AmCham Slovakia

3M Slovensko s.r.o.

www.3m.sk

3M is a materials science and manufacturing company that innovates and delivers solutions for global challenges. 3M captures the spark of new ideas and transforms them into thousands of ingenious products. Our culture of creative collaboration inspires a never-ending stream of powerful technologies that make life better. 3M is the innovation company that never stops inventing. With $27 billion ...

ABB, s.r.o.

www.abb.sk

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of histo ...

AbbVie s. r. o.

www.abbvie.sk

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information ...

ACCA

www.accaglobal.com

ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), a globally recognised professional accountancy body providing qualifications and advancing standards in accountancy worldwide. Founded in 1904 to widen access to the accountancy profession, we’ve long championed inclusion and today proudly support a diverse community of over 252,500 members and 526,000 future members in 180 countries. ...

Accenture

www.accenture.com

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 801,000 people serving clients in more tha ...

Acrea s.r.o.

www.acreatelier.com

Architectural studio ACREA was founded in 2011 with the aim of offering architectural services in a new way along with the support of the latest digital technologies. ACREA is a leader in the field of BIM - Building Information Modeling. ACREA primarily operates in Slovakia and the Czech Republic.

Across Private Investments, o.c.p., a.s.

www.across.sk

For more than 20 years, we have been creating unique investment solutions and opportunities for our clients. We do this through investments in traditional and alternative asset classes, as well as through unique investment projects that Across offers. We understand investing and our main goal is to help our clients grow their money long-term and efficiently for generations. We belong to the A ...

Adient Slovakia, s. r .o.

www.adient.com

Adient is the global leader in automotive seating. With 70,000+ employees operating in 200 manufacturing/assembly plants in 29 countries worldwide, we produce and deliver automotive seating for all vehicle classes and all major OEMs. Slovakia with around 2700 employees and 5 locations plays a key role in our operations – beside the production, the business center in Bratislava supports the com ...

AGEL SK a.s.

www.agel.sk

The company AGEL SK a.s. continues in Slovakia with its long-term goal, namely the provision of effective health care in economically stable medical facilities that it operates. The effort is to ensure their further development, which will be reflected in the growth of the quality of health services for the residents of the respective region. AGEL SK focuses on the development of hospitals not ...

AGS Bratislava International Movers, s.r.o.

www.agsmovers.com

Pioneer in the mobility industry, AGS Worldwide Movers, is now one of its global leaders, as a result of the innovative vision of its board for the last forty years. Always keeping in mind the evolution of our customers’ needs, we provide tailor-made services in removals and secure storage worldwide.

Aj Ty v IT

www.ajtyvit.sk

Aj Ty v IT is a well-recognized NGO to ensure equal access to IT education for all girls and women and help them enter the tech job market. Our goal is to reach at least 30% of the girls in the IT faculties and at least 40% of women working in IT positions in Slovakia. We implement activities for three main target groups: girls from 8 to 14 years old, 15 to 19 years, and 19+ women studying at ...

Akčné ženy, o.z.

www.akcnezeny.sk

Akčné Ženy (“Active Women”) is Slovakia’s leading independent media platform and female-led community, empowering women to grow in business, career, health, and social impact. Through our digital magazine, conferences, webinars, and specialized training, we support over 50,000 women in building confidence, skills, and visibility. In 2023, we launched Slovakia’s first Equal Pay Day conference, ...

ESG in Transition: Staying Ahead in a Changing World

ESSAI 2025

European Summer School on Artificial Intelligence

European Health Data Space

Business Seminar

HR Breakfast: Introduction to Immigration

organized by Pro Relocation

Organizational culture and DEI

organized by Develor Slovakia

Summer Innovation Business Cocktail

in Bratislava

General Assembly 2025

Be the first to hear about AmCham achievements and activities in 2024.

How to Automate the Consolidated Financial Statement Process?

online webinar organized by EY

ManpowerGroup Employment Outlook Survey

Press Conference organized by ManpowerGroup

Authentic Leadership: A key element in building strong, future-ready organizations

Workshop

CVCA&SLOVCA Awards 2025

organized by SLOVCA – Slovak Venture Capital and Private Equity Association

Arbitration Conference

11th Annual Richard Dewitt Arbitration Conference

Companies are planning to hire despite economic uncertainty.

29 % of Slovak employers expect an increase in the number of employees, 13 % expect a decrease and 55 % do not expect any change, while 3 % of employers were undecided on this topic.Based on these data, a Net Employment Outlook (NEO) in Slovakia, adjusted for seasonal fluctuations, is 16 % for the third quarter of 2025.The highest Net Employment Outlook is in Bratislava 23 %, the lowest 8 % in ...

Who is Who Almanac 2025: Voices shaping the future of Slovak economy.

Discover how the leaders of Slovakia’s business community are driving innovation, tackling today’s challenges, and preparing for tomorrow. Explore their visions for a more competitive Slovakia and learn what it takes to build a future-ready economy. Be inspired by the personal journeys, bold strategies, and forward-thinking ideas that are setting the pace for sustainable growth and success. ...

Nationwide Employer Survey

We would greatly appreciate it if you could take 10 minutes of your time to complete our questionnaire. The data collected helps us better reflect the dynamics of the labor market and become a stronger partner to you. If you are interested, the survey results will be shared with you free of charge. Thank you in advance for your time and honest responses. Survey link: https://forms.office. ...

Omnibus and ESG: Simplification of rules Opens new opportunities for sustainable business.

The European Commission has presented the so-called Omnibus – a legislative package that is intended to simplify the rules for ESG reporting. While some see it as a weakening of ESG regulation, others believe it can bring improvement and a sensible correction of overly extensive obligations. So what is it really like? Does ESG still make sense after the Omnibus? The answer is clear: yes, and p ...

AmCham in the Media - May 2025

On May 5, AmCham Slovakia’s Vice President of Finance, Christiana Serugova of PwC Slovakia, appeared on RTVS’s morning news program. She shared expert insights on Slovakia’s competitiveness and emphasized the urgent need to improve the business environment, diversify the economy, and rebuild trust in public institutions. These are not only crucial for Slovakia’s economic growth but also vital ...

Financing Opportunities for Companies

This brochure was developed as an accompanying publication to the conference Future Ready Slovakia: Let’s Talk Competitiveness, underscoring the critical role of strategic investment in shaping a resilient and forward-looking economy. The content was enriched through collaboration with leading institutions. Expert contributions were provided by the European Investment Bank (EIB), EXIMBANKA SR, ...

Slovak Businesses Raise Concerns Over Fiscal Measures

Companies see the greatest risk from the unexpected financial transaction tax and higher corporate income taxes—expected to generate €700M and €500M respectively. About 59% anticipate cost increases, while 52% expect to reduce investments. Firms plan to pass on costs to consumers and suppliers, cut wages, and even shift transactions abroad. These changes could drive up inflation, dampen demand ...

FUTURE-READY SLOVAKIA: LET´S TALK COMPETITIVENESS

CONFERENCE PROGRAM CONFERENCE BROCHURE DOWNLOAD PROGRAM CONFERENCE PARTNERS Trust in InstitutionsTrust in public institutions is a critical factor for Slovakia’s competitiveness, shaping both public and private sector efficiency. According to the 2024 OECD Trust Survey, only 31% of Slovaks report hig ...

Čechová & Partners Celebrates 35 Years with Top Rankings

The firm continued its tradition of strong performance in both Chambers Europe 2025 and The Legal 500 EMEA 2025. In this year's edition of The Legal 500, Čechová & Partners was ranked Tier 1 in Employment, strengthening its leading position in Slovak labor and employment law. For over three decades, the firm's employment team has been among the strongest on the Slovak market, consistently ...

CMS strengthens Dispute Resolution practice with senior hire in Bratislava

Peter joins the firm from AO Shearman. Peter has over a decade of experience in advising clients on high-stakes disputes, often involving complex cross-border elements. He has acted as counsel in both commercial and investment treaty arbitrations and has represented clients before all instances of the Slovak courts. He has been involved in arbitrations administered by leading arbitration inst ...

AmCham in the Media - April 2025

On April 9, several online media outlets, including Trend, Euractiv, SITA, and Teraz.sk, reported on AmCham Slovakia’s 2025 Restructuring Day. Now in its fourth edition, Restructuring Day has become a well-established tradition, reaffirming the critical role of insolvency law in shaping the Slovak business environment. The coverage highlighted the relevance of this topic and featured quotes fr ...

Tomáš Búry promoted to partner

Tomáš has significant experience in all aspects of M&A and corporate law. He has a proven track record of successfully managing both cross-border and domestic transactions, including private and competitive acquisitions, disposals, corporate reorganisations, and joint ventures. In recent years, Tomáš has advised clients on a number of high-profile M&A transactions on Slovak and CEE mar ...

Sustainable Digital Shift

Throughout my career, I’ve seen firsthand how technology can transform not just operations, but entire business strategies. It’s something I’ve always been passionate about—not just in the professional world, but in my personal life as well. Whether it’s staying ahead of digital trends in the workplace or keeping up with my kids at home, I’ve always believed that embracing technology is key to ...

Agentic AI & DIFM Economy

Agentic AI turbocharges the ‘Do It For Me’ (DIFM) economy, which could reshape how services are accessed and markets function. These systems won’t just assist users, but act on their behalf, handling complex tasks, negotiating deals and optimizing outcomes in real-time. Corporate references to agentic AI surged 17x in 2024 – and this trend is poised to accelerate in 2025. Investment is follow ...

Regulation vs Innovation: US-EU

But as the world accelerates toward a more digital future, these two powerhouses are moving in different directions, leaving European businesses—especially small and medium-sized enterprises—struggling to keep pace. Slovakia, a country bursting with untapped potential in the tech sector, stands particularly vulnerable to these shifts. The United States has long been a champion of innovation, ...

AI: Less Profit, More Quality

This scenario repeats itself with every technological revolution: the “pioneers” who successfully integrate a new technology into their business models benefit significantly from the change. In the case of AI, technology companies and specialists are in this position. However, as AI becomes more widely adopted, market saturation will occur gradually but swiftly. AI will significantly lower the ...

AI Literacy Without Legal Jargon

It is no secret that AI is now seen as an engine of innovation. Software solutions capable of automating tasks, analyzing huge volumes of data, and supporting human decision-making are appearing in various sectors. Whoever has the “intelligence” of machines on their side often gains a competitive advantage. Yet, alongside the enthusiasm for rapid development also comes responsibility for the c ...

AI Powering Strategic Growth

With the guidance of PwC, the company developed a comprehensive AI Strategy designed to provide a clear roadmap for AI adoption. This initiative was not merely about technological innovation—it was about positioning the company for long-term success in an increasingly digital and data-driven world. The client’s ambition was bold: to embrace AI in a way that aligns with their long-term strateg ...

Steering Slovakia’s Largest IT Company

You transitioned from CTIO at Magyar Telekom to Managing Director of the largest IT company in Slovakia. How has this move challenged you? I do believe that my previous positions have given me a lot of preparation for my current role, especially executive roles, as CTIO require excellent knowledge in multiple business areas; still, as a CTIO, my primary focus was on technology topics—driving i ...

Less Grind, More Flow

Yet paradoxically, this newfound efficiency can help us slow down and be more mindful in our work. The result is a work environment where productivity and presence go hand in hand. In many industries, skilled professionals spend a significant chunk of time on mundane administrative tasks that add little direct value. Surveys show that people spend about one-third of their workday on tasks tha ...

Slovakia’s Digital Infrastructure

In response to the evolving cyber threat landscape and in alignment with the European Union’s Network and Information Security Directive 2 (NIS2), Slovakia enacted a comprehensive amendment to its Cybersecurity Act in November 2024. This legislative overhaul aimed to fortify the nation’s cyber resilience through several key provisions. Firstly, the scope of regulation was expanded as the amend ...

Learning From Cyberattacks

The most famous cyberattacksWannaCry - Computer ransomware targeting Microsoft Windows systems, which began on May 12, 2017, is regarded as one of the most destructive and aggressive attacks of its kind to date. After infecting the computer, it encrypts the data on the hard drive and asks for a payment of $300 (€270) in Bitcoin to unlock the files (after the deadline ends, the price increases ...

2025 Cybersecurity Compliance

How should a company start protecting itself against cyber threats? First and foremost, every company should conduct an impact analysis to determine whether it falls under the scope of the Cybersecurity Act. To do so, it’s necessary to assess in detail the specific sector in which the entity operates, as well as whether it meets the definition of a small or medium-sized enterprise and possibly ...

Leading With Passion in High Tatras

After 25 years with Kempinski, what are the most significant moments and challenges you’ve experienced throughout your career? At Kempinski, in every hotel I’ve worked with, it has always been about people and teamwork. There’s a strong sense of belonging, with everyone feeling like part of the Kempinski family. Each hotel is unique in style, with amazing teams behind them. In Africa, it was ...