CONNECTING FUTURES 2026

Business Women of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Navigating Tomorrow in Uncertain Times: What Winners Know Today

BAWAG Group

CONNECTING FUTURES is back!In a world defined by volatility, disruption, and rapid transformation, how do you stay ahead? After a sold-out debut in 2025, CONNECTING FUTURES returns for its second edition, bringing together young professionals, executives, founders, and international talent to explore the strategies, mindsets, and connections that separate tomorrow's winners from the rest.Whether you're navigating a career pivot, scaling a business, or positioning yourself in a shifting global economy, this is the room you want to be in.

FULL PROGRAM &amp; AGENDA AVAILABLE HERE:https://www.menteehub.org/events Who's Behind This?Organised &amp; Curated by:BWBH • BHFF • MenteeHub • MakingItInAustriaCo-Host:BAWAG GroupCo-Curating Partners:WU Executive Academy • Vienna Business Agency Who Is This For?- Young professionals ready to level up- Executives and founders navigating uncertainty- International talent, with a special focus on professionals from the Western Balkans- Anyone who believes the best time to shape the future is *now* Don't just watch the future unfold. Connect to it. IMPORTANT **Please note that photos and videos will be taken during the event and may be used for publicity, documentation, or promotional purposes (e.g., on websites, social media, or in print materials). If you do not wish to appear in any recordings, please inform the event organizers on site or contact them in advance via email at: business.women.bh@gmail.com Thank you for your understanding!

Agenda

Registration & Welcome

Opening Remarks

Opening keynote by Enver Sirucic, CFO at Bawag Group AG

THE FUTURE IS ALREADY HERE: Turning Volatility into Opportunity

Exploring antifragile businesses, geopolitical shifts, and leadership in economic turbulence, featuring leaders from AI & tech strategy, academia, and finance. 

Panel 1: THE LEADERSHIP EDGE | Winning strategies for uncertain times

Featured stories:

The Corporate Rebellion: Breaking rules inside big companies and getting promoted

The Startup Bet: Leaving security to build something meaningful - lessons learned

The Executive Pivot: Mid-career transformation success story 

GAME-CHANGING MOMENTS: 3 Career pivots that redefined success

BREAK: Unwind & Connect

Deep-diving into skill stacking, opportunity radar, financial empowerment, and negotiating from strength.

Panel 2: LEADING FROM WITHIN | How personal power creates success

A quickfire round of 2-minute company presentations by our sponsors.
Each organization will briefly introduce their mission and activities. A great chance to discover potential partners, employers, or collaborators.

Don't miss these power-packed intros!

CONNECTING FUTURES 2026

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