8:45 – 9:15 Breakfast and networking

9:15 – 9:40 Welcome speech – CFA Society Slovakia – Martin Kažimír , Marcel Imrišek, CFA

9:40 – 10:00 CFA Climate Risk, Valuation, and Investing Certificate   – CFA Society Slovakia - Andrej Kramer, CFA

10:00 – 10:45 The G in ESG: How Good are the Governance Ratings in ESG Ratings? –  academic presentation - Prof. Dr. Kornelia Fabisik, CFA, PRM, Universität Bern, Assistant Professor of Finance at the University of Bern

10:45 – 11:15 Coffee break

11:15 – 12:15 Panel Discussion 1: Navigating ESG in a Changing World: Global Insights and Local Strategies  moderated by Marek Prokopec, CFA

•         The Intersection of ESG and Geopolitical Shifts:  Gain insights into how current geopolitical changes are shaping ESG initiatives on a global scale.
•          Balancing ESG and Economic Prosperity:  Delve into the challenges and opportunities of aligning ESG initiatives with economic growth and prosperity.
•         Enhancing Governance in Slovakia:  Hear panellists’ perspectives on key strategies for improving governance in Slovakia, making the country more attractive for young people to stay, and fostering a vibrant and dynamic society.

 Panellists: 

Peter Nelson,  Ambassador of Switzerland

Zulf Hyatt-Khan  ,  Deputy Chairman Council of Slovak Exporters

Lívia Vašáková , Director of Corporate Development and Public  ZSE 

12:15 – 13:30 Lunch

13:30 – 13:45 – Music Performance VŠMU

13:45 – 14:30 Impact Investing  – academic presentation - Prof. Dr. Julian Kölbel, Universität St.Gallen

14:30 – 15:30 Panel Discussion 2: Resilience and Sustainability in Business Models  moderated by Peter Chovan

•           Resilience of Business Models and Strategies & Sustainability Opportunities:  Explore how businesses can build resilience against risks related to sustainability aspects. Identify the opportunities that sustainability aspects present for businesses.
•          Key Performance Indicators:  Highlight the key performance indicators necessary for sustainability disclosures.
•          Financial and Investment Plans:  Define financial and investment plans to ensure business models and strategies align with the transition to a sustainable economy.
•          Role of Governance Bodies:  Describe the role of governing, managing, and supervisory bodies in sustainability aspects, including their expertise and skills or their approach to acquiring such expertise and skills.
•          Key Sustainability Risks:  Outline the main sustainability-related risks for businesses, including key dependencies and how these risks are managed.

Panellists: 

Peter Jedinák  , Allen Overy Shearman Sterling, Head of Capital Markets and Financial Regulation, Banking & Finance Department

Peter Molnár  , Ernst & Young, Senior Manager, Climate Change and Sustainability Services

Nikoleta Csabajko  , SmartHead, Business Development Manager

Nikoleta Vanyek-Molnárová  , AZC Services, Head of Regulatory Department

15:30 - 16:00 Coffee break

16.00 – 17:00 Panel Discussion 3: Electric mobility in Europe – Reality check 2025  moderated by Marek Sásik, CFA 

•          5 years into Green Deal – expectations and reality in European electric mobility:   Pace of adoption of electric vehicles (EV) – what did we expect and where do we stand? What are the reasons for it? Current major obstacles in faster adoption of EVs and how they can be overcome. Is the 2035 goal of zero emission-only new cars still achievable and will EV be the main answer?
•          Customers ’ view and automakers’ view:   How has customers’ behaviour changed in terms of EV adoption over past 5 years? What does secondary car market tell us about customers ’ preferences? To what extent is EV development dependent on state subsidies? Will European automakers be able to deliver on EV goals? Can European automakers stay competitive? Is Europe able to produce its own batteries?
•          Energy crisis and European competitiveness – a game changer?   Will we have enough electricity for further EV-share growth and at what cost? Are we playing a smart game with Chinese? Should we expect industrial and energy policy change in Europe and in what direction?
•          Technology Development: What  are the latest innovations in EV technology, including battery advancements, charging infrastructure, and vehicle performance improvements. Discuss the current state and future for EV infrastructure, focusing on charging stations, grid integration, and public policy support.

Panellists: 

Peter Badík  , Managing Partner, GreenWay

Marian Burian,  General Manager, Arval Slovakia

Alexander Matušek,  President, Automotive Industry Association of Slovakia

17:00 – 19:00  Closing remarks, networking