Local Business Support Strengthened Through Networking in Kürten and Respect Campaign in Berlin

On November 10, 2026, Kürten held its second Unternehmerdialog, a networking event focusing on skilled labor retention and economic development, hosting 16 companies from various sectors. The event, opened by Mayor Mario Bredow, emphasized the importance of ongoing dialogue between local businesses and administration. Economic development officer Justina Jeziorek outlined municipal support services, while Bianca Degiorgio from Rheinisch-Bergische Wirtschaftsförderungsgesellschaft presented practical support options. Discussions also covered initiatives like the KüCard local shopping card and digital advertising opportunities. The event fostered collaboration, including dialogue between property developers and potential tenants, and visibility efforts with the platform "KÜRTEN entdecken." Positive feedback from participants led to plans for continuing this event in 2027.

Meanwhile in Berlin, a coalition of 14 municipal companies, including Berliner Stadtreinigung and Vivantes, launched the campaign "Mehr Respekt. Mehr Wert für Berlin." to combat growing disrespect and violence faced by employees. Introduced by Governing Mayor Kai Wegner, the campaign urges bystanders to support victims and promotes solidarity, using slogans such as "Schäden, Beschwerden, Stress kann uns nix anhaben. Dein Hass schon." and "Auf Gewalt können wir verzichten. Auf Deine Hilfe nicht." The campaign materials are visible across various media and will run until January 2027.