The Drucker Forum is the world‘s leading management and leadership conference, dedicated to the management philosophy of Peter Drucker. Drucker was a management professor, writer, and consultant, oftenreferred to as the “Father of Management.” In 2024, the Peter Drucker Forum will be held at the Vienna Hofburg on 14-15 November.

“The next knowledge work – managing for new levels of value creation and innovation” — This is the topic of the year, to be explored in depth at this year’s Global Peter Drucker Forum in November  – two days in Vienna given over to deep conversations around management with executives, thought leaders, academics, the next generation, and fellow members of a unique and vibrant worldwide community – all inspired by Peter Drucker’s penetrating management insights and profoundly humanistic worldview.

Drucker had it right. “The most important contribution management needs to make in the 21st century,” he wrote, “is to increase the productivity of knowledge work and knowledge workers.”

In a global economy dominated by service- and knowledge-based organisations, a fresh wave of transformative change is upon us – whether via artificial intelligence, remote or hybrid working, the emergence of new platform-based ecosystems, or changing attitudes to globalisation, to name a few.

We’ll look at great management that already achieves higher performance, and how. We’ll showcase innovative solutions, explore what the future may bring – and send you away burning with ideas on what you can do differently next Monday.

Seven great reasons to join

1. Learn from thought leadership and fresh thinking: The Forum serves as the worldwide platform for thought leaders, practitioners, and academics to share innovative management practices and theories. Based on, but not limited to, a deep understanding of Peter Drucker’s principles, it aims to continually push the boundaries of contemporary management thinking.
2. Build your networks: As a participant, you’ll have access to a unique network of thought leaders, industry experts, peers and new talents that facilitate connections and collaborations across sectors, disciplines and generations. Highlight of the social side is the gala dinner.
3. Get inspired as you enhance your personal growth: The Forum curates high-quality content, including panel discussions, deep dives and workshops featuring renowned experts and intellectuals. Expect to find inspiration and actionable insights for personal and organisational growth.
4. Pick up practical Insights for real-world success: The Forum emphasises practical applications of management theories and strategies, helping attendees translate concepts into real-world practices that can drive organisational success and resilience.
5. Benefit from a global perspective: Bringing together participants from around the world, the Forum offers a rich, multicultural perspective on management challenges and opportunities – a global view that is essential for understanding the complexities of the modern business environment.
6. Enjoy the Forum’s legacy and prestige: Aligning with the legacy of Peter Drucker, the “father of modern management,” the Forum carries a prestige that enhances the credibility and reputation of its participants and their organisations.
7. Participate in a year-long learning programme: Beyond the annual event, the Forum provides ongoing learning opportunities through digital sessions, an AI-powered archive, and a vibrant online community. Sustained engagement and development are thus guaranteed.

For more information, including registration, fees, speakers, topics and programme, please visit The Drucker Forum.

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