Welcome Magdalena!
This is your Bits & Pretzels Journey
Magdalena Oehl
Co-Founder, TalentRocket
About:

Magdalena Oehl is an entrepreneur and co-founder of TalentRocket, Germany’s leading career platform for legal professionals. After studying law and communications in parallel, she co-founded the HR tech company with Yacine Coco. Today, TalentRocket is a profitable and established business, using AI-powered matching and data-driven recruiting to connect talent and employers. Her work focuses on how artificial intelligence is transforming work and society, the future of entrepreneurship, and the skills people need to thrive in an increasingly technology-driven economy. Oehl serves as Vice Chair of the German Startup Association and, until 2024, chaired the Young Digital Economy Advisory Board, advising Federal Minister Dr. Robert Habeck on digital transformation. She is also Vice Chair of Startup Teens, where she promotes entrepreneurial education, AI literacy and future skills among young people. Her work has received numerous recognitions: she was named European Woman of Legal Tech, selected for Capital magazine’s Top 40 Under 40, included by Business Punk among the “101 People Who Will Shape 2025”, and named one of Germany’s “25 Women Shaping the Future” by Business Insider. In 2026, she was also recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice. Her book Zukunft im Widerspruch – wie Deutschland sich neu erfinden muss (“Future in Contradiction – How Germany Must Reinvent Itself”) was published in 2024 and reached both the Spiegel and manager magazin bestseller lists.

Ticket Category:  VIP
Monday, September 29th - Conference Day 1
10:15 AM - 11:05 AM I Visionaries Stage
Tuesday, September 30th - Conference Day 2
4:35 PM - 5:25 PM I Inspiration Stage

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.
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