# Event Details - **Event Name**: International Directors Network (IDN) France | Fireside chat - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 21 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 21 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 pm (+02:00) - **Event Description**: “How to build a portfolio of board mandates while being an executive “ With Doris Birkhofer, president of Siemens FranceAbout this EventEvénement réservé aux Alumni INSEAD(doors open at 18h30)International Directors Network (IDN)Fireside chat:“How to build a portfolio of board mandates while being an executive “With Doris Birkhofer, president of Siemens FranceWe have the distinct pleasure to welcome Doris Birkhofer, a committed Franco-German and European business leader.She has been President of Siemens France since October 1st, 2021, and is as well Managing Director of Siemens Smart Infrastructure France. The geographical scope of both her roles also includes BeLux and the Maghreb.After graduating from ESB Business School in Reutlingen and NEOMA Business School in Reims, she has built her career in technology companies in Germany, the United States, and then in France, where she has lived since 2009. She has held key operational and strategic roles — including executive positions — at Saint Gobain, Alcoa/Arconic, and Siemens, and has consistently advocated for industrial and infrastructure competitiveness through technological innovation, digitalization, and the energy transition.Doris is committed to Gimelec as member of its Board of Directors.Committed to strengthening Franco-German economic ties, she has been a member of the Supervisory Board of the Franco-German bank Oddo BHF (since 2017), President of the Franco-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (2025), and a member of the Strategic Advisory Board of DEKRA e.V (2024).Convinced that diversity is a source of strength and a performance driver, Doris Birkhofer has long been involved in promoting diversity in scientific and industrial professions. She chairs the Siemens France Foundation and supports associations such as Elles Bougent and Femmes Ingénieurs. She is also a member of the Strategic Council of Paris Université Cité (2025) and joined the Board of Directors of NEOMA Business School as an independent board member (2025).Doris Birkhofer is a Knight of the French Legion of Honour.*****The fireside chats are intimate (30 spots only), obey to Chatham House Rules and aim to foster deep exchange and networking amongst members and with our guest.Programme :18h30 : Doors open19h-20h: Fireside chat with Doris Birkhofer and exchange with the room20h-22h: Networking cocktailWe are very grateful to Frank Zorn (MBA’08D) who welcomes us at “The Off”, an exceptional Work Club in a luxurious setting near Opéra Garnier.IAAF Members : 50€ / Non-members 70€This is also the right moment to renew your membership to IAAF which will allow you to join the IDN Global Club as well: Global IDN membershipLooking very much forward to seeing you on September 21st ,Susanne Liepmann, Laurent Pasquet , Alain Deniau, Désirée El-ChebeirIDN Global Club France chapterJoin our whatsapp group : IDN France Whatsapp GroupINTERNATIONAL DIRECTORS NETWORK FRANCE,co-led by Susanne Liepmann (IDP-C ‘24Apr , MCCC ‘19Jun-F) , Laurent Pasquet (MBA’08D) , Alain Deniau (IDP-C’20Jun , MBA’87J) and Désirée El-Chebeir (MBA’09J))Save the next dates:12 Nov 2026: Pre-event Directors Forum - IDN Global Club (Paris or Fonty) details to come13-14 Nov 2026: INSEAD Directors Forum Europe – FontainebleauFull day Nov 13, ½ day Nov 14. Details to comeJanuary 2027: IDN France New Year’s Celebration & presentation of 2027 programmePC_IDN https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/85d722f0-a8b2-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1200-h410-dc486848-gmir.png - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paris/international-directors-network-idn-france-fireside-chat/100001995908236263 - **Event Categories**: business - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: The Off Work Club - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 50, max: 70, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: PARIS - **state**: IL - **country**: France - **location**: The Off Work Club - **lat**: 48.872494 - **long**: 2.333393 - **full address**: The Off Work Club, 11 rue de la Chaussée d’Antin, PARIS, France ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: International Directors Network (IDN) France | Fireside chat - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/f96eb6fed30d807566183374d24acc8097f69493afad2de8ab3b7be7021d8289-rimg-w1200-h1800-dc181818-gmir.jpg?v=1786467058 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is International Directors Network (IDN) France | Fireside chat being held? - **A:** International Directors Network (IDN) France | Fireside chat takes place on Mon, 21 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Mon, 21 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 pm at The Off Work Club, 11 rue de la Chaussee d Antin, PARIS, France. - **Q**: Who is organizing International Directors Network (IDN) France | Fireside chat? - **A:** International Directors Network (IDN) France | Fireside chat is organized by INSEAD Alumni Association France. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at INSEAD Alumni Association France's events? - **A:** Attendees have given INSEAD Alumni Association France a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. INSEAD Alumni Association France has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** International Directors Network (IDN) France | Fireside chat is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in PARIS, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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