2024-11-11 13:05:00
From November 18th to 21st, 2024, a very special stage will once again be prepared for public procurement law. An academy, top-class executive talks and the presentation of the Schiefer Awards at the MAK are among the highlights.
After the successful premiere last year, Austria’s top public procurement law firm Schiefer Rechtsanwälte is inviting you to the Schiefer Festival again this year. Four days are dedicated to public procurement law and feature several program highlights that focus on the creative power and future relevance of public procurement.
From Monday to Wednesday the focus is on knowledge transfer, stimulating discussions and networking: as part of the open Schiefer Academy The law firm invites all interested parties to carefully curated specialist lectures on the topics that are currently most concerning to the procurement world: compliance, construction & infrastructure as well as AI & digitalization.
In the evening, the discussion format continues in the specially created location “The Bar – powered by Schiefer Gin”: three top-class speakers and from the press moderated Executive Talks are the highlight of the first days of the festival. The discussion begins with the topic “What is the state allowed to do, where does the freedom of the individual end?” Does the end justify all means?” on Monday, November 18, 2024. The following day, the panel will address the question “Infrastructure NOW! We haven’t finished building yet?! What needs to be built, when, where and how.” The finale of the Executive Talks deals with the highly topical topic: “What can and must digitalization & AI be able to do for research, health and business?” – this will take place on Wednesday, November 20th, 2024. Afterwards, guests have the opportunity to chat over drinks and finger food and end the evening.
The undoubted highlight of the event series is Presentation of the Slate Awards: These will be awarded in five categories on Thursday as part of a celebratory gala evening in the MAK’s colonnade: social, innovation, governance, ecology and digitalization. The event will be moderated by ZIB anchorwoman Nadja Bernhard. The German-Iranian ARD journalist and presenter Natalie Amiri provides thought-provoking ideas with a keynote speech.
“The aim of the evening is to inspire and encourage our guests and to show the almost endless possibilities of public procurement law“, says host Martin Schiefer. And there is a need for action: “The crises are omnipresent: Austria in recession, environmental disasters and, on top of that, ongoing inflation – too many problems, too much complexity. However, there are solutions to all of these challenges. Anyone who looks at home and abroad without prejudice and with open eyes will find many proven models and blueprints for sustainable business – including on our stage.”
All information about the Schiefer Festival as well as registration options for the Schiefer Academy and the Executive Talks can be found here: www.schiefer-festspiele.at
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About Slate Lawyers
Schiefer Rechtsanwälte is the top public procurement law firm in Austria with headquarters in Vienna and additional locations in Salzburg, Graz, Klagenfurt and St. Pölten. The 50-strong team of experts led by partners Martin Schiefer and Maria Troger has set itself the task of rethinking procurement law: strategically, innovatively and regionally. The firm’s clients include prominent clients as well as decision-makers from politics, administration and the private sector. Schiefer Rechtsanwälte advises and supports tenders with a high reputational risk in the areas of digitalization & innovation, information & communication technology, health & social affairs, construction & infrastructure projects, mobility, energy supply and compliance. Martin Schiefer has been at the top of all relevant ratings for years and was once again voted “Leading Individual” in the Austrian public procurement law scene.
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**Interview with Dr. Thomas Schiefer, Founder of Schiefer Rechtsanwälte**
**Editor:** Dr. Schiefer, thank you for joining us today. The Schiefer Festival is returning this November. Can you tell us a bit about what attendees can expect?
**Dr. Schiefer:** Thank you for having me! We’re excited for this year’s festival, which runs from November 18th to 21st. Attendees can anticipate a robust program that combines insightful lectures, stimulating discussions, and ample networking opportunities. The focus will be on crucial areas like compliance, infrastructure development, and the impact of AI and digitalization on public procurement law.
**Editor:** It sounds like a comprehensive lineup. What are some of the key discussions that you believe will resonate with participants?
**Dr. Schiefer:** Absolutely! One of the highlights will be our Executive Talks. We’ll delve into pressing questions such as the balance between state power and individual freedom, the urgency of infrastructure development, and the transformative role that digitalization and AI can play in sectors like health and business. We aim to foster deep discussions that not only inform but inspire action among our attendees.
**Editor:** I understand that the Slate Awards will also be a significant feature of the festival. Can you tell us more about this?
**Dr. Schiefer:** Yes, the Slate Awards are indeed the crowning event of the festival. We will be celebrating excellence in five categories: social, innovation, governance, ecology, and digitalization. It’s our way of recognizing outstanding achievements in public procurement. We’re eager to see how these awards will highlight innovative practices and set benchmarks for the future.
**Editor:** The festival seems like a mix of serious discussions and a celebratory atmosphere. What do you hope attendees will take away from the event?
**Dr. Schiefer:** Our goal is to inspire and motivate our guests to see public procurement law not just as a framework for compliance, but as a potent tool for fostering innovation and addressing societal challenges. We want them to leave with new perspectives, valuable connections, and a renewed enthusiasm for their work in the field.
**Editor:** what makes this festival distinct from similar events in the area?
**Dr. Schiefer:** What sets the Schiefer Festival apart is our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all stakeholders involved in public procurement. From industry leaders to newcomers, our program is designed to cater to a diverse audience. Plus, the unique combination of academic rigor, practical insights, and a celebratory gala makes it a truly special occasion.
**Editor:** Thank you, Dr. Schiefer, for sharing these insights. We look forward to the Schiefer Festival and the conversations it will spark!
**Dr. Schiefer:** Thank you! We look forward to welcoming everyone to this exciting event.
