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Lufthansa Digital Hangar x Netlight x FDS: A Hands-On Campfire Session
Welcome to Lufthansa x Netlight x Frankfurt Data Science
A Hands-On Campfire Session
This year, the Lufthansa Group Digital Hangar, Netlight and the Frankfurt Data Science community invite you to a hands-on data meetup with campfire sessions, where we spark ideas on all things AI.
On September 17th 2025, we'll bring together bright minds to explore cutting-edge insights and hands-on solutions. Like every great campfire, this evening is about connection and uniting experts and industry leaders to inspire and learn from one another.
Expect an interactive mix of engaging talks and hands-on workshops designed to leave you with practical takeaways. Whether you're here to gain insights or exchange ideas, this is your chance to drive change and professional growth.
Join us as we turn up the heat on innovation - we will see you by the fire!
Campfire Experts
Christian Haude & Rosa-Maria KernCampfire 2: How does AI Impact (y)our Customer?
AI is reshaping how businesses interact with customers, sometimes in visible ways, often behind the scenes. In this campfire, we’ll explore how AI influences customer experience, trust, satisfaction, and expectations. From personalization to automation, we’ll discuss both the opportunities and unintended consequences of AI-driven touchpoints. Join us to reflect on how AI is shaping (y)our customer relationships, and what that means for designing meaningful, human-centered experiences.
Christian-Heiko Ritter & Shirley HeCampfire 3: Agentic AI
Agentic AI systems, capable of autonomous decision-making, goal setting, and task execution are pushing the boundaries of what AI can do. In this technically focused campfire, we’ll dive into the architecture, capabilities, and limitations of agent-based AI models. We’ll explore use cases, discuss emerging frameworks, and examine how autonomy, planning, and reasoning are being embedded into AI workflows. Join us to exchange insights on the practical implementation of Agentic AI and its implications for future system design.
Daniel Onumbu & David RochholzCampfire 4: AI Scaling & Adoption Strategy
AI is no longer just an experimental tool in the corner of the business—it’s becoming a central driver of transformation at scale. In this campfire, we’ll explore what it really takes for large organizations to move from pilot projects to enterprise-wide AI adoption. From aligning strategy and infrastructure to fostering cultural readiness and managing risk, we’ll discuss the opportunities, challenges, and trade-offs of scaling AI. Join us to share stories, lessons, and pitfalls, and to reflect on how scaling AI can unlock impact across the organization—while keeping agility, ethics, and people at the core.
Lightning Talk
Eldar RakhmatullaevConnect, Learn, Build: Turning AI Curiosity Into Collective Value
AI grows faster when people learn and build. I’ll share lessons from leading the Frankfurt Data Science community and from working with companies, universities, and the public sector - how communities raise AI awareness, teach real skills, and open career doors. This event as a live example of simple value exchange that helps companies and people grow together.
Agenda
18:30 - Welcome Drinks & Finger Food
Doors open. Join us for a warm welcome and mingling.
19:00 - Official Kick-Off
Our event officially begins. Get ready for an exciting evening!
19:15 - Lightning Talk
Let’s set the scene for the evening.
19:30 - Campfire Round 1
Engage in insightful campfire sessions to discuss special topics around data and AI.
20:15 - Refreshment Break
Take a break, enjoy some refreshments and network with fellow attendees.
20:30 - Campfire Round 2
Engage in insightful campfire sessions to discuss special topics around data and AI.
21:15 - Networking
Let’s wrap up with a brief recap and continue the conversation over drinks and pizza.
22:30 - End of the Event
Time to say goodbye.
Location
Getting There by Train
Take the S-Bahn lines S8 or S9 to Gateway Gardens station. From there, it’s a short 5-minute walk: exit the station, follow De-Saint-Exupéry Straße towards the central square, and you’ll find the Digital Hangar on your right.
Parking
Parking is possible. There is a parking area directly at the Gateway Gardens S-Bahn station, making arrival by car convenient.
Organized by
Lufthansa Group Digital Hangar is the innovation hub of Lufthansa Group with 1,000+ specialists building seamless travel experiences. Covering everything from booking and personalization to loyalty and service.
Netlight is a leading digital consultant company of 2,000 role models making aspiring digital leaders successful. Providing a full range of hands-on consultancy services from technology and design to data and management.
Frankfurt Data Science is a group for aspiring and experienced data scientists interested in shaping next generation analytics and pushing fast forward local analytics ecosystem.
