Welcome Anne!
This is your Bits & Pretzels Journey
Anne Decker
Co-Founder & CEO
About:

Anne Decker is co-founder of eigenmind, a deep tech company builder and pre-seed investor. Based on many years of experience in the industry, with n8shyft their first physical ai product is currently in development. Together with her team, she works with startups and Mittelstand companies to integrate technologies – with a specific focus on AI and robotics – effectively into day-to-day operations and to rethink digital products. She knows how to bridge the gab between Mittelstand and deep tech startups firsthand: as Managing Director of the company builder wattx (Viessmann) and as part of the leadership team of Maschinenraum, she has guided numerous mid-sized companies and startups in developing and launching innovative technology products. Before that, Anne worked in strategy consulting as well as in impact investing.

Ticket Category:  VIP
Monday, September 29th - Conference Day 1
Tuesday, September 30th - Conference Day 2

Briefings

In the briefing, you’ll receive all essential information about the event and its surroundings — everything you need to feel well-prepared and confident throughout the experience.

Your Agenda

Monday, September 28th, Conference Day 1
Time
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Conference Day I
Immerse yourself in a day filled with visionary keynotes, hands-on masterclasses, and exclusive networking opportunities.
Tuesday, September 29th, Conference Day 2
Time
9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Conference Day II
Experience deep-dive discussions, interactive panel talks, and curated matchmaking sessions that bring together the brightest minds in business and innovation.
09:30 AM - 01:45 PM
CIO AI Summit Stage
11:18AM - 11:46AM
Industrial AI is where Europe can win — quietly, structurally, and at scale
Why industrial and B2B AI plays by different rules than consumer AI How Europe’s Mittelstand, industrial champions, and regulated markets create defensible AI moats Why Industrial AI is less about models — and more about data ownership, process depth, and integration reality How CIOs and CAIOs can turn legacy systems and complexity into strategic advantage What role European startups, accelerators, and ecosystems play in operationalising Industrial AI
02:45 pm - 04:30 pm
Startup & Corporate Collaboration Stage
10:00 am - 04:00 pm
CIO AI Summit: Roundtables
04:30 pm
CIO & Founder Reception, hosted by Dr. Fabian Mehring
06:30 pm to 0:30 am
CIO AI Summit Dinner
The evening promises high-level networking, accompanied by bavarian tradition at the Oktoberfest. Please note: the CIO AI Summit Dinner is invite-only, no +1s allowed, please register via your invitation. Important: Dinner requires registration via the invitation; this is not a confirmation.
Wednesday, September 30th, Oktoberfest Day
Time
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Table Captain Networking
This is your moment to showcase your expertise and receive valuable insights from the attendees, sparking new ideas and connections.

Social Media Graphics

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interact with your content.
  • Mention any fellow speaker/table captains who are also attending
  • Mention what companies/people you are excited to meet at Bits

Social Media Posts - LinkedIn

Social Media Posts - Speaking Slot

Your Ticket

Your ticket grants access to all three days of the event.
Please use the exclusive VIP/Speaker check-in at Entrance West (badge collection with ticket + valid ID).
Note: short waiting times may occur on Monday morning.

Your Presentation - deadline 23.09.2026

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- Accepted Files: .key, .pptx, or .pdf
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Requirements: All fonts and videos must be embedded in the file.

Deadline: All presentation materials must be submitted no later than September 23, 2026.
This is necessary to allow our technical team to review and test the presentations in advance.
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More for You

Hotel

We’ve taken care of your accomodation — enjoy a comfortable stay at one of our selected partner hotels near the venue.

Shuttle

Enjoy complimentary shuttle service between the conference and event venues — reserved for our VIP guests.

Tracht

We’ve got your traditional bavarian attire covered — find all details here about your Dirndl or Lederhosen.

Your Contact Person

Maria Laura Valdivieso Vélez

Program and Speaker Management

Christine Bruckschlögl

Senior Manager Speaker Operations