We would like to announce the net upcoming joint event “Seminar on Ambidexterity and Leadership Excellence” on 3 July 2025 from 16:30 – 19:00 at AHK Japan.
Two leading minds from Germany – Christian Schwedler (BMW Group) and Daniel Vonier (Ex-SAP) – join us for an inspiring cross-cultural leadership exchange. Explore how Japan and Germany are rethinking transformation in legacy industries facing a digital future.
In an era of constant disruption, Foreign and Japanese companies face shared challenges -from aging systems to pressure from tech-driven competitors – requiring fundamental leadership and organizational transformation. The session offers two keynote impulses: Christian Schwedler introduces the concept of “New Ambidexterity,” balancing performance with innovation, while Daniel Vonier explores “Unlearning Hierarchy” to foster adaptive, values-driven leadership. These expert inputs are followed by a moderated exchange that contrasts and connects German and Japanese leadership approaches. Participants gain strategic insight, cultural perspective, and actionable ideas to thrive amid complexity. The session ultimately aims to ignite cross-cultural collaboration and practical transformation for leaders navigating today’s volatile business landscape.
The Event will be participated from not only ABC, also from AHK Japan and SCCIJ. So you can be sure there will be lively dialogue and a chance to learn about the latest energy insights and trends from all corners of Japan and around the globe.
Keynotespeaker
Daniel Vonier is a seasoned leader in people and organizational development, with extensive experience in executive leadership, HR consulting, and cultural transformation. His career spans leadership roles at top global companies like SAP, Siemens, and Deutsche Telekom, where he has driven large-scale talent, leadership, and organizational change initiatives. As the founder of Vonier Advisory & Transformation GmbH, he advises organizations on leadership transformation, performance management, and agile organizational structures. A published author and keynote speaker, Daniel combines strategic insight with a passion for enabling individual and organizational growth. His expertise is rooted in a results-driven, business-relevant approach, emphasizing clarity, self-organization, and leadership excellence.
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Christian Schwedler is a thought leader and speaker on the topics of transformation, innovation and ambidextrous leadership. His new book about ambidexterity was published in February 2024. As a strategist, he also supports the BMW Group in its transformation from a mechanical engineering group to a tech company. Dealing with contradictions and having the courage to change have accompanied Christian throughout his life. Immediately after graduating, he travelled the world for 8 years, working in Sydney, London and Santiago de Chile. He regularly speaks on the big stages at top congresses and gives keynote speeches at well-known companies across all industries.
Event Information
Date: 3 July 2025, Thursday, from 4.30pm to 7pm
Venue: AHK Japan
Costs: Free of charge, Members only
Food and Drinks: Finger Food and Drinks
Registraion: HERE through AHK Japan Event Webpage
Registration deadline: Monday, 30 June 2025
Seats for ABC: 5
