Young Leaders Forum 2026 Vol.1

Kintsugi Leadership: Break. Rebuild. Lead.

What if your biggest setbacks could become your greatest strengths?
Inspired by the Japanese art of Kintsugi, this talk shows why we shouldn’t hide our cracks, but learn to value them.
It follows a journey from personal difficulty to a new life in Japan, showing how challenges can change both life and leadership.
It looks at the reality of living abroad: adapting to a new culture, dealing with uncertainty, and making difficult choices.
A powerful reflection on how combining personal struggles with professional goals can build stronger and more authentic leaders.

For this session, we are delighted to welcome Mr. Andrea Coscia, President & Chief Executive Officer of TÜV SÜD Japan Ltd. as our Speaker.

Join us and gain valuable insights you won’t want to miss!

The Young Leaders Forum is a platform for the next generation of the German-Japanese business community (under 45) who aspire to take responsibility and actively shape the future. It provides opportunities for exchange, learning, and networking among emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds. Through seminars, talks, and interactive sessions, participants develop key skills in leadership, innovation, and social engagement.

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