HR Leadership Pathwayz Conference 2025

About the HR Leadership Pathwayz Conference 2025

Redefining HR Leadership in a Globalized World

For years, The Pathwayz Group has been a part of some of the most notable HR conferences around the world. It’s been a joy to learn and experience HR leadership through these events….but we have always thought there could be more. More connection, more action-focused, more strategic, more….fun. We’ve always thought that HR leadership events could be better…and we’re doing something about it. 

Join The Pathwayz Group as we host our HR Leadership Pathwayz Conference 2025! This is not just another conference—it’s an experience designed exclusively for HR executives shaping the future of work on an international scale.

On May 26-27, 2025, in Berlin, Germany, this exclusive two-day event brings together 100 senior HR leaders and executives to explore global HR leadership's most pressing challenges and game-changing opportunities.

Why This Summit?

🚀 A High-Caliber Audience – Attendees are all in an HR executive position, ensuring deep, meaningful conversations with HR decision-makers from across the globe.

🎤 Beyond Traditional Conferences Design – No long-winded keynotes. Expect interactive panel discussions, 1:1 interviews, roundtables, and hands-on facilitation that go beyond theory and into real-world impact.

📖 Strategy-Driven & Action-Oriented – Attendees receive a custom workbook filled with frameworks, guiding questions, and actionable strategies they can implement immediately within their organizations.

🌍 A Global Perspective – Designed for international HR leaders, this event provides cutting-edge insights into AI, performance management, workforce transformation, and HR technology innovation—all through a global lens.

🤝 Meaningful Networking & Collaboration – With just 100 invite-only attendees, you’ll have planned opportunities to engage, collaborate, and build powerful connections with HR leaders who understand your challenges and goals.

Key Topics We’ll Explore Together

✔ HR’s Role in Board-Level Decision Making ✔ AI & The Employee Lifecycle – Harnessing AI to elevate the employee experience ✔ Rethinking Global Performance Management – Moving beyond outdated models ✔ Building a Global EVP (Employee Value Proposition) ✔ Transitioning Legacy Systems to Modern HR Tech ✔ Upskilling for the Future Workforce ✔ Succession Planning and Leadership Development ✔ Unconference Topic Building 

Speakers

• Amber Vanderburg - Founder, Leadership Consultant | The Pathwayz Group

• Britta Muehlenberg - Chief Operating Officer | Acrolinx

• Sabrina Kosse - Head of People and Culture | Intermate

• Meg Telson - Head of People Services | GetYourGuide

• Vlad Bog - Global Managing Partner | Talent Chess Game

• Anton Zotin - Organizational Coach, Trainer, Facilitator | #agileism by Anton Zotin

• Anica Willmann - Organizational Culture & Diversity Manager | Samsung Semiconductor

• Nina Haber - Head of University | SumUp

• Ayca Gruesshaber - Human Resources Director | Kantar

• Hakim Aoua - Head of Talent Acquisition South Europe | Wipro

• Cliff Hazell - Founder and Director | Cognician Group

• John Rosen - Leadership Facilitator | The Pathwayz Group

• Kristina Pysla - Director, People Success | Navan

Hosted by The Pathwayz Group & Amber Vanderburg

Backed by The Pathwayz Group and led by Amber Vanderburg, this summit is built with a singular focus—to empower HR leaders with the strategies, tools, and networks needed to elevate their impact.

Seats are limited to 100 executives.

Venue

The Ahoy! Berlin Advantage – A Venue as Bold as Your Ideas

Forget stuffy conference halls and cookie-cutter hotel ballrooms — the HR Leadership Pathwayz Conference is taking place at Ahoy! Berlin, a vibrant coworking and innovation space that reflects the spirit of modern HR leadership.

Located in the heart of Berlin’s creative tech scene, Ahoy! Berlin is more than just a venue — it's a hub for innovation, collaboration, and fresh thinking. Housed in a converted industrial building, the Starboard – West Wing offers an inspiring atmosphere with open layouts, high ceilings, sleek design elements, and an energetic vibe that sparks conversation and creativity.

This is not your typical hotel venue. It’s a space where startups launch, tech leaders collaborate, and thought-provoking conversations happen every day — making it the perfect backdrop for exploring the future of work, people, and leadership.

With natural light flooding the rooms, comfortable lounge areas, and modern event tech, Ahoy! is built for meaningful interaction and agile learning. You’ll feel more like you’re joining a creative movement than attending a traditional conference.

Ahoy! Berlin

Address: Wattstraße 11, 13355 Berlin

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Parking Options:

• On-Site Parking: Ahoy! Berlin offers limited on-site parking facilities.

• Street Parking: Metered street parking is available in the surrounding area. Be sure to check local signage for parking regulations and time limits.​

• Nearby Parking Garages: Several public parking garages are located within walking distance of the venue. Utilizing a parking app or navigation system can help identify the most convenient options.​

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Recommended Hotels Nearby:

1. Hotel AMANO Grand Central

   Located near Berlin Hauptbahnhof, this hotel provides easy access to various parts of the city and features contemporary design, meeting facilities, and a rooftop bar.

2. Adina Apartment Hotel Berlin Mitte

   Just minutes away from Berlin Hauptbahnhof, this hotel offers spacious apartments with kitchen facilities, ideal for longer stays, and includes amenities like a fitness center and meeting rooms. 

3. Mercure Hotel Berlin City

   Located in the Mitte district, this hotel offers comfortable accommodations with modern amenities and is within walking distance to public transport options, facilitating easy travel to the conference venue.