As the World Economic Forum gears up for its annual event in Davos, Switzerland, over 3,000 leaders from various sectors are set to convene to address critical global issues. The planning is helmed by Severin Podolak, who brings over 20 years of experience in event management.
Behind the Scenes at Davos: A Closer Look at the World Economic Forum
Behind the Scenes at Davos: A Closer Look at the World Economic Forum
The World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos draws thousands to discuss global challenges and solutions.
Davos, Switzerland, is preparing to host the World Economic Forum's anticipated annual meeting, welcoming over 3,000 influential figures from a spectrum of sectors, including business, politics, and civil society. Kicking off this Monday and continuing until Friday, the meeting will focus on various pressing global challenges like climate change and economic insecurities. Established in 1971 by German economist Klaus Schwab, the forum originally dubbed the European Management Symposium, has evolved into a cornerstone for international discourse.
Leading the logistical intricacies of this significant event is Severin Podolak, the head of event management and operations since 2021. With a rich background including a stint at Swiss Re Group and over two decades in event management, Podolak's role ensures that every aspect — from technology setups to room comfort and catering — runs smoothly for attendees.
"I’m in charge of the nitty-gritty details of the meeting and the person who makes sure that the technology is working, that the rooms are warm enough and everyone is well fed,” Podolak shared. His responsibilities extend to managing session timings, accommodations, transportation logistics, and overall event coordination.
Podolak’s passion lies in orchestrating impactful events that cultivate global change, reflecting the forum's mission to enhance the state of the world through collaborative stakeholder efforts. “The forum’s mission resonates deeply with my professional values,” he noted, emphasizing the significance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in driving meaningful progress on global challenges.
Leading the logistical intricacies of this significant event is Severin Podolak, the head of event management and operations since 2021. With a rich background including a stint at Swiss Re Group and over two decades in event management, Podolak's role ensures that every aspect — from technology setups to room comfort and catering — runs smoothly for attendees.
"I’m in charge of the nitty-gritty details of the meeting and the person who makes sure that the technology is working, that the rooms are warm enough and everyone is well fed,” Podolak shared. His responsibilities extend to managing session timings, accommodations, transportation logistics, and overall event coordination.
Podolak’s passion lies in orchestrating impactful events that cultivate global change, reflecting the forum's mission to enhance the state of the world through collaborative stakeholder efforts. “The forum’s mission resonates deeply with my professional values,” he noted, emphasizing the significance of multi-stakeholder collaboration in driving meaningful progress on global challenges.
