The Siemens “Inventors of the Year Awards” celebrate the achievements of researchers and developers from around the globe.

This wonderful event, which took place at Siemens’ headquarters in Munich and was streamed live on the internet, was as much as celebration of people’s achievements as it was an evening of inspiration, focussing on the topics of purpose and collaboration, the why and the how of great inventions.

In the spirit of honoring great inventions, Siemens partnered with TEDx München, which took place just two days before at the famous Kammerspiele. Among the inspirational speakers, such as author and innovator Charles Leadbeater or Open Bionics founder Samantha Payne, many members of the Siemens Managing Board as well as the COO & CTO Roland Busch, were discussing why and how Siemens is fostering great inventions and innovations.

As the moderator / MC, I had the privilege of being part of this amazing event, witnessing many incredibly creative, intelligent and motivated inventors and award winners on the stage.