Expert in Leadership, Project Management, and Social Innovation
Beate Kesper, a qualified master brewer, is the Chairwoman of the EBWK Foundation and the founder of the ManagementSchool-HR. With extensive experience in international project management and the development of modern quality assurance systems, she has led complex projects across Europe, Southeast Asia, and Australia, particularly in plant engineering and automation.
Her expertise, however, extends beyond technical fields: she has also initiated and supported social projects, such as placements for the German Federal Volunteer Service, as well as cultural events. Known for her strategic vision, Kesper excels in guiding teams through change management, conflict resolution, and intercultural collaboration, combining technical knowledge with cultural understanding to create innovative solutions.
Her academic background in brewing and beverage technology, alongside her passion for leadership and education, forms the foundation of her work, where she mentors professionals and designs sustainable development programs.
Pierluigi Ruggiero is a celebrated cellist, composer, and internationally acclaimed artist. His musical journey began at the Conservatory in L’Aquila, where he studied cello and composition with distinction. After earning his diploma in Rome under the guidance of George Schultis in 1995, he further honed his craft through masterclasses with world-renowned musicians, including Ivan Monighetti and Thomas Demenga. In 1996, he achieved first prize at the prestigious international chamber music competition “Città di Acqui Terme,” and in 2001, he became the sole Italian artist invited to the esteemed Liszt Academy in Budapest. Since then, Ruggiero has performed in some of the world’s most prominent concert halls and collaborated as a soloist with orchestras across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
In 2007, Ruggiero was honored by the Hungarian ARTISJUS Foundation for his outstanding contributions to cultural exchange. As the founder and artistic director of Espressione d’Arte APS and ensembles such as I Bricconcello and Trio Concertando, he has spearheaded numerous international projects and curated festivals like “Il Gusto dell’Arte,” enriching the global arts scene.
Ruggiero’s discography includes critically acclaimed recordings, such as world premieres of compositions by Luigi Denza and Alfredo Piatti, released under Hungaroton Classic. Between 2016 and 2022, he also served as the artistic director for the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Rome, further showcasing his dedication to fostering cultural diplomacy.
With Beate Mewes, one is immediately fascinated by the precision of her intuition when it comes to the direct connection between people, voice, and personality. Whether in singing lessons, speech training, or coaching, her passion is always dedicated to the holistic and sustainable development and empowerment of each individual personality:
The most comprehensible aspect of language is not the word itself, but the tone, strength, modulation, and tempo with which a sequence of words is spoken; in short, the music behind the words, the passion behind this music, the person behind this passion: all that, in other words, which cannot be written."
Karsten Mewes captivates with his openness, charisma, vibrant energy, and infectious enthusiasm. He brings his inner fire to everything he does—whether as an opera and concert singer performing on stages around the globe, as an inspiring and dedicated vocal coach to his students, or as a compassionate and attentive coach to his clients. He always strives for excellence and discovers sustainable solutions.
"I simply believe in people as a magnificent opportunity!"
Originally from the world of numbers, she has been working as an accounting clerk in a shared service center since 2008. She discovered her joy in training new colleagues, finding great satisfaction in teaching, supporting, and guiding others in their professional growth. Over time, her focus gradually expanded beyond traditional accounting, leading her to embrace coaching. After completing further training, she began working part-time in various fields centered around people: as an aqua fitness instructor, dance and movement therapist, lecturer, and teamwork coach.
"Movement in a person’s life—whether external through physical activity or, most importantly, internal through personal development—is, to me, a wonderful way for people to express and evolve themselves."
Steve Neuwirth ist freier Journalist, Dozent und psychologischer Individualcoach. Er hat langjährige Berufserfahrung im Rundfunk, als Redakteur und Berater. Mit seiner journalistischen Expertise ist er auf vielen Themengebieten versiert und bringt Anliegen stilsicher auf den Punkt. Als empathischer Coach und Dozent ist er außerdem Spezialist für Medien-, Methoden- und Sozialkompetenz. Als Coach geht er mit viel Feingefühl auf sein Gegenüber ein und zeigt lösungsorientierte Wege für Menschen auf, die neuen beruflichen und privaten Herausforderungen gegenüberstehen.
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