Welcome Coraline!

This is your Bits & Pretzels Journey

Coraline Bardinat

Managing Director France, PIABO Communications

About:

Coraline Bardinat is a global communications strategist with 17+ years of experience helping innovative companies break into complex markets, especially France. As Managing Director of PIABO Communications France, she advises high-growth startups, investors, and international brands on how to build trust, visibility, and influence through strategic communications. Coraline has led campaigns in 30+ countries across Europe, North America and Africa, managed PR for events with 1,000+ journalists, and helped clients reach audiences of over 40 million in the French market alone. From Web3 to fintech and B2B tech, she brings a rare blend of local insight and global perspective to help build culturally relevant and impactful strategies. With her strategic, results-driven approach, Coraline helps founders turn communications into a real growth driver, from market entry to media strategy.

Ticket Category: VIP

Monday, September 29th - Conference Day 1

2.35 PM - 3.20 PM I Masterclass Room B

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.

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Your Agenda

Monday, September 29th, Conference Day 1

Time

8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Conference Day 1

Immerse yourself in a day filled with visionary keynotes, hands-on masterclasses, and exclusive networking opportunities.

2:35 PM - 3:20 PM

Successfully expanding across markets: How communications can help you get it right Insights from France

Expanding into a new market is a major milestone for any founder - and a high-stakes one. Success isn’t just about the right product, but about earning trust. The good news? A smart communications strategy can build that trust fast - if you get it right. In this session, we’ll share practical, founder-focused insights using France as a case study. Why France? As one of Europe’s biggest and most complex markets, it offers rich lessons in how messaging, media, and cultural understanding shape a successful launch. We’ll cover: ● Key questions to ask before launching ● How to read local context—and why it matters ● Using data to inform, not overwhelm ● Building a comms strategy for growth ● Where to start: PR, corporate comms, social ● How media builds trust and credibility Because success isn’t just about scaling—it’s about showing you get it.

6:45 PM to 11:00 PM

VIP Dinner at Schottenhamel, Oktoberfest

Enjoy our unique VIP Dinner Experience. At the heart of Oktoberfest, where tradition and innovation collide in the oldest of all tents. Please note: the VIP Dinner is invite-only, no +1s allowed. Important: Dinner requires registration via the invitation; this is not a confirmation.

Tuesday, September 30th, Conference Day 2

Time

8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Conference Day 2

Experience deep-dive discussions, interactive panel talks, and curated matchmaking sessions that bring together the brightest minds in business and innovation.

5:30 PM to 9:30 PM

VIP Dinner at Teatro-Spiegelzelt

The evening promises high-level networking in an exceptional venue, accompanied by exquisite cuisine. Please note: the VIP Dinner is invite-only, no +1s allowed. Important: Dinner requires registration via the invitation; this is not a confirmation.

Wednesday, October 1st, Oktoberfest Day

Time

10:00 AM to 11:45 AM

Table Captain Networking (optional)

The final day of Bits & Pretzels takes place at the original Munich Oktoberfest - in the Schottenhamel tent, exclusively reserved for our community of founders, investors, and leaders. Thousands connect here over Bavarian spirit and entrepreneurial drive.

10:45 AM to 11:30 AM

Table Captain Networking: Round 1

The first 45 minutes of Networking. Afterwards there is a 15 minute break for the attendees to switch tables.

11:45 AM to 12:30 AM

Table Captain Networking: Round 2

The guests should have rotated their table by now, the second round of Networking starts.

Social Media Graphics

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Social Media Posts - LinkedIn

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Social Media Posts - Speaking Slot

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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 24.09.2025

Upload Guidelines for Presentations

If you have a presentation, please ensure that you submit your materials/files in a single zip folder containing the following:

1. Presentation File:

Keynote file 16:9 (1920x1080px) or PowerPoint file (.pptx, 1920x1080px).
Please make sure all fonts and videos are embedded within the file, if applicable.

2. PDF File:

A PDF version of your presentation with all fonts embedded.

3. Fonts:

Any custom fonts used in your presentation (please include the font files).

4. Videos:

All videos included in the presentation must also be provided separately.
Format: 16:9 aspect ratio, 1920x1080px (Full HD).
File type: MP4 or .m4v.

Deadline: All presentation materials must be submitted no later than September 24, 2025.
This is necessary to allow our technical team to review and test the presentations in advance.