AmCham Slovakia has a powerful and direct legislative impact in Slovakia, supporting the continuous improvement of business environment in Slovakia for more than 25 years.
Continual development of the business environment in Slovakia through Committees and other initiatives.
Pillars
AmCham´s mission is to improve the business environment in Slovakia and
increase the country´s competitiveness. By combining our members´ focus
and expertise with most crucial areas for the country we focus our
advocacy efforts on the following four pillars:
Regions #eastinnovation
People #skills4future
Institutions #ruleoflaw
Innovations #InnovativeSlovakia
Policy/Advocacy Platforms
Rule of Law Initiative #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Serinová
- +421 947 949 005
- zuzana.serinova@amcham.sk
Construction Law Task Force #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Natália Spodniak
- +421 902 912 000
- natalia.spodniak@amcham.sk
Civil Code Task Force #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Andrea Brezanová
- +421 948 692 133
- andrea.brezanova@amcham.sk
Public Procurement Task Force #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Andrea Brezanová
- +421 948 692 133
- andrea.brezanova@amcham.sk
Restructuring and Insolvency Task Force #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Andrea Brezanová
- +421 948 692 133
- andrea.brezanova@amcham.sk
Tax Committee #ruleoflaw
- Your Contact person:
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- Andrea Brezanová
- +421 948 692 133
- andrea.brezanova@amcham.sk
Business Service Center Forum #skills4future
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Firgánková
- +421 948 894 671
- zuzana.firgankova@amcham.sk
Business Academic Cooperation Committee #skills4future
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Firgánková
- +421 948 894 671
- zuzana.firgankova@amcham.sk
Employment & Social Affairs Committee #skills4future
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Firgánková
- +421 948 894 671
- zuzana.firgankova@amcham.sk
AIslovakIA #InnovativeSlovakia
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Vrbová
- +421 947 939 030
- zuzana.vrbova@amcham.sk
Digital Committee #InnovativeSlovakia
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Vrbová
- +421 947 939 030
- zuzana.vrbova@amcham.sk
ESG #InnovativeSlovakia
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Serinová
- +421 947 949 005
- zuzana.serinova@amcham.sk
Health Care Committee #InnovativeSlovakia
- Your Contact person:
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- Zuzana Vrbová
- +421 947 939 030
- zuzana.vrbova@amcham.sk
Eastern Slovakia’s Business Potential #eastinnovation
- Your Contact person:
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- Peter Mikula
- +421 947 948 008
- peter.mikula@amcham.sk
Regional Business Community #eastinnovation
- Your Contact person:
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- Peter Mikula
- +421 947 948 008
- peter.mikula@amcham.sk
News and Updates
Survey: How coaching and the coaching approach are used in companies in Slovakia today.
Help us map how coaching and the coaching approach are used in companies
in Slovakia today. The goal of this survey is to gather real data that will help us provide
better support to companies in line with the latest global trends.
June 25, 2025
Meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Environment
On June 24, AmCham Slovakia had the opportunity to facilitate a meeting
between our member companies and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister
of Environment, Mr. Tomáš Taraba.
June 24, 2025
Slovakia in Figures 2025 - Download now!
Publication promoting Slovakia as a country with vast investment and
trading opportunities annually prepared by AmCham Slovakia and ECENTER
is out now for 2025.
June 23, 2025
Companies are planning to hire despite economic uncertainty.
The Transport, Logistics and Automotive sector is becoming the main driving force
June 17, 2025
Who is Who Almanac 2025: Voices shaping the future of Slovak economy.
Download and enjoy more than 50 interviews with top leaders of our
AmCham member companies - the leaders of the Slovak business community.
June 11, 2025
Nationwide Employer Survey
This year, Talent Solutions is once again launching our "Nationwide
Employer Survey." The aim of the survey is to review the past year 2024
and to assess the current perception of the situation in 2025, with a
focus on human capital.
June 05, 2025
Meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Environment
On June 24, AmCham Slovakia had the opportunity to facilitate a meeting
between our member companies and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister
of Environment, Mr. Tomáš Taraba.
June 24, 2025
Slovakia in Figures 2025 - Download now!
Publication promoting Slovakia as a country with vast investment and
trading opportunities annually prepared by AmCham Slovakia and ECENTER
is out now for 2025.
June 23, 2025
Who is Who Almanac 2025: Voices shaping the future of Slovak economy.
Download and enjoy more than 50 interviews with top leaders of our
AmCham member companies - the leaders of the Slovak business community.
June 11, 2025
Financing Opportunities for Companies
We are pleased to unveil our latest publication—a thoughtfully curated
brochure that outlines key funding opportunities for entrepreneurs and
businesses striving to advance innovation, sustainability, ESG goals,
and the green transition.
May 27, 2025
Slovak Businesses Raise Concerns Over Fiscal Measures
A survey of businesses within the Rule of Law Initiative highlights
widespread concern over Slovakia’s fiscal consolidation package.
May 27, 2025
FUTURE-READY SLOVAKIA: LET´S TALK COMPETITIVENESS
Slovakia’s position in global rankings is declining, and the economic landscape is becoming increasingly challenging. The EU’s Competitiveness Compass sends a clear message: competitiveness is no longer a luxury; it’s an urgent priority. The question is no longer if we act, but how. How can Slovakia move beyond simply attracting investment and become a truly future-ready country, powered by innovation, resilient institutions, sustainability, and a dynamic business environment? This high-impact event brings together the sharpest minds, business leaders, policymakers, economists, and innovators for bold, solution-driven discussions on Slovakia’s economic transformation. We’ve curated over 5 key events, each opening critical conversations that matter to both businesses and institutions. Join us and be part of shaping Slovakia’s future.
May 20, 2025
Survey: How coaching and the coaching approach are used in companies in Slovakia today.
Help us map how coaching and the coaching approach are used in companies
in Slovakia today. The goal of this survey is to gather real data that will help us provide
better support to companies in line with the latest global trends.
June 25, 2025
Companies are planning to hire despite economic uncertainty.
The Transport, Logistics and Automotive sector is becoming the main driving force
June 17, 2025
Nationwide Employer Survey
This year, Talent Solutions is once again launching our "Nationwide
Employer Survey." The aim of the survey is to review the past year 2024
and to assess the current perception of the situation in 2025, with a
focus on human capital.
June 05, 2025
Omnibus and ESG: Simplification of rules Opens new opportunities for sustainable business.
The European Commission’s proposal is intended to reduce administrative burdens and move ESG from bureaucracy to effective solutions.
June 04, 2025
Čechová & Partners Celebrates 35 Years with Top Rankings
Čechová & Partners is proud to celebrate its 35th anniversary with
major recognition from leading international legal directories,
confirming its place among the top law firms in Slovakia.
May 20, 2025
CMS strengthens Dispute Resolution practice with senior hire in Bratislava
CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang (CMNO) is pleased to announce the
appointment of Peter Plachy as Counsel and Head of Dispute Resolution in
its Bratislava office.
May 16, 2025
August 23, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - June 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - May 2023
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April 19, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - April 2023
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March 15, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - March 2023
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February 23, 2023
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Legislative & Policy Update - February 2023
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Policy process
Work in Committees and Task Forces
Voluntary participation, no entitlement for compensation.Voluntary participation, no entitlement for compensation.
Chairperson – elected by members of the Committee, approved by the Board
Two (2) Vice Chairs – assists with coordination, in the absence of the Chair takes over the leadership
Chairperson – elected by members of the Committee, approved by the Board
Two (2) Vice Chairs – assists with coordination, in the absence of the Chair takes over the leadership
- Meetings – should be on a regular basis, preferably once a quarter
- Agenda – prepared by C. Coordinator a few working days in advance
- Minutes – Actions and Decisions – sent to C. members within 7 working days after the meeting
Every advocacy initiative should be accompanied by an Advocacy Plan, available at the members only website area, containing:
- Advocacy Tool – Position Papers, Policy Briefs, Press Releases
- Target Audience – Government, Parliament, Stakeholders
- Timeframe – adapted to the AmCham rules and procedures, legislative process or other processes of concern
- Possible Coalitions – Foreign Chambers of Commerce in SR, business alliances, organizations or federations
- Leadership and Issue – Ownership - Chairs, Vice-Chairs, Spokespersons
Standard approval procedure
In case an urgent Position of AmCham needs to be released – two working days. The fast-track procedure has been amended on the Board Meeting in Oct. 2007.
- First stage - pre-draft of a Position Statement, written by a member or committee coordinator is circulated among AmCham members that have expressed interest in the given topic. Comments to be submitted within 5 working days.
- Second stage - members’ suggestions incorporated and an appropriate wording of the position formulated. The second stage shall not exceed 3 working days.
- Third (final) stage - final draft circulated among members and AmCham Board Members for their review. Conflicting requirements to be resolved by the coordinator. The final stage must not last more than 5 working days. Not responding within this timeframe is considered as an approval.
In case an urgent Position of AmCham needs to be released – two working days. The fast-track procedure has been amended on the Board Meeting in Oct. 2007.
- First phase (24 hours – one working day): AmCham consults the proposed Statement (and enclosed Advocacy Plan / Strategy if applicable) with Members of the Board Policy / Advocacy Standing Committee; potential comments and subsequent approval of at least three Members of the Policy Standing Committee and at least one Member of the AmCham Executive Committee are needed within a 24-hour period. In addition, an Executive Sponsor from within the Board must be identified for each initiative.
- Second phase (48 hours – two working days): AmCham sends the draft of the Position Statement in the version approved by the Policy Standing Committee to the full Board. This stage should not last more than two working days. Not responding within this timeframe is considered as approval. Unless a member involved in the process is not happy with the final version, the position paper can be released.
Election Process
A Committee coordinator (member of AmCham policy team) is responsible for conducting a transparent and smooth process of nominations, digital voting via email/Google sheets and announcement of the results.
Committee Election Process:
- A leadership of each committee will be voted by members of a respective committee after two calendar years.
- Only committee members are allowed to run for the elections and have a right to vote.
- Each company would have 1 vote (filling out 1 election ballot giving their preferential vote to 1 chair and 1 vice-chair).
- Chairs and vicechairs are allowed to run for reelection without any limit on the number of terms.
- The Board reserves the right to dismiss a chair and/or vicechair of a committee in case of serious breach of ethical principles and/or lack of professional competency and/ or capacity to lead the committee.
Testimonials
The Business Academic Committee is one of the most active groups at Amcham and our members have contributed many ideas that have turned into actions and concrete results with a very high success rate. We have a constant dialogue with the Ministry of Education and influence decisions that have an effect on all Amcham members. We provide forums where the best and brightest students from our Universities can find their match in the Business world. We bring Deans and Professors in the same room with CEOs to exchange ideas and foster communication. We have success stories that speak for themselves: students turned into interns, interns turned into new hires and on their path to be our future leaders.
—Martin Kardoš, CSI Leasing
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