We transform Ideas
into impactful realities

We connect visionaries, governments and economy to create sustainable solutions for the challenges of our time.

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We create
for good

Shaping tomorrow—sustainably, responsibly, impactfully, together.

We create for good

In Brasilia with Manuela Schwesig as president of the federal counsel and Adalberto Maluf, National Secretary of the Brazilian Government
StrategieWerkstatt Digitalisation
Conference in East Africa
UN Global Innovation Hub

Mission

What we do...

At Viventure, we work within an extraordinary network of national and international organizations, governments, and businesses to develop solutions for the key challenges of our time. We initiate projects, drive innovation, and foster meaningful dialogue. As thought leaders and changemakers, we create spaces for open exchange, ensuring inclusivity, integrity, and credibility in everything we do.

Vision

Why we do it..

What drives us is the commitment to creating a better, more sustainable world. Guided by the Sustainable Development Goals, we focus on meaningful actions that drive social, environmental, and economic progress. Through collaboration and innovation, we strive to make a lasting impact for future generations.

Mission

What we do...

At Viventure, we work within an extraordinary network of national and international organizations, governments, and businesses to develop solutions for the key challenges of our time. We initiate projects, drive innovation, and foster meaningful dialogue. As thought leaders and changemakers, we create spaces for open exchange, ensuring inclusivity, integrity, and credibility in everything we do.

Vision

Why we do it..

What drives us is the commitment to creating a better, more sustainable world. Guided by the Sustainable Development Goals, we focus on meaningful actions that drive social, environmental, and economic progress. Through collaboration and innovation, we strive to make a lasting impact for future generations.

ACTION

From idea to impact. We...

01

CONNECT​

We organize conferences and workshops to foster action and implementation of solutions.
Through our network we bring together the relevant stakeholders from economy, governments, universities and associations nationally and globally.

02

CREATE​

We create concrete projects and frameworks as an outcome of our workshops and conferences. Together with partners and clients we build long-term but flexible strategies and immediate action plans.

03

TRANSFORM

We use design-thinking and co-creation methods in our workshops and offer project management support to guide our customer through change and transition.  

WHAT'S NEXT

Upcoming events.

SPEAKER

Münster, NRW

03.06.2025
Memo-Tagung

Save the Date:

Strategiewerkstatt @ MEMO Conference!

We’re excited to present the Strategiewerkstatt format at the MEMO Conference at the University of Münster!
📅 June 3, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Main Stage

Organized by the Chair of Innovation and Public Sector Digitalization (Prof. Dr. Jörn von Lucke / Prof. Dr. Brandt), the conference offers exciting insights into the future of public administration – and we’ll be there with a presentation.

Workshop | Moderation

Bonn, NRW

24.6.2025
Systemic Innovation workshop

Save the Date:

UGIH Systemic Innovation Workshop #13

We’re pleased to be part of the 13th Systemic Innovation Workshop organized by the UN Climate Change Global Innovation Hub (UGIH) in Bonn, Germany.
📅 24 June 2025
🕤 09:30 – 18:00 
📍 GIZ Campus, Bonn

We will moderate and be facilitating a session at the workshop, which brings together actors from policy, finance, and innovation to explore systemic solutions for climate action

Initiator

RWTH, Aachen

StrategieWerkstatt NRW

Save the Date:

STRATEGIE // WERKSTATT NRW – Kick-off Event

How can municipalities remain capable of action despite limited staff and financial resources – and position themselves for the future?

📅 8 July 2025
🕤 10:00 – 17:00
📍 RWTH Aachen

Inspiring keynotes and panel discussions with leading experts from public administration, academia, and technology
Success stories from municipal practice – showcasing the first pilot projects of the StrategieWerkstatt
Hands-on strategy workshop exploring the opportunities, limitations, and ethical questions surrounding AI and digital transformation in the public sector

ACTION

From idea to impact. We...

01

CONNECT

We organize conferences and workshops to foster action and implementation of solutions.
Through our network we bring together the relevant stakeholders from economy, governments, universities and associations nationally and globally.

02

CREATE

We create concrete projects and frameworks as an outcome of our workshops and conferences. Together with partners and clients we build long-term but flexible strategies and immediate action plans.

03

TRANSFORM

We use design-thinking and co-creation methods in our workshops and offer project management support to guide our customer through change and transition.  

We create for
Digitalization & AI

At Viventure, we drive the digital transformation with a clear vision: making systems efficient, future-ready, and competitive. While discussions about administrative failures dominate headlines, we focus on solutions—developing strategies that improve processes and create a solid foundation for a digital future. From AI-driven innovations to modernizing public services, we work to ensure that Germany doesn’t fall behind but leads the way in smart, sustainable and value based digitalization.

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The "It works after all" republic

That was one of the headlines on the front page of WELT. The article discusses a ‘dysfunctional state’ in many areas.

A podcast from Lage der Nation (State of the Nation) highlighted numerous examples of administrative failures.

Another headline read: ‘Germany misses targets for the digitalisation of authorities.’

While some points may be journalistic exaggeration, in many respects, we must make a great effort to keep up with international competition and avoid falling behind. It is crucial to position our country as best as possible for a successful future.

What it takes...

THE CORE IDEA

We are developing a growing community with more and more partners, where concrete, actionable solutions for processes and administrative procedures are created.

Subsequently, these developed solutions are made available to all counties, cities and municipalities through a platform.

THE CORE IDEA

We are developing a growing community with more and more partners, where concrete, actionable solutions for processes and administrative procedures are created.

Subsequently, these developed solutions are made available to all counties, cities and municipalities through a platform.

The Journey

01

Building
partnerships

Collaborate with municipal partners, umbrella organisations, districts, cities, towns, and IT service providers to create a space for solutions.

02

Develop
solutions

In the co-creation process, concrete, practical solutions for administrative processes and procedures are developed.

03

Solution
implementation

The solutions developed are implemented in close cooperation with all partners involved and can be used by all players in the process.

04

Provision of
solutions

The solutions developed will be made available to all districts, cities and municipalities nationally on one platform.

06

Further
development

The solutions are continuously adapted and the latest technological developments are integrated.

Handout

Berlin

New approaches to the digitalization of municipal administration

Handout

Stuttgart

New approaches to the digitalization of municipal administration

Handout

Kamp-Lintfort

Kick off Workshop Kamp-Lintfort

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KRZN

Opportunities for the use of AI in municipal administration

"We need to find a new beginning for the digitization of administration. To put it bluntly, we would have to say: We have failed so far. There are islands and oases on these islands - but we must manage to become more digital across the board. I am looking forward to working with district administrators, digitization managers from the districts, representatives of the federal and state governments, and interesting experts to develop new ways to digitize districts more quickly and effectively."

Dr. Kay Ruge

Dr. Kay Ruge, Stellvertretender Hauptgeschäftsführer des Deutschen Landkreistages​

"We need to find a new beginning for the digitization of administration. To put it bluntly, we would have to say: We have failed so far. There are islands and oases on these islands - but we must manage to become more digital across the board. I am looking forward to working with district administrators, digitization managers from the districts, representatives of the federal and state governments, and interesting experts to develop new ways to digitize districts more quickly and effectively."

Dr. Kay Ruge

Dr. Kay Ruge, Stellvertretender Hauptgeschäftsführer des Deutschen Landkreistages​

We create for
Climate & Sustainability

At Viventure, we see climate action and sustainability as one of the most critical topics of our times. Hence it’s not only our responsibility—as radical optimists we see opportunitiy to shape a better future. Driving innovation, awareness, and impact, we inspire change, empower businesses, and create solutions that make a real difference. Join us in building a world where progress and sustainability go hand in hand.

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We work with the Sustainability Development Goals

Strategic Partnership with the UN Global Innovation Hub

At Viventure, we transform ideas into impactful realities. As a strategic partner of the UN Global Innovation Hub (UNFCCC), we collaborate to drive innovative solutions for climate action and sustainability. The Hub connects 250+ organizations worldwide, fostering a network of networks to scale proven solutions and accelerate progress toward the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
<br>Through this partnership, we support the global implementation of transformative projects, ensuring that innovation meets real-world challenges—especially in the Global South, where development initiatives can have the greatest impact.

We work with the Sustainability Development Goals

Strategic Partnership with the UN Global Innovation Hub

At Viventure, we transform ideas into impactful realities. As a strategic partner of the UN Global Innovation Hub (UNFCCC), we collaborate to drive innovative solutions for climate action and sustainability. The Hub connects 250+ organizations worldwide, fostering a network of networks to scale proven solutions and accelerate progress toward the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
<br>Through this partnership, we support the global implementation of transformative projects, ensuring that innovation meets real-world challenges—especially in the Global South, where development initiatives can have the greatest impact.

Strategic Development

BAKU, Azerbaijan

Green Finance Panel at COP29

The transition to a sustainable economy requires bold action and innovative financial solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and corporates committed to climate action often face significant funding challenges when developing and scaling sustainable products and services. Traditional financing structures may not always align with the needs of these forward-thinking businesses, making it crucial to explore new avenues for investment and capital mobilization.

Project Development

NEW YORK, USA

Systemic Innovation workshop

Preparation and moderation of workshops for the Global Innovation Hub of the UN Climate Change Secretariat (UNFCCC) during Climate Week in New York.

Definition of key topics and development of concrete, actionable innovation projects in collaboration with 80 participants from around the world.

Formulation of a framework, assembly of project teams, and definition of a co-creation process to implement the identified projects.

Moderation

DUBAI, UAE

COP28

Support for the UNFCCC Global Innovation Hub in organizing the on-site pavilion at COP28.

Conducting interviews with panel participants, expanding the global network, and organizing innovation projects.

Moderation of workshops with participants from the Global Innovation Hub network.

Background discussions with senior representatives from business, politics, and international organizations.

Partner

BRAZILIA, Brazil​

Systemic Innovation workshop

During her trip abroad, we accompanied Manuela Schwesig in her capacity as President of the Federal Council. As part of a huge German delegation, we had the opportunity to network as well as bring the 9th Systemic Innovation Workshop to Brasilia, Brazil in Sept. 2024.

We are a partner of the UN Global Innovation Hub and support their goal to bring together local communities at the city and municipality level, gain a clear understanding of their specific needs, and derive action and concrete projects from these region-specific needs.

Initiator | Partner

UN Bonn | Stadt Bonn | Theater Bonn

Strategic Partners for sustainability

At the beginning of 2021, the Beethoven Orchestra was appointed as a United Nations Climate Change Goodwill Ambassador by the UN Climate Change Secretariat (UNFCCC).

This designation enables the orchestra to collaborate with the Climate Change Secretariat in developing new forms of sustainable cultural engagement in alignment with the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

GREEN Finance

Mele | GIZ

Greenfuels Paraná, Brazil

In Toledo, Brazil, the mele Group has developed a pioneering biogas project that transforms environmental challenges into sustainable energy solutions. By utilizing liquid manure—a major source of groundwater pollution, methane emissions, and odor—the plant converts waste into biomethane, hydrogen, and sustainable fuels (SAF/green methanol). This groundbreaking approach not only mitigates environmental impact but also drives the transition toward clean energy and a circular economy.

We work with strong voices...

"A daring mindset is important, otherwise we will not have innovation happening. If we don't have that moonshot way of thinking, we set goals in the light off what is already is available. The Global Innovation Hub is promoting this moonshot way of thinking to closing the gap between whats needed and whats possible."
Massamba Thioye, UNFCCC Global Innovation Hub

We create for
Democracy & Culture

At Viventure, we create spaces for dialogue, exchange, and strategy development at the highest level. With a European, creative attitude and a value-based mindset, we design new formats for decision-makers in the cultural sector, fostering collaboration in protected settings. Our work spans from shaping cultural policy strategies to studies on societal transformation—always with the goal of strengthening democracy through culture.

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Project

BERLIN, Germany

Study and conference on the integration of refugees

Study on refugee integration in rural areas in cooperation with the Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community, German County Association, Würth Foundation, and 18 counties.

Strategy | Management

Eutin Castle Foundation

Foundation Strategy and foundation concept

Development of a new strategy for the Eutin Castle Foundation in cooperation with the Schleswig-Holstein Ministry for Europe, Culture, and Justice.

Initiator | Partner

Neuhardenberg Castle

Strategy Workshop Culture

Conception and development of a new exchange format for top decision-makers in the cultural sector in a protected setting. Participants include ministers, state secretaries, artistic directors, museum and orchestra directors, and representatives of cultural associations.

What we have to offer for you and believe in.

With our partners and customers we create spaces for open exchange and develop formats through which we foster innovation and ideas and ensure the transition to actual implementation. Through our powerful network we bring together the relevant people to ensure focus, impact and action.
We are curious and experienced, we include, we don’t exclude, we place a great deal of importance on integrity and credibility, we are Viventure.

OUR TEAM OF GREAT MINDS

We are the people - we are Viventure

Our philosophy is simple; have great people and give them the resources and support to do their best work!

Our team consists of agile national and international experts, working alongside experienced freelance specialists whom we integrate into projects based on the specific topic and needs.

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Matthias
Bönsel

CEO & Founder

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Diana
Schröter

Director Climate & Sustainability

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Mona
Steinhäusser

Director Democracy & Culture

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Jannis
Bönsel

Media Production