BMW GROUP @ ONE YOUNG WORLD THE HAGUE SUMMIT 2018.

From 17-20 October 2018, for the third time, the BMW Group sent a delegation of young employees to the One Young World Summit, which was held this year in The Hague. At a different location each year, the future congress hosted by the organisation One Young World (OYW) brings together leaders and talents from global companies to promote networking and exchange on the most pressing global issues for the future. As in 2017, Peter Schwarzenbauer, member of the Board of Management of BMW AG, once again addressed the young participants in a keynote speech.

THE BMW GROUP’S OYW DELEGATES 2018.

The 36 BMW Group delegates discussed sustainable perspectives for cross-cutting social and ecological issues with the other participants. Responsible conduct, both in the interest of society and within the company’s own value chain, is firmly established in the BMW Group’s corporate culture, not least through its sustainability strategy. The company has always trusted in the ideas and pioneering spirit of the younger generation and invests accordingly in training new managers. The goals of the BMW Group therefore go hand in hand with the vision of One Young World.

Andrea Wimmer, BMW Group Germany

“The days we spent together at the One Young World Summit in The Hague, with nearly 2,000 young talents from around the world, were both inspiring and motivating. They made me realise once again how important it is to make a personal contribution towards social responsibility both within the company and in our private lives. If we show real interest, genuine tolerance and ongoing commitment, and have the courage to stand up for our decisions, we can all make a lasting contribution to improving our society and our environment.”

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Gabriel Hamilton, BMW Group USA

“For me, the Summit made seemingly distant problems, tangible. It motivated us as individuals to take ownership of these issues, and more importantly, take action. All said it was a deeply inspiring and transformative experience.”

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Stephen Skolnik, BMW Group USA

“As a gathering of some of the world’s brightest minds, the next generation of free thinkers assembled at One Young World to not only collaborate on globally relevant issues, but take steps towards shaping them. We entered The Hague as delegates, but we left it as ambassadors of hope with the common desire to change that which was once thought of as unchangeable.”

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Alexa Goldschmidt, BMW Group Germany

“There are no words that could even describe the vibrant energy and positive attitude of the 1800+ delegates from all over the world. One Young World Summit in The Hague gave me the chance to become more aware of our planet’s problems, to connect to people all over the world and to make friends that will definitely stay in my life. What I took home is that the world is changing faster and we have to take over the guidance, because our generation has the chance and power to make an impact. And impact can happen in many ways. Every little step counts! Like Bob Geldof said to us: “You have the power, you certainly have the genius and all we need now is the magic!”

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Johannes Mittermaier, BMW Group Deutschland

Johannes Mittermaier, BMW Group Germany

"Major global companies play an increasingly important role in our globalised world. But this power also comes with responsibility. Companies that want to be successful in the future will therefore have to accept their social responsibility in the world. But it is ultimately always up to each and every one of us to contribute to the whole through our actions – here at BMW and in our private lives.”

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Yvonne Schrader, BMW Group Germany

“Participating in OYW for me was overwhelming and eye-opening. More than 1,800 delegates from 193 countries all over the world coming together with one aim – sharing ideas to build a better world. The definition of purpose for every corporation has to be reinterpreted to shift into social impact. I’ve learned that everybody can contribute to building a better world – any impact is better than none. Start small, but start.”

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Henry Fulmer, BMW Group USA

“One Young World is a launching pad for understanding the issues we face as a society and is a great motivator to bring action. It was a humbling experience to witness the problems our generation is tackling throughout the world. As a BMW delegate, I feel inspired and committed to help solve the challenges ahead. We have a responsibility to make an impact, as individuals and as a company. Can’t is not an option!”

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Impressions from The Hague.

Under the motto “Purpose”, Peter Schwarzenbauer, as official “counsellor” to the OYW event, talked in his keynote speech about his vision of the leadership culture of the future.
“Purpose” also serves as the theme for the BMW Group delegation 2018. Their agenda also featured a discussion with Nobel Prize winner Muhammad Yunus.

The One Young World event is an excellent platform for raising awareness among young managers and motivating them to make a personal contribution to their social and professional environment. This year, I have once again been impressed by the enthusiasm our young talents bring to their commitment and furthering their ideas. They are not only creating added value for us as a company, but also for wider society.

Peter Schwarzenbauer

Member of the Board of Management of BMW AG and supporter of the One Young World event

Thank you to ONE YOUNG WORLD for the image rights.

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