With the South Tyrolean Knowledge Forum, Europe's largest education event series comes to the region for the fifth time in 2018, which stands out like no other for bridging the gap between the German and Italian economic areas. Seven outstanding speakers, each captivating in their own way, cover a wide range of topics from communication to motivation, leadership, health, and success. The summer alpine ambiance of the city of Bolzano promises a day full of impulses, inspiration, and new insights. Alongside the educational value, the forum thrives on excellent networking opportunities, which were evident last year with the presence of nearly 600 business leaders and strong cooperation partners from the region. With Joey Kelly, a TV-famous musician and extreme athlete, will share insights on what it takes to drive oneself to top performance in both sports and professional life. Another familiar face is Walter Kohl, son of former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl, who will explain what makes a good leader in today's world. Christian Lindemann, a Cirque du Soleil artist, motivates with humor to bravely navigate through "the stage of life." Former secret agent Leo Martin demonstrates how to easily decipher the intentions of others. Andreas Herz provides the right mix of career and resilience to program oneself for top performance. Additionally, Prof. Dr. Axel Jockwer and Prof. Dr. Jutta Rump offer insights into the world of Silicon Valley and the future job markets. The program is hosted by the charming moderator Silvia B. Pitz. For more information about the event, the speakers, special packages for groups and companies, as well as ticket ordering options, visit www.wissensforum.it.