Rainer Neske
CEO
LBBW
13–14 Nov 2026 Frankfurt School, Frankfurt am Main
Edge of Equilibrium – FS Business Forum 2026, 13–14 November, Frankfurt
Balancing freedom, growth & security: two days of keynotes, panels and workshops with leaders from business, finance and politics. Balancing freedom, growth & security: two days of keynotes, panels and workshops.
Last year: 700+ participants from 10+ universities.
Previous speakers from UniCredit · Morgan Stanley · thyssenkrupp · BNP Paribas
FS Business Forum in numbers
- 700+participants in 2025
- 40+speakers in 2025
- 10+universities in 2025
- 7editions so far
Partners 2026
About the event
Two days that open doors
Hear from decision-makers, get hands-on experience with partner companies and build your network – two days at Frankfurt School.
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Keynotes & panels
Leaders from business, finance and politics on stage, debating this year’s theme.
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Workshops
Hands-on sessions with our partner companies – small groups, real cases.
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Networking & recruiting
Get to know partner companies and their teams, and connect with speakers and fellow students.
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Coffee chats & wine tasting
Small-group formats – coffee chats, an alumni roundtable and a wine tasting. Limited seats, apply as a ticket holder.
Line-up
Speakers 2026
The first speakers are confirmed. More names from business, finance and politics follow in waves.
Stefan Wintels
CEO
KfW Bankengruppe
Stefan Rühl
Managing Director Banken & Investment
Deutsche Vermögensberatung (DVAG)
Carsten Brzeski
Global Head of Macro Research & Chief Eurozone Economist
ING
Want to hear them live?
Get TicketsWith the support of
Partners 2026
The companies that make FS Business Forum 2026 possible.
Platinum · Industry Partners
Gold Partner
Unternehmen der Schwarz Gruppe
Von der Produktion über den Handel bis hin zu Recycling und Digitalisierung schaffen wir Lösungen, die das Leben gesünder und sicherer machen. Das tun wir gemeinsam mit unseren 604.000 Mitarbeitern, unseren Stakeholdern und Partnern – mit einer klaren Vision: das führende Ökosystem für ein besseres Leben.
Voraushandeln statt nur Vorausdenken – die Unternehmen der Schwarz Gruppe.
We exist to make life better – today and for generations to come. So, we don’t wait for challenges to become problems. We seize opportunities and act ahead. From production and retail to recycling and digitization, we create solutions that make life more sustainable, healthier and more secure. And we do this alongside our 604,000 employees, our stakeholders and our partners pursuing our clear vision: the leading ecosystem for a better life.
Acting Ahead rather than just thinking ahead – the companies of Schwarz Group.
Silver Partner
Corporate Partner
Privatize
Event Partners
GÖNRGY
MBG
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Orthomol
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Longines
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Emmi Caffè Latte
Upsters
More partners to be announced.
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Tickets & pricing
Tickets 2026
Secure your seat for 13–14 November at Frankfurt School.
One ticket · both days
FS Business Forum 2026 Ticket
- Access to all keynotes and panels on both days
- Catering and networking formats
- Goodie bag
- Apply for workshops, the alumni roundtable, coffee chats and the wine tasting (limited seats)
€29.99
Current price incl. VAT · secure checkout via Eventbrite
Get TicketsPast editions
Impressions
A look back at previous editions of the FS Business Forum at Frankfurt School.
Previously on our stage
Andrea OrcelCEO, UniCredit
André MunkeltCEO, Morgan Stanley Europe
Miguel Ángel López BorregoCEO, thyssenkrupp
Maika JahnCOO, Member of Management Board, BlackRock
Thomas de MaizièreFormer Federal Minister of the Interior and Defence (CDU)
Bettina Stark-WatzingerFormer Federal Minister for Education and Research (FDP)
Marco BuschmannFormer Federal Minister of Justice (FDP)
Brian HeathConsul General, United States, Frankfurt
Christian DürrParliamentary Group Leader, FDP, German Bundestag
Frank VogelCEO, BNP Paribas CIB Germany
Franz Josef JungFormer Federal Minister of Defence (CDU)
Jack NasherNegotiation Advisor & Author
Good to know
FAQ
Who can attend?
The FS Business Forum is open to students from all universities as well as young professionals. You don’t need to be enrolled at Frankfurt School.
What’s included in my ticket?
Your ticket includes access to all keynotes and panels on both days, plus catering and networking formats, and a goodie bag. Workshops, the alumni roundtable, coffee chats and the wine tasting have limited capacity and require a separate application – ticket holders will receive details in advance.
How do I buy tickets?
Tickets are sold via Eventbrite. Choose “Get Tickets”, select your ticket and pay securely online – your e-ticket arrives by email.
Get TicketsWhat language(s) will sessions be held in?
Sessions will be held in both German and English – each session’s language will be marked on the timetable.
Is there a dress code?
Yes – business casual is required. Collared shirts or blouses, chinos or suit trousers, and smart, clean shoes. Jeans, t-shirts and sportswear are not allowed. When in doubt, dress up rather than down.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs, feel free to reach out in advance so we can make sure everything’s arranged.
How do I get there?
The forum takes place at Frankfurt School of Finance & Management, Adickesallee 32–34, 60322 Frankfurt am Main. See When & Where for maps.
When & Where
Fri 13 – Sat 14 November 2026
Frankfurt School of Finance & ManagementAdickesallee 32–34
60322 Frankfurt am Main
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Contact
Questions about tickets or the programme? Write to info@fs-businessforum.com