RTE SUMMIT 2025

Be part of the 11th edition of the RTE Summit, the two-day annual event tailored for Release Train Engineers seeking to deepen their expertise and connect with industry peers. This year’s summit will cover the latest trends, valuable insights, and best practices in the evolving RTE role. Be the first one with a ticket and take advantage of the Early Bird price of € 799,-!

To make sure you get the right discount, add the code 'RTESummit_11!' under 'Add coupon' on the checkout page.

Regular Price: € 999,-

* Prices excluding VAT

Less is Moore, don't be the dinosaur!

Manage complexity by ensuring the basics are profound. Deepening the foundational simplicity of your agile environment!

This year’s theme brings together two powerful ideas:

First, it’s about getting back to the basics in how we work with Agile. In times of complexity, it’s the simple, foundational practices that matter most.

Second, it’s about keeping pace with exponential change— particularly the accelerating power of technology. That’s where the reference to Moore’s Law comes in. The event is hosted at a high-tech company this year, where Moore’s Law is more than a concept, it’s a mindset. Their internal motto reflects this drive for continuous advancement and scaling performance.

Through keynotes, collaborative workshops, light year talks and loads of networking opportunities. Participants can exchange insights and strategies for mastering technical, leadership, and facilitation skills, while showcasing innovative approaches for managing complex software development processes in agile environments.

Highlighting the exceptional journey of RTE mastery over the past ten editions together with you, this theme celebrates achievements and milestones while looking towards the future of the hybrid nature of RTE roles.

Eelco Rustenburg

SPCT / Digital Transformer / Agile Writer - Connect with me on LinkedIn

Suzan Kuijsten

CEO at the School of Stress - Connect with me on LinkedIn

Adam Mattis

Vice President of Technology Partners & Advisory at Scaled Agile, Inc. - Connect with me on LinkedIn

Lina de Meyer

Senior coach & RTE | co-host RTE Summit 2025 - Connect with me on LinkedIn

Milan Zbirkovsky

Enterprise Agile Coach at FedEx - Connect with me on LinkedIn

Maarten van den Berg

Agile coach at FedEx -  Connect with me on LinkedIn

Heiko Sudar

Agile Master, Trainer, Agile Coach - Connect with me on LinkedIn

Amparo Correa

Release Train Engineer at ASML - Connect with me on LinkedIn

October 28, 2025

09:00 - Networking Coffee & Breakfast

• Make sure to bring your Passport, register at the reception desk and then step into the RTE Summit 2025 and grab a coffee (or tea) to start your day

10:00 - Welcome & Kick-off RTE Summit: Survival of the Quickest

• Your hosts Eelco Rustenburg and Lina de Meyer will kick off this 11th edition of the RTE Summit

10:15 - Opening Keynote: What if everything you believe about stress is wrong?

• In a world of deadlines and transformation, Suzan offers a bold new perspective: stress isn’t the enemy—it’s your secret advantage. Her keynote will help you reframe stress as a source of energy, resilience, and innovation in Agile environments

11:30 - Coffee & Connect

• Grab a cup of coffee and get a chance to meet and chat with fellow RTE's.

11:50 - Round 1: Case studies - Pick 'n choose

• You can pick and choose one case study that you find most interesting. Register for a session via the event app, which will become available in the week leading up to the event

Business case 1 - Lost in Translation: Surviving Agility Across Time Zones and Tea Breaks (Milan Zbirkovsky and Maarten van den Berg from FedEx)

In a globally distributed agile environment, communication can easily become the biggest obstacle, especially when cultural nuances and time zone differences come into play. This session explores the hidden layers of collaboration, where agility is often “lost in translation.” From understanding before being understood, to navigating cultural expectations around communication (yes, even tea breaks!), we’ll dive into the crucial role of the RTE as a facilitator, not just a coordinator.

Business case 2 - Failing to prepare, is preparing to fail! (Marcel Beers and Robert Agterberg from Athora)

we’re excited to talk about something that’s often underestimated, but absolutely critical to success in SAFe: preparation. Throughout our journey, one lesson has stood out: if you don’t prepare well, you’re preparing to fail.

Business case 3: Siemens Energy (Simon Hewitt from Siemens Energy)

TBA

12:40 - Networking lunch

• Enjoy the food and connect with your peers during lunch!

13:40 - RTE Talks

• Our own version of the famous TED talks. 3 short talks around the topic of Gen AI from 3 different fields of expertise.

RTE Talk: GenAI - A vision beyond hackathons (Elien van Riet from ABM AMRO)

Scaling up GenAI isn’t just about technology. It’s about people, processes, and purpose. In this keynote I want to take you on a journey of breaking down silos for breakthroughs. A journey from hackathon to production where it is about stepping into the unknown, embracing new technology, fostering collaboration, and building responsible AI solutions that last.

RTE Talk: TBA (Arent van't Spijker from Highberg)

GenAI

RTE Talk: Agile Leadership in the AI Era (Amparo Correa from ASML)

As AI transforms the workplace, Agile Leaders are key to keeping organizations both high-performing and deeply human. This session shows how Release Train Engineers can harness empathy, ethics, and curiosity to integrate AI effectively—unlocking innovation while strengthening human connection.

14:40 - Round 2: Case studies - Pick 'n choose

• You can pick and choose a case study that you find the most interesting to join. Register for a session via the event app, which will become available in the week leading up to the event

Business case 4: TBA (Heiko Sudar from BMW)

Business case 5: TBA

Interactive workshop: Navigating the RTE Role – From Facilitator to Strategic Leader (Nicole Reiss from ProMinds)

Participants will explore the competencies required for this transition, including strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and change management. Through interactive discussions and real-world case studies, attendees will gain insights into overcoming common challenges and seizing opportunities to elevate their impact within their organizations.

15:20 - Coffee & Connect

15:50 - Closing keynote: Future-Proofing Today: Strategy, AI, and the Resilient Enterprise

• How adaptive planning, AI-enabled tooling, and operational clarity create momentum without burnout. (Adam Mattis from Scaled Agile, inc.)

16:50 - Closing of day 1 (Eelco Rustenburg and Lina de Meyer)

17:00 - Happy hour

October 29, 2025

10:30 Welcome & Networking Coffee 

11:00 BioDynamix workshop - part 1 (Eelco Rustenburg from Gladwell Academy)

• Step into the world of Agile BioDynamix with our 3‑hour tasting workshop: Curious about how your body, mind, and team really work together—but not sure where to start? This workshop is an introduction to team dynamics on a more profound level. Notice stress signals, tune into moments of calm, and spot hidden team dynamics in real time. In a small, supportive group with clear instructions and plenty of choice, you’ll: Feel the difference between a quick stress boost and a deep‑breath reset Explore team roles by literally moving into each other’s shoes—no acting skills required Share safe, hands‑on experiments in pairs and small groups (always opt‑in) Walk away with easy, everyday practices to try back at work Think of it as a friendly sneak peek: low‑pressure, beginner‑friendly, and designed so you leave curious

12:30 Networking Lunch

• Enjoy the food and connect with your peers during lunch!
  

13:15 BioDynamix workshop part 2 (Eelco Rustenburg from Gladwell Academy)

15:00 Coffee and Connect

15:15 Surprise TBA

17:00 Happy Hour

Do you have a story or case study that every RTE should hear? As we kick off the Summit, we're thrilled to announce that our submissions are open till the end of June. We eagerly await the diverse and innovative stories that will shape our event. Via submitting your topic you can join by speaking at the 11th edition of the RTE Summit! Scrum Masters, RTEs, and STEs are the builders of the organization of the future.

Learn, share, and connect by submitting your presentation topic and connect with like-minded people from various industries (e.g. governmental, financial, FMCG, Retail, Automotive, Aerospace) on how they serve their agile teams towards excellence.

In your description, please include:
•⁠ ⁠Level of the talk (beginner, intermediate, advanced)
•⁠ ⁠⁠3 key take aways
•⁠ ⁠⁠Link of videos to previous talks or webinars you have done (if any)

Please send your submission by filling in the form or contact Talita.Lemes@highberg.com directly.

If you’re looking for a place to stay during the event, we have some recommendations for you below:

NH Eindhoven Conference Centre Koningshof

• Address: Locht 117, 5504 RM Veldhoven
• Website: www.nh-hotels.com
• Distance to ASML Building 7: Approximately 3.4 km (about 5 minutes by car)
• Parking Tips: On-site parking available at €7 per day
• Average Price per Night: €94
  

Van der Valk Hotel Eindhoven

• Address: Aalsterweg 322, 5644 RL Eindhoven
• Website: www.hoteleindhoven.nl
• Distance to ASML Building 7: Approximately 5.5 km (about 8 minutes by car)
• Parking Tips: Free on-site parking available
• Average Price per Night: €113

Van der Valk Hotel Best (only advised for when you come by car)

• Address: Eindhovenseweg Zuid 144, 5683 PX Best, Netherlands
• Website: www.valkeindhovenbest.nl
• Distance to ASML Building 7: ~6 km by car, about 8–10 minutes via the N22 motorway, making the ASML venue easily accessible from this location via the N22.
• Parking Tips: Free parking for the first 24 hours; afterwards €2.50 per hour. The hotel offers 420 parking spaces, including 65 indoor spots and ample EV charging (AC, Tesla Supercharger & DC fast chargers) valkeindhovenbest.nl.
• Average Price per Night: Typically €110–€140, depending on season and booking channel; available offers with wellness and breakfast included bring it to around €120–€150

Note: Prices are approximate and may vary based on booking dates and availability. It's advisable to check the hotel's official website or contact them directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

For RTEs by RTEs, the RTE Summit is your event. Feel free to bring along your peers to share the knowledge at this unique, annual event. Contact us for any questions or if you’d like to learn about group discount rates.

The event team
+31 (0)20-2402244
events@gladwellacademy.com