Cycle - the word is on everyone's lips. It is usually associated with the word economy. But where do social, ecological, regional and management cycles come together? What do regenerative tourism, purchasing management and recyclable bidons have in common with sustainable cycles? And how do practitioners from the hotel and catering industry draw their circles?
We explored these questions at the 6th ibex fairstay training and networking day on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 in Baar. We were inspired by forward-looking input presentations and took a look behind the scenes at the Dialoghotel Eckstein Baar. At the same time, we enjoyed the valuable exchange between colleagues and like-minded people.
At the cozy get-together the evening before, the participants enjoyed a culinary tavolata with fine regional specialties and stimulating conversations at the Secret Garden Restaurant in Zug.
In addition to culinary delights, the evening surprised guests with a cultural performance by the Zug legend teller Maria Greco and an exclusive look behind the scenes - personally guided by hostess Irene Gangwish.
Many thanks to everyone who took part!
Inspiring presentations were on the program on 18 March 2025
Martin Hohn
Regenerative tourism - focus on narratives and regionality
In his presentation, Martin Hohn, owner of atma consulting, gave us an understanding of the importance of regional cycles. He showed us the difference between sustainable and regenerative tourism using practical examples of "better practice".
Brigitte Trauffer
Hotel microcosm - when offers close circles
Is it enough to build a fascinating hotel in remote areas or is more needed? Yes, said Brigitte Trauffer and turned the wooden hotel into a world of experience. With wooden cow carving courses, guided tours, a store, playground and restaurants, she and her team created a microcosm that invites guests to experience and discover. During her creative presentation, she revealed to us the thinking behind this and the tips she can pass on to her colleagues.
Roger Volkart
Saving resources - waste reduction starts with purchasing
In his presentation, Roger Volkart, Managing Director of WEREC companies, showed us how waste reduction starts with shopping and how we can contribute to the resource cycle with our purchasing and disposal behavior.
Beat Schwarz
The packaging cycle - A breakthrough with idealism and tenacity
Beat Schwarz uses vision to make the seemingly impossible possible. With a great deal of tenacity and perseverance, he managed against all odds to breathe new life into used bidons in a Swiss recycling process. "Sustainability is not always fun," said Beat Schwarz. However, appreciative feedback reinforces his belief that the power of vision can have a positive impact.
Patrik Stillhart
Sustainability in the real estate industry - opportunities and challenges
How does sustainability work in the real estate industry? In his presentation, Patrik Stillhart, CEO of Zug Estates Holding AG, illustrated how sustainable action and a circular economy are possible in the construction and real estate industry and what hurdles need to be overcome to achieve this. Examples from created living spaces encourage people to think about the possibilities of implementation.
Dominic Keller
Tourism location promotion - the population has a say
Is sustainable tourism possible without involving the local population? Not in Zug, say those responsible and get the locals on board. Together, they are shaping the sustainable future of this beautiful region. In his presentation at the ibex fairstay training and networking day on March 18, 2025, Dominic Keller, Director of Zug Tourism, told us how Zug Tourism is achieving this and which initial projects have been implemented.
Our location
Dialoghotel Eckstein in Baar/Zug
Our 6th ibex fairstay training and networking day took place in the heart of Switzerland took place in the heart of Switzerland. The Dialoghotel Eckstein was the perfect place to exchange ideas with industry colleagues in a convivial atmosphere.
With around 40 rooms and conference facilities for up to 170 people, the Dialoghotel Eckstein is a modern conference hotel where sustainability and social interaction are a top priority.
Cozy get-together the evening before
Get together at the Secret Garden Restaurant Zug
The get-together on the evening before the Networking Day on 17 March 2025 will focus on personal encounters and valuable exchanges. This also applies to the Tavolata, the uncomplicated culinary enjoyment at long tables. The Secret Garden Restaurant in Zug with its cozy interior welcomes us. In addition to selected culinary delights, the evening also offers a fabulous cultural surprise and a look behind the scenes, guided by hostess Irene Gangwish. A cozy and enjoyable start to the following day, the ibex fairstay training and networking day.
Arrival by public transport: from Zug railroad station, a 7-minute walk in the direction of Metallstrasse.