Philipp Markl – Moderator, Consultant and Lecturer, Global Culture & Change Manager SMS Group
How value-based leadership guides crews and makes events crisis-proof
The events industry thrives on dynamism. But constantly changing formats, ESG pressure and a shortage of skilled workers require orientation. This presentation shows how value-based leadership stabilises teams even under high pressure without stifling creativity:
Research & practice: Findings from current leadership research shed light on how authenticity, ethics and lived values create tangible resilience.
Transfer to events: Concrete examples (crew onboarding, ‘ethical soundcheck’ before live productions, reflection huddles) show how value architectures can be anchored in project and festival structures.
Take-away toolbox: You will receive micro-tools that can be used immediately to make purpose visible and tangible, shorten decision-making processes and credibly anchor sustainability issues.
The result?
Clarity instead of chaos and meaning instead of burnout sprints – for events that inspire audiences, partners and the planet alike.
