First Meeting of the Year-Beyond Inside the Hive with Max Rünzel

Buncombe County Beekeepers Club – January Meeting 

Join us on Monday, January 6th, from 6:30-7:30 PM, at Groce United Methodist Church, 954 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, for an inspiring session with Max Rünzel, CEO and Co-Founder of HiveTracks.

Topic: Beyond Inside the Hive – Building Community and Understanding the Environment Around Bees

About HiveTracks:
HiveTracks is an innovative platform empowering beekeepers worldwide to optimize their hive management while contributing valuable data to support global research on bee health and environmental sustainability. By connecting beekeepers, researchers, and communities, HiveTracks fosters collaboration and insights to create a brighter future for bees and their ecosystems.

About the Speaker:
Max Rünzel brings a unique global perspective, blending technology, community-building, and environmental stewardship. During his tenure with the United Nations, Max focused on integrating advanced technologies like distributed ledger systems into agricultural value chains. His academic achievements include a Master’s in Rural Development (M.Sc.) through the Erasmus Mundus program and a degree in Food and Resource Economics (M.A.) from Korea University. Fluent in six languages and with extensive international experience, Max champions collaborative, worldwide efforts to improve bee health.

Admission: Free for club members; guests welcome!

This session is a must-attend for anyone passionate about bees, innovation, and fostering sustainable communities. We look forward to seeing you there!