Vienna Congress com·sult

Wiener Kongress com·sult 2012

Europe needs Leadership!

Hans-Dietrich Genscher, Lech Walesa, Avigdor Liberman, Terry Leahy, etc. discussed at the Vienna Congress com·sult about the leadership crisis in Europe. 1,500 international decision-makers flocked to the House of Industry. … more

Erhard Busek, Lech Walesa, Hans-Dietrich Genscher, David Ungar-Klein

Golden Arrow 2012

The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Lech Walesa and Hans-Dietrich Genscher, for their inspiring leadership in the wake of the reunification of Europe. Two visionary politicians who have changed the lives of millions! … more

Wiener Kongress com.sult 2012

Keynote Speakers 2012

On 24 January 2012 Vienna Congress com·sult moved the topic leadership to the center. Visionary leaders were concerned with the future of Europe. Learn more about our Keynote Speakers! … more

  • duk_klein
    “The historic Congress of Vienna 1814/15 laid the foundations of modern Europe, thus stabilising the continent for a long time. In this tradition and some 200 years later, the Vienna Congress com•sult, which is taking place in the heart of a …" more David Ungar-Klein, Initiator Vienna Congress com·sult and Managing Director, Create Connections Networking & Lobbying GmbH
  • Christoph Neumayer © Markus Prantl IV
    “A shift of paradigm in the budgetary and economic policy is required. Profound structural reforms have to be elaborated and implemented on a national level the fastest way possible in order to gain a wide management scope for necessary future …" more Christoph Neumayer, Secretary General, Federation of Austrian Industries
  • Christian Legat
    “The Vienna Congress com·sult offers a perfect platform for networking and exchange within various industries. Competence Call Center is taking this opportunity to meet outstanding leaders from different areas to discuss possible approaches …" more Christian Legat, Co-CEO, Competence Call Center
  • Erwin Teufner
    “The greatest force impacting a country’s innovation and economic production is without doubt telecommunications and information technology. But the influence of ICT is not only limited to its own industry. Almost all business sectors and …" more Erwin Teufner, CTO, Alcatel-Lucent Austria
  • Lech Walesa ©Wojtek Jakubowski /KFP
    “Nowadays we are facing important questions and it is up to you to find appropriate answers to them. The most pressing issues on the global scale are information, environment, financial crisis, energy and progress. I am happy to be able to …" more Lech Walesa, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Former President, Poland
  • Michael Häupl © Stadt Wien PID - Hubert Dimko
    “Annually the Vienna Congress com·sult puts global issues at its center – and thus turns Vienna into one of the most dynamic congress venues for international decision-makers. I am delighted to welcome the participants of the Vienna …" more Michael Häupl, Mayor and Governor of the City of Vienna
  • Avigdor Liberman
    “The key to democracy and political stability is economic …" more Avigdor Liberman, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Israel
  • Hans-Dietrich Genscher
    “We need politicians, who do not base their actions only on the survey results. “Be convinced yourself!” is the imperative of the moment. How are you supposed to rekindle a fire, if you are not giving off enough sparks yourself? In this …" more Hans-Dietrich Genscher, former Vice-Chancellor and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Germany
  • Terry Leahy
    “The key to a successful organization is to build confidence and self-esteem in the workforce. Consequently, the first duty of leaders is to find out the truth about their organizations, so they can set the right goals and inspire people to …" more Terry Leahy, CEO, Tesco (1997-2011)
  • Phillip Blond
    “Oscillation between extreme collectivism and extreme individualism marks the 20th century. Both are manifestations of the same impulse: a concentration of power first in the state and then in the markets. And both those liberal and …" more Phillip Blond, Author of "Red Tory"; Director, ResPublica
  • David Ungar-Klein
    “When it comes to the future of Europe, the environment, energy and demographic developments, there is no question that the major challenges of the 21st century require new perspectives. The strategies employed by the industrial growth society …" more David Ungar-Klein, Initiator Vienna Congress com·sult and Managing Director, Create Connections Networking & Lobbying GmbH
  • Jeremy Rifkin
    “The European Union offers hope at this critical point in human history that we can make an effective transition from the dying Second Industrial Revolution to an emerging Third Industrial Revolution and a post-carbon …" more Jeremy Rifkin, American Economist, Writer, Public Speaker, Political Advisor and Activist
  • Moritz Leuenberger ©Béatrice Devènes
    “No private company would have taken the risk, to dare the longest railway tunnel in the world through the Gotthard. Only a political, socially and environmentally motivated community is able to do …" more Moritz Leuenberger, Swiss Minister of Environment, Transport, Energy and Communication, 1995-2010; former Swiss President
  • Václav Klaus
    “The current debate is a public policy debate with enormous implications. It is no longer about climate. It is about the government, the politicians, their scribes and the lobbyists who want to get more decision making and power for …" more Václav Klaus, President, Czech Republic
  • Mohamed ElBaradei
    “New energy policies are needed so this engine of development becomes a source of stability and not a cause for …" more Mohamed ElBaradei, Director General Emeritus of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); Nobel Peace Laureate
  • Bill Gates
    “We are entering an era where software is no longer as constrained by the capabilities of hardware. The next era of growth for our industry will be driven by advanced software that enriches personal and business connections, helps groups work …" more Bill Gates, Founder, Microsoft
  • Jack Welch
    “When we talk about quality and excellence, we mean creating an atmosphere where every individual across the whole Company is striving to be proud of every product and service we provide. Getting every employees´s mind into the game is a huge …" more Jack Welch, Former Chairman and CEO, General Electric
  • Shimon Peres
    “In our era, globalization and advanced communication technologies have broken down borders and transcended territorial constraints. Consequently, we should be seeking to cement international cooperation in all fields – the key to success in …" more Shimon Peres, Vice-Premier of Israel and Nobel Peace prizes Laureate
  • Francis Ford Coppola
    “Whether it is bringing a great movie to the screen, or making an exceptional wine that will be appreciated across the globe, the range of business issues we all face today have become truly global. In February 2006, international managers and …" more Francis Ford Coppola, Filmmaker, Producer and Screenwriter
  • Michael D. Eisner
    “You can`t succeed unless you`ve got failure, especially creatively. The question is, don’t make the same mistake …" more Michael D. Eisner, Former CEO , Walt Disney Company
  • Jischka Fischer
    “Today, we are living in a society which tends to take risks in political as well as economic matters. Therefore, it is all the more important to reduce risks through dialogue and discourse. The economy also bears responsibility in this …" more Joschka Fischer, Former German Foreign Minister and Vice Chancellor
  • Steve Forbes
    “The real source of wealth and capital in this new era is not material things; it is the human mind, the human spirit, the human imagination, and our faith in the future. The key to harnessing growth in this interdependent, transparent world …" more Steve Forbes, CEO, Forbes Inc.
  • Mark Spitz
    “A powerful vision is behind each top performance: either in economy or sport. Visions stimulate people and companies in their work, visions make our future. I am delighted to be able to discuss with you the power of vision at the Vienna …" more Mark Spitz, American Swimmer , Holding the Record for Most Gold Medals Won in a Single Olympic Games
  • Aaron Peirsol
    “We must learn to value the resources that will determine our future; I hope to achieve this and much more through discussions at com·sult 09 in …" more Aaron Peirsol, World Record Holder, American Swimmer
  • Jimmy Wales
    “Traditional resources diminish if you share them. Wikipedia proves: Knowledge grows if you share it. At com·sult 09 in Vienna I will share my knowledge and experience with …" more Jimmy Wales, Founder, Wikipedia.org and Wikia.com
  • Martin Eberhard
    “E-mobility shows how mobility can be ensured in the future. I look forward to exciting discussions on the future of the economy and growth at the Vienna Congress …" more Martin Eberhard, Entrepreneur, Founder of three companies, including most recently Tesla Motors
  • Howard Dean
    “The Vienna Congress com.sult takes place in the heart of Europe and addresses issues that move Europe and the world. Issues that require active political involvement and a shared …" more Howard Dean, Chairman, Democratic National Committee (2005–2009) and Governor of Vermont (1991–2003)
  • Buzz Aldrin
    “I appreciate the fact that the Vienna Congress com.sult 2010 has chosen the slogan “shape the future” as its motto. This particular motto stands at the beginning of expeditions and …" more Buzz Aldrin, Apollo 11 Astronaut and Rocket Hero, NASA
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