Sharper! How to Stay Competitive in a Changing World
Sharper! How to Stay Competitive in a Changing World /
Moderator Isabel Werdin in conversation with Olympic Judoka Theresa Krischke (née Stoll) and University Professor Thomas Hutzschenreuter
How do successful strategies emerge – in business, in sports, and beyond?
In “Sharper! Charting Your Course with Seven Strategy Principles” published by Murmann Publishers, Thomas Hutzschenreuter presents seven proven strategy principles that can greatly simplify decision-making – regardless of the situation one is facing. In conversation with Olympic bronze medalist and TUM alumna Theresa Krischke (née Stoll), this German-language event hosted by the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning explores how strategic thinking works under pressure – both in the boardroom and in elite sports.
Theresa Stoll studied medicine at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and won bronze at the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games. She has been on the judo mat since the age of seven alongside her twin sister and fellow TUM alumna Amelie Stoll. Since 2016, the twin sisters have dominated the German judo scene in the lightweight category (up to 57 kg), combining athletic excellence with discipline, resilience, and long-term strategic thinking.
Thomas Hutzschenreuter is a University Professor and Chairholder at the Technical University of Munich, where he teaches and conducts research in strategy. He has published extensively in leading international journals, received numerous awards, and worked with major corporations as well as medium-sized companies across a wide range of industries. His clients value his unconditioned independence, his honesty, and his practical creativity. With Sharper! Charting Your Course with Seven Strategy Principles, he addresses a broader audience of practitioners and decision-makers in business, sports, politics, and society for the first time.
The evening is dedicated to the role of strategy in practice, exploring the development of strategy across a wide range of contexts and disciplines. It is aimed at everyone seeking to strengthen their competitive edge – from the TUM Alumni Community and the TUM LifeLong Learning Community to all those interested in leadership, performance, and decision-making.
In “Sharper! Charting Your Course with Seven Strategy Principles” published by Murmann Publishers, Thomas Hutzschenreuter presents seven proven strategy principles that can greatly simplify decision-making – regardless of the situation one is facing. In conversation with Olympic bronze medalist and TUM alumna Theresa Krischke (née Stoll), this German-language event hosted by the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning explores how strategic thinking works under pressure – both in the boardroom and in elite sports.
Theresa Stoll studied medicine at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and won bronze at the Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games. She has been on the judo mat since the age of seven alongside her twin sister and fellow TUM alumna Amelie Stoll. Since 2016, the twin sisters have dominated the German judo scene in the lightweight category (up to 57 kg), combining athletic excellence with discipline, resilience, and long-term strategic thinking.
Thomas Hutzschenreuter is a University Professor and Chairholder at the Technical University of Munich, where he teaches and conducts research in strategy. He has published extensively in leading international journals, received numerous awards, and worked with major corporations as well as medium-sized companies across a wide range of industries. His clients value his unconditioned independence, his honesty, and his practical creativity. With Sharper! Charting Your Course with Seven Strategy Principles, he addresses a broader audience of practitioners and decision-makers in business, sports, politics, and society for the first time.
The evening is dedicated to the role of strategy in practice, exploring the development of strategy across a wide range of contexts and disciplines. It is aimed at everyone seeking to strengthen their competitive edge – from the TUM Alumni Community and the TUM LifeLong Learning Community to all those interested in leadership, performance, and decision-making.
Event Details
| Date: | Thursday, 26 February 2026 |
| Time: | 7:00 PM |
| Language: | German |
| Location: |
Vorhoelzer Forum, Arcisstraße 21, 80333 München |
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About the event
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Theresa Krischke
Panelist
Theresa Krischke (née Stoll) is a former German judoka, Olympic bronze medalist, and practicing physician. Born in Munich in 1995, she began practicing judo at the age of seven alongside her twin sister and fellow TUM alumna Amelie Stoll. Competing in the lightweight category up to 57 kg, the sisters have dominated the German judo scene since 2016. Theresa Stoll won bronze at the 2021 Judo World Championships and was part of the German team that secured bronze in the mixed team competition at the Tokyo Olympic Games, for which she received the Silver Laurel Leaf, Germany’s highest sports honor. Alongside her athletic career, she studied medicine at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and now practices as an internist in Wiesbaden.
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Hutzschenreuter
Panelist
Thomas Hutzschenreuter is a university professor and Chair of Strategic and International Management at the Technical University of Munich. He has published in leading international journals, won numerous awards, and worked with major corporations and medium-sized enterprises across various industries. His clients value his uncompromising independence, candid honesty, and practical creativity. He teaches in several continuing education programs for professionals at the TUM Institute for LifeLong Learning and has twice received the TUM Executive Education Award for Teaching Excellence.
Isabel Werdin
Moderator
Isabel Werdin is a moderator specializing in science, business, health, and innovation. She hosts gala, business, and networking events, facilitates concise discussions, and creates space for genuine dialogue with her clear, empathetic manner. Her guests have included Nobel Prize winners, DAX board members, and top politicians. As a certified trainer and public speaking coach, she also helps executives make their presentations effective and authentic.
Agenda
26 February 2026 | Vorhoelzer Forum, Arcisstraße 21
6:30 PM | Doors open
7:00 PM | Exclusive conversation: Theresa Krischke & Thomas Hutzschenreuter
8:00 PM | Discussion and networking
9:00 PM | End of event
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