On 13 May 2026, representatives of PUBIH participated in the conference “Strong Business. Strong Regions. Innovation for Entrepreneurs”, organised by Employers of Poland in Gdańsk. The event formed part of a nationwide initiative aimed at entrepreneurs seeking practical and effective tools to support business growth, with a particular focus on innovation, financing opportunities, and business transformation.
The conference programme focused primarily on two key topics: new technologies, including AI, and opportunities to secure funding for business development. The event had a highly practical approach, giving participants access to up-to-date information on available support instruments, opportunities to consult experts, and a platform to exchange experiences with representatives from various business sectors.
A significant part of the conference was dedicated to presentations on business financing opportunities. Representatives of the Polish Agency for Enterprise Development presented a broad range of funding options available to entrepreneurs, including support instruments under development and innovation programmes. The topic was extensive and covered multiple funding pathways for businesses, attracting considerable interest among participants.
An insightful presentation was also delivered by Joanna Kotowicz from PKO Bank Polski, who outlined the advisory and financial support available to businesses in the process of securing external funding and implementing development projects.
Another key highlight of the conference was a presentation on the practical use of artificial intelligence in business. Mikołaj Sznajder shared practical examples of how AI tools can be implemented in companies and integrated into everyday operations — from process automation to improving operational efficiency.
During a presentation by a representative of the The National Centre for Research and Development, Piotr Zawadzki discussed available funding opportunities, focusing primarily on two key support areas: financing for innovation and research and development (R&D) projects, both of which can significantly contribute to business growth.
The conference concluded with a panel discussion focused on funding-related issues and the challenges entrepreneurs face when applying for financial support. The discussion featured, among others, Agnieszka Rodak, Piotr Zawadzki, and Joanna Kotowicz. The panel addressed the most common barriers to obtaining funding, the support mechanisms available to businesses, and practical solutions that can help entrepreneurs navigate the funding process more effectively.
PUBIH’s participation in the conference provided an opportunity to gain insight into current trends in business financing, the application of new technologies in day-to-day operations, and the development of relationships with institutions supporting entrepreneurship. The event also created valuable opportunities for networking and the exchange of practical knowledge relevant to future activities.
