The event promises to be a dynamic exploration of governance trends at the global, regional, and local levels, and it is built under the umbrella Governance Challenges in a Global Ecosystem. The Conference will delve into the multifaceted landscape of governance, examining both its global impact and nuanced dynamics within socioeconomic and political ecosystems.

Experts, authorities, regulators, top notch consultants and business representatives will dissect the latest trends in governance, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by organizations globally.

The Conference will take place on May 13, 2024, in person, at InterContinental Athénée Palace, Episcopiei Street, no. 1-3, Bucharest.

What are the event panels?

Future of Governance International Conference is structured in 3 panels covering key topics in corporate governance. The Conference will start with Mircea Abrudean, Secretary General of the Government of Romania, who will bring his expertise on stage in the Opening Speeches Section.

The first Panel “Year in Review: Global, Regional and Local Trends in Corporate Governance” will analyze the shifts and nuances in governance practices across global, regional, and local arenas amidst challenging times. The speakers present in the panel are:

• World Bank, Anna Akhalkatsi, Country Manager for Romania and Hungary
• EBRD, Victoria Zinchuk, Director for Romania
• The General Secretariat of the Government (SGG), Adrian Țuțuianu, Deputy General Secretary of the Government
• Agency for Monitoring and Evaluation of the Performance of Public Enterprises (AMEPIP), Mihai Precup, President
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania, Luca Niculescu, State Secretary/National Coordinator for Romania's OECD Accession Process

The second panel is built like a Masterclass under the umbrella “Corporate Governance Challenges in the Political, Social and Economic Ecosystem” and will host on stage important speakers from:

• PwC Romania, Dinu Bumbăcea, Country Managing Partner, Advisory Leader
• EY, Aurelia Costache, Partner, AI & Data Leader
• Deloitte Legal, Andrei Burz-Pînzaru, Partner
• KPMG Romania, Victor Iancu, PhD, Associate Partner

The third panel “Roundtable: Geopolitical Influences in Strategic Governance” brings together thought leaders and experts to debate the intricate interplay between geopolitics and strategic governance. The panel brings together key speakers:

• NATO, Mircea Geoană, Deputy Secretary General
• Chancellery of the Prime Minister, Florin Spătaru, State Counselor
• Foreign Policy Research Institute, Antonia Colibașanu, Senior Fellow and Senior Analyst, Geopolitical Futures
• Henley Business School and Envisia Business School, Andrew Kakabadse, Professor of Governance and Strategic Leadership | Chairman
• OMV Petrom, Christina Verchere, CEO 

More about the event and agenda you can find here https://www.envisia.eu/en/posts/future-of-governance-international-conference-2024

Investment and how to book your place

The Future of Governance Conference helps professionals expand their perspective on challenges and future evolutions in the Corporate Governance field, and offers valuable insights from high-level experts with a wide expertise in board practice, corporate governance and sustainable growth. Also, it is a great opportunity to enter a professional community that shares the same values and principles.

The AmCham community benefits from a special early bird price: 150 EUR + VAT, which includes:

• access to the entire event, panels and networking breaks
• access to top-notch speakers from local and international organizations
• learning and high-level networking opportunities

The participation at the event will be confirmed after purchasing the ticket from here https://buy.stripe.com/dR6aFXfZn0fleNGcMR. Click on the link and follow the necessary steps.

Future of Governance International Conference partners

Institutional Partners: Secretariatul General al Guvernului (SGG), Agenția pentru Monitorizarea și Evaluarea Performanțelor Întreprinderilor Publice (AMEPIP), Organismul Național de Standardizare din România (ASRO), Bucharest Stock Exchange / Bursa de Valori București, American Chamber of Commerce in Romania (AmCham), British Romanian Chamber of Commerce (BRCC), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), International Association for Sustainable Economy (IASE)

Platinum Partner: BRD

Partners: TeraPlast, Raiffeisen Bank, ONV LAW, Public Affairs Solution, Ana Hotels and ENACHE, PIRTEA & ASOCIAȚII.