Annual kick-off event 2026

What can you expect?

We take a look at the main legal challenges in 2026 and would like to discuss them with you.

As last year, the day will begin with a keynote speech on the current geopolitical challenges. This presentation will be given by Stefano Moritsch (Global Lead Geopolitics, KPMG International) and Dr. Benedikt Herles (Co-Lead Geopolitics, KPMG Germany). The two speakers will describe and categorize current geopolitical events.

Prof. Dr. Heiko von der Gracht (Head of Technology Foresight, KPMG Germany) will then explain how organizations can use foresight methods such as scenario planning and trend analyses to anticipate uncertainties, evaluate potential disruptions and develop robust strategies for sustainable competitiveness.

After the discussion, we offer you in-depth insights into individual topics from the following areas as part of our elective sessions:

• More drive in public procurement and awarding – How reforms are starting and how practice is already moving forward
• The new European packaging regulation PPWR.
• Monitoring cockpit of global regulatory requirements in rapidly changing times
• Financing of infrastructure projects – start and key points over the entire lifecycle
• Internal Investigations – benefit and effort in relation
• Saving costs in the legal department
• The EU Pay Transparency Directive – legal requirements and practical consequences
• News on directors’ and officers’ liability

The most important information at a glance:

• Date: January 28, 2026
• Time: 08:30 to 13:00
• Location: On the premises of the KPMG Berlin office
• Participation: free of charge

Organizer

KPMG Law Law Firm