People Forward Meetup for HR Business Partners, L&D & Orgdev experts

People Forward is an evening event for People & Culture professionals who want to grow, connect, and lead with purpose. Whether you are an HR Business Partner, L&D specialist , or an Organisational Development professional - we invite you to join us!

At MOIA, we believe that shaping the future of work means investing in learning, conscious leadership, and intentional organisational development. That’s why we’re hosting People Forward.

Join us on 17 September 2025 at our Hamburg office and connect with others driving meaningful change in the world of work. Expect thought-provoking input, practical tools, and space for honest dialogue — all in a relaxed atmosphere with food and drinks on us.

🎤 Program Overview
18:45 –19:15 Strategic Business Partnering: How to Become a Credible Sparring Partner to People Managers
Gabija Wegner, Lead People & Relations Business Partner at MOIA
What does it take to move from support function to strategic force? In this talk, Gabija shares how HR can show up as a trusted, credible, and courageous partner to people managers — combining data literacy, relationship-building, and business acumen.
→ Followed by 15 min Q&A

19:30 –20:00 Positive Leadership: Shaping Teams with Strength & Optimism
Janina Stucke, Career Coach at Gebr. Heinemann
In this session, Janina introduces the principles of Positive Leadership and how they can help teams thrive, even in complex or high-change environments. Learn how to focus on strengths, foster psychological safety, and create a culture of appreciation.
→ Followed by 15 min Q&A

20:15 – Networking, Food & Drinks
Enjoy a relaxed get-together with peers from across the People & Culture landscape.

🗓 Event Details
📅 Date: 17 September 2025
🕕 Time: Doors & Food at 18:00 · First talk starts at 18:45
📍 Location: MOIA Office, Stadthausbrücke 8, 20355 Hamburg
(S1/S3 Stadthausbrücke · U3 Rödingsmarkt · U2 Gänsemarkt)

🛠 Accessibility
Our office is wheelchair accessible via lift.