MEO Arena – Lisbon / 11-13 June 2025
And the winner is…
Reinhard Wolff to Receive Global DIY-Lifetime Award 2025

We are thrilled to announce that Reinhard Wolff, Managing Partner of wolfcraft and President of HIMA, will be honored with the Global DIY-Lifetime Award 2025. This prestigious recognition celebrates his outstanding contributions to the DIY and home improvement industry. The award will be presented during the Gala Evening at the 11th Global DIY-Summit in Lisbon on 12 June 2025.
With over 40 years of leadership, Reinhard Wolff has played a key role in expanding wolfcraft into over 50 countries and fostering collaboration across the industry. As HIMA President, he has strengthened the global presence of home improvement manufacturers. Join us in celebrating his remarkable achievements at this special event!
A new world order
What Does Redefining DIY’s Global Future Mean to You?

The 11th Global DIY-Summit 2025, under the theme “A New World Order: Redefining DIY for a Global Future”, will tackle the most pressing topics reshaping the home improvement industry. Key sessions will address global economic and political shifts, including the Global Economic and Political Overview, providing insights into macroeconomic and geopolitical changes. Attendees will explore strategies for navigating transformation with Driving Transformation: Shaping Mindsets and Thriving Through Organizational Change and discover how to achieve success in an evolving retail environment with Global Retail Strategies: Driving Success in Home Improvement.
The summit will also focus on the changing dynamics of the DIY market. Discussions like Bridging the Generational Gap in DIY and Redefining DIY will look at how marketplaces are influencing retail. Sustainability will be a key theme with Growing with Purpose, while AI in DIY: Revolutionizing the Future of Home Improvement will explore technological advancements. Join us for critical insights and strategies that will shape the future of the DIY sector.
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What makes the Global DIY-Summit worth attending?
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Connect with industry leaders and key decision-makers to foster business growth!

Our congress convenes over 1100 top-level executive managers, including numerous senior retail executives representing 55 countries worldwide. Additionally, the concurrent congress exhibition provides suppliers and service providers a prime opportunity to showcase their products and expertise to this influential global audience.
Participating in the Global DIY-Summit Exhibition 2025 offers an invaluable platform for presenting cutting-edge product trends and expanding your network of industry contacts. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your brand’s visibility and engage with prominent figures shaping the sector’s future.