AGENDA
2025
Day 1 – Tuesday, October 28
3:30 PM
6:00 PM
Welcome Reception in the Refectory with Special Guests
The historical heart of the monastery – a space where monks have shared meals in silence and contemplation for centuries. The Refectory, with its characteristic vaulted ceiling and ascetic beauty, fosters reflection, meaningful conversation, and unforgettable encounter
During this time, young leaders arrive in Tyniec. Before the first big questions are asked, young leaders will meet the Benedictines – masters of time, rhythm, and attentive presence. Opening Ritual: a symbolic collective walk from the monastery – “a march through the ages.”
7:15 PM
8:30 PM
Reception in the Refectory with Special Guests.
Meanwhile, young participants will be transported to an evening integration session featuring “Speeches by Aspiring Young Leaders”:
Adrianna Czechowska – Creator of an innovative startup combining AI and law. Her idea gained global recognition at the Red Bull Basement World Final in Tokyo.
Maksymilian Paczyński (Global winner of the Intel AI competition. On-site from Singapore). “How young innovators — like himself — are shaping the future of AI”.
Nikodem Ciomcia – Designer of smart clothing that charges electronic devices – next-generation wearable technology.
Jakub Penkala – From a small village in Silesia to Silicon Valley. Chief of Staff at Tools for Humanity – a tech company co-founded by Sam Altman (OpenAI).
Petros Psyllos – Inventor of MATIA – an “artificial eye” for the blind. A wearable device that describes surroundings in real time and saves lives in dangerous situations.
Day 2 – Wednesday, October 29
Morning:
Breakfast
Coffee welcome.
10:00 AM
Petrus Hall: Welcome & Introduction: Marek Ratajczak, Maciej Śledziński
Followed by:
Global Outlook: 10 Inspiring TEDx-style Talks:
1. Prof. Krzysztof Zanussi – What World Is Worth Dreaming About? (The CTN Foundation, a non-profit organization).
2. Sylwia Czubkowska (a technology journalist) – “How Big Tech Is Taking Over Poland and the World.”
3. Prof. Krzysztof M. Górski (NASA JPL on-site from Los Angeles) – “Leaders of the Future Build What Seems Impossible Today.”
4. Zofia Kierner – (22-year-old lecturer at Harvard, Founder of Girls Future Ready) “From Vision to Impact: How to Build Confidence and Shape a World-Changing Vision”.
5. Prof. Michał Rusinek (a speaker on influence techniques) – “Masterful Communication – How to Speak So People Listen and Take Action.” How to inspire through message? How to appeal to emotions without losing substance?
– participant video recordings: “Where will I be in 2045?”
6. Prof. Katarzyna Pisarska (a leading expert in public diplomacy in Europe) – “In the Winds of Geopolitics” – on how shifting power dynamics influence leaders, societies, and technologies.
7. Sławosz Uznański – the first Polish ESA astronaut, who inspires others to reach for the stars not only in space, but also in life and science. (We are awaiting confirmation).
8. Tomasz Madejski – “Is There Such a Thing as the Algorithm of Being? Is the Pope Afraid of Artificial Intelligence?” & Tomasz Madejski – Self-Worth and Inner Confidence: The Foundations of Authentic Leadership.”
9. Prof. Piotr Moncarz (Stanford University professor. Founder of a tech hub in Silicon Valley, based in San Francisco) – “Building Bridges Between Science, Business, and the Future.” On technological leadership, trust, and breaking barriers between continents, generations, and disciplines.
10. Tomáš Sedláček (former economic advisor to President Václav Havel) – “A Macroeconomic Perspective on Crises and Growth — What History Tells Us and What Lies Ahead” & Dr Bartosz Kuźniarz, author of “The King of Numbers”, poses questions about the obsession with growth — whom it serves, and where it ultimately leads.
Lunch:
Round Table Innovation Competition
An opportunity to win mentor relationships, internships, and educational scholarships. With participation from VIPs, CEOs, and company owners including:
Marshal Łukasz Smółka, Piotr Voelkel (VOX Group), Aleksander Kutela (RASP), Szymon Midera (PKO BP) and others.
3:30 PM
4:00 PM
Semifinals: “Pitch Your Vision in an Elevator.”
For young leaders who earned a Golden Ticket. Two judging panels will hear 15–20 participants.
Each presentation: 5 minutes. Judges include: Krzysztof Zanussi, Marek Dietl (former President of the Warsaw Stock Exchange), Dr Bartosz Kuźniarz, Maciej Śledziński (GROHE), prof. Piotr Moncarz (Stanford University), prof. Krzysztof Górski (JPL NASA), Jacek Goliszewski (BCC) and others.
Top 10 finalists will advance to the main stage.
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
Final Round: Main Stage, Petrus Hall. Presentations by the 10 finalists (5 minutes each). “Golden Tickets” for Masterclass NASA 2026, Mentor–mentee connections. Scholarships.
Additional prizes funded by CEOs for standout participants outside the semifinal pool.
6:30 PM
Ceremonial Closing of Day Two
Day 3 – Thursday, October 30
As part of the Tech ON Festival at ICE Kraków
Breakfast
9:30 AM
Transfer from Abbey to ICE Kraków for Guests Participation in Tech Festival (separate agenda applies: ). We will publish the program after receiving the information from KBF – the organizer of Tech-On. https://fb.me/e/53FdMiKSo