#EFA24: Winetasting at the Böglalm
Prominent figures from the worlds of business, politics, and science engaged in relaxed conversation against the backdrop of the stunning mountain scenery.
Amidst the impressive Alps scenery, Gerstbauer Strategic's exclusive wine tasting took place for the twelfth time at the Böglalm as part of the European Forum Alpbach. At this traditional event, decision-makers from business, science, and politics met to discuss issues on an equal footing in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy excellent wines at lofty heights. The prominent hosts in 2024 were Erwin van Lambaart, CEO of Casinos Austria AG and Austrian Lotteries, Wolfgang Wiesner, General Manager and CTO of Brainloop, and Markus Schaffhauser, Managing Director of Eviden Austria, as well as the company's founder and CEO, Gerald Gerstbauer, himself.
This year's wine tasting program was themed “Best from Italy.” The fine wines from the Tenuta di Biserno winery were presented by experts Manlio della Serra and Christoph Morandell, who introduced guests to an exquisite selection of top Italian wines.
Among the high-profile guests were Vienna City Councilor Jürgen Czernohorszky, A1 CEO Thomas Arnoldner, IV President Georg Knill, ÖBB CEO Andreas Matthä, Member of the National Council Karl Heinz Kopf, AMS Director Johannes Kopf, Consultant Silvia Grünberger, CEO of Atos Austria John Schachner, former Minister of Agriculture Andrä Rupprechter, Der Standard publisher Alexander Mitteräcker, ÖBAG CEO Christine Catasta, IV Secretary General Christoph Neumayer, FFG Managing Director Henrietta Egerth, and many more.