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Entrepreneur & Entertainer

Günter Mainka

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Experience marketing - winning customers emotionally

Günter Mainka, known as the "Event Pope," is an entrepreneur and marketing expert who captivates audiences with innovative ideas and emotionally touching events. Recognized for his creative excellence, he sets standards in the event industry and delights his audience with a practical, humorous speaking style. As a thought leader in the industry and winner of the EVA Award, he is the perfect catalyst for events that inspire and leave a lasting impression. Book Günter Mainka as a keynote speaker, event consultant, or moderator and make your event an unforgettable experience.

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Marketing, Media & PR

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Vita

The “Event Pope” – Stage. Message. Momentum.

Günter Mainka is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, moderator, and one of the most sought-after event and marketing experts in the German-speaking world. Affectionately known in the industry as the “Event Pope,” he blends expertise with innovation, humor, and surprising staging concepts. His signature: events that don’t just inform – they touch, activate, and stay in your memory.

Award-Winning Creative Excellence

Günter Mainka has received numerous accolades for his groundbreaking contributions to the event industry – including the prestigious EVA Award from the FME. His ideas and concepts continually raise the bar. As an author and trade journalist, he is also a respected voice in industry publications and anthologies on live communication, event design, and marketing strategy.

Infotainment with Substance & Showmanship

Günter Mainka knows how to captivate his audience with an engaging, humorous, and practical speaking style. Whether on stage as a speaker, trainer, or moderator, he delivers unconventional ideas, creative presentation techniques, and moments of surprise that create genuine “Aha!” experiences. His mission: messages that stick – and inspire action.

Why Günter Mainka Is the Perfect Fit for Your Event

  • Industry Thought Leader – Decades of experience in event design and marketing
  • EVA Award Winner – Recognized for outstanding event formats
  • Audience Favorite – Entertaining, insightful, and always with a wink
  • Live Communication Expert – Events that resonate emotionally and leave a lasting impact
  • Motivator & Infotainer – Actionable insights delivered with charm and clarity
  • Turn Your Event into an Experience

Book Günter Mainka as your keynote speaker, event consultant, or charismatic moderator – and leave your audience inspired, energized, and deeply impressed. Get in touch now for a non-binding inquiry!

Topics

Experience marketing - Stand out or you're gone!

  • How to create customer experiences and trigger a desire to buy
  • How to attract attention and win new customers
  • How to use creativity, innovation and personality to expand your USP and generate growth


Cry me a river - crises can be opportunities

  • What to do when nothing works?
  • Made a mistake? This can help
  • Creative practical tips for a fresh start
  • Stories & interesting facts from 100 years of business


The power of communication - 
Trends, tips and ideas for customer acquisition

  • 5 steps - Internet success made easy
  • What you can learn from big brands for your business
  • How to recognize and avoid the 7 deadly sins of live communication


Digital awareness - Emotional. Inspiring. Unique.

  • How to create digital experiences for today's and tomorrow's customers
  • How to playfully win over customers with gamification 


Moderation of events, congresses and gala evenings

  • Entertaining and motivating
  • Quick-witted and spontaneous
  • Refreshing and inspiring

References & Press

His clients include well-known companies such as:

  • Best Western Germany
  • BVMW
  • German Seminar for Tourism (DSFT)
  • HSMA
  • IHK Potsdam
  • Lions Club
  • Rotary Club
  • RWE Rhein-Ruhr AG
  • Seminar & Conference Exchange
  • Savings Banks Association Baden-Württemberg
  • Management Circle
  • Maritim Hotels
  • VDMA
  • Congress Palais Kassel
  • Optics Network GmbH
  • Waterski Langenfeld GmbH
  • ASC Automobile Solution Center AG
  • Steigenberger Hotels AG


Awards:

  • MBA Award 2003/2004
  • EVA Award 2004
  • Lions Appreciation Award 2005
  • EIBTM Award 2006
  • Conga Award Nominée 2007
  • Conga Award 2008
  • Business Diamond Award 2008
  • Citizenship Award Medal 2011
  • TMB Award Nominee 2012
  • Lions President's Appreciation Award 2013
  • Pro Agro Nominee 2014 
  • Capt. MICE Future Award 2018
  • Location Award 2018

Publications

Cover: Erlebnismarketing - das Erfolgsmarketing der Zukunft

Erlebnismarketing - das Erfolgsmarketing der Zukunft

ISBN : 3868680284

15.62 €

Amazon: Erlebnismarketing - das Erfolgsmarketing der Zukunft

Presentation types

Required equipment

Equipment: Projector
Projector
Equipment: Laptop
Laptop
Equipment: Headset
Headset
Equipment: Windows notebook
Windows notebook