Paul Funke embodies the economy of the future generation. He guides businesses on how to stay successful in an environment where attention spans, consumer habits, work culture, and technology evolve more rapidly than ever before.
As an entrepreneur, founder of MOMENTUM, and creator of 8PM SOCIAL, he crafts brands, products, and platforms tailored for Gen Z and Gen Alpha. He actively influences this shift by consulting international companies and leading a social network that redefines digital communication for the new generation.
Through MOMENTUM, Paul assists companies in consistently aligning their brands, products, and employer attractiveness with the expectations of the upcoming generation. Simultaneously, he is developing 8PM SOCIAL, one of Europe’s most promising social media startups. Both ventures share the belief that success tomorrow depends on understanding those who will be making decisions, purchasing, and leading in the future.
Paul Funke merges the viewpoint of his generation with analytical rigor, international education, and entrepreneurial expertise. This combination enables him to convert societal changes into actionable strategies for companies—delivered in a clear, practical manner with a forward-looking focus.
“The most innovative companies I collaborate with have realized that prioritizing what matters over what is urgent often pays off.” — Paul Funke
Paul Funke believes that future economic success will hinge primarily on adaptability. He challenges conventional thinking, spots trends early, and leverages them to create new business models, brand strategies, and products. His approach combines entrepreneurial boldness with strategic clarity and a profound understanding of the realities experienced by the generations shaping the economy ahead.
Paul Funke’s Presentation Topics
- The Economy of the Next Generation
- Gen Z & Gen Alpha: Tomorrow’s Customers, Talent, and Decision-Makers
- Developing Future-Proof Brands and Products
- Community Building as a Modern Form of Marketing
- Employer Branding for the Next Generation
- Rethinking Social Media
- Artificial Intelligence as a Competitive Factor
- New Media—Community Before Product
- Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Digital Transformation
- Why Gen Z Isn’t a New Target Audience, but a Cultural Shift
- Relevance in the Age of AI & TikTok: Rethinking Brand Management
- Employer Strategy for a Generation That Quits Before They Sign On
- Between Purpose and Pragmatism: What Really Drives Young People
As the founder of two companies at the crossroads of technology, brand development, and community building, Paul Funke offers a distinctive viewpoint. He personally creates companies and products for tomorrow’s target groups, drawing from his entrepreneurial background. His presentations blend scientific research, business practice, and actionable advice for executives, brands, and organizations.
More about Paul Funke
By age 23, Paul Funke had studied at universities in Munich, London, St. Gallen, and Buenos Aires, earning a master’s degree. Early on, he recognized that the most significant changes in the coming years would arise mainly from new expectations of brands, employers, and digital platforms.
By founding MOMENTUM, he created a management consulting firm that supports organizations in becoming more relevant to Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Together with his clients, he develops brand strategies, products, and communication concepts that engage, inspire, and retain young audiences over the long term. MOMENTUM also helps companies incorporate the next generation’s perspectives into innovation and decision-making processes.
With 8PM SOCIAL, Paul pursues an even greater goal: establishing a European social network for a new generation. The app, launched in June 2026, captivates Gen Z and Gen Alpha with a thoughtful, community-focused user experience and a strong emphasis on real-life connections. The platform has also initiated the first 8PM Clubs, which bring people together offline—currently in Germany, with plans to expand across Europe.
8PM SOCIAL received the Munich Startup Award 2026 and is frequently cited in media discussions about the future of social networks in Europe.
Through his Instagram channel, Paul Funke shares his views on business, new media, artificial intelligence, and technological trends daily with a growing audience. His content consistently achieves wide reach and addresses changes well before they become mainstream.
As a speaker, Paul Funke illustrates how markets, brands, and people are evolving—and the opportunities this creates for companies. His talks combine foresight, entrepreneurship, and practical experience with a unique perspective: analyzing the next generation from his own experience and actively shaping their economy.
