2026 Series

1 Hour With...

June 11, 2.00 P.M. CET 

Gracia Sánchez del Real

President, Futur Innovation | CEO, Infinity Capital | President, Woman Leader
International Business Strategist, Investor Relations & Global Partnerships Advisor focused on AI, innovation, leadership and international business development.

Madrid, SPAIN 

June 18, 2.00 P.M. CET

Alida Perkov, PhD 

Founding Partner KJ Partnerships #1

An educator, researcher, and long-time advocate for entrepreneurship, lifelong learning, and community development. She has worked on numerous initiatives connecting education, innovation, and social impact. In recent years, her work has increasingly focused on history, cultural heritage, and the preservation of collective memory, exploring how stories from the past can strengthen identity, inspire future generations, and contribute to sustainable community development. 

Pula, CROATIA

June 25, 3.30 P.M. CET 

Pedro Mateus Das Neves, PhD

A strategy, governance, and investment expert focused on sustainable development and global business. Founder & CEO of Global Solutions 4U, a university professor and researcher. Senior Advisor to the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE).

Lisbon, PORTUGAL 

July 2, 2.00 P.M. CET

Richard Gordon Kelly

Leadership and performance facilitator working with executives and teams across Europe.
Focused on trust, presence, and sustainable performance through human connection.

Brussels, BELGIUM 

August 27, 2.00 P.M. CET

Gary Schoeniger

The founder and CEO of the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative (ELI), author of The Entrepreneurial Mindset Advantage, and a globally recognized thought leader on entrepreneurial mindset. His work focuses on unlocking human potential and helping people develop the skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing, AI-driven world.

Ohio, USA

September 3, 2.00 P.M. CET 

Dr. Md. Sabur Khan

Chairman, Daffodil International University
Chairman GEN Bangladesh 

President, Association of Private Universities of Bangladesh (APUB); Former President, Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP); Entrepreneurship educator; Youth & Innovation Advocate

A globally recognized leader in higher education, entrepreneurship and innovation, Dr. Khan has dedicated his career to empowering young people through education, future skills development and international collaboration.

Dhaka, BANGLADESH

September 10, 2.00 P.M. CET

Matin Maheen

Founder and CEO of BacBon, an award-winning social enterprise transforming education through innovation and technology. Driven by a vision to create equal opportunities for young people, he has dedicated his work to improving access to quality education, empowering communities, and using digital solutions to create lasting social impact. His inspiring journey demonstrates how innovation can change lives and build a better future for all.

BANGLADESH

September 17, 2.00 P.M. CET

Domagoj Grgić

Founder and CEO of Veritas Hospitality, a boutique hospitality management and consulting company specialized in operational management, sales, marketing and financial optimization of hotels and tourism assets. With more than 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry, he has managed hotel portfolios and tourism projects in Croatia and internationally, collaborating with leading brands including Marriott and Accor.

Split, CROATIA 

September 24, 2.00 P.M. CET 

Emeka Ajogbe 

The Founder of PROSPERIIUM and a financial coach, leadership mentor and advocate for personal transformation. His work focuses on helping individuals break free from limiting beliefs about money, build sustainable wealth and develop the confidence to lead with purpose. Through wealth psychology, mindset and leadership, Emeka inspires people to create lasting personal and professional impact.

Brussels, BELGIUM 

October 1, 2.00 P.M. CET
Margo Batthyány-Schmidt

President, Hungarian Batthyány Foundation
President, Union of Hungarian Women Association
Philanthropist; Women's Leadership Advocate

A passionate advocate for women's leadership, entrepreneurship and social impact, Margo Batthyány-Schmidt is dedicated to empowering women, strengthening families and fostering community development through innovative programmes and meaningful partnerships.

Budapest, HUNGARY 

October 8, 2.00 P.M. CET 
Dato' Stephen (Steve) Cheah

Professor of Practice; Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Enabler & Advisor; Founder, AiSED; Chair, Southeast Asia Chapter, UNESCO Entrepreneurship Education Network (EE-Net); GEN Thailand; Diplomatic Council

Steve Cheah is an international business advisor with extensive experience across Asia and Europe. He works to foster entrepreneurship, inclusive economic development and cross-border collaboration by connecting entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, educational institutions and business leaders. Through his involvement with international networks and organisations, he promotes strategic partnerships and creates opportunities for business growth, innovation and knowledge exchange.

Bangkok, THAILAND 
 

October 15, 2.00 P.M. CET

Dash Dhakshinamoorthy

Entrepreneurship enabler, coach and ecosystem builder with more than 30 years of experience in starting, building and supporting ventures.

Founder of StartupMalaysia.org and Co-Founder of Act2, he has played an important role in the development of Malaysia's startup ecosystem and has worked with entrepreneurs, organisations and institutions across Asia-Pacific and internationally.

His work today focuses on entrepreneurship, personal and organisational transformation, ecosystem development and helping people and organisations create new possibilities in times of change.

Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA

October 22, 2.00 P.M. CET

Tatjana Puškarić, prof.

Head of the Regional Development and Strategic Planning Department at the Public Institution Regional Coordinator of Sisak-Moslavina County.

She has more than 20 years of professional experience in regional development, strategic planning, EU funds and project management. Throughout her career, she has held senior positions in regional development institutions, including the Regional Development Agency SI-MO-RA and the Sisak-Moslavina County administration, where she led the Department for EU Funds for over a decade.

Tatjana holds a degree in Sociology from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Zagreb, and has dedicated her career to strengthening regional development, strategic planning and institutional capacity building.

Sisak, CROATIA 

October 29, 2.00 P.M. CET

Sandra Mihelčić, MSc

Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Business Media Group

Business education organizer, women empowerment advocate, entrepreneur and investor focused on business visibility, networking, leadership and entrepreneurship development.

Zagreb, CROATIA

November 5, 2.00 PM. CET

Željko Oreški, MRAeS

Air Traffic Controller, President of the Croatian Air Traffic Controllers Association (ATCA), Human Factors Specialist and Board Member of the European Association for Aviation Psychology (EAAP). He is also a Shift Supervisor at ACC Zagreb, an assessor and lecturer, with a Master's degree in Transportation Engineering and membership in the Royal Aeronautical Society (MRAeS).

His expertise focuses on aviation safety, human factors, leadership, training and organisational resilience. Through his work, he promotes the importance of people, communication and continuous learning in high-responsibility environments, sharing valuable lessons that extend beyond aviation to other industries and society.

Zagreb, CROATIA

Upcoming conversations

November 12, 2.00 P.M. CET

Danijel Koletić, MBA

CEO of APRIORI WORLD, an internationally recognised expert in entrepreneurship, innovation and strategic communication. Through his work, he connects businesses, institutions and international networks, promoting SME development, regional competitiveness and cross-border collaboration. He is also the founder of the PRO PR Globe Awards, one of the world's leading recognitions for excellence in public relations and communication.

 Zagreb, CROATIA 

November 19, 2.00 P.M. CET

Ivan Štefanić, PhD

EIC Ambassador at the European Innovation Council (EISMEA), food chain technologies and sustainable innovation specialist, and advocate for entrepreneurship and innovation. Through his work at the European level, he supports the development of innovative ecosystems, sustainable food systems, SME growth and international collaboration.

Brussels, BELGIUM 

November 26, 12.30-14.00
CET

KJ PARTNERSHIPS COMMUNITY ONLINE GATHERING 

Meet · Connect · Explore Collaboration

An informal online gathering for KJ Partnerships Community members to meet each other, exchange interests and explore opportunities for collaboration.

Please confirm your participation to receive the Google Meet link.

December 3, 2.00 P.M. CET
Paul Bishop 

An international cross-border capital strategist and deal architect with more than 40 years of global business experience. As the founder of Intaprise Global Investments, he helps SMEs become investment and acquisition ready by connecting businesses with strategic alliances, cross-border capital and international growth opportunities.

SOUTH AFRICA
 

December 10, 2.00 P.M. CET

Guest to be announced

December 17, 2.00 P.M. CET
Jovana Čutul

Founder, Žene za otok & NWW Studio; Community & Local Development Strategist; Author, Public Speaker and Social Impact Advocate

Passionate about community building, entrepreneurship and local development, Jovana Čutul works with island communities, entrepreneurs and local stakeholders to create initiatives that strengthen resilience, foster collaboration and generate lasting social impact. Through her work, she promotes innovative approaches to community engagement, women's leadership and sustainable regional development.

 Krk, CROATIA

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