Speaker Series: Financials Going Wild
Date: Thursday, 23 January 2025
Time: 18:30
Location: Zoo Event, Riehler Str. 173, 50735 Cologne
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/business-horizons-by-university-of-cologne-business-school-tickets-1119758159799?aff=oddtdtcreator
Language: The keynote is planned to be in English, though some parts may be in German, reflecting the speaker’s day-to-day operations.
Are you curious about how a modern zoo can thrive without focusing on profit maximisation? Or how innovative strategies ensure the success of not-for profit organisations in today’s competitive landscape?
We’re excited to invite you to our first Business Horizons Event in 2025, featuring Dr Christopher Landsberg, CFO of Cologne Zoo. Dr Landsberg will share insights into the financing of a modern zoo, focusing on developing additional revenue streams such as gastronomy, donations, and special events. He will also highlight the zoo's role as a regional economic driver and explore its innovative marketing strategies.
Dr Christopher Landsberg has contributed to Cologne Zoo’s operations for over 20 years, including 17 years as CFO. During his tenure, he has been instrumental in modernising the zoo’s infrastructure, creating new revenue streams, and co-developing its master plan.
After the keynote, join us for networking drinks, where you can exchange ideas and connect with fellow alumni and industry professionals.
About Business Horizons by University of Cologne Business School
As professionals who have traversed the dynamic landscape of the business world, we understand the value of staying abreast of current trends, emerging strategies, and innovative perspectives.
Business Horizons is a platform designed to ignite intellectual curiosity, foster meaningful connections, and inspire continued growth. Through a carefully curated selection of keynote presentations, delivered by industry thought leaders and experts, we aim to explore diverse facets of the ever-evolving business environment.
Each session of Business Horizons promises to delve into pressing topics shaping today's business landscape, ranging from technological disruptions to sustainable practices, from leadership strategies to global market trends. Our speakers, drawn from a variety of sectors and backgrounds, will offer invaluable insights, actionable strategies, and thought-provoking perspectives that can inform and elevate your professional journey.
Each Keynote is followed by a Q&A session. Our aim is to foster meaningful dialogue and facilitate exchange of ideas among our alumni community. Whether you're seeking clarification, exploring new perspectives, or sharing your own experiences, this interactive session promises to be both enlightening and engaging.