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INTernational Conference the program<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h5>\n\n
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18.-19.09 \u2013 Zukunft im Urbanen Raum<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n

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Secure tickets now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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A conference about the future of the city \u2013 with creative impulses, urban ideas, and interdisciplinary exchange!<\/span><\/p>\n\n

Vacancy, structural change, declining quality of stay \u2013 our city centers are facing major challenges. How can we rethink and redesign urban spaces? What role do scenography, visual marketing, and creative concepts play in transforming urban living environments?<\/p>\n\n

The conference brings together experts from retail, urban planning, the creative industries, and academia. Through engaging presentations and practical insights, forward-thinking approaches will be presented that show how cities can remain vibrant, attractive, and sustainable.<\/p>\n\n

Experience the power of design as a driving force for change \u2013 inspiring, interdisciplinary, and focused on the urban future.<\/p>\n\n

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our Program<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n

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18. September 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Arrival & check-in at the hotel individually<\/p>\n\n

Optional:<\/strong><\/em> 16.00 Uhr | KultTour through<\/strong> Dusseldorf<\/strong>
Meeting point D\u00fcsseldorf city center:
Guided by our retail experts<\/p>\n\n


18.30h | Prof. Dipl. Ing. Bernhard Franken<\/strong>
Keynote und Networking Evening
at the HSD-Retail-Studio in the K\u00f6-Galerie<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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19. September 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

09.00 – 09.15h | Julia K. M. Greven<\/a><\/strong>
Welcome by the moderator
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09.15 – 09.45h | Prof. Sabine Krieg<\/a><\/strong>
VMM Vice President and Dean of HSD
Welcome and Prologue<\/strong><\/em>
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09.45 – 10.30h | <\/a>Andreas Rebbelmund<\/a><\/strong>
Managing Director of Breuninger Dusseldorf
etail in Motion \u2013 How Brick-and-Mortar Stores Are Reinventing Themselves in the City<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n


10.30 – 11.00h \u2013 Coffee break I Networking
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11.00 – 11.45h | Jens Nussbaum<\/a><\/strong>
Stadt + Handel
What Does the Future Hold? \u2013 Trends in
Retail and City Center Development<\/strong>
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11.45 – 12.30h | Bj\u00f6rn Krischick<\/a><\/strong>
Managing Director of LEVI mbH
Development in the Heart of<\/em><\/strong>
the<\/em><\/strong> City \u2013 Leverkusen 4.0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n


12.30 – 13.45h \u2013 Lunch I Networking
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13.45 – 14.30h | Katrin Legandt<\/a><\/strong>
Ideas That Move \u2013 City & Retail
meets Creative Marketing<\/em><\/strong>
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14.30 – 15.30h | Matthew Brown<\/a><\/strong>
Retail Trend Futurist I Echochamber
How City Centers Can Succeed Through
Creativity and Innovation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n


15.30 – 16.00h \u2013 Coffee break I Networking
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16.00 \u2013 17.30h | Panel Discussion<\/strong>
Discussions in the Tension Field Between
Designers, Retailers, and Municipalities<\/p>\n\n


17.30h \u2013 End of the meeting
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ab 19.00h <\/strong>
Networking Dinner and After-Show-Party <\/p>\n\n

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our Extras for the conference<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n

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 Conference Venue: Hochschule Dusseldorf \/ Building 6<\/strong>

This year\u2019s conference will take place in Building 6 of the Hochschule D\u00fcsseldorf (University of Applied Sciences) \u2013 a modern space for learning, research, and creative exchange. The striking building on the Derendorf campus impresses with its clean lines, contemporary architecture, and an open atmosphere that fosters creative thinking.

Building 6 is part of the university\u2019s Design Department, one of the most renowned institutions for creative education. With generous rooms, bright interior spaces, and state-of-the-art technical equipment, it offers the perfect setting for inspiration, interdisciplinary dialogue, and exchange.<\/p>\n\n

For more information click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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Secure discounted rooms now through our hotel contingent!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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 Hotel contingent<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

The hotels MERCURE HOTEL DUSSELDORF CITY NORD and NH DUSSELDORF CITY NORD have reserved a room contingent for our conference.<\/p>\n\n

Since only a limited number of rooms have been reserved at the hotels, we kindly ask you to book your room as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n

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NH Dusseldorf City Nord 4<\/strong>
Single room (18.09.2025\u201319.09.2025): 162,35 \u20ac\/night
Single room (19.09.2025\u201320.09.2025): 136,40 \u20ac\/night<\/p>\n\n


Mercure Dusseldorf City Nord 4<\/strong>
Single room (18.09.2025\u201320.09.2025): 119,00 \u20ac\/night<\/p>\n\n

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Rooms can only be booked through this link<\/a>. The prices listed are per room, per night, and include our breakfast as well as applicable taxes.<\/p>\n\n

Other room options on request.<\/p>\n\n

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 MERCURE HOTEL DUSSELDORF CITY NORD<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

This modern 4-star hotel is located in the M\u00f6rsenbroich district, just a few kilometers from the city center, central station, and airport. Thanks to its convenient location, the hotel is an ideal base for business and city travelers alike. With 190 rooms and a spacious conference area, it combines functionality with urban comfort in the dynamic Rhine metropolis of Dusseldorf.<\/p>\n\n

MERCURE HOTEL
DUESSELDORF CITY NORD
Noerdlicher Zubringer 7
Moersenbroicher Ei
40470 D\u00fcsseldorf<\/p>\n\n

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 NH DUSSELDORF CITY NORD<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

This newly renovated hotel is situated in the quiet Derendorf district, between the city center, the airport, and the exhibition grounds. With direct access to the S-Bahn, tram, and highways, it is perfectly located for business travelers and city tourists. 330 bright rooms, 22 conference spaces, and a fitness area with sauna and sun terrace offer comfort and functionality in the heart of Dusseldorf.<\/p>\n\n

NH D\u00dcSSELDORF CITY-NORD
M\u00fcnsterstr. 230-238
40470 Du\u0308sseldorf<\/p>\n\n

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OUR TICKETS INCLUDE THE KEYNOTE SPEECH ON THURSDAY, THE CONFERENCE AND THE NETWORKING DINNER ON FRIDAY.<\/strong><\/p>\n

THE CULT TOUR ON THURSDAY CAN ALSO BE BOOKED AS AN OPTION.<\/strong><\/p>\n

VMM Member<\/span><\/strong>
\n580\u20ac incl. 19% VAT.<\/p>\n

Non Member<\/span><\/strong>
\n790\u20ac incl. 19% VAT.<\/p>\n

Student Trainee Ticket<\/span><\/strong>
\n110\u20ac incl. 19% VAT.<\/p>\n

KultTour<\/span>
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To the ticketshop!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Become a member now and start saving!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n

Regular members receive a discount of \u20ac205 on the conference fee. Annual membership costs only \u20ac120 for employees or \u20ac220 for self-employed professionals \u2013 meaning your membership already pays off with just one conference participation.<\/p><\/div>\n\n

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