SHAPE
WHAT´S
NEXT
COPENHAGEN
#SWNXT
17-19
SEPT 25
DESIGN JOURNEY
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>> COPENHAGEN // DESIGN // LEARNING JOURNEY // CORPORATE HOSPITALITY // DATA STRATEGY // PEOPLE EXPERIENCE // ***** >> LEARNING JOURNEY // HOSPITALITY // DATA STRATEGY // EXPERIENCE // GLOABL COLLABORATIONS ✦
THE FUTURE OF HOSPITALITY
A LEARNING JOURNEY (#SWNXT)
WE WILL BE VISITING BEST-PRACTICE LOCATIONS AND INSPIRING PLACES THAT SHAPE SUCCESSFUL, THRIVING BUSINESSES AND VIBRANT CULTURES. FOUNDED AND CURATED BY
Philipp Kirnbauer
>> CULTURAL PIONEERS
>> GLOBAL COLLABORATIONS
THE INTERSECTION OF ART, MUSIC, FASHION, AND CULTURE PROVIDES A WEALTH OF INSPIRATION, OFFERING REAL, TACTILE 'THINGS' OF LASTING QUALITY IN A BINARY WORLD.
AT SHAPE WHAT'S NEXT, WE BELIEVE IN CO-CREATION, SHARED VISION, AND AUTONOMY TO CREATE MEANINGFUL, EMPATHETIC PEOPLE EXPERIENCES THAT SPAN BORDERS.
COPENHAGEN’S
VIBRANT ECOSYSTEM IS IDEAL FOR EXPLORING THESE QUESTIONS. WITH A SMALL GROUP OF EIGHT TO TWELVE PARTICIPANTS, WE WILL DIVE INTO COPENHAGEN'S CREATIVE AND INNOVATIVE LANDSCAPE, TRANSFORMING CHALLENGES INTO OPPORTUNITIES.

MEET THE SPEARHEADS
WHY JOIN US ?
BY RETHINKING HOSPITALITY, RETAIL AND WORKPLACE EXPERIENCES, YOU'LL GAIN FRESH PERSPECTIVES ON CREATING IMPACTFUL SPACES. OUR DIVERSE PROGRAMME AND PARTICIPANTS WILL SPARK INNOVATION AND SHARE BEST PRACTICES, HELPING US EXPLORE CORPORATE HOSPITALITY, DATA STRATEGY AND PEOPLE EXPERIENCES. WITH TECHNOLOGICAL CHANGE AT THE FOREFRONT, SHAPE WHAT'S NEXT WILL EQUIP YOU TO NAVIGATE AND SHAPE THIS NEW ERA WITH CONFIDENCE.
>> HOSPITALITY
>> DATA STRATEGY
>> EXPERIENCE
IT ALL BEGAN IN BOSTON, FEBRUARY 2024.
LED BY RAPHAEL GIELGEN, A GROUP OF PIONEERS FROM ARCHITECTURE, HOSPITALITY, RETAIL, AND FUTURE FORESIGHT EMBARKED ON A TRANSFORMATIVE JOURNEY TO BOSTON
WE EXPLORED THE MIT MEDIA LAB, BOSTON DYNAMICS, MIT THE ENGINE, OTHER TOMORROWS, AND REALTIME ROBOTICS.
THIS JOURNEY CHANGED OUR PERSPECTIVE AND INSPIRED THE CREATION OF "SHAPE WHAT'S NEXT," SPARKING THE IDEA TO EXPAND THE BANDWIDTH OF COLLABORATION AND MINDSETS.
#SHAPEWHATSNEXT ( #SWNXT)
OUR MISSION IS TO GATHER SPEARHEADING MINDS FROM DIVERSE DOMAINS, JOINING A JOURNEY TO EXTEND THEIR KNOW-HOW AND EXPLORE THE SOURCES OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP.
WE ARE CULTURAL PIONEERS, SPEARHEADS, AND TRAILBLAZERS
HELLO I am:
PHILIPP KIRNBAUER
I BELIEVE CO-CREATION AND AUTONOMY DRIVE INNOVATIVE GLOBAL COLLABORATIONS.
WITH OVER 20 YEARS AS A DESIGN DIRECTOR, I MANAGE COMMERCIAL INTERIOR PROJECTS FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION, SPECIALIZING IN PUBLIC SPACES, BUSINESS LOUNGES, AND CONTRACT CATERING.
I HAVE A STRONG TRACK RECORD OF PROFITABLE GROWTH IN EUROPEAN MARKETS. I FOCUS ON HOSPITALITY DESIGN AND BUSINESS MODELS.
I AM PASSIONATE ABOUT VINYL RECORDS, ARTS, AND SKATEBOARDING
I ENJOY COLLABORATING WITH LEADING BRANDS , UNIVERSITIES AND CULTURAL PIONEERS THRIVING IN PEOPLE-CENTRIC ENVIRONMENTS
SPOTS ON OUR COPENHAGEN JOURNEY :
In the “Honeydew” episode of The Bear, Marcus embarks on a quiet culinary odyssey through Copenhagen to refine his craft. We follow in his footsteps, tracing the flavors, textures, and inspiration he discovers along the way.
The spot list provided is a preview of the program and will undergo further refinement to ensure an enriching learning experience.
Hart Bageri (Holmen):
A renowned bakery founded by Richard Hart, offering artisanal pastries and breads. Marcus visits to sample their creations and gain inspiration.
Poulette (Nørrebro)
A POPULAR SPOT KNOWN FOR ITS SPICY FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICHES. MARCUS ENJOYS ONE DURING HIS EXPLORATION OF THE CITY.
• Joan's Pølser at Kongens Nytorv:
A traditional Danish hot dog stand located at a central square. Marcus grabs a classic Danish hot dog here.
• NOMA GARDEN (REFSHALEØEN):
WHILE NOT DINING THERE, MARCUS VISITS THE GARDEN OF THE WORLD-FAMOUS NOMA RESTAURANT TO SEEK INSPIRATION FROM ITS INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO GASTRONOMY.
• BLOX (Bryghusgade)
Home to the Danish Architecture Center, BLOX brings together exhibitions, startups, and design labs under one roof. Overlooking the harbor, it’s a crossroads for architects, urbanists, and future-makers.
DATA STRATEGY // HOSPITALITY DESIGN // EXPERIENCE
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GLOBAL COLLABORATIONS //
DATA STRATEGY // HOSPITALITY DESIGN // EXPERIENCE >> GLOBAL COLLABORATIONS //

SEPT 17-19 2025
We organize and coordinate visits and moderate them. We do not handle travel or accommodation. By filling out the form, you’re showing interest. This is just information, not an offer. You will receive an offer once you’ve shown interest.
per DAY
485 €
excl VAT/MWST
Programme Details:
Date: Sept 17192025
Hotel: tbd
(meeting place only; accommodation not included)
Fee: €485 excl VAT per tour day
(excludes hotel accommodation, meals, beverages, taxi/tube ,etc..)
SEPT 17
Arrival at 18:00, dinner together
SEPT_18&19
2 Full tour days
Limited Availability:
Only a few spots remain available. Early booking is recommended as spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
„Please note*:
The fee of €485 excl VAT per tour day covers organisational costs only and does not include hotel accommodation, meals, beverages, taxi/tube rides, etc.
COPENHAGEN
>> INFO HERE // LIMITED SLOTS // RVSP
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>> INFO HERE // LIMITED SLOTS // RVSP ✦
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We organize and coordinate visits and moderate them. We do not handle travel or accommodation. By filling out the form, you’re showing interest. This is just information, not an offer. You will receive an offer once you’ve shown interest