Frequently Asked Questions
Everything event managers, HR decision-makers and leaders want to know before booking.
Here event managers, HR decision-makers and leaders find all key information about booking Christian Wehner as a keynote speaker for AI, Future Skills, Innovation and Leadership – from fees and formats to slots and briefing, answered transparently and directly.
What does a keynote by Christian Wehner cost?
Fees are market-rate and depend on format, duration, travel and event type. Send a short enquiry and receive a concrete proposal within 24 hours. Enquire now →
How far in advance should I book?
Well-booked speakers often have 100 to 150 appearances per year. The classic peak seasons – annual conferences, kick-offs and strategy days in autumn and spring – fill up quickly. Six months in advance is ideal. But last-minute bookings are not impossible – just ask.
Which languages does Christian Wehner speak in?
German and English – both at the same level. The language can be chosen based on the audience or mixed within a single event.
What formats are available?
15, 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes – as a keynote, impulse talk or deep-dive format with interactive elements. The format is agreed in the briefing conversation based on your event, audience and desired impact.
Can Christian Wehner be booked as a moderator or facilitator?
No. Christian Wehner is a keynote speaker and impulse presenter. He deliberately does not moderate evenings or facilitate full-day workshops – specialists do that better. His focus is the keynote.
Which slot works best for a keynote?
There are three fundamentally different slots: the inspiring opener that sets the tone for the entire day, the post-lunch slot that needs energy and interaction, and the closer that keeps everyone until the end. Each slot demands a different kind of keynote. This is decided together in the briefing – not just whatever slot happens to be free.
Is there a briefing conversation before the event?
Always. The briefing conversation is not a luxury – it is a prerequisite. The difference between a good and an unforgettable keynote almost always comes down to the quality of the briefing. The first conversation is free.
Can I book through an agency?
Christian Wehner is represented by various speaker agencies in the market. If you prefer to book through an agency – that works perfectly. If you prefer to book directly, you're in the right place: hello@christianwehner.com – response within 24 hours.
Which industries and company sizes is Christian Wehner suitable for?
From DAX corporations to mid-sized companies, from banks to tech companies to the construction industry. The KIDULT philosophy and the topics AI, Future Skills, Innovation and Leadership are relevant across industries.
Should Christian Wehner sit on a panel after the keynote?
He advises against it. A good keynote has magic – which is destroyed when theses are immediately picked apart in a discussion round. Better: use the keynote content as an anchor for the subsequent panel without involving the speaker himself. More in the 8 tips for event managers.
What tone does a keynote by Christian Wehner set?
Scientific substance, humour and unvarnished authenticity. No empty motivational phrases. Christian Wehner asks uncomfortable questions and gives the audience a new tool to take away – not a to-do list. The Handelsblatt writes: "What Wehner achieves is getting others to think about how they themselves can break out of their categories."
What does the slide design look like?
The slides are visually distinctive – not the internal corporate identity, but professional and matched to the stage setting. It is worth discussing the slides briefly in the briefing so that the visual impression fits the event.
Are there references and testimonials?
Yes – from Microsoft, Red Bull, Google, RWTH Aachen, EBS University x Brand Academy, Bavarian Construction Industry Association and others. All testimonials on the references page →
Is Christian Wehner suitable for customer events, product launches or press conferences?
Yes. Christian Wehner speaks not only at internal corporate events but also at customer events, product launches and industry conferences. His topics – childlike curiosity, AI culture, innovation – work equally well for internal audiences and external customer or partner events. The exact format is agreed in the briefing.
How media-ready is the appearance – can he be used in front of cameras or journalists?
Yes. Christian Wehner is experienced with media: TEDx, ARD, SAT.1, RTL, Handelsblatt portrait, Table Briefings. He is camera-confident, formulates precisely and delivers quotable statements. His appearance is also suitable for events with media coverage or as part of a PR campaign.
Does Christian Wehner have experience with industry-specific associations and specialist conferences?
Yes. His clients include the Bavarian Construction Industry Association, RWTH Aachen, EBS University x Brand Academy and the Davos Digital Forum. The KIDULT philosophy is deliberately designed to work across industries – and is adapted to the specific professional context in the briefing.
Can the keynote be tailored to a specific industry or event theme?
Yes, and that is standard – not an extra. Before every keynote there is a briefing conversation covering industry, audience, internal challenges and event context. The core message stays the same; the connection points are set individually.
Is an impulse talk possible within internal leadership programmes or corporate universities?
Yes. The 15 to 30 minute impulse format is specifically suited for internal leadership programmes, corporate universities and L&D events. It delivers a clear content impulse without consuming the full time frame of an event – ideal as an opening or closing to a development day.
What is the difference between a keynote and an impulse talk – and when does each make sense?
A keynote (45–90 minutes) sets the content framework of an event, develops a thesis and lets it land with the audience. An impulse talk (15–30 minutes) focuses on a single core message – precise, condensed, without pause to breathe. The keynote suits annual conferences and main stages; the impulse talk suits internal programmes, kick-offs and thematic introductions.