Moderation
I transform events into genuine meeting places – in a friendly, structured and unconventional way
For more than 10 years, I have been facilitating professional events, panel discussions, conferences and pitch events - bilingually in German and English. As an active participant in innovation ecosystems, I primarily moderate events at the intersection of business, academia, innovation and society.
Fakten
- Certified moderator for live events, accredited by the German Moderators Academy (Deutsche Moderatorenakademie), Cologne
- Focus: Business, innovation, university and creative industries events
- in German and English
- 10+ years of experience
- active throughout Germany and internationally, based in Paderborn
Working with me as a moderator
Anyone who works with me can count on an enthusiastic, competent event expert.
Every event I moderate is preceded by structured preparation: What are the content-related goals of the event? Which topics should be discussed? Who will I welcome on stage?
I conduct structured briefing sessions with my clients and prepare the event and panel guests for their participation. As an organizer and developer of innovative event formats (e.g. XO TALK) and moderator, I have an experienced eye for the dynamics of the planned program. I am happy to provide impulses for adaptation or support with activating ideas.
Moderations (selection)
- Panel discussion „Communicating Green Transitions”, COLOURS European University Alliance
- Venture Capital Pitch Event, OWL Startup Pitch, garage33 and Sparkasse Paderborn-Detmold-Höxter
- Final Pitch Event, Call for Ideas, garage33 and VerbundVolksbankOWL
- Kick-off and panel discussion of the Business Angels Network OWL
- Panel discussion „Violence, contempt for humanity, homophobia and sexism in rap", University of Paderborn
FAQ
What information is important in the initial enquiry?
The date, location and occasion are enough. Nothing more is required at this stage. We will clarify all other details in a phone call.
When should a request be made?
Early requests are ideal (3-6 months) – but spontaneous requests are often possible too. A quick phone call is all it takes to check my availability.
Is a moderation also possible in English?
Yes. I moderate events, panels and workshops in German and English.
How is the moderation prepared?
For me, a structured and thorough preparation is an essential part of every event. We clarify the content objectives and thematic focus in advance during a detailed call. Depending on the event, I hold preliminary discussions with speakers and panel guests.
Are moderations possible throughout Germany?
Yes. Upon request, I am available to travel throughout Germany and internationally if desired. I organise my own travel arrangements independently and reliably.
Foto-Credits:
1 & 2: COLOURS-Allianz CoLab „Communicating Green Transition“ | Besim Mazhiqi
3: COLOURS-Allianz CoLab „Body Image, Mental Health and EDI“ | Besim Mazhiqi