Panels, Breakouts & Fireside Chats
Discover the sessions shaping this year’s ACAP Conference — from expert-led breakouts to dynamic panel discussions covering the topics that matter most to our community.
Check back as we announce more details.
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Panel #1
CAREER / ENTREPRENEURSHIP / BUSINESS / TECHNOLOGY
The Career Crossroads: Big Tech, Startups & Everything In Between
What does it take to build a successful career in today’s rapidly changing world of business and technology? This panel brings together professionals and entrepreneurs from both the world of global technology companies and the startup ecosystem to explore the opportunities, challenges, and trade-offs of each path. From career growth and innovation to risk, entrepreneurship, and impact, panelists will share their experiences and offer insights for anyone navigating their own professional journey.
Natalia Burina
Founder and CEO, NB Labs
Marin Smiljanić
CEO, Omnisearch
Ivan Orehovec
Co-founder and CEO,
QuantWheel
Tibor Pakozdi, Ph.D.
Founder and CEO, AI.hr
SEPTEMBER
30
Pickleball Tournament kicks off our event with a friendly competition.
October
01
Pre-Conference Symposium presented by the ACAP Health and Lifestyle Committee.
Academic Symposium will bring insights connecting academic work to the Croatian diaspora.
Welcome Reception followed by Industry Dinners.
OCTOBER
02-03
The conference opens with remarks from ACAP leadership and distinguished dignitaries, followed by two days of keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions, plus exhibitor booths, cocktail and chess networking, and a Gala Dinner celebrating the conference’s tenth anniversary.
OCTOBER
04
Close out the conference at your own pace, from a morning Croatian Mass and guided hike and lecture to a 3×3 basketball tournament, and CroatiaFest.
Beyond the Conference
Make the Most of Your Trip to Seattle
Beyond the main conference program, ACAP has organized pre- and post-conference activities so attendees can extend their stay and make the most of their time in Seattle.
ACAP proudly thanks the partners who have helped make this conference possible.