The role of the executive assistant is undergoing a fundamental shift, moving away from traditional administrative support toward a model of strategic partnership. This evolution is the central theme of the upcoming ASSISTellence Connected Assistants’ Networking Hub 2026, a professional gathering designed to redefine how administrative professionals integrate into high-level corporate leadership.
Scheduled for June 23, 2026, in Munich, the event focuses on the concept of “strategic sparring,” where assistants move beyond routine organization to take active responsibility for complex process management. By leveraging digital tools and proactive workflow design, these professionals are increasingly tasked with reducing the operational burden on executives to enhance overall team efficiency.
The gathering will be hosted at the Munich offices of Gleiss Lutz, a leading international law firm known for its presence in major European legal markets. The event serves as both a networking hub and a professional development seminar, aiming to make the strategic contributions of assistants more visible within the corporate hierarchy.
Redefining the Administrative Role
Modern corporate environments now demand that assistants operate as operational hubs rather than simple coordinators. The shift toward strategic assistance involves mastering digital toolsets to automate routine tasks, allowing the professional to focus on high-impact activities such as process optimization and stakeholder management.
This transition is not merely about technical proficiency but about a shift in mindset. The ASSISTellence framework emphasizes the importance of “strategic sparring,” a collaborative relationship where the assistant provides critical feedback, anticipates leadership needs, and manages the flow of information to ensure executive decisions are informed, and timely.
Industry trends suggest that as artificial intelligence and automation handle more scheduling and data entry, the value of the human assistant shifts toward emotional intelligence, complex problem-solving, and the ability to navigate organizational politics—skills that will be a primary focus of the Munich dialogue.
Keynote and Professional Insights
A central feature of the evening will be a keynote address by Tanja Bögner, an experienced assistant specializing in the strategic evolution of the role. Her presentation, titled „Traumberuf Assistenz: Zukunft gestalten, Teams stärken. Mit Mut und Vision,“ will explore how assistants can actively shape their career trajectories and increase their impact within their teams.
Bögner is expected to share practical frameworks for overcoming common professional challenges and utilizing specific digital tools to strengthen the strategic position of the assistant. The session is designed to provide attendees with concrete tips for daily office life, moving the conversation from theoretical benefits to actionable workplace strategies.
Following the keynote, the event will transition into a practice-oriented dialogue. This segment allows participants to exchange personal stories and professional hurdles, creating a peer-to-peer learning environment where assistants can benchmark their processes against those of their contemporaries in other industries.
Event Schedule and Logistics
The event is structured as an “afterwork” gathering, blending formal professional development with informal networking. The proceedings begin with a welcome reception to facilitate initial connections among the limited number of attendees.
| Time | Session | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 17:30 | Welcome & Reception | Initial Networking |
| 18:00 | Official Greeting | Event Introduction |
| 18:20 | Keynote: Tanja Bögner | Future of the Assistant Role |
| 19:20 | Practice Dialogue | Interactive Impulse Sessions |
| 20:15 | Get-together | Open Networking Hub |
The venue is located at Karl-Scharnagl-Ring 6, 80539 München, situated in a key business district of the city. This location provides a professional backdrop for the discussion on how administrative roles are evolving within high-stakes legal and corporate environments.
Access and Participation
Attendance for the ASSISTellence Connected Assistants’ Networking Hub 2026 is free of charge, though the organizers have noted that the number of available spots is limited to maintain the quality of the networking experience. Interested professionals are encouraged to secure their placement early to ensure participation.
For those seeking further information regarding registration or the broader ASSISTellence network, inquiries are being handled by Nadine Roth, the Recruiting Manager at Gleiss Lutz. This coordination ensures that the event attracts a diverse group of professionals committed to the strategic advancement of the assistant profession.
The event represents a broader movement within the German professional landscape to recognize “Assistant” not as a supportive title, but as a critical operational role that directly influences the success of executive leadership and team sustainability.
The next confirmed checkpoint for the event is the opening of the registration window, after which the final attendee list will be curated to ensure a balanced mix of industry experience. Further updates regarding specific digital tool demonstrations may be released as the date approaches.
We invite professionals in the administrative and executive support space to share their thoughts on the evolution of the role in the comments below.
