Join us as we explore the mindset and approach of figures who changed history through their entrepreneurialism. Take a deep dive into the Medici's business success as we explore how one can go about conquering all aspects of life. We will hear from Charles Turner, Philipp Ahrenkiel and Cris Zimmerman!

Learn how adding impact to your business or startup can attract the interest and investment of family offices looking to place their funds for long term impact and positive societal change. Truely be the change you want to see in the world, and invest your time and money in that change - as a key lesson of Cosimo Medici.

Sheffield has a long history of entrepreurialism, with the formation of a dynamic materials science economy dating back to the 14th century. This focus has drastically shaped the history of the world, with the inventions of Stainless Steel and the Bessemer process often being attributed as the begingin of the Technological Revolution.

A parallel can be seen within Tuscany's capital city, Florence, where one Cosimo de' Medici's lifework established a legacy that also changed the region and world forever. Cosimo de’ Medici was a truly entrepreneurial spirit. Combining business, art, and family he established his menage as the effective rulers of Florence. His bank arguably funded the Renaissance, and his ancestors enabled the work of artists including Verrocchio, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and Michelangelo.

Both Cities, tied by the heratige of their hero's, maintining their legacies of excellence.

Joining us all the way from Florence, Venture.Community is thrilled to announce Cris Zimmerman Co-Founder of Medici Legacy & Medici Global Ventures – world-renowned public speaker and entrepreneur – to impart his wisdom in the Intersection of Leadership, Technology and Personal Growth.

Deeply inspired by the history and teaching of the Medici family, this event will explore success in every metric, and how to get there. Join us as we dissect their methods to show you how to build a legacy like Cosimo Medici’s.

Cris Zimmerman –

An entrepreneur and business owner who has set up more than 20 companies in 5 different countries. As a German lawyer, and leader of a family office, he invested in real estate, built a catering and food delivery business, opened the Good Coffee chain, and co-founded an urban mission organisation with his family.

His love for Italy and the Renaissance has led him to take a deep dive into researching the history and influence of the Medici family. He has since launched a personal & business development company based on the pillars of success learned from generations of the greatest of Florentine patrons.

Cris travels the globe and delivers keynotes on the topics of success, significance and legacy.

Charles Turner -

Current Master Cutler. Charles’ time traveling globally with Durham-Duplex and the Army have made him appreciate the manufacturing excellence found in Sheffield. He isdelighted to play hisl part in promoting Sheffield manufacturing locally, nationally and internationally as well as the "Made in Sheffield" Mark as the Mark of quality products from this distinct geographical location. Charles has deep insights into the historical legacy of this city which he will impart on us.

Philipp Ahrenkiel -

Philipp Ahrenkiel is the third generation to lead the company in the areas of shipping, real estate, sustainability, verification and certification. He holds several national and international board mandates. As an entrepreneur and investor, Philipp Ahrenkiel has accompanied the Swiss Climate companies since 2013, when he moved from Hamburg to Bern. In 2016, he took the lead in implementing the accreditation of Swiss Climate EcoCare GmbH as a verification company for EU MRV, UK MRV and IMO DCS. The company holds several legal and sovereign rights for maritime CO2 regulations. Philipp Ahrenkiel has several (senior) auditor qualifications and certificates for carrying out these activities in the area of sustainability. In the same year, Philipp Ahrenkiel founded blue squared ag under a new flag in order to continue and implement sustainable ship management and shipping projects.

Maximising Your Business Impact and Legacy - Medici Global Ventures

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