Talk Zone

Talk Zone – The central hub for knowledge, trends & inspiration

Welcome to the Talk Zone, the main stage for everyone shaping the future of the handicraft and hobby industry. Here you can look forward to hosted panel discussions, interviews, impulse lectures and masterclasses – all free and open to every trade visitor.

Experience leading experts sharing the latest trends, forward-looking developments and successful best-practice solutions. Whether you work in retail, manufacturing, design, marketing or creative production, the Talk Zone provides fresh ideas, valuable industry insights and first-hand inspiration.

All sessions serve as starting points for the Deep Dive workshops and additional interactive formats in the other event zones. This allows you to explore key topics in greater depth and turn inspiration into practical action.

Highlights at a glance:

• Open stage for all trade visitors
• High-level panels, interviews & impulse sessions
• Current trends, real insights, immediately applicable ideas
• Opportunities to dive deeper in other event zones
• Free and open seating – just join and get inspired