SM(ART) FUTURE

Schedule

• April 24 (Friday)
• 7:45Attendee Registration7:45 - 9:00
• 8:30Conference Opening

  Speakers

  Igor Stanek, CHASTIA s.r.o.Ján Michlík, Phillip, a.s.

  8:30 - 8:50
• 8:50Dream Big, Challenge Yourself and Keep Innovating!

  Speakers

  Filip Jančík

  8:50 - 9:20

  An inspirational keynote by successful Slovak violinist and producer Filip Jančík, originally from Poprad, who combines classical music with modern genres and performs on stages around the world. Through his personal story, he will show how dreams, discipline, the courage to experiment, and continuous innovation can become the foundation for success – not only in the arts but also in business and personal life.
• 9:20What comes after achieving your first dream?

  Speakers

  Patrik Le Giang

  9:20 - 9:25

  In this talk, Patrik LeGiang explores how to maintain motivation beyond initial success and turn ambition into long-term growth. He will focus on perseverance, discipline, and small daily steps that help each of us gradually become better—ultimately shaping the world around us.
• 9:25Innovate Throughout Your Life!

  Speakers

  Peter Vesterbacka, Entrepreneur from the FinEst Bay area

  9:25 - 9:40

  The keynote will offer an inspiring perspective on the role of innovation in both personal and professional life. It will emphasize the importance of dreams, personal ambition, and the continuous search for new solutions. The lecture will highlight how innovative thinking can help achieve individual goals, create value for society, and become a pathway to long-term success.

• 9:40Principles that endure

  Speakers

  Michal Strmiska, OVB Allfinanz Slovensko, a.s.

  9:40 - 10:00

  5 rules for a happy life — do they even exist?
• 10:00Innovation in AI? Is it even possible?

  Speakers

  Libor Bešenyi, Xolution

  10:00 - 10:30

  Let’s hear from the 2023 Innovation of the Year award winner in the Czech Republic on how they see the biggest challenges of artificial intelligence. Is it possible to put Slovakia on the innovation map in this field, or has the train already long left the station?
• 10:30Coffee break10:30 - 10:35
• 10:35How to Achieve Your Dreams While Helping Others

  Speakers

  Farhad Nazir, Czech Technical University in Prague

  10:35 - 10:50

  An inspiring lecture about turning personal dreams into concrete projects and initiatives that create a positive impact on society. It will focus on the importance of courage, perseverance, collaboration, and the willingness to contribute to improving the environment around us. The talk will show that success can go hand in hand with responsibility towards the community.

• 11:05Innovation as a Path to Success

  Speakers

  Arash Aazami

  11:05 - 11:40

  The lecture will present innovation as a key driver for addressing the challenges of today’s world – from energy systems to the functioning of the economy and society. It will explore how new technologies, digital solutions, and bold business models are transforming the way we create value and build a sustainable future. The session will also offer inspiration on how to turn visions into real projects and impactful innovations.
  

• 11:40Closing ceremony

  Speakers

  Igor Stanek, CHASTIA s.r.o.Ján Michlík, Phillip, a.s.

  11:40 - 11:45
• 13:30Departure to Follow the Footsteps of Andy Warhol13:30 - 0:00