July 2, 2025 | Workshops & Networking-Dinner
Come together in a relaxed atmosphere!
- July 2, 2025
- 04.00 pm - 10.00 pm
- NEMETSCHEK-HAUS
Workshop: Improve your EAM maturity
There’s always room for improvement: EAM is up and running – how can it be improved?
Welcome to our interactive workshop: In exchange with EA colleagues, we will shed light on proven best practices and common pitfalls in Enterprise Architecture Management. We will share the most important building blocks for a successful EAM setup and our many years of experience at Lean42. The focus will be on EA governance and EA services.
- 4 - 6 pm
- ROOM 1
- English/German
Fabian Kainzinger
Chief Consultant, Lean42
Chief Consultant, Lean42
Fabian Kainzinger has more than 15 years of experience in the IT industry, which he gained at IT service providers, in an IT product company as well as in an enterprise environment. As an expert in enterprise architecture and EA tools, Fabian is responsible for the strategic alignment and implementation of IT architectures.
He has profound expertise in Enterprise Architecture Management, IT Management and Product Management and takes a leading role in managing employees as well as customers and products. Fabian is adept at implementing projects and programs and brings in-depth knowledge of agile approaches and building teams and organizations.
With his profound know-how in EA tools, Fabian helps companies to design their IT infrastructure efficiently and to successfully accompany technological change.
Alina Mehlhorn
Senior IT Management Consultant, Lean42
Senior IT Management Consultant, Lean42
With many years of experience in the areas of IT management, enterprise architecture management (EAM), IT strategy and governance, information security, data protection management as well as risk & compliance and business continuity management (BCM), Alina Mehlhorn is an experienced senior IT management consultant at Lean42. She has both in-depth management consulting skills and extensive practical experience in the corporate world. Alina specializes in guiding companies through challenging IT situations and provides customized solutions aligned with their strategic vision and goal orientation.
Alina strives to help organizations optimize their IT landscapes, strengthen their security standards and be strategically prepared for the challenges of digital transformation. Her goal is to contribute to the success of her clients as a trusted advisor.
Workshop: Lean & Agile
- 4 - 6 pm
- ROOM 2
Have an exciting topic for a workshop?
Apply now and share your expertise – a great opportunity to showcase your knowledge and connect with valuable contacts!
Workshop: Explore AI
Explore AI Workshop – experiment with AI to create solutions
In this interactive workshop, you will take your knowledge of artificial intelligence to the next level. Led by Karsten Voges and the Lean42 team, you will experience how modern AI solutions can unleash your creative potential.
Work together in teams to construct a case/solution using AI technology. Use advanced genAI technologies such as text, video and image capabilities to quickly create innovative ideas and engaging materials. Define your target audience and develop a unique, creative campaign.
This workshop provides a hands-on opportunity to experience AI in action and learn how to use these technologies to solve real-world challenges. Expand your skills and boost your creativity – all under the experienced guidance of our Lean42 and industry experts.
Who should attend?
The workshop is aimed at professionals who want to discover and apply new technologies in an inspiring environment, as well as anyone interested in the practical use of AI.
Please bring your laptop to use the AI tools effectively.
- 4 - 6 pm
- ROOM 3
- English
Karsten Voges
CEO | CIO | Strategic Advisor | Founder | Keynote Speaker, Managing Director, Lean42
CEO | CIO | Strategic Advisor | Founder | Keynote Speaker, Managing Director, Lean42
Karsten Voges brings 20 years of leadership experience, ranging from startups to Fortune 50 companies, plus various IT management consulting firms. His motto “lean & smart” together with his practical CIO Advisory is helping many CIOs and their IT organizations to thrive. With degrees in computer science (TUM, Germany) and an MBA (Open University, UK), he has been combining IT and business for years. As a product manager in enterprise architecture management, head of IT architecture and as a founder of a data collaboration platform, deep technical knowledge comes together with a lot of business acumen. Therefore Karsten Voges ensures fit for purpose solutions that are followed through with change management, plus that they are also implemented in state of the art technically. Karsten is regularly rocking the stage, e.g. LeanLeaderSummit, Forrester, Gartner, LeanIX Events, Planview Horizons, TexWeek, PennState etc.
Roundtable: Women In Architecture
Explore AI Workshop – experiment with AI to create solutions
In this interactive workshop, you will take your knowledge of artificial intelligence to the next level. Led by Karsten Voges and the Lean42 team, you will experience how modern AI solutions can unleash your creative potential.
Work together in teams to construct a case/solution using AI technology. Use advanced genAI technologies such as text, video and image capabilities to quickly create innovative ideas and engaging materials. Define your target audience and develop a unique, creative campaign.
This workshop provides a hands-on opportunity to experience AI in action and learn how to use these technologies to solve real-world challenges. Expand your skills and boost your creativity – all under the experienced guidance of our Lean42 and industry experts.
Who should attend?
The workshop is aimed at professionals who want to discover and apply new technologies in an inspiring environment, as well as anyone interested in the practical use of AI.
Please bring your laptop to use the AI tools effectively.
- 4 - 6 pm
- ROOM 4
- English
Jean Gehring
Chief Architect, Lean42
Chief Architect, Lean42
Jean Gehring is the Founder and Managing Director of fi Architects Group. She created this group to help clients ‘right-size’ their enterprise architecture function, enabling them to drive the desired digital transformation outcomes in a business-focused way.
A Chief Architect, educator, and recognized thought leader Jean has extensive experience in leading technology optimization and transformation programs across multiple industry sectors.
Jean regularly speaks and writes on enterprise architecture and governance. The former President of the Federation of Enterprise Architecture Professional Organizations, a global association that promotes the architect profession, she also served on the Advisory boards of IEE-TEMS, OPEX-FI, and Penn State University Center for Enterprise Architecture among others.
Networking Dinner – 10 Years of Lean Conferences – 13 Events Since 2015
In 2025, we celebrate 10 years of Lean Conferences, hosting 13 events since 2015 – Decade of Innovation, Collaboration, and Growth
We warmly invite you to celebrate with us the evening before the conference day with the presentations! Join us for a relaxed networking dinner in a cozy setting, featuring delicious food and engaging conversations. It’s the perfect way to kick off the summit, offering a chance to get to know each other in a laid-back atmosphere and build new connections.
- 6 - 10 pm
- NEMETSCHEK-HAUS "Former Canteen"
July 3, 2025 | Presentations & Inspiration
Inspiration and know-how: specialist presentations that inspire!
- July 3, 2025
- 08.00 am - 05.00 pm
- NEMETSCHEK-HAUS
Check-in, welcome & networking with fresh coffee
- 08.00 - 8.30 am
- FOYER & SHOWROOM
Adopt an Exponential IT Mindset – How to thrive through the next paradigm shift
Four decades of information technology (IT) saw a transformative journey, revolutionizing businesses across various sectors. From the automation of operations to the digital transformation of business models, IT has played a pivotal role in driving innovation and enhancing efficiency. As technological advancements continue to accelerate, the potential for exponential business opportunities remains boundless.
Learn how emerging technologies (gen AI, quantum computing, robotics, …) are empowering businesses to achieve autonomous capabilities.
Learn how the role of IT has changed and will change enabling businesses to transform and adapt to changing market dynamics. Our era of autonomous business, IT will need to evolve once again to meet the evolving needs of organizations.
You as a digital leader will have to embrace exponential IT with a new mindset. Your IT practices must progress to the highest maturity level, aligning with business outcomes and enabling organizations to achieve their full potential. Come join this journey on autonomization and exponential IT and get ready for the future.
- 8.30 - 9 am
- STAGE
- English
Karsten Voges
CEO | CIO | Strategic Advisor | Founder | Keynote Speaker, Managing Director, Lean42
CEO | CIO | Strategic Advisor | Founder | Keynote Speaker, Managing Director, Lean42
Karsten Voges brings 20 years of leadership experience, ranging from startups to Fortune 50 companies, plus various IT management consulting firms. His motto “lean & smart” together with his practical CIO Advisory is helping many CIOs and their IT organizations to thrive. With degrees in computer science (TUM, Germany) and an MBA (Open University, UK), he has been combining IT and business for years. As a product manager in enterprise architecture management, head of IT architecture and as a founder of a data collaboration platform, deep technical knowledge comes together with a lot of business acumen. Therefore Karsten Voges ensures fit for purpose solutions that are followed through with change management, plus that they are also implemented in state of the art technically. Karsten is regularly rocking the stage, e.g. LeanLeaderSummit, Forrester, Gartner, LeanIX Events, Planview Horizons, TexWeek, PennState etc.
Lectures
- 9 - 10 am
- STAGE
- English/German
Have an exciting topic for a presentation?
Apply now and share your expertise – a great opportunity to showcase your knowledge and connect with valuable contacts!
Networking with fresh coffee and snacks
- 10 - 10.30 am
- FOYER & SHOWROOM
STAGE – DIGITAL LEADERS
ROOM 1 – ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE
ROOM 3 – AI & DATA
Lectures
- 10.30 - 12 pm
- STAGE
- English/German
Have an exciting topic for a presentation?
Apply now and share your expertise – a great opportunity to showcase your knowledge and connect with valuable contacts!
Lectures
Have an exciting topic for a presentation?
Apply now and share your expertise – a great opportunity to showcase your knowledge and connect with valuable contacts!
- 10.30 - 12 pm
- ROOM 2
Lectures
Have an exciting topic for a presentation?
Apply now and share your expertise – a great opportunity to showcase your knowledge and connect with valuable contacts!
- 10.30 - 12 pm
- ROOM 3
Networking over a delicious lunch buffet
- 12 - 01.30 pm
- FOYER & SHOWROOM
STAGE – DIGITAL LEADERS
ROOM 1 – ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE
ROOM 3 – AI & DATA
Lectures
- 01.30 - 3 pm
- STAGE
Lectures
- 01.30 - 3 pm
- ROOM 2
Lectures
- 01.30 - 3 pm
- ROOM 3
Networking with fresh coffee and cake
- 3 - 3.30 pm
- FOYER & SHOWROOM
Lectures
- 3.30 - 4 pm
- STAGE
Roundtable Talk: Discussion of the Key Insights
An interactive roundtable where CIOs and leaders dive deeper into key insights from the presentations and exchange valuable perspectives.
- 4 - 4.30 pm
- STAGE
Conclusion & Outlook: Thank You and See You Again!
- 4.30 - 5.00 pm
- STAGE
- English
Karsten Voges
CEO | CIO | Strategic Advisor | Founder | Keynote Speaker, Managing Director, Lean42
CEO | CIO | Strategic Advisor | Founder | Keynote Speaker, Managing Director, Lean42
Karsten Voges brings 20 years of leadership experience, ranging from startups to Fortune 50 companies, plus various IT management consulting firms. His motto “lean & smart” together with his practical CIO Advisory is helping many CIOs and their IT organizations to thrive. With degrees in computer science (TUM, Germany) and an MBA (Open University, UK), he has been combining IT and business for years. As a product manager in enterprise architecture management, head of IT architecture and as a founder of a data collaboration platform, deep technical knowledge comes together with a lot of business acumen. Therefore Karsten Voges ensures fit for purpose solutions that are followed through with change management, plus that they are also implemented in state of the art technically. Karsten is regularly rocking the stage, e.g. LeanLeaderSummit, Forrester, Gartner, LeanIX Events, Planview Horizons, TexWeek, PennState etc.
End of the day and eventful experience
- 5.00 pm