#70 The entrepreneurial gene - Fresh momentum for the finance and event industries
This episode was recorded in German.
Interview with Viktoria Delius-Trillsch, founder & managing director of Disrupting Minds GmbH
From hotel professional to entrepreneur: Viktoria Delius-Trillsch's wide-ranging career
This episode of the "Hope Is Not a Strategy" podcast introduces Viktoria Delius-Trillsch, an impressive entrepreneur and investor. The conversation offers a fascinating look at her career, which began with training as a hotel professional and led to founding her own event agency, rehblau events. Viktoria shares her experience from the world of finance, where she served as Head of Events at Lloyd Fonds before deciding to start her own company. Her broad professional background has enabled her to succeed in both the corporate world and the event industry.
The private banking kongress: A long-standing commitment to the finance world
One focus of the discussion is Viktoria Delius-Trillsch's long-standing involvement in the private banking kongress, the largest wealth management forum in the DACH region. She explains how the congress came about and how it has grown over the years to meet the changing needs of the finance world. Viktoria points to the challenges she and her team face, such as rising costs and the shortage of skilled talent in the event industry. Even so, she is proud of the innovative solutions they have introduced, including a headphone setup that gives attendees more flexibility during conferences.
The finance festival in Frankfurt: A new chapter in the event industry
Another highlight of the episode is Viktoria Delius-Trillsch's newest project, the finance festival in Frankfurt. She describes it as the most interactive industry event the German finance sector has ever seen, promising a mix of deep expert content and innovative formats. Viktoria talks about the challenge of winning sponsors and earning the trust of attendees, but also about the rewards that come with building a successful event. She stresses how much courage and persistence it takes to pull off projects this ambitious.
Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: Be bold and build networks
At the end of the episode, Viktoria Delius-Trillsch offers valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. She emphasizes the importance of courage and networks, and encourages young founders to simply get started and connect with mentors. Her message is clear: the first step is often the hardest, but it is also the most important one on the road to success. With courage, commitment and the right networks, aspiring entrepreneurs can turn their dreams into reality and succeed.
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