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NextGen Sustainability
Innovation Weekend
Montreux, Switzerland
March 29th - 30th, 2025
Welcome to the NextGen Sustainability Innovation Weekend, a global networking event designed to drive sustainable transformation of businesses and societies.
The agenda is crafted to facilitate collaboration between researchers who innovate, business leaders who implement, and investors who accelerate the adoption of sustainable solutions and business models.
In partnership with INSEAD alumni and HIM Business School, the event offers transformative design thinking workshops and interactive panel discussions, empowering participants to integrate sustainability into their professional decision-making processes. It is finished with a networking BBQ to facilitate connections and celebrate mutual efforts.
We cannot shape sustainable future without involving future generations in the conversation! Which is why we are hosting the Youth Venture Camp that will run alongside the main event. A three-day venture builder offers high school and bachelor students mentoring, workshops, and a startup competition, culminating in Sunday’s final pitches on the main stage.
For big enthusiats of Swiss nature, we will finish the event with a three-day ski trip in Verbier!
Regulations won't change human behaviour - we need to lead sustainable transformation by example.
This is more than a retreat - it is an opportunity to join forces to create lasting impact and shape sustainable future together.
Day 1 focuses on transformative innovation workshops designed to help you rethink value creation and adopt a long-term perspective in decision-making. Insights from the day will contribute to a white paper outlining best practices for integrating sustainability into investment criteria and business practices.
Day 2 begins with collective brainstorming through engaging panel discussions with top CEOs and investors who lead sustainable transformation of their businesses. The highlight of the day is the final startup competition from the Youth Venture Camp, where the next generation of leaders will showcase their visionary ideas for sustainable business models. The day concludes with a celebratory networking BBQ - a chance to connect, reflect and honor the collective efforts of all participants.
Who will you meet at the NextGen Sustainability Innovation Weekend?
Welcome to our community of devoted change-makers!
Business Leaders and Investors
Corporate executives, entrepreneurs and investors interested in networking with like-minded peers and discovering innovative business models that balance profitability with environmental and social impact.
Sustainability Enthusiasts and Innovators
Innovators and startups looking to showcase or refine their eco-friendly ideas while connecting with potential partners.
Individuals passionate about sustainability who want to explore cutting-edge solutions and collaborate on impactful initiatives.
Educators, Researchers, and Policymakers
Academics and researchers interested in the latest trends in sustainable business practices and how they can apply them in their work.
Policymakers seeking inspiration from industry leaders on integrating sustainability into governance frameworks.
Students
High school and bachelor students eager to make their mark in sustainability through the Youth Venture Camp, which includes mentoring, workshops and a startup competition.
Saturday, March 29th
11h00 -13h00
EXECUTIVE WORKSHOP
13h00 -16h00
EXECUTIVE WORKSHOP
16h30 -18h30
Registration - Day 1
From Ideas to Impact: Driving Sustainable Innovation through Design Thinking
Participants will work through real-world case studies and engage in collaborative exercises to explore how design thinking - a human-centered, iterative process - can uncover innovative solutions that align business goals with environmental and social impact.
Leadership in the Age of Climate Crisis: Building Trust and Connection
Leadership in 2025 requires a shift from top-down decision-making to fostering trust, empathy, and collaboration within teams. Leaders must navigate challenges such as AI integration, hybrid work models, and climate-related disruptions while inspiring action toward sustainability goals.
Sunday, March 30th
9h30-10h
CEO TALKS
10h-12h30
PITCHING COMPTETITION
12h30-13h30
13h30-17h
Registration - Day 2
Profit Meets Purpose: Reimagining Capitalism
The current capitalist system is increasingly criticized for prioritizing short-term profits over long-term sustainability and equity. With growing calls for systemic change, there is an urgent need to explore models that integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into economic frameworks. The thought-provoking keynote session brings together leading industry experts to explore the evolving landscape of sustainable business models. Speakers will share insights on how businesses can prioritize long-term value creation, environmental stewardship and social impact. The conversation will also include topics like exploring stakeholder capitalism and ESG-driven business models, and developing policies for equitable resource distribution.
Pitching Competition
Be part of the most anticipated moment of the weekend - the Youth Venture Camp Pitching Competition, where the next generation of innovators take the stage to present their groundbreaking sustainable business ideas. As an attendee or investor, you will have a front-row seat to witness fresh perspectives and bold solutions that could shape the future of sustainable industries.
Networking BBQ
End the day on a high note at the Networking BBQ, a relaxed and lively gathering that brings together a diverse community of students, parents, executives, investors and industry leaders - all united by a shared passion for sustainable innovation.
Enjoy great food, vibrant discussions and the chance to forge connections that could shape the future of sustainable business.
