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CIMIx 2026 | The Transformation Edition

27–29 Jan 2026 | Vienna, Austria

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Cornelia Ertl

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Vienna, Austria

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www.moderatorin.at

Self-employed

Vienna, Austria

EN Cornelia Ertl has been self-employed in the field of communication and public speaking since 2012 and is now one of Austria’s leading event moderators. The Vienna native focuses on German- and English-language events in the fields of business, science, research, new technologies, innovation, and sustainability; her repertoire also includes major events within Austria’s art and cultural landscape. DE Cornelia Ertl ist seit 2012 im Bereich Kommunikation und Moderation selbstständig und zählt mittlerweile zur Top-Riege der Veranstaltungsmoderator:innen in Österreich. Der Fokus der gebürtigen Wienerin liegt auf deutsch- und englischsprachigen Business-Events in den Bereichen Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft, Forschung, neue Technologien, Innovation und Nachhaltigkeit; auch Großveranstaltungen in der österreichischen Kunst- und Kulturlandschaft zählen zu ihrem Repertoire.
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Cornelia Ertl has been self-employed in the field of communication and public speaking since 2012 and is now one of Austria’s leading event moderators. The Vienna native focuses on German- and English-language events in the fields of business, science, research, new technologies, innovation, and sustainability; her repertoire also includes major events within Austria’s art and cultural landscape.

In addition, Cornelia Ertl is the founder and owner of Moderatoren Connection, where colleagues - both established professionals and newcomers - as well as clients and event organizers benefit from her expertise and network.

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Cornelia Ertl ist seit 2012 im Bereich Kommunikation und Moderation selbstständig und zählt mittlerweile zur Top-Riege der Veranstaltungsmoderator:innen in Österreich. Der Fokus der gebürtigen Wienerin liegt auf deutsch- und englischsprachigen Business-Events in den Bereichen Wirtschaft, Wissenschaft, Forschung, neue Technologien, Innovation und Nachhaltigkeit; auch Großveranstaltungen in der österreichischen Kunst- und Kulturlandschaft zählen zu ihrem Repertoire.

Darüber hinaus ist Cornelia Ertl Gründerin und Inhaberin der Moderatoren Connection, wo neben Kolleg:innen - Profis wie Newcomer:innen - auch Auftraggebende und Veranstalter:innen von ihrer Expertise und ihrem Netzwerk profitieren.

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Speaker sessions (8)

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

09:00 - 10:00

CIMIx 2026 - Where It All Begins (EN/DE)

Location:Main Stage (Julius-Raab-Saal)Track:Connecting the Dots

Language: English & German

10:00 - 10:45

Keynote | Hope, Transformation, and the Art of Transdisciplinarity (EN)

Location:Main Stage (Julius-Raab-Saal)Track:Connecting the Dots
  • Art
  • Storytelling
  • Design
  • Immersive

Language: English This keynote shows how hope can become a transformative creative force, using transdisciplinary practice - art, design, sensory experience, and co-creation - to reshape systems, relationships, and our collective future.

17:30 - 22:00

Creative Convergence Fiesta feat. Lucy Dreams & Tonica Hunter (EN/DE)

Location:Main Stage (Julius-Raab-Saal)Track:Connecting the Dots
  • Hands-on
  • Art
  • Film & TV
  • Music
  • Wellness
  • Networking

The first day of the conference concludes with the Creative Convergence Fiesta, featuring live music, networking, culinary delights, and a special GenAI showcase. It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate creative connections and enjoy the evening.

Wednesday, 28 January 2026

10:00 - 11:00

Panel | The Sound of Transformation – How Music Festivals Reinvent Themselves in the Digital Age

Location:Hall 6Track:Track 4 | The Business of Live Events
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Music

Language: English Discover how streaming, AI, and new audience experiences are transforming music festivals - and what this shift means for artists, audiences, and the future of live music.

12:15 - 13:00

Collaboration in Action | Finding the Heart of a Healthcare Brand (EN)

Location:Hall 2Track:Track 3 | Cross-Sectoral Collaboration
  • Branding
  • Design
  • Healthcare

Language: English This session shows how KISKA helped Vamed Care turn major transformation into opportunity by rediscovering VITREA’s core identity and uniting clinics across the DACH region.

14:00 - 15:00

Presentation | 124 Ways to Use Events as Stages for Moving Experiences (EN)

Location:Hall 6Track:Track 4 | The Business of Live Events
  • Industry
  • Innovation

Language: English Explore 124 solutions from POINT&’s Mobility & Tourism initiative to engage audiences, amplify reach, and turn sports, culture, and travel experiences into new products, services, and partnerships.

15:00 - 16:00

Talk | Inside Eurovision 2026: How Major Events Power Creative Industries (EN)

Location:Hall 6Track:Track 4 | The Business of Live Events
  • Hands-on
  • Film & TV
  • Music

Language: English A behind-the-scenes look at Eurovision 2026, highlighting its creative ecosystem, city-wide programming, and the economic opportunities for local industries and businesses.

16:00 - 17:00

Panel | Play to Perform: Gamified Innovation in Industrial Processes (EN)

Location:Hall 6Track:Track 3 | Cross-Sectoral Collaboration
  • Augmented Reality
  • Gaming
  • Immersive
  • Industry
  • Innovation

Language: English Discover how playful design and gamified solutions are helping industries innovate, boost efficiency, and rethink the way they work.