JANUARY 14 & 15, 2026
VALLENDAR, GERMANY

Welcome to the
WHU New Year's Conference

An internationally acknowledged event that kicks off the new year with vivid discussions surrounding current financial topics and various opportunities to connect with industry-leading companies.

This year's topic: 
From Uncertainty to Opportunity – Strategies to Secure Financial Growth
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THE CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE

What to Expect

Learn from industry experts, develop highly lucrative professional skills through engaging workshops, and access exclusive career and networking opportunities tailored for young professionals.
Speeches & Panel Discussions

Speeches & Panel Discussions

Gain invaluable insights from top financial experts as they discuss the latest trends and innovations in the industry, such as artificial intelligence in finance and investment strategies for economic downturns.
Our Speakers
Interviews & Workshops

Interviews & Workshops

Connect with leaders in the finance industry through exclusive interviews. Participate in hands-on workshops designed to enhance your financial skills. This is your chance to understand the strategic decisions that drive the industry forward.
Our Sponsors
Exclusive Sponsor Events

Exclusive Sponsor Events

Experience unique networking opportunities at our exclusive events. From lunches and dinners to wine tastings, these events offer a relaxed environment to connect with peers and industry professionals.
Our Sponsors
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PARTICIPATION

Conference Tickets

For 79,99€, your conference ticket gives you access to a wealth of opportunities on top of meals, accommodation, and entertainment.
//  Listen to all keynote speeches and panel discussions
//  Access to the career fair and other networking opportunities
//  Potential invitations to interviews, workshops, and exclusive events
//  Inclusive food, drinks, and evening entertainment
//  Free accommodation with a host student from WHU
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A Collection of Our Previous Sponsors

Bain & Company
Bank of America
Barclays
BlackRock
BNP Paribas
Boston Consulting Group
Citi
Credit Suisse
Deutsche Bank
Goldman Sachs
HSBC
ING Group
J.P. Morgan & Co.
McKinsey & Company
Morgan Stanley
Raymond James
Rothschild & Co
UBS Investment Bank
TESTIMONIALS

What Our Speakers Say

"Highly motivating environment and a superb institution for learning!"
Prof. Paul Achleitner
Prof. Paul Achleitner
Chairman of the Global Advisory Board, Deutsche Bank
"Well done for staging an excellent, thought-provoking event!"
Dame Clara Furse
Dame Clara Furse
Former CEO, London Stock Exchange
"An extremely enjoyable and informative conference. It was a great opportunity to meet the students at WHU."
Prof. Stewart C. Myers
Prof. Stewart C. Myers
Professor of Financial Economics, MIT Sloan School of Management
"Always a highlight of the recruiting scene. This is by far the best conference run by students."
Alexander Roos
Alexander Roos
Managing Director & Senior Partner, Boston Consulting Group
"This has been the best conference that I have been to for a very, very long time. Fantastically organized, great audience, great speakers!"
Dr. Burkhard P. Varnholt
Dr. Burkhard P. Varnholt
CIO Switzerland, Credit Suisse
"Amazing job for a purely student-organized event, very professional!"
Frank Witt
Frank Witt
Managing Director, PIMCO
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