"Solidarity"
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"Solidarity" is the theme of our 2022 Summit.
Background to the Summit: In 2022, in light of the extraordinary circumstances in Central Eastern Europe, impacted by the war in Ukraine, we have "tweaked" the Summit and Awards categories to spotlight top American companies who have displayed long-term commitment to the Central Eastern Europe region. These firms collected have invested billions of dollars, employ tens of thousands of employees, have contributed to building a robust civil society and have inspired new business leaders from the region with their vision, leadership, and unrivalled commitment. Our daytime Summit will address key strategic business issues that are critical to further cementing the CEE region's dynamic growth and fierce independence. At our core, we are connecting top American companies investing in Central Eastern Europe (CEE) with top CEE-based companies, cities, and countries. And globally-ambitious CEE companies expanding into the United States. |
Venue Partner:
Victims of Communism Memorial Museum 
The Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation (VOC) was authorized by a unanimous Act of Congress in 1993 for the purpose of "educating Americans about the ideology, history and legacy of communism." The Museum – located just one block from the White House – opened in May 2022.
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Agenda:
All times are US East Coast time zone (EST).
We have carefully crafted the Agenda to optimize attendance from Central Europe time zones.
All times are US East Coast time zone (EST).
We have carefully crafted the Agenda to optimize attendance from Central Europe time zones.
Stage 1:
8:00 - 9:00 Pre-opening coffees, and 1-on-1 Video meetings and Networking among delegates, Speakers and VIP Guests. (InPerson and via the Brella EventApp and 1-on-1 meetings platform).
9:05 - 9:15 Welcome and Overview of the Agenda, Thom Barnhardt, CEE Business Media, organizer. |
OnLine-only Roundtables:
We will host 4 online-only 45-min Roundtables - on specific industry-topics - led by the Roundtable Moderator. These will be morning sessions to accommodate our Central Eastern European executives. Please contact Thom Barnhardt regarding options. |
9:15 - 9:45 Political Briefing of the CEE region: CEC Group's Marek Matraszek
A brief update of key flashpoints in CEE in the coming months - as well as a longer-term perspective.
A brief update of key flashpoints in CEE in the coming months - as well as a longer-term perspective.
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9:45 - 10:30: Infrastructure expansion: How the CEE region's infrastructure investment is contributing to long-term economic growth.
Opportunities in areas such as Digital Infrastructure, Roads, Rail, Seaports, and Airports are key foundations for deeper and more-balanced growth.
Opportunities in areas such as Digital Infrastructure, Roads, Rail, Seaports, and Airports are key foundations for deeper and more-balanced growth.
Panelists and Case-Studies:
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10:30 - 11:00: Coffees and Networking
11:00 - 11:45: Energy Independence for CEE:
Countries in the CEE region have been steadily building anti-fragile, robust and diversified energy sources as a matter of government policy. We'll discuss the ongoing efforts that have been injected with sense of urgency, in such areas as Gas and gas pipelines, LNG, Renewables, Nuclear (and SMRs), and integrated energy distribution networks. Opportunities for mid-sized US companies in the related Environmental space.
Presentation Energy mix: forecasts and trends for CEE.
Panelists (3):
Countries in the CEE region have been steadily building anti-fragile, robust and diversified energy sources as a matter of government policy. We'll discuss the ongoing efforts that have been injected with sense of urgency, in such areas as Gas and gas pipelines, LNG, Renewables, Nuclear (and SMRs), and integrated energy distribution networks. Opportunities for mid-sized US companies in the related Environmental space.
Presentation Energy mix: forecasts and trends for CEE.
Panelists (3):
- Renewables (Wind, PV/Solar)
- LNG and other Gas
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Summit continues on 2 Stages:
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Stage 1: Defense
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Stage 2: Locations in Focus
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11:45 - 12:30: Defense procurement in CEE
Clearly the defense sector has taken a front-seat in terms of policy and investment priorities for the CEE region. Logistics and procurement for the defense sector present enormous opportunities for the private-sector, for both US companies and CEE-based companies. Presentation: Ron Farkas, Poland-U.S. Operations Panelists (2): tba Moderator: tba 
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11:45 - 12:30: Spotlight on Locations: CEE & US
Clearly, location matters. This session focuses on up-n-coming locations on both sides of the Atlantic. (8-10 min rapid-fire insights into top cities and states). Presentations: #1 - tba #2 - tba #3 - tba |
12:30 - 14:00 VIP Luncheon and 1-on-1 Meetings:
(Keynote Luncheon Speaker: tba)
(Keynote Luncheon Speaker: tba)
Afternoon Stages:
14:00 - 16:00
We continue on 2 stages in the afternoon, so that executives can pick-and-choose the topic of their choice.
14:00 - 16:00
We continue on 2 stages in the afternoon, so that executives can pick-and-choose the topic of their choice.
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Stage 1:
14:00 - 14:45:
Cybersecurity: Strengthening cyber resilience with integrated security platforms. The importance of cybersecurity to business and government organizations has taken on new urgency. Presentation and Panelists: #1 - tba #2 - tba 14:45-15:30:
Business Services Sourcing from Central Eastern Europe for United States companies. U.S. companies share their experiences and lessons-learned of setting up and operating Digital/IT and F&A back-offices in CEE. An overview of the talent and labor pools in CEE. Captive vs. external sourcing. Panelists:
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Stage 2:
14:00 - 15:15:
USA-CEE Awards Showcase Presentations: Take a deeper look at 10 short-listed top companies behind our Awards Nominations. Insights into their operations and strategies. (8-10 minute Presentations). Including CEE-born Companies with "HighPotential" for success in US market. Cast your vote via our online Brella platform for your favorite - with Awards to be announced at the evening Awards Gala.
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Stage 1
15:30 - 16:00: Ukraine: The Road to Reconstruction.
15:30 - 16:00: Ukraine: The Road to Reconstruction.
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Throughout the evening, we'll be tasting top Polish summer wines, with opening comments by American winemaker Mike Whitney, who founded Adoria Vineyards after moving to Poland in 1995.
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What past attendees said:
"It was a great event and I found it very interesting to hear about others' experiences in CEE." - Global Director of midwest manufacturing firm with location in Hungary.
"There were many seasoned veterans highlighting their lessons learned. In thinking about our own client base, we know there are folks who are only beginning this journey and this type of event could be quite valuable for them."- Global Head of East Coast banking firm with location in Poland.
"It was a great event and I found it very interesting to hear about others' experiences in CEE." - Global Director of midwest manufacturing firm with location in Hungary.
"There were many seasoned veterans highlighting their lessons learned. In thinking about our own client base, we know there are folks who are only beginning this journey and this type of event could be quite valuable for them."- Global Head of East Coast banking firm with location in Poland.
"We discussed how beneficial this would have been to us in the early days of our establishment of our Krakow office and believe others would feel the same." - Global Process Owner from blue-chip Financial Services firm with location in Poland.