25th of April
London

German
Finance Dinner

Royal Automotive Club, London

Connecting the leaders of today with the leaders of tomorrow

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About

The world's most exclusive student dinner

The German Finance Dinner is a prestigious event that brings together the world's brightest young minds in finance with top executives from leading global financial institutions. This annual gathering, held in the heart of London, offers a unique opportunity for the next generation of financial leaders to engage in in-depth discussions, share insights, and build invaluable connections with the executives shaping the future of finance.

With just 70 carefully selected students, the dinner provides an intimate setting designed to foster meaningful exchanges and personal mentorship. Participants are chosen based on their dedication, leadership potential, and academic excellence, representing the finest talent across the globe.

Throughout the evening, students will have the chance to sit with managing directors, partners, and other top executives from leading financial institutions, consultancies, and venture capital firms. This setting ensures an unparalleled opportunity for students to gain industry insights, learn from real-world experiences, and discuss emerging trends that will shape the financial sector in the years to come.

Join us on April 25, 2025 for an evening that promises to be as inspiring as it is exclusive, offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance to build connections that could define your career in finance.

Opening Speech

Given by the German Ambassador to the United Kingdom

Johanna Lottmann
Partner and European Head of PJT Park Hill
— PJT
Franziska Kayser
Partner
— KKR
Martin Huth
Firm Managing Partner
— Triton Partners
Jessica Hardman
CEO UK and Head of European Real Estate Portfolio Management
— DWS
Johanna Lottmann
Partner and European Head of PJT Park Hill
— PJT
Franziska Kayser
Partner
— KKR
Martin Huth
Firm Managing Partner
— Triton Partners
Jessica Hardman
CEO UK and Head of European Real Estate Portfolio Management
— DWS
Martin Lührs
Managing Director & Head of Global Capital Markets
— Morgan Stanley
Tobias Albrecht
Head of Debt Capital Markets DACH & Corporates Nordics & Netherlands
—Barclays
Alexander Voigt
Head of DCM DACH and Head of European Infrastructure DCM
— J.P. Morgan
Jonas Klink
Head of EGB, SSA and Covered Bonds Trading
— UBS
Andreas Bernstorff
Head of Equity Capital Markets EMEA, CIB
— BNP Paribas

Participating executives

Many more to be announced

Private Equity

Schedule 2025

25th of April 2025
05:00 - 06:00pm

Student
Networking

Participating students arrive at 5pm. They will get to know each other over drinks and can learn about the universities and experiences of their fellow participants.

06:00 - 06:30pm

Opening

The board of the Finance Network e.V. will welcome the participants and provide an overview of the agenda. Additionally, all participants can look forward to an exciting keynote speech.

06:30 - 08:00pm

Dinner

The dinner tables are organized according to the four thematic topics of the evening. During a three-course meal, participants will exchange ideas with executives and top students on these topics and more. Following each course, the executives will change seats within their topic. This allows for diverse conversations.

08:30 - Open end

Get together

After dinner, drinks will be served, and participants will no longer be divided by thematic areas. Discussions from dinner will continue, and new conversations will emerge with executives and students from different tables.

Sponsors & Participating firms

Many more to be announced

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Your questions answered

When is the conference?
The conference takes place from November 8-10.
Where is the venue?
At the Downtown Convention Center, Main Hall.
Are meals included?
Yes, lunch and dinner are included with Premium and Special tickets.
How to become a speaker?
Submit your proposal on our website before April 1st.
Are meals included?
Yes, lunch and dinner are included with Premium and Special tickets.
How to become a speaker?
Submit your proposal on our website before April 1st.
When is the conference?
The conference takes place from November 8-10.
Where is the venue?
At the Downtown Convention Center, Main Hall.

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