Welcome Karim!
This is your Bits & Pretzels Journey
Karim Jalbout
Managing Partner, Konstellation Advisory
About:

Karim Jalbout is the Managing Director of Konstellation Advisory, a boutique firm that helps organisations scale through leadership assessments, executive search, coaching and fundraising. He partners with Founders and CEOs backed by private equity and venture capital, including Eurazeo, TA Associates, Ethos Capital, KKR, Soho Square, and Creandum. Karim previously served as Chief People Officer at Lilium, a NASDAQ-listed eVTOL company, and spent 11 years at Egon Zehnder as a Partner leading the private equity technology practice. His career began in marketing and commercial roles at Diageo and Sony Ericsson. An active moderator, he has interviewed influential leaders including Michelle Obama and Amal Clooney, plus founders and CEOs from Signal, Hugging Face, Uber, Datadog, Twitter and AMD. He is an active angel investor with 20+ early-stage companies and a board member of LIFE (a Lebanese non‑profit).

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.
8:30 am to 10:00 am
Invite-only VIP Breakfast at Oktoberfest
The Breakfast is taking place at the one and only, legendary "Teufelsrad"! This isn't just a breakfast – the historic venue embodies Bavarian tradition, offering you a unique glimpse into Oktoberfest's joyful spirit. Please note: the Table Captain Breakfast is invite-only, no +1s allowed. Important: the Breakfast requires registration via the invitation; this is not a confirmation.
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.
4:35 pm - 5:35 pm
Building a Modern Empire - Steven Bartlett in conversation
What does it truly take to build a multi-million-dollar business empire, disrupt the media landscape, and stay grounded in a world driven by hyper-growth and algorithms? You ask the entrepreneur who rewrote the rules of modern leadership. Steven Bartlett—founder, investor, and host of the world’s second-largest host-led podcast "The Diary of a CEO" —takes us far behind the polished headlines of success. This conversation is an unfiltered deep dive into Steven’s universe and the raw realities of entrepreneurship. From the unspoken pressure, doubts, and failures to the resilience, mental health, and ambition required to keep going. Get ready for an incredibly honest session on what it really means to grow as a person while building a global legacy.
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Bits & Pretzels Speaker Dinner @ Käfer Feinkostladen
The evening promises high-level networking in an exceptional setting, complemented by exquisite cuisine. We are delighted to host the dinner at the iconic Käfer Feinkostladen, one of Munich’s most renowned culinary institutions, and look forward to welcoming you for a memorable evening.
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

Share it on social media to announce your role at Bits & Pretzels 2026 and tag #Bits26. If you want to get the most out of this, here are our tips to boost reach & engagement:

  • Add the Hashtag #bits26 and mention @Bits&Pretzels so we can 
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

Upload Guidelines for Presentations
- Format: 16:9 (Full HD / 1920 × 1080 px)
- 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