Business Summit - Krakow 2011
Krakow, Poland was the setting for The Foundation's November Business Summit which saw 60 business leaders come together for a day of discussion, training and connection.
At the invitation of community and not-for-profit organisation leaders Zibi and Magda Marzec, Ian Green, Proton's Executive Director travelled to Krakow, Poland to deliver a one day Business Summit to some of the city's business leaders and entrepreneurs.
Friday evening was spent with 15 local young leaders considering ways to use business to benefit the community through social engagement. Meeting at a coffee and cake shop established by one of the local young entrepreneurs, Ian inspired the group of young and emerging leaders to explore opportunities to see transformation in their city of Krakow through job creation, business development and social enterprise.
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The Business Summit commenced on Saturday morning and 60 delegates arrived promptly at 9.00 am at the event venue, the beautiful Biala Roza Restaurant in the heart of the city. This was Proton's first visit to Krakow and the team were delighted with the interest in the event from existing business owners, young entrepreneurs, people from the corporate world and those looking to set out on the adventure of creating new businesses.
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Zibi Marzec was our host for the Summit and he welcomed delegates and introduced Ian Green, the main speaker.
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Ian Green, founder and Executive Director of two international not-for-profit organisations and international conference speaker, delivered six sessions in total. Topics covered included:
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Ian was accompanied on the trip by Wendy Bolton, Business Development Manager for the Proton Foundation who shared with the group about the work of the Foundation and opportunities to engage in projects or host training programmes in the city. Greg Swinamer, Regional Director for sister organisation, NLI, also took part in the trip. Greg shared briefly on his experiences in the area of stocks and shares. There was plenty of time for discussion and networking over coffee breaks and lunch. |
The Summit was very well received and feedback was very positive. As a result a follow up event is already being planned for April 2012. On the back of the interest shown during the Summit, The Foundation is also looking to schedule a STEPS to Excellence for Personal Success training course in Krakow in Autumn 2012.
Watch this space for more information or visit the Summit website which will be updated with 2012 news in the new year.
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