With “Global Minds – Local Meetings,” IHK Mittlerer Niederrhein, KREFELD BUSINESS and Hochschule Niederrhein are launching a new joint event format for international professionals, globally oriented companies, and everyone committed to fostering an open-minded Krefeld and a strong Mittlerer Niederrhein region.

The focus is on exchanging ideas, gaining new perspectives, and building cooperation – with the shared goal of positioning and further developing Krefeld and the region as an attractive, international business location. Participation is free of charge and limited to 50 participants.

What makes Global Minds – Local Meetings special?
• Thinking globally, meeting locally – an international meet-up in a personal setting
• Direct interactions with networking opportunities
• Workshops and thematic insights
• Promoting intercultural competence and international collaboration
• Space for ideas, new partnerships, and shared visions

Who should attend?
All internationally active economic stakeholders in and around Krefeld, such as:
• Global Professionals: Expats and international specialists
• Local Professionals: internationally active HR and sales managers, business development managers, integration experts
• Representatives of internationally engaged companies, institutions, associations, and communities in the region

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Agenda: First Networking Event, November 13, 2025 (6:00–7:30 pm) 

1. Welcome, Service & Network Overview: GMLM
2. Workshop: Expectations & Ideas  
3. Discussion & Get-to-Know / Networking
4. What’s Next: Upcoming Events & Feedback 

Closing 7:30 pm 

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Let’s work together to make Krefeld and the region even more international! 

More information and registration: IHK Mittlerer Niederrhein.