4-5 May 2023, Meresuu Spa hotel
An ever-changing world!
An ever-changing world!
Narva-Jõesuu
Business Conference 2023
Business Conference 2023
The City of Narva-Jõesuu invited participation in the business conference that took place on May 4–5, 2023, at the Meresuu SPA Hotel conference center. The Narva-Jõesuu Business Conference brought together regional business representatives from both the industrial and tourism sectors.
The selection of conference topics covered competitiveness, exports, and target markets, as well as future trends and opportunities. The focus was placed on sustainability and accessibility, exploring how collaboration principles could be utilized to set higher goals and achieve significantly more. Participants shared experiences, discussed challenges, and looked to the future together!
The first day of the conference was geared toward regional business, with the first half of the day being more industry-focused and the second half centering on the tourism sector. On the second day, participants engaged in practical workshops and seminars.
The day-and-a-half-long conference provided an excellent opportunity to gain a fresh overview of regional entrepreneurship, explore future trends and opportunities, and network with clients, partners, and even competitors — both in a relaxed atmosphere and by asking questions in the hall or participating in workshops.
The selection of conference topics covered competitiveness, exports, and target markets, as well as future trends and opportunities. The focus was placed on sustainability and accessibility, exploring how collaboration principles could be utilized to set higher goals and achieve significantly more. Participants shared experiences, discussed challenges, and looked to the future together!
The first day of the conference was geared toward regional business, with the first half of the day being more industry-focused and the second half centering on the tourism sector. On the second day, participants engaged in practical workshops and seminars.
The day-and-a-half-long conference provided an excellent opportunity to gain a fresh overview of regional entrepreneurship, explore future trends and opportunities, and network with clients, partners, and even competitors — both in a relaxed atmosphere and by asking questions in the hall or participating in workshops.
PROGRAMME
Thursday, 4 May 2023
- 10:00Opening remarks
- Maarika Honkonen, Conference Moderator
- Maksim Iljin, Mayor of Narva-Jõesuu
- Kristina Kallas, Minister of Education and Research of the Republic of Estonia
- 10:30Global trends affecting the world and us!Meelis Kitsing, Rector of EBS (Estonian Business School)
- 11:10A glimpse into the economyKristo Aab, Economic Analyst at LHV
- 11:10Ida-Viru County and industrial investmentsAhti Asmann, Chairman of the Management Board at AS VKG
- 11:25Challenges and opportunities in businessLarissa Shabunova, CEO of Fortaco Estonia OÜ
- 11:45Silmet’s permanent magnet plant is a major win for EstoniaRaivo Vasnu, Silmet Permanent Magnet Plant
- 12:10From idea to reality!Petra Kuitunen, Marketing Manager at the Port of HaminaKotka
- 13:00LUNCH
- 14:00Sharing best practices and experiences: The case of Jurmala. The customer journey in a changing world.Arne Kalbus, Manager of Jurmala Spa Hotel
- 14:45PANEL DISCUSSION: Accessibility – how to build the necessary connections across the country!
- Marina Jõgi, Sales Director at Tallink Grupp
- Eero Pargmäe, Board Member and Commercial Director at Tallinn Airport
- Indrek Halliste, Chairman of the Management Board at Hansabuss AS
- Kadri Jalonen, Ida-Viru Tourism Coordinator
- 15:30How to support talent growth and retention outside the capital cityAin Hinsberg, Project Manager at the University of Tartu Pärnu College
- 16:00PANEL DISCUSSION: How can we achieve more or better together?
- Maksim Iljin, Mayor of Narva-Jõesuu
- Katri Raik, Mayor of Narva
- Maris Toomel, Jõhvi Parish Mayor
- Virve Linder, Mayor of Kohtla-Järve
- 16:45Summary and closing remarks
Practical seminars and workshops
Friday, 5 May 2023
- 10:00 - 12:00Association of Local Governments of Ida-Viru County (IVOL)
- 10:00 - 12:00Export workshopAnneli Andersen, Norwegian Export Consultant
- 10:00 - 13:00How to maintain your productivity, clarity of thought, and mental health as an entrepreneur?Kadri Keerme, ICF Solution-Focused Coach
The conference was moderated by Maarika Honkonen
The conference was held in Estonian with simultaneous interpretation into Russian.
The Narva-Jõesuu Business Conference took place at the Meresuu SPA Hotel, a venue that perfectly combines business and leisure. Following an insightful day of conferences, attendees had the opportunity to unwind in the spa centre and enjoy the tranquil resort environment.