Julia Köberlein, co-founder of an interactive online magazine called Der Kontext, discusses how the technology on her platform can break down a complicated concept/story into a ‘digital mind map, making it easier for a user to comprehend. She gives insight into how she separates the technology part of the business from the journalism it requires.

Can you be liable for what you post on social media? Is it the government’s responsibility to take action on a hateful post on social media, or is it the social media platform or the user who posted the post? Germany has a law called ‘Netzwerkdurchfuhrungsgesetz’ (shortened to NetzDG). Daniel Moosbrucker, researcher from Journalists without Borders, explains this concept.

Germany has an unusual culture when it comes to funding start-ups. A term often used is a “cooperative”. Sven Hansen, editor for Asia at the Tageszeitung, explains what a cooperative is, as well as some of their unique ideas and business models.

Rick has been at sea for over 33 years and first became a Cruise Director in 1984. 2012 marked his eleventh world voyage, and he always enjoys travelling to all four corners of the globe with Crystal Cruises. Originally from New Jersey, but now hails from Charlotte, North Carolina, which is where he spends the majority of his time ashore playing golf and catching up with his four children and his wife, of whom he met whilst working aboard Holland America Line cruise ships. Rick’s long career at sea began in the late 1970’s with Cunard, before transferring to other lines including Holland America and Disney - where he was honoured to be named as the first cruise director for the company. He loves to socialise and spend time with guests and always endeavours to go the extra mile and offer the exceptional level of service that Crystal Cruises are renowned for.

Leroy Lottering is the Crew Officer on board Crystal Serenity and a South African. He’s in charge of making sure the crew are looked after, managed and kept working at their best.

Ross Martin is the brains behind a sterling array of cocktails, bar options and fine wines. Ross makes sure everyone has their drink of choice and helps make that choice individual and exciting.