Program

 9:00 - 9.30 hod. Registration and Networking

9:30 - 9:45 hod. Introduction of CFA Institute and CFA Society Slovakia

9:45 - 10:55 hod.  Geopolitical Realignment: Redefining Economic Relations with Ukraine and Russia

Geopolitics has transitioned from a tail-risk to a core variable in financial modeling. This panel addresses the long-term economic and financial implications of the ongoing fragmentation in Eastern Europe. Discussants will analyze the strategic challenges of economic decoupling, the reshaping of supply chains, and the immense financial architecture being designed for the eventual reconstruction and integration of Ukraine into Western markets.

Moderator:  Marek Prokopec, CFA, Former President CFA Society Slovakia

Panel Discussion

• Ivan Mikloš, Former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the Slovak Republic
• Ján Čarnogurský, Former Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic

10:55 - 11:10 hod. Coffe Break

11:10 - 12:25 hod. Private Markets & Infrastructure: From Illiquid Valuations to Local Bonds

As private markets grow and traditional funding shifts, investors face dual challenges in valuation and capital mobilization. This panel explores modern pricing methodologies for illiquid assets—such as private equity and private debt—alongside the challenges of liquidity risk management. Concurrently, the discussion highlights the untapped potential of municipal bonds and local capital markets as tools to channel domestic savings, private wealth, and pension capital directly into public infrastructure.

Moderator: Alojz Šimičák, CFA, President CFA Society Slovakia 

Panel Discussion

• Michal Maxim, Associate Partner, Head of ESG and FRM Services, KPMG in Slovakia
• Daniel Gašpar, Managing Partner, Crowdberry
• Martin Wiedermann, Chief Executive Officer, Centrálny depozitár cenných papierov
• Peter Jedinák, Counsel, Head of Slovak Capital Markets and Financial Regulation, A&O Shearman

12:25 - 13:55 hod. Lunch

13:55 - 14:10 hod. Lukáš Kolenička, Double Red Cars

14:10 - 15:20 hod. Digital Assets: From Speculation to Institutional Adoption
Digital assets are rapidly evolving from a niche investment theme into a strategic component of the global financial system. From cryptocurrencies and tokenized securities to stablecoins and blockchain-based infrastructure, these innovations are reshaping capital markets, payments, and asset ownership. This panel brings together leaders from the financial industry to explore the future of digital assets, the path toward institutional adoption, emerging regulatory frameworks, and the opportunities and risks that will define the next phase of financial innovation.

Moderator: Adrián Kožuch, Treasurer CFA Society Slovakia

Panel Discussion

• Martynas Pilkis, Business Development Officer, Axiology
• David Forcucci, Sales Manager, Crypto Finance

15:20 - 15:35 Coffe Break

15:35 - 16:45 hod. Market Outlook & Investment Strategies: Navigating a New Economic Era

As central banks recalibrate monetary policies amid persistent geopolitical shifts and structural changes, investors face the challenge of sourcing sustainable alpha. This flagship panel will assess global market dynamics, interest rates, and equity and fixed-income outlooks. Leading industry voices will debate how client priorities have shifted, the actual role of AI beyond the hype, and the best strategies for building resilient portfolios in an environment of redefined risks and opportunities.

Moderator: Ivan Melay , CFA, Vice-President CFA Society Slovakia

Intro (private markets): Claudio Siniscalco, Founder & Managing Partner, Fiduciary Co-investment Partners LLP

Panel Discussion

• Tomáš Tomčány, NN Slovensko
• Rastislav Kráľ, Analyst and Product Development Manager, KBC Asset Management Slovensko
• Eva Kianicová, Chief Investment Officer, Erste Assset Management
• Dávid Tokač, Founder - Empaq Partners, 10+ years in 2 biggest Swiss banks, Empaq Partners

16:45 - 17:00 hod. Event Closing

17:00 - 19:45 hod. Networking