Speakers 2026
The education opportunities at Catersource + The Special Event feature presentations from more than 100 industry luminaries who have been there, done that, and are armed with content that’s trendy, thought-provoking, and always influential.
Christian Seidenstuecker, Founder and CEO, JOKE Event AG
Christian studied business administration and has been an entrepreneur in the events industry since 1992, when he founded JOKE Event AG. The agency is dedicated to staging brands, creating memorable experiences, and inspiring audiences - whether live, hybrid, or online. From the first creative idea to full-scale execution, JOKE Event delivers tailor-made solutions supported by in-house production and logistics. The agency works across all formats and industries - in Germany, across Europe, and around the globe. Today, with more than 140 employees and six offices across Germany, as well as offices in Vienna and Barcelona, JOKE Event is among the leading agencies for live communication. From 2010 to 2023, Christian served as President of ILEA Chapter Europe. ILEA (International Live Events Association) is a global community of thousands of creative event professionals whose skills, expertise, and experience power some of the most influential live events around the world.