GALA

The 2025 Best Brands gala will take place in the ballroom of the Bayerischer Hof Hotel in Munich. Host and journalist Linda Zervakis will guide us through the Best Brands gala evening.

In a ceremonial award show, the results of the underlying NIQ/GfK study will be announced and awards will be presented not only to the top 10 winners but also to each of the ‘Best Brands’ in the individual categories. This year's awards recognise the ‘Best Brand Overall’, the ‘Best Brand Gen Z Food & Beverage’ , the ‘Best Luxury Brand’ and the ‘Best Employer Brand’.

As another highlight of the evening, join Sanna Marin, Finland’s former Prime Minister and a trailblazing leader, as she shares her journey navigating global crises with vision, courage, and resilience. In a world shaped by geopolitical challenges like the war in Ukraine and the Israel-Palestine crisis, Marin explores how leadership and authenticity can inspire action and hope. Her keynote will challenge us to embrace our role as catalysts for meaningful change, empowering the next generation and crafting narratives that unite, inspire, and build a sustainable future.

Enjoy the evening with an unforgettable performance by the music act Fritz Kalkbrenner.