Upcoming Trade Shows Köln, Germany for Handicraft

h+h cologne drives business and sales for the handicraft industry in Cologne. The city cultivates a strong, local market that’s managed to weather through the worst of the pandemic thanks to the presence of this exceptional trade fair for textile handicraft. Yes, h+h cologne puts exhibitors front and centre to meet with targeted buyers, but there’s much more to the trade fair than that. The fair has one of the best programs. Under the theme of Creative Empowerment, the 2024 edition is set to deliver valuable insights and opportunities for industry professionals. h+h cologne 2024 offers an extensive event program spread across all three trade fair days, featuring four new event zones designed to engage, educate and inspire. With a focus on creating a knowledge platform to drive industry growth and support newcomers, the program encompasses a range of formats tailored to address key industry topics in detail. The Talk Zone will host a series of panel discussions, interviews, impulse lectures and masterclasses led. Attendees can expect to delve into the latest trends, developments and techniques shaping the handicraft landscape. Notable sessions include Gabriela Kaiser’s exploration of the 2024 trends & developments for handicraft techniques and Tanja Neuburger’s insights into search engine optimization and artificial intelligence. In the Academy Zone, participants can immerse themselves in Deep Dive Workshops, offering intensive sessions on digital and strategic know-how, best practices, and industry trends. From crafting a compelling corporate design with branding expert Louise Lemke to unlocking the power of collaboration with Teti Lutsak, these workshops aim to equip attendees with actionable insights. The Creator Zone provides a relaxed cafe atmosphere for creators to engage in creative work and network with fellow bloggers and influencers. From Tea Times for networking to Creation Hours for collaborative content creation, this zone fosters a sense of community and collaboration.