CONNECTING FUTURES 2026
About this Event
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 & AGENDA WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE MENTEEHUB PAGE.
https://www.menteehub.org/
Who's Behind This?
Organised & Curated by:
BWBH • BHFF • MenteeHub • MakingItInAustria
Co-Host:
BAWAG Group
Co-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: [email protected]
Thank you for your understanding!
Agenda
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Registration & Welcome
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:10 PM
Opening Remarks
🕑: 04:10 PM - 04:20 PM
THE FUTURE IS ALREADY HERE: Turning Volatility into Opportunity
Info: Opening keynote by Enver Sirucic, CFO at Bawag Group AG
🕑: 04:20 PM - 04:50 PM
Panel 1: THE LEADERSHIP EDGE | Winning strategies for uncertain times
Info: Exploring antifragile businesses, geopolitical shifts, and leadership in economic turbulence, featuring leaders from AI & tech strategy, academia, and finance.
🕑: 04:50 PM - 05:10 PM
GAME-CHANGING MOMENTS: 3 Career pivots that redefined success
Info: 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
🕑: 05:10 PM - 05:25 PM
BREAK: Unwind & Connect
🕑: 05:25 PM - 05:55 PM
Panel 2: LEADING FROM WITHIN | How personal power creates success
Info: Deep-diving into skill stacking, opportunity radar, financial empowerment, and negotiating from strength.
🕑: 05:55 PM - 06:20 PM
Company Spotlights
Info: 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!
🕑: 06:20 PM - 06:35 PM
Closing Remarks
The Aftertalk: Community & Connection
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
EUR 35.00
