumacher succeeded in energizing our management staff with his extremely lively presentation. He communicated complex material clearly and enthusiastically, with numerous illustrations from his practical management work. Dr. Schumacher frequently presented novel ideas, giving food for thought and often raising a smile."

Munich, January 2013

Topic
Companies and foundations – coming together for a bright future

2006

Topic
Leadership at Universities – A comparison between the US and Europe.

Washington, DC, April 2009

Topic
Green Economy and Green Legislation – a transatlantic exchange of ideas and experiences. A joint introduction with Senator John Kerry.

Giessen, September 2012

Topic
Trends in corporate and employee leadership

Prof. Dr. Andreas Bausch, Head of Science at the Center for Management Studies
“In his opening speech at the 2012 Mid-Hessian Entrepreneurs’ Days, Dr. Schumacher took a novel approach and provided contemporary answers to traditional challenges in corporate and staff leadership, and gave participants a wake-up call in the best sense of the word while inspiring them and raising their awareness. He was impressive on a personal level and extremely knowledgeable.”

Gütersloh, June 2012

Topic
Leading in Production Systems

Dr. Krämer, Factory Manager
"Dr. Schumacher presents important leadership issues in a simple and compelling manner, giving leaders a clear framework for changing their attitudes and behaviors. Through his lecture, Dr. Schumacher succeeded in captivating the approximately 280 managers at our plant and winning their support for his approach.”

Brussels, June 2012

Topic
Leadership: 4 Conclusions from the Study "All for themselves and none for all? – Why we need a new understanding of leadership across government, business, academia and civil society"

Gütersloh, June 2012

Topic
Are you planning yourself into a frenzy?

Dr. Eva Schobeß, Legal Counsel 
“In his speech about frenzied planning in corporations, Dr. Schumacher made his audience think, discuss and smile. He was well prepared, used the right tone and presented numerous real-world examples. His speech enriched our annual meeting of senior executives and is highly recommended.”

Hamburg, February 2012

Topic
Let go! Freeing your company from the burden of unnecessary rules

Cornelia Trompke, Manager Business Development
"Dr. Torsten Schumacher gives his listeners invaluable, easy to use tools to deal with the essential questions in modern management. His spirit and vision captivate, challenge and move his audience.”

Hamburg, May 30, 2012

Topic
Talent

Visit the manager-lounge website for more information: https://manager-lounge.manager-magazin.de/de/pub/vorteile/persoenlicher_kontakt.cfm?fuseaction=events.DisplayEvent&event_ID=785&ref=&h=7ee591a269e5d8b94a9a3371fb1cceb3

Seoul, 2010

Topic
Paths to an Enhanced and Advanced Society - Science Policy in the 21st Century: Public and private universities in Germany

Hamburg, February 2012

Topic
The dawn of a new leadership era

Simone Vera Kenski, Partner
„Dr. Schumacher shares his knowledge with clarity and authenticity. By providing unusual food for thought he motivates and excites listeners. Rating: very inspiring.”

Lexington, Virginia, March 2010

Topic
"Responsible leadership" in companies and non-profit organizations

Neubiberg, November 2011

Topic
Designing successful change processes in companies and universities - differences and similarities

Prof. Dr. Andreas Schlüter, General Secretary of the Stifterverbandes
"Markus Baumann convincingly explained the essential factors for successful change processes. His clear logic and focus on the essentials was a welcome break from the clichés popular in change management literature. He provided fresh insights on differences and similarities between change process in companies and universities. The audience was captivated, leading to lively exchanges at the reception following the event.”

Bayreuth, November 2009

Topic
Leadership in the Global Economics Crisis

Bernhard Clemm, Student organiser of the Bayreuther Dialogue:
„Your lecture and participation enriched our event enormously. Your speech identified the significant issues raised by our subject. I hope this was not the last time that you honour Bayreuth University and the "Philosophy and Economics" faculty with your presence.“

Berlin, November 2011

Topic
More courage for uniqueness!

Nadine Winkelmann, Communication and Marketing Director 
„Dr. Schumacher communicates leadership topics with clear rhetoric. He encourages the reexamination of traditional ideas."

Cologne, November 2011

Topic
What is good leadership?

Stuttgart, October 2011

Topic
What distinguishes the best leadership from the broad masses?

Dr. Hans Fischer, CEO
„Dr. Schumacher does resort to platitudes calling for more and stronger leaders. Instead he focuses on the most important leadership activity: identifying the right people for each position and providing them with the respect they deserve to do their job."

Berlin, April 2009

Topic
The crisis – how we can emerge from it strengthened

Dr. Daniel C. Schmid, Chairman of the MHK Group AG
„Dr. Torsten Schumacher is in a class of his own. He presents first-class material with unique clarity, while at the same time entertaining. His language and manner are so convincing that he is right to work entirely without a computer. Our 2,000 guests - medium-sized dealers as well as business and sales managers of medium-sized companies - listened to his 50-minute presentation with rapt attention. Dr. Schumacher responded to our needs in every way and proved highly service-oriented. We are happy that he enriched our Annual General Meeting.“

Bogotá, October 2011

Topic
Sustainability: Buzzword of the 21st century? How companies can implement sustainability in their organizations (in Spanish)

Istanbul, May 2008

Topic
Innovation and Creativity in Foundations

Starnberg, September 2008

Topic
What Staff and Customers have in Common

Christine Berliner, Director Marketing Institute and Spa 
„Dr. Torsten Schumacher offers a rare mix of entertainment and profundity in his presentations. He imparts his knowledge on effective leadership with presence and force, inspiring his audience to original thinking and action. Highly recommended.“

Frankfurt, December 2008

Topic
What distinguishes the best leadership from the broad masses?

Katharina Heuer, Head of Management and Staff Training
"In his lectures Dr. Schumacher manages to excite listeners through his clear and direct speech. He draws on his 20 years of management consulting experience and daily contact with management professionals. Dr. Schumacher provides a unique combination of sharp insights and informed analysis."