Young Leaders Reunion Day 2025

The Atlantik-Brücke, together with the American Council on Germany, is delighted to invite you to our upcoming Young Leaders Reunion Day. Our activities offer a unique opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni and engage in important discussions on the future of transportation, geoeconomic challenges, and the evolving landscape of journalism. Here is an overview of what is planned.

Daytime Program

Visit to Deutsche Bahn AG

11:00 am – 2:00 pm

ICE-Werk Berlin-Rummelsburg, Saganer Straße 3, 10317 Berlin

How is Germany transforming its transportation sector? What efforts are being made to strengthen rail services, and what challenges lie ahead? Get an exclusive look behind the scenes at the Deutsche Bahn’s ICE maintenance facility in Berlin, and join us for an insightful discussion on the future of mobility. Thank you to Dr. Andrea Berndt and our corporate member – Deutsche Bahn AG – for welcoming us „on board“.

Visit to Dezernat Zukunft 

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Chausseestraße 111, 10115 Berlin

Economic shifts, geopolitical tensions, and transatlantic rifts – what are the implications for Germany, Europe, and transatlantic relations? Are recent bold moves in defense and infrastructure spending a game changer and how should the new German government set its priorities? Many thanks to our alumni, Philippa Sigl-Glöckner and Max Krahé, for welcoming us and facilitating this important debate.

Evening Program
Visit to Axel Springer SE & Young Leaders Alumni Reception 2025

5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Axel Springer SE, Axel-Springer-Straße 65, 10969 Berlin

Go behind the scenes at one of Germany’s leading news institutions. Explore the newsroom, enjoy stunning rooftop views, and reconnect over food and drinks at the Journalistenclub as we celebrate the German-American Young Leaders Program. We are grateful to our corporate member – Axel Springer SE – for their generous hospitality.