Annual Conference Focuses on Business Leadership and Society Impact
The Center for Entrepreneurship is holding its annual conference 'Entrepreneurs as Leaders in Business and Society'. The event will provide entrepreneurs with a platform to discuss best practices in leading their company's growth, including how to use information technology, personnel management, raising capital, and the role entrepreneurs play in creating jobs, national wealth, and developing society. The event will be conducted in English with simultaneous interpretation. Event Agenda: 08:30 - 09:00: Registration and welcome coffee 09:00 - 09:40: Welcome Addresses 09:40 10:40: Leadership That Lasts: How Entrepreneurs Lead Growth Companies Dr. Ray Smilor This master class will focus on the personal dimensions of leadership. It highlights three powerful attributes of leadership - authenticity, trust, and optimism - those that inspire people to follow leaders. Through giving examples, practical recommendations, and useful worksheets, the session provides participants with effective ways of enhancing their leadership skills. 10:40 11:00: Coffee Break and Networking 11:00 12:30: Information and Internet Technologies for Business Development Entrepreneurs and experts discuss new trends in the development of information and Internet technologies, how information and mobile technology development will affect future consumer behavior, and using internet and social networking tools to attract and retain customers. Panel members: Natalia Matveeva, Denis Margolin, Igor Borovikov, Boris Akimov 12:30 13:45: Lunch 13:45 15:15: Break-Out Sessions: Session One: Search for talent: attracting and keeping the best personnel Yury Rubtsov, Dmitry Agarunov Session Two: Raising capital for business growth Kirill Veselov, Alexey Akindinov, Nadezhda Martynova, Ekaterina Sedova, Alexander Gloushkov 15:15 15:45: Coffee Break 15:45 17:00: Entrepreneurs and Society Moderated Discussion on roles entrepreneurs play in mentoring young entrepreneurs, developing socially responsible businesses, and improving the culture for entrepreneurship. Moderator: Boris Tkachenko. Panel members: Maxim Nogotkov, Arkady Lopukhov, Sergey Vykhodtsev, Alexey Komissarov 17:00 17:30: Entrepreneur as Leader in Business and Society Keynote address by Alexander Brechalov 17:30 - 17:45: Closing Remarks 18:00 - 20:00: 2011 CFE Entrepreneurship Development Awards followed by a Networking Reception
The event venue: Radisson Royal Hotel Conference Times: 9:00 to 18:10 Gala Reception Follows at 18:10 to 20:00 Participation fee: For entrepreneurs: 6000 rubles (including VAT); For participants from other cities: 4800 rubles (including VAT).
Key Organizations Involved
Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Program recognizes leaders who drive sustainable growth in their businesses. Their objective is to unite and engage with the entrepreneurs driving successful businesses, celebrating their achievements across various categories. Another notable organization is Cyprus Investment Promotion Agency (CIPA), which aims to enhance and promote Cyprus as an attractive international investment destination. They provide support and necessary information to potential investors aiming to establish or expand their businesses. The conference is supported by various strategic partners, sponsors, and information partners, ensuring that entrepreneurs gain valuable insights and networking opportunities.