We need not only specialists but also first-class networkers. This corresponds to ESE’s approach, which from the beginning was aimed at creating a joint European supervisory culture. And this is why there has always traditionally been a social event at each ESE seminar. This conference is no exception, and I am already looking forward to an evening of exciting and stimulating conversation. 5.
Conclusion  Ladies and gentlemen, ESE can look back upon a successful history, and I am convinced that the SSM will make good use of ESE’s expert knowledge and experience. I wish the organisers of the European Supervisors Education initiative and all their helping hands every success for the coming challenges.