Convention for serious entrepreneurs
7th to 14th September 2024
Sri Lanka
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Mario C. Bauer
Entrepreneur, Mentor, Co-Host
Mario C. Bauer is a serial entrepreneur and a trailblazer, weaving a tapestry of innovation and success across diverse ventures. A revered keynote speaker and author, Mario's influence extends far beyond boardrooms. Now, with years of experience under his belt, Mario dedicates himself to coaching and mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Florian Schneider
Entrepreneur, Mentor, Co-Host
Florian Schneider is not just a mere entrepreneur; he is a dynamic force driving innovation and growth. With a relentless drive and unwavering vision, Florian Schneider epitomizes the spirit of entrepreneurship, reshaping the culinary landscape one venture at a time.
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Eli Buren
WebsiteMentor, Coach
Eli Buren has been a on dedicated path since 1998, with in-depth training in embodied presence, depth meditation, yoga of awareness, martial arts, breath journeys, outdoor leadership, and most importantly: how these disciplines may be lived in a down-to-earth manner. He is gifted at guiding people into a deeper understanding of spirit, authenticity, and true presence—teaching how to live each realization with integrity through the body.
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Christian Wingrove-Rogers
WebsiteMentor, Coach
Christian Wingrove-Rogers weaves together the timeless teaching tales of Zen masters, Sufi traditions, and myriad other cultures. Renowned for his captivating workshops, Christian's unique perspective on the "Way of Storytelling" delves beyond presentation techniques, emphasizing the profound evolution of stories and their enduring significance in shaping our understanding of self across millennia.
Testimonials
"Any conversation with Mario is high energy, high insight, high positivity. He is genuinely committed to the growth of others, going out of his way to mentor those around him and provide hands-on support through his super-connector-network."
Jan Wilmking
Co-Founder, PROJECT EADEN
Investor and Advisor
"Working with Mario has been inspiring. He's turned big ideas into reality, from expanding Vapiano globally to starting his own consultancy with big-name clients. What sets Mario apart is not just his knack for business but his heart. Growing up in his family's restaurant, he learned early on that success is about bringing people together over what matters most: love and good food."
Benjamin Calleja
Founder & CXO at Livit Design
Serial Entrepreneur
"As someone who has been there and done it himself, Mario's insights on accelerating business growth are truly invaluable. He brings a really fresh perspective to problems, and encourages ambitious and outside the box thinking."
Ella Harland
Co-Founder and Co-CEO GRIDDLE | B Corp™
"Mario is always happy to help & support. His network & knowledge in the F&B industry is outstanding and he has a good feeling for upcoming trends and concepts. Don’t hesitate to use Mario as a sounding board for new innovative ideas & projects, chances are his visionary entrepreneurial mind will add value!"
Christophe Cuvillier
Chairman of the Board of Directors of SMCP
"Where to start - Mario has been incredibly influential for both us and our organization – it's difficult to put this into words. From the moment he first stepped into our restaurant, he has been instrumental in our growth, both locally in Amsterdam and with our seafood concept, Pesca. Thanks to him, we are now prepared to expand internationally, having connected with the right individuals who are aiding us in this endeavor."
Sven Sallaerts
Co-Founder, Younique Concepts
"Mario is great! He knows EVERYONE in the sector and his insight and experience is invaluable. I trust his instincts and guidance to a very high degree."
Harry Goss
Partner, Foodservice lead, McWin
"In 2015, when I first arrived in Luxembourg, I met Mario. Back then, I thought I'd be a housewife. But after working with Mario for 10 years, I became the CEO of the company we started together, which was his most challenging project. So, would I recommend Mario? Well, let's just say, from thinking about being a housewife to becoming a CEO, meeting Mario changed everything for me. Thank you Mario for everything! One day I will be to someone what you were for me. ♥️"
Jaqueline Bressan
Managing Director, Curtice Brothers
"Mario is a serial entrepreneur, and a serial life lover ! He is a real expert or should I say specialist in all the phases of creating and running and funding a company… a passionate man of the food industry from management to board level, and his experience is broader than food. He is the one I would consult when creating or when scaling my company … on top of all that, he is also such a wonderful person to have by our side and this makes it a great “partner”!"
Christopher Jones
Directeur Général, Brioche Dorée
"It is always very pleasant to collaborate with Mario, both on a professional and personal level. Mario's excellent expertise, experience and broad network in the food industry are extremely helpful and valuable for us as a Startup. It is also fun to discuss and philosophize with Mario as he is truly an open, skilled and positive person."
Adrian Stryer
Co-Founder, MyFrozen
"I know Mario since probably a decade but, in 2018, I had the great chance of creating WhiteSpace Partners with him and G. Rochette. Since that time, Mario has always been a truly outstanding business partner, not only providing our team with his exceptional and global understanding of the restaurant industry, but also being a very efficient business developer and dealmaker through his network of contacts, which is second to none in the industry. On top of that, I would like to emphasise the high level of trust Mario deserves, given his always positive and ethical mindset. It is a true chance to be working together, and I am looking forward to our continued partnership!"
Vincent Mourre
CEO and Co-Founder, WhiteSpace Partners
"It has always been great pleasure working together with Mario. Following his "Love & Food" approach, he has become not only a colleague, but a friend. We benefitted so much from his broad network in the hospitality business, his entrepreneurial spirit and his ability to nail complex topics down to the point. I can only recommend working together with Mario. Let yourself inspire by him!"
Pascal Remmert
Head of Vanilla Centre of Excellence, Dr Oetker
"Mario is an incredibly warm, open and helpful person. His experience in the hospitality and food sector is extremely broad and he is always ready to open up his own network, connect people and create added value. Thank you Mario! :-)"
Rebecca Göckel
Founder & CEO, NOMOO icecream
"5 years ago, I opened Gazzo - A sourdough pizza restaurant in Berlin. Mario has been acting as a mentor and consultant for me during this period, giving advice on business strategy, corporate governance and entrepreneurship. This advice has been invaluable to our success, and I am very grateful to Mario. Mario is one of the most connected and knowledgeable people in the food business in Europe. He has done his hands-on work in the field as an entrepreneur and an executive, allowing him to consult with a deep understanding ranging from operations to strategy. And most importantly, he is extremely passionate about food - something that is essential in an industry that relies on creating experiences. I can wholeheartedly recommend Mario as a consultant and mentor for any food business that is in a growth phase."
Mikael Andersen
Founder, Gazzo Pizza
Restaurant Entrepreneur and consultant
"I have rarely come across someone with Mario's range of people and analytical skills and such a positive personality. Mario is the THE cultural ambassador of Vapiano, in my view, transporting the spirit, energy and unique appeal of the company's consumer offering into every commercially meaningful corner of the world. He combines his way of managing for growth with analytical discipline, loyalty as a colleague and a desire for continuous learning. During my 5 years as chairman of the Vapiano Group I thoroughly enjoyed working with, and relying on, Mario."
Stephan Howaldt
Chief Investment Officer, Howaldt & Co.
Are you an entrepreneur facing challenges and uncertainties?
Ready to step off the beaten path to navigate through doubts and uncertainties, breaking through roadblocks to rediscover your entrepreneurial drive?
7th - 14th September 2024
Sri Lanka
