European Women's Management Development International Network
7/4/2026
This is the series for EWMD Forum's monthly board meeting.
Location: Zurich Central Station, SBB-Restaurant
Zurich 8001
7/4/2026
This is our monthly networking event allowing you to get in contact with the EWMD Forum board members face to face.
Every first Tuesday of a month we meet at 7.30pm at the group meeting point in the middle of the great hall of Zurich Central Station (the one where you find the protecting angel of Niki de Saint Phalle). We then decide together where to go to have a drink and inspiring discussions. The place will be chosen in a way that allows you to also have a snack (but no "full dinner").
Feel free to register at any time in advance.
Location: Group meeting point in the middle of the great hall in Zurich Central Station
Zürich 8001
7/4/2026
We have heard your questions and concerns about our annual international conference in Istanbul - and we want to address them openly.
Given the evolving situation in the region, the Management Board would like to invite all members to a dedicated Q&A session where you can ask questions, share your concerns, and hear directly from us.
We look forward to an open and honest conversation.
Tuesday, April 7th | 6:00 PM CET - register to receive the link!
This session is open to all members.
Warm regards,
The Management Board
Location: Online via Zoom
8/4/2026
Die Stabübergabe in einem Unternehmen ist weit mehr als ein rein formaler Akt – sie ist ein emotionaler und strategischer Meilenstein. Wie gelingt es, Bewährtes zu bewahren und gleichzeitig Raum für Neues zu schaffen?
Wir freuen uns sehr, dass unsere EWMD-Kollegin Gerti Schatzdorfer-Wölfel uns an diesem Abend ihr aktuelles Buch „Nachfolge gestalten“ vorstellt.
In einer exklusiven Lesung gibt sie Einblicke in ihre persönlichen Erfahrungen und beleuchtet die Facetten der Unternehmensnachfolge – von der Loslass-Kompetenz der Übergebenden bis zum Mut der Nachfolgenden.
Ort: Das Landhof, Pummererstraße 4a, 4020 Linz
Achtung, wir treffen uns bereits um 18:00 Uhr zum Get-together und um 18:30 beginnt der Clubabend!
Über unsere Autorin:
Gertrude Schatzdorfer-Wölfels Werdegang ist das Paradebeispiel für eine erfolgreiche Frauenkarriere in der Technik und eine gelungene Unternehmensnachfolge:
- Der Einstieg (1980er): Obwohl sie den väterlichen Betrieb ursprünglich nicht übernehmen wollte, stieg sie in das Familienunternehmen Schatzdorfer Gerätebau ein.
- Die Übernahme (1993): Sie übernahm die Geschäftsführung und wurde Alleineigentümerin des Metalltechnik-Betriebs in Zipf. Unter ihrer Leitung wuchs das Unternehmen auf rund 90 Mitarbeiter.
- Die Visionärin: Sie positionierte sich früh als Expertin für modernen Führungsstil und HR-Themen, was ihr zahlreiche Preise einbrachte.
- Die Übergabe (seit 2023/24): Nach Jahrzehnten an der Spitze leitete sie den Generationenwechsel ein und übergab die operative Leitung an ihre Tochter, Marlene Schatzdorfer.
- Heute: Sie ist als „Unruheständlerin“ aktiv und teilt ihr Wissen als Autorin, Speakerin und Podcasterin („Ich hab’ noch was zu sagen!“), wobei sie vor allem Frauen in der Wirtschaft ermutigt.
Location: Das Landhof
Pummererstraße 4a
Linz 4020
Auf unserem Event werden Bilder und evtl. auch kurze Filmaufnahmen gemacht, bei denen du evtl. auch im Bild bist. Diese können von EWMD z.B. auf der Webseite oder in sozialen Medien verwendet werden. Durch die Registrierung zur Veranstaltung erklärst du dein Einverständnis zur Verwendung der Bilder.
Wenn du damit nicht einverstanden bist, spreche uns bitte bei der Registrierung vor Ort an!
8/4/2026 - 8/4/2026
EWMD Chapter Salzburg lädt ein:
DEMOKRATIE JA, ein Abend mit Dr. Sieglinde Rosenberger
Termin: 08.04.2026
STERNBRÄU /Salzburg – FESTUNGSAAL
Beginn : 18:00 Uhr
Gemeinsam mit dem EWMD Chapter Salzburg und dank der Unterstützung von Frauenrat und Sternbräu laden wir euch herzlich zu unserer Vortrags- und Dialogrunde „Demokratie JA“ ein.
Freut euch auf einen inspirierenden Austausch mit Dr. Sieglinde Rosenberger über ihr Projekt „Demokratie JA“ – und darüber, wie Dialog im öffentlichen Raum gelingen kann.
Gerade in Zeiten wie diesen ist es wichtiger denn je, zuzuhören, voneinander zu lernen und gemeinsam zu reflektieren:
Was bedeutet Demokratie für uns – und welchen Beitrag kann jede Einzelne leisten?
Wir freuen uns sehr auf diesen besonderen Abend und den persönlichen Austausch mit euch.
Moderation: Dr. Brigit Buchinger, EWMD Salzburg
Im Anschluss an den formellen Teil der Veranstaltung besteht die Möglichkeit, den Abend in entspannter Atmosphäre gemeinsam ausklingen zu lassen. Speisen und Getränke sind dabei individuell zu bezahlen.
Wir freuen uns auf euer/Ihr Kommen
Vorstand EWMD Chapter Salzburg
Location: Sternbräu, Festungssaal
Griesgasse 23
Salzburg, Sa 5020
Registration ends on 7/4/2026
14/4/2026
Innehalten ist keine Schwäche – es ist Strategie
Wann hast du zuletzt wirklich abgeschaltet? Nicht kurz zwischen zwei Meetings, sondern richtig?
In unserem nächsten Chapter-Abend laden wir dich ein, genau das zu tun – und dabei etwas Unerwartetes zu entdecken: dass Verlangsamen, Verbinden und bewusstes Nähren keine Gegensätze zur Leistung sind. Sondern ihre Grundlage.
Petra Paumann, Expertin für TCM und integrative Ernährung, führt uns durch einen marokkanischen Kochabend – und durch die Frage, was traditionelle Heilweisheit uns über Energie, Balance und Resilienz beibringen kann. Dinge, die uns als Frauen in Business-Rollen täglich beschäftigen, ob wir sie so benennen oder nicht.
Wir kochen gemeinsam, essen gemeinsam – und reden offen. Nur unter uns.
Termin: Dienstag, 14. April 2026, pünktlich um 18:00 Uhr
Ort: Glashausküche, Mitterweg 15, 1110 Wien
Dauer: ca. 4 Stunden
Kosten: € 65,- für Wien-Mitglieder (das Chapter Wien übernimmt die restlichen 50%) / Mitglieder anderer Chapters € 129,-
Bitte Kostenbeitrag überweisen auf das Konto von EWMD AUSTRIA Regionalgruppe WIEN AT562011100006415318 mit dem Text „DEIN NAME April 2026“
Plätze sind begrenzt – und das ist Absicht. Dieser Abend ist für Frauen, die sich kennen, vertrauen und ehrlich miteinander sein wollen.
Ein Abfrage unser Menü betreffend mit den Themen: Unverträglichkeiten, Allergien, Anzahl Vegetarisch / Fleisch beim Marokkanischem Couscous kommt via WhatsApp.
Vorab Info zu unserer Expertin Petra Paumann: - www.petrapaumann.at
Location: Glashausküche
Mitterweg 15
Wien 1110
22/4/2026
Working Smarter with Microsoft Copilot: Practical AI for Everyday Work
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the way we work. But how can you integrate AI into your daily tasks in a meaningful and responsible way?
In line with EWMD’s 2026 motto “Now. Build. Tomorrow. Together.”, this intensive one-day training invites participants to explore how AI can already support the way we work today while building the skills needed for the future of work.
During this practical training, participants will learn how to use Microsoft Copilot effectively within their everyday professional environment. Through concrete examples, clear prompt techniques and realistic business scenarios, you will discover how Copilot can become a valuable assistant across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
The focus of the training is hands-on learning and practical application. By the end of the day, participants will not only understand what Copilot can do, but also how to use it confidently and purposefully for their own work context.
Training objective
This training enables participants to use Microsoft Copilot confidently, efficiently and responsibly within their daily work environment. You will learn how to formulate effective prompts, understand the capabilities and limitations of AI tools, and apply Copilot in real business situations to increase productivity and support everyday tasks.
During the session you will work with Copilot in several Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Forms and Loop, mainly through the web interface where Copilot is optimized.
Key topics
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Understanding what Microsoft Copilot is – and what it is not
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Using Copilot across Microsoft 365 applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
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Structuring, summarizing and improving business content with AI
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Analyzing and preparing data with Copilot
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Prompt techniques that deliver reliable and useful results
Learning outcomes
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
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Understand what Microsoft Copilot can realistically do today and where its limits are
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Write structured prompts that produce reliable and useful results
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Use Copilot effectively across Microsoft 365 applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams
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As a result, participants will be able to start using Copilot in a focused and meaningful way within their own daily work environment
Target audience
This training is designed for knowledge workers across departments and industries, including specialists, managers, project workers, service professionals and teams already working with Microsoft 365.
Participants should already have, or plan to obtain by April 20th, a Microsoft 365 Copilot license for Work, as the training focuses on the practical use of the tool within the Microsoft environment and Copilot needs to synchronize with your data in order to work effectively during the training.
Requirements to attend the training
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Have a laptop or desktop
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Have an active Copilot license for M365 (separate license - not the regular chat)
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Have a stable internet connection
Trainer
The training will be led by Beate Roos, AI & Beyond Consulting, an expert in practical AI applications for organizations and professionals who want to integrate AI tools responsibly and effectively into their workflows.
Certification
After completing the training, participants will receive a Certificate of Participation issued jointly by AI & Beyond Consulting and EWMD, confirming their newly acquired skills in working with Microsoft Copilot.
Training details
Date: April 22nd, 2026
Time: 09:00 – 17:00 CET (including 1.5 hours of breaks)
Format: Interactive online training via Zoom
Participation fee
The real market value of this intensive professional training is €1200 net (+19% VAT).
As part of EWMD’s commitment to supporting professional development and future-ready skills, we are offering this training to our network at a significantly reduced rate.
EWMD Members can participate for €300 net (+19% VAT). This means our members receive access to a high-level professional training at 75% below the market price, a concrete example of the value EWMD aims to create for its members and their professional growth.
Because we also value the wider EWMD community, we extend a special reduced rate to non-member participants as well. Non-members can join the training for €600 net (+19% VAT), which is 50% below the market price.
Limited seats – secure your spot early
To ensure a highly interactive and hands-on learning experience, the training is limited to only 10 participants.
This small group format allows participants to work directly with the trainer, ask questions, and apply Copilot to real work scenarios throughout the day. Places are therefore very limited and expected to fill quickly.
In case of more than 10 applicants, an additional training date will be announced.
If you want to strengthen your AI skills and learn how to use Microsoft Copilot effectively in your daily work, we encourage you to secure your spot as soon as possible!
Registration is now open!
Registration and payment information
All participants must register via the EWMD website.
EWMD Members will receive the invoice from EWMD International together with the registration confirmation email. Payment is possible via bank transfer.
Non-members will be redirected to AI & Beyond Consulting for payment and fiscal purposes, but must still register via the EWMD website.
Refunds are not possible, but an alternative participant may be named in your place, provided they also have a Microsoft 365 Copilot license by April 20th.
Your registration is considered valid only after completing the registration on the website, receiving the automatic confirmation email, and completing the payment.
For any questions, you can contact the EWMD International Office at service.international@ewmd.org or roos@ai-and-beyond-consulting.de.
Please note that the International Office will be absent from April 7th to April 17th, so during this period any inquiries should be sent to roos@ai-and-beyond-consulting.de
Location: Online via Zoom
There are currently 7 spots remaining out of 10
5/5/2026
This is the series for EWMD Forum's monthly board meeting.
Location: Zurich Central Station, SBB-Restaurant
Zurich 8001
5/5/2026
This is our monthly networking event allowing you to get in contact with the EWMD Forum board members face to face.
Every first Tuesday of a month we meet at 7.30pm at the group meeting point in the middle of the great hall of Zurich Central Station (the one where you find the protecting angel of Niki de Saint Phalle). We then decide together where to go to have a drink and inspiring discussions. The place will be chosen in a way that allows you to also have a snack (but no "full dinner").
Feel free to register at any time in advance.
Location: Group meeting point in the middle of the great hall in Zurich Central Station
Zürich 8001
15/5/2026 - 17/5/2026
Due to the great success last year, we have once again opted for the traditional Badhotel Überlingen as the adequate venue for the Lake Constance Talks 2026. With its elegant ambiance, lakeside location and the successful combination of history and modern comfort, it offers the perfect setting for a weekend full of inspiration, exchange, and personal development.
As usual, we will meet on Friday afternoon for a relaxed start directly at the hotel.
The theme for 2026 will be:
"How to be your own Finance Minister"
Financial independence is an essential part of self-determination. Yet money is still a taboo topic for many—especially for women. How can we succeed in taking responsibility for our own finances with clarity, knowledge, and confidence? How can we learn to consciously manage our resources—whether in our jobs, daily life, or long-term life decisions?
During this weekend, we want to work together to develop strategies and mindsets that help us actively shape our financial future – confidently, informed, and independently. Because "finance" is much more than just numbers – it is a key to personal freedom.
Our three speakers will cover different aspects of the topic:
Sabine Röltgen has been active in the stock market since 1997. She shares her knowledge about successful investing in stocks in webinars and one-on-one coaching. In the workshop at the Bodenseegespräche 2026, Sabine will show us that investing in stocks and ETFs is not only financially attractive but also fun. We will talk about the main success drivers for successful investing. We will discuss pros and cons for investing in stocks. We will find out, how we make money on the stock market – over time.
Nicole Meißner has been investing in the real estate market since the 1990's and successfully built up a portfolio, which enabled her way into early retirement. We will discuss tactics and strategies in connection with real estate and common prejudices, mistakes and potential pitfalls.
Key Information
- When: Friday, May 15 – Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Where: Badhotel Überlingen Christophstraße 2 88662 Überlingen on Lake Constance Tel.: +49 7551 837 0 Email: info@bad-hotel-ueberlingen.de
Program
Friday, May 15, 2026
from 5:00 PM – Get-together in the "Seeblick" conference room
8:00 PM – Group dinner in the restaurant of the Badhotel
Saturday, May 16, 2026
From 7:30 AM – Breakfast
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM – Interactive Workshop “How to be your own Finance Minister”
from 7:00 PM– Dinner together at Restaurant Seegarten
Sunday, May 17, 2026
from 7:30 AM – Breakfast, exchange, and networking, departure
Optional additional program on Sunday morning should be booked individually, as needed, e.g city tour through the historic old town or a trip to the island of Mainau (ferry departs not far from the hotel).
Participation Fee
Early Bird (members) when booked & paid by February 28, 2026: €210
Members from March 1, 2026: €260
Guests: €300 (max. 2 slots in total, please coordinate with the relevant chapter)
Included in the participation fee: Friday evening event, workshop on Saturday including catering and coffee breaks, Saturday dinner. Drinks are at own expense unless specifically notified otherwise.
“Partner Program”
As in previous years, some of you might want to bring partners and would like them to join in the evening program.
The additional fee per Person will be:
- Friday Welcome Reception: 25 €
- Friday Group Dinner in the Hotel: 60 € (incl water on the table)
- Saturday Group Dinner @ Seegarten Restaurant: 60 € (incl water on the table)
Accommodation
Please book on your room as soon as possible.
For EWMD, a number of rooms has been reserved at Bad Hotel until March 14, 2026:
5 Superior Single Rooms / Lake side €180
5 Economy Double Rooms / City side €180
6 Classic Double Rooms / City side €240
4 Superior Double Rooms / Lake side €270
4 Classic Single Rooms / City side €160
4 Classic Double Rooms in the Warm Bath €230
2 Double Rooms in the Warm Bath €240
The room prices are per room per night for single occupancy, including a generous breakfast buffet. For double occupancy, costs for breakfast may be added.
All rooms in the main building can be reached by elevator. The rooms in Warmbad are partly accessible by elevator. There is no elevator in Villa Seeburg or in the Tower. These rooms are accessible only by stairs. The hotel has its own paid parking lot, and directly opposite there is a public parking garage.
Payment and Registration
Please transfer the participation fee with the reference "Lake Constance Talks 2026" to EWMD International e.V.
GLS Bank - IBAN: DE22 4306 0967 1365 4863 00
BIC GENODEM1GLS
Registration confirmations are sent automatically. As always, the number of participants is restricted, so hurry up and register!
Refunds after payment are not possible, but transferring your registration to another member is possible.
We look forward seeing you!
Your Organizing Team Nadine Nembach & Nicole Meißner
Location: Badhotel Überlingen
Christophstraße 2
Überlingen 88662
19/5/2026
Rosarote Brille? Ja bitte – aber mit Gestaltungskraft!
Wie können wir in unsicheren Zeiten zuversichtlich bleiben – und gleichzeitig aktiv Zukunft gestalten? Genau darum geht es in unserem interaktiven Workshop für Frauen, die etwas bewegen wollen.
Termin: Dienstag, 19. Mai 2026
Uhrzeit: 19:00–20:30 Uhr (ab 18:00 Uhr exklusiv für Mitglieder)
Ort: Fischerie, Praterstraße 49, 1020 Wien
Zukunft ist ungewiss – aber sie ist auch gestaltbar. Und sie braucht Frauen, die mit Zuversicht, Klarheit und Handlungsstärke vorangehen.
In diesem Workshop bekommst du die Möglichkeit:
- zu verstehen, warum ein positiver mentaler Zustand ein echter Erfolgsfaktor ist
- deine Zuversicht durch Re-Sourcing und Pre-Sourcing gezielt zu stärken
- mit einem realistisch-optimistischen Blick neue Handlungsspielräume zu entdecken
Freu dich auf einen inspirierenden Abend voller Austausch, Impulse und praktischer Tools für mehr Wirkung im Alltag.
Sei dabei und gestalte deine Zukunft – mit Haltung, Humor und rosaroter Brille.
Interaktiver Workshop mit Marie Osterbauer-Hofer, Expertin für Positive Leadership und positive Kommunikation
Die Teilnahme ist kostenfrei.
Location: Fischerie
Praterstraße 49
Wien 1020
2/6/2026
This is the series for EWMD Forum's monthly board meeting.
Location: Zurich Central Station, SBB-Restaurant
Zurich 8001
2/6/2026
This is our monthly networking event allowing you to get in contact with the EWMD Forum board members face to face.
Every first Tuesday of a month we meet at 7.30pm at the group meeting point in the middle of the great hall of Zurich Central Station (the one where you find the protecting angel of Niki de Saint Phalle). We then decide together where to go to have a drink and inspiring discussions. The place will be chosen in a way that allows you to also have a snack (but no "full dinner").
Feel free to register at any time in advance.
Location: Group meeting point in the middle of the great hall in Zurich Central Station
Zürich 8001
