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As we prepare to come together for our CATALYST in-person event later this month, we have a unique opportunity to build on our legacy of leadership—learning from the past, addressing today’s challenges, and shaping the future. Please see the information below to stay informed and ready for our time together.

If you need any assistance, please contact help@catalystscommunity.com.

 

 

 

 

 

Venue

You are staying at The Oeschberghof, Golfplatz 1, D-78166 Donaueschingen, Germany.

If you have requested a hotel room, your accommodation has been automatically booked. No confirmation number is needed.

You are required to cover the cost of your accommodation (which includes breakfast and VAT) and a valid credit card will be required at the hotel upon check in. The rate is EUR 419.00 per room per night, including breakfast. If you have requested additional nights, the rate for those nights may vary and will be communicated individually where applicable. Please ensure that you have your card PIN (Personal Identification Number) available. Check with your local bank for more information.

If you have requested additional nights, the rate for those nights may vary and will be communicated individually where applicable.

When providing your credit card details at check-in please also provide your invoicing details (local entity address).

Check in 16:00 CET
Check out 12:00 CET

Breakfast is located in the Esszimmer Restaurant from 06:00 CET.

If you have specified a dietary requirement, these have been passed on to the hotel and food will be available for you. Please make yourself known to catering staff if you have made a specific request.

After check-out, luggage may be left with reception staff for storage. Please ensure your luggage is labelled.

Arrival and Registration

Please collect your room key and conference badge on arrival to The Oeschberghof on 24th or 25th September from the registration desk if arriving by coach transfer from Basel, or at the Hotel check in desk if arriving by alternative transportation. A conference badge will be required for access to the venue on both days of the meeting.

If you misplace your badge, please request a re-print at the registration desk.



Changes are no longer captured within the registration form. Should you wish to update any of your details, please email the team at help@catalystscommunity.com

Agenda

September 24
Arrival evening
18:00 Welcome drinks, Lounge area
19:00 Dinner, Hexenweiher Restaurant
September 25
Day 1
08:30​ Opening Video & Welcome Remarks​
08:45​ Novartis Strategy Update
09:30​ Refreshment Break​
10:00​ Introduction & enterprise portfolio strategy​
10:20​ Portfolio & TA Strategy: Breakouts​
12:10​ Portfolio & TA Strategy: Close​
12:40​ Lunch Break​
13:50 Energizer
14:00​ Fireside Chat: Vas & Fareed Zakaria ​
14:45​ Fireside Chat: Vas & Jean Hynes​
15:30​ Session close and instructions for team building​
15:50 ​Break
16:10 Outside team building
18:10 Break/Get ready for the evening
19:00 Dinner
21:00 After dinner outdoor social
22:00 Day 1 close
September 26
Day 2
09:00​ Welcome back​ – Opening check-in
09:20​ AI Immersion: Part 1 - Novartis AI ambitions & Progress​
10:00​ AI Immersion:​
Part 2 - Co-pilot hands on experience​
11:10​ AI Immersion: Closing​
11:25​ Refreshment Break​
11:55​ Fireside Chat: Vas & Chairman
12:40​ Lunch
​ 13:40​ Networking/Time to be together​
14:10​ Fireside Chat: Vas & Amy Edmondson
15:20​ ECN Small Group Q&A​
16:20​ ECN Close​
16:50 Day 2 close

Useful links

Coach Transfers

Transport to the meeting is provided to and from Basel Campus.

24th September
15.00 CET – Bus departs Basel Campus (maingate) going to The Oeschberghof
(pre-booked spaces only)

26th September
17.15 CET – Bus departs The Oeschberghof going to Basel Campus (maingate)
(pre-booked spaces only)

Please note that the bus leaves sharp at the above published times on the 24th and 26th. If you arrive after this time, you will be required to make your own way to or from the venue.

Parking

If you have requested a parking space at the Oeschberghof, please make your way to the parking garage on arrival.

If you have not booked and now require a parking space. Please email - help@catalystscommunity.com

Taxi Service

You can also find taxi services at Zurich airport and via the hotel reception.

If you require a taxi, local taxis are available via: Donaueschingen Taxis

Dress Code

Attire

Attire is business casual for the conference and evening events. Weather can sometimes be cooler in the evening so bring a light sweater/jacket. A photographer will be taking professional headshots during the event. If interested, please plan accordingly.

Outdoor Team Building

As part of the meeting, we’ll have an outdoor team-building event. Please bring suitable outdoor athleisure clothing for the season, including appropriate footwear. You can check the weather forecast using the link provided in the section below.

WiFi

During the conference, you can connect to the following WIFI:
Name: CATALYST
PW: Catalyst2024

Technology

Mobile Phones/Laptops

Please ensure that mobile phones, ipads and laptops are fully charged prior to attending each days’ session.

Electrical Chargers/Adapters

Power adapters should be for a German two-pin socket (Plug type C).

Weather

Click here to learn more about the weather conditions at the location.

Privacy

Our work together will be in a private forum, where we can share ideas and expertise openly to encourage exploration of new forward-looking ideas and help tackle specific business challenges. We therefore ask that you do not disclose publicly any details of what is discussed during our team sessions or workshops sessions, and only share content that is specifically approved for external sharing (e.g. white papers, podcasts).

Social Media Guidance

We’re grateful for your involvement in the Novartis CATALYST Meeting 2024 and understand that you might wish to publicize your membership and share updates on what you’ve experienced. When doing so, please adhere to the following guidelines.

Please Do:

  • Share your excitement around the community and the shared experience in Germany
  • Share your personal take aways and key messages that resonated with you

Please Do Not:

  • Record or post pictures and video of our external speakers
  • Tag or post photos of anyone from the CATALYST community without their prior consent
  • Share any content that is sensitive or confidential

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