Conference Venues

Hotel Astoria, Lucerne / Switzerland

Lucerne has an international reputation as a cultural and congress centre and is situated in an idyllic setting on the Lake of Lucerne at the heart of Switzerland. The lakeside promenade with its views straight into the Alps radiates a captivating Mediterranean flair and looks like it has been taken straight from a picture book. The city – the epitome of all that is modern about Switzerland today – teems with world-famous sights and literally invites you to see more. Our suggestion: extend your stay by a day or two – you certainly won’t regret it.

The Astoria Hotel lies in the heart of the city and offers all the conveniences of urban living in a fascinating architectural setting. It’s just a short walk from the lakeside promenade, the renowned KKL culture and convention centre, the city’s trademark Chapel Bridge and many other sights and places of interest. 

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Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute, Rüschlikon / Zurich

The Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute is part of the "Im Grüene" Foundation. In accordance with the founder's wishes, the GDI is a non-profit organisation set up as a "place for reflection and encounters" and for the purpose of conducting "scientific research in the social and economic fields."

The GDI's researchers study mega-trends and countertrends and draw up scenarios for the future. Their findings are disseminated in a range of publications and discussed at specially organised events. As an independent, practice-oriented institution for the early identification of trends, the GDI focuses thematically on topics relating to retail and consumption.

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