Welcome to SQUARE

Founded in 2011 by John Neumeier and based in Hamburg, the Bundesjugendballett brings together eight international dance talents. As an ensemble without a permanent venue, it deliberately seeks to break out of the classical theatre space. With great passion, it brings ballet to unusual locations and opens up new perspectives on this art form – as it does at SQUARE.

Roger de Weck studied economics at the University of St.Gallen and began his career in journalism at the Tribune de Genève. His latest book «Das Prinzip Trotzdem – Warum wir den Journalismus vor den Medien retten müssen» was published in 2024.

Karl Gernandt of Kühne + Nagel is one of Germany's most prominent business leaders with international experience. He also contributed his expertise to the structural development of Hamburger SV, where he temporarily headed the supervisory board of the professional football club.

As the first external CEO of Stöckli Swiss Sports AG, Marc Gläser successfully restructured, transformed and internationalised the company. During his two-day residency, he will report on his success with Stöckli – quiz included.