I M P A C T R E P O R T

2024 beVisioneers
Global Summit

26th-28th of February, Stuttgart, Germany - Our community of Fellows, Experts and Mentors came together for an intergenerational gathering, filled with connections and knowledge-sharing, all with the goal of shaping a more sustainable and inclusive future. The Global Summit brought together 154 attendees over 3 days, 55 fellows across 10 different countries, 15 of which received Project Scholarships to further the development of their Planet-Positive projects.

26th-28th of February

Stuttgart, Germany

154 attendees

Check out all the Fellows and Experts who attended our Global Summit 2024:

BROCHURE

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E X P E R T S & L E A D E R S

Vital Insights from Experts and Innovation Leaders

Bilha Ndirangu

JACOBS LADDER AFRICA CEO
JURY MEMBER, KENYA
Dr. Krithi K. Karanth

CENTER OF WILDLIFE STUDIES CEO
JURY MEMBER, INDIA
Chinedu Agbara

SAHEL CONSULTING ASSOCIATE PARTNER
EXPERT IN RESIDENCE, NIGERIA
Lawrence Brenninkmeyer

COFRA GROUP BOARD NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
JURY MEMBER. UNITED KINDGOM
Lukas Kircher

THE DO
EXPERT IN RESIDENCE, GERMANY

INSIGHTS

"It really had the air of something special and that is growing. I was blown away by the fellows, the startups, the impact they want to create, and see them exchange with companies, impact funds, non profits."

Florian Hoffmann, The DO
"Being a jury member was a really great experience. There were just so many people who are passionate about what they are doing. It was really hard to decide."

Tessina Strelow, Jane Goodall Roots & Shoots
"Bringing these two groups together is mutually beneficial. It's very hard for entrepreneurs to get access to resources and conversely it's very hard for established companies to get access to strong pools of entrepreneurs like these. beVisioneers is a fantastic vehicle to do that."

Devesh Rak, Sky Group
"It's been really incredible to see how people around the world are tackling solutions to the climate crisis, especially the young people and giving them the platform to do that work."

Shiv Shoin, Ted Countdown
"It's been great to be able to represent myself from a rural community and connect that in a global situation here. I gathered as much feedback as I can so my project makes sense for indigenous people whilst connecting to the global community."

Vivek, Fellow, India
"There were a lot of insights and takeaways. Sometimes I couldn't believe I am in the same room with these amazing individuals who accomplished and created impact so much!"

Aleyna, Fellow, Spain
"It has been very intense and exciting. Meeting the people behind the projects has been a highlight. We know each other mostly through a screen. It's been really great to meet them, and the beVisioneers team and experts."

Luis, Fellow, Spain
"My highlight has been connecting with all of the Visioneers. Understanding that they are people who feel the same way I feel about sustainability, acting with integrity. I thought I would be tired after the journey to get here but I am getting so much energy from everyone."

Buyiswa, Fellow, South Africa

M A R K E T P L A C E

A Forum of Our Inspirational Fellows

Each of the 55 Fellows chosen for the Global Summit prepared presentations to introduce their project to the experts and those attending in what we call the ‘’Marketplace’’.

Check out the amazing presentations the Fellows prepared:

Presentations

The system we operate in: looking back and looking forward

During this session our Fellows built a timeline from 2015 to 2050 based on the key political, environmental, social, technological events that took place and what they imagine for the future.

See the Knowledge Wall in all its glory:

T I M E L I N E

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P I T C H R O U N D

Project Scholarships

Project Scholarships enable Fellows to continue with their learning in an applied learning phase where they implement their Planet Positive project. Fellows polished their pitch skills in front of a panel of expert judges and Scholarships went to standout performers.

Scholarship Recipients

These scholarships were awarded during the Global Summit. More scholarships have been awarded to more outstanding Fellows since!

Trisa Bhattacharjee (India)
Marta Carlero (Spain)
Ceri Flook (U.K.)
Abie Franklin (U.K.)
Aleyna Gültekin (Turkey)

Ayush Bhaskar Kale (India)
Josephine Katumba (South Africa)
Katrin Kreidel (Germany)
Saskia Manson (U.K.)
Thabo Mngomezulu (South Africa)

Debbie Mogale (South Africa)
Sarvesh Prabhu (India)
Brandon Reynolds (U.K.)
Priya Srinivas (India)
Maya Zaken (South Africa)

T O P Q U O T E S

Testimony from Experts

We welcomed an eclectic range of experts from different backgrounds and industries to engage with our Fellows, act as Judges for the pitch round, and deliver insightful talks on their specialist topic. Hear what they had to say about the Global Summit:

Summit Sustainability

85.1% of CO2e OFFSET

Venue

• Wagenhallen’s rich history and cultural contribution to Stuttgart, along with its commitment to sustainable events, made it the perfect choice for our inaugural Global Summit.

• 100% of energy renewably sourced.

• 90% of meals were vegetarian/vegan with locally sourced ingredients.

Accommodation

• B&B HOTELS is committed to Corporate Social Responsibility and is SOCOTEC-certified for sustainability. Their dedication to positive social and environmental impact led us to choose B&B for our fellows and staff accommodation.

• 100% of energy renewably sourced.

• Zero single-plastic use hotel.

G A L L E R Y

Snapshot

Celebrating an intergenerational gathering
Experience the Global Summit through our official photographs of the most memorable and important moments.

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2024 beVisioneers Global Summit

Check out all the Fellows and Experts who attended our Global Summit 2024:

Vital Insights from Experts and Innovation Leaders

Bilha Ndirangu

Dr. Krithi K. Karanth

Chinedu Agbara

Lawrence Brenninkmeyer

Lukas Kircher

"It really had the air of something special and that is growing. I was blown away by the fellows, the startups, the impact they want to create, and see them exchange with companies, impact funds, non profits."

"Being a jury member was a really great experience. There were just so many people who are passionate about what they are doing. It was really hard to decide."

"Bringing these two groups together is mutually beneficial. It's very hard for entrepreneurs to get access to resources and conversely it's very hard for established companies to get access to strong pools of entrepreneurs like these. beVisioneers is a fantastic vehicle to do that."

"It's been really incredible to see how people around the world are tackling solutions to the climate crisis, especially the young people and giving them the platform to do that work."

"It's been great to be able to represent myself from a rural community and connect that in a global situation here. I gathered as much feedback as I can so my project makes sense for indigenous people whilst connecting to the global community."

"There were a lot of insights and takeaways. Sometimes I couldn't believe I am in the same room with these amazing individuals who accomplished and created impact so much!"

"It has been very intense and exciting. Meeting the people behind the projects has been a highlight. We know each other mostly through a screen. It's been really great to meet them, and the beVisioneers team and experts."

"My highlight has been connecting with all of the Visioneers. Understanding that they are people who feel the same way I feel about sustainability, acting with integrity. I thought I would be tired after the journey to get here but I am getting so much energy from everyone."