Take part in interactive and practical lectures in a new format.

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MASTERCLASS HEALTH&CARE (25.11.2025) 

13:30 - 15:30 Masterclass for Start-ups I
From Idea to Capital: How to Finance the Development and Growth of a Start-up

(hall Bratislava, 1st floor)

This practical masterclass is designed for startup founders and entrepreneurs who want to understand how to secure and effectively use financing to develop their projects. It will focus on the entire capital-raising process - from initial sources to later investment rounds—and explain how to set up the right financial strategy to support the company's long-term growth and stability. Participants will learn about the basic financing options for start-ups, how to distinguish between different types of investors, and what investors are really looking for in a project. The masterclass will also offer a practical look at how to prepare a compelling pitch deck and a "sales" business plan that will attract potential investors. Experienced lecturers will also present best practices from the investment landscape and highlight the most common mistakes startups should avoid when raising capital. The final part will focus on convertible loans—a modern, flexible financing tool that can be the key to a company's growth without immediately giving up equity. The goal of the masterclass is for participants to leave with a clearer understanding of financial options, better preparation for negotiations with investors, and specific steps on how to take their startup to the next level.

Limerock Advisors - 3 mentors with investment and transaction experience
Michal Jablonka, private equity & venture financovanie
Igor Kottman, Former Finance Director, fundraising & corporate development
Roman Čmelík, Former Bank Director, fundraising & corporate development

Prinášajú pohľad z druhej strany stola: čo rozhoduje, keď sedíš oproti investorovi.

13:30 - 14:30 Masterclass: Self-Defense for Healthcare Professionals

(hall London III)

How to defend yourself not only physically, but also mentally? This interactive masterclass will introduce a globally recognized approach to preventing and managing aggression that combines self-defense, psychology, and communication skills. We will focus on real-life situations in the healthcare environment, where tension between the organization, patients, and staff can escalate into conflict. Participants will learn to recognize warning signs, respond with respect and firmness, and protect not only their bodies but also their mental well-being. Together, we will go through the five pillars of ESD – Think, Shout, Run, Fight, Share – and translate them into specific steps for daily practice by healthcare professionals. We draw inspiration from research and practice at renowned institutions in the US and Israel, where ESD is part of the training of healthcare personnel and emergency services. The masterclass will show you how to turn uncertainty into confidence and stress into resilience – because protecting yourself means protecting others.

16:00 - 17:30 Masterclass for Startups II. From Concept to Revenue – How to Move From Idea to Business

(hall Bratislava, 1st floor) 

The professional mentoring & masterclass is designed for startup founders and innovators who want to turn their ideas into functioning, profitable businesses. During this dynamic meeting, participants will immerse themselves in the process of commercializing innovation - from the initial vision to the launch of the product on the market. Under the guidance of an experienced foreign mentor, they will develop a tactical plan for their project, evaluate financing options, and learn to navigate the complex investment environment. The masterclass is practical, intensive, and based on real-life experiences from the innovation ecosystem. It will focus on key areas such as market strategy development, attracting first investors, overcoming barriers to market entry, intellectual property protection, and the commercialization process. It will also cover the "dark side of financing" – the risks and pitfalls that every start-up entrepreneur should be aware of. The goal is for participants to leave not only inspired but also with a concrete, realistic plan for the next steps on the path from an innovative idea to a commercially successful solution.

MASTERCLASS CYBERSEC (26.11.2025)

9:30 - 12:30 Masterclass: Effective Protection Based on Attacker Knowledge

(hall London III)

To effectively defend your organization, you must first understand how an attacker thinks. MITRE ATT&CK for Enterprise is a globally recognized framework that describes attacker behavior in all phases of an attack. It allows you to map real techniques, identify weaknesses in detection, prioritize defensive investments, and build a strategy based on real threats - not hypotheses.

Lector
Milan Pikula, National Cyber Security Center, National Security Authority
A specialist who works daily with real incidents and assesses the resilience of key systems.
The results of his work are used in national cyber defense and in large organizations.

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MASTERCLASS DIGI (27.11.2025)

13:40 - 14:40 Masterclass: Local AI

(hall London III)

The masterclass will focus on highlighting the advantages and limitations of using local AI models, for example, for vibecoding. An alternative will be presented as running AI directly on a computer, with the key compromise being between model size and available video memory. Practical demonstrations will show how to communicate with AI models on standard hardware using a model communication mediation tool. The demonstrations will include chatting with a document, generating image content, and using AI as an assistant for developers in a code editor. The possibilities of local communication with AI on a laptop and on a specialized AI workstation will be compared. The masterclass will emphasize how the right choice and placement of an AI model affect performance, costs, and data control.

15:00 - 15:30 How to Obtain Investments for the Digitization of Your Company

(hall London III)

Specific and practical instructions on how to apply for financing under the Slovak Investment Holding (SIH) scheme. You will learn what conditions your company must meet – in a clear checklist, without complicated terms and bureaucratic jargon. We will show you how the SIH guarantee can reduce the bank's risk by up to 80% and how the reimbursement of up to 30% of repayments works, including examples of when and how this mechanism is applied.

Lector
Artur Bobovnický
expert in financing innovation and business growth

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15:40 - 16:40 AI Gym DEMO training

(hall London III)

Come and try out what real training at AI Fitko looks like. During one hour, we will show you how AI really helps speed up work, improve ideas, and get more done. With a live trainer, first-hand experience, and directly applicable techniques for everyday use.

Lectors
Peter Šebo, PS:Digital
Ivona Matulik-Langner, AI Fitko

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