Inspiration & Motivation Track
Anna Kowalska
Investment Director, Fundusz Regionalny SA
For fifteen years she has led investment projects in light industry and logistics. Co-author of the regional map of investment areas.
1st edition · 20 November 2026 · Łódź
Kwanty
Gospodarki.
In physics, a quantum is the foundation of all motion — the smallest portion of energy that can set an entire system in motion. In business, it is the equivalent of a single decision, impulse or innovation that powers the whole region. From local initiatives to regional transformation: the Łódź Voivodeship Congress on building the “Valley of the Future” and the evening gala of the “Quanta of Business” Economic Award.
- Date
- 20 November 2026
- Venue
- Hotel Andel's Łódź, Ogrodowa 17
- Admission
- Free, registration required
8
award categories
7
thematic rooms
70+
speakers from science and business
2
congress languages
01 — About
An economy is made of decisions. We break them down into quanta.
Quanta of Economy is a congress of the Łódź Voivodeship whose goal is to build the “Valley of the Future” — an innovative ecosystem in which universities and institutes genuinely work with business. Instead of sweeping diagnoses, we look for the smallest units of change: concrete projects, decisions and connections between science, entrepreneurs and local government.
The day is divided into two key parts. The content part consists of thematic sessions held simultaneously in 10 conference rooms. The event culminates in an evening gala at which the laureates of the “Quanta of Business” Economic Awards of the Łódź Voivodeship are announced.
Inspiration & Motivation Track
No beating around the bush and no recycled platitudes. Outstanding scientists, generals and technology visionaries prove that true leadership and the greatest breakthroughs require the courage to question patterns. Use this powerful dose of knowledge to move from theory to hard command in a crisis. Discover how to draw strength from micro-impulses, build an uncompromising mental resilience of your team and set direction where others see only chaos.
Business Track
Practitioners and leaders managing multi-million budgets prove that safely scaling a company from the local to the global market requires a hard strategy and proven patterns. Use this business fuel and case studies straight from the boards of the largest companies to move to higher levels of growth without mistakes. Learn how to strategically manage your own energy and implement the Business Longevity concept that ensures a leader's long-term decision-making capacity and lasting organisational resilience.
Modern Technologies Track
No slides about nothing and no purely theoretical musings. Engineers and architects building solutions for millions of users prove that Łódź is unquestionably one of Poland's most important technology hubs. Use this battle-tested knowledge to safely implement breakthrough innovations in your organisation. Discover hard case studies in GenAI, Big Data, cybersecurity and next-generation architecture straight from the front line of R&D.
Evening gala · 18:30
The "Quanta of Business" Economic Award
The region's most important economic distinction — for companies, institutions and individuals whose innovation, commitment and success build the strength of the Łódź economy. Eight quanta, eight kinds of contribution to the region. Statuettes are presented at the evening gala at andel's Łódź.
The competition rules, application forms and the online vote are handled by the award's own website.nagrodagospodarcza.lodzkie.pl →
- 01Quantum of InnovationFor entrepreneurs bringing novel solutions, services and products to market.
- 02Quantum of Green TransitionFor entrepreneurs actively engaged in the energy transition.
- 03Quantum of ExportFor entrepreneurs successfully exporting their products to foreign markets.
- 04Quantum of Local GovernmentFor local governments in the Łódź Region that support local entrepreneurship.
- 05Quantum of TalentFor students of Łódź universities taking their first steps in entrepreneurship.
- 06UE SigmaFor Entrepreneur Service Centre beneficiaries who made the best use of EU funding.
- 07Personality of the YearAn online vote promoting creators, innovators and community leaders.
- 08Special AwardGranted by the Regional Board for lifetime achievement or exceptional accomplishments. Not open to applications.
02 — Featured guests
Headliners of this edition
Order and descriptions are set by the organiser in the admin panel. Data below is sample content.
Business Track
Marek Jankowski
President of the Management Board, Łódzka Energia Sp. z o.o.
Responsible for modernising the district heating network and a cogeneration programme for medium-sized cities.
Modern Technologies Track
Prof. Ewa Zielińska
Head of the Department of Economics, Uniwersytet Łódzki
She studies innovation-financing mechanisms in industrial regions and knowledge transfer from universities to companies.
03 — Speakers
Who takes the floor
Anna Kowalska
Investment Director, Fundusz Regionalny SA
Inspiration & Motivation Track
Marek Jankowski
President of the Management Board, Łódzka Energia Sp. z o.o.
Business Track
Prof. Ewa Zielińska
Head of the Department of Economics, Uniwersytet Łódzki
Modern Technologies Track
Tomasz Wróbel
Chief Operating Officer, Grupa Textil Nova
Inspiration & Motivation Track
Katarzyna Nowak
Head of ESG, Bank Rozwoju Regionów
Business Track
Paweł Lis
Managing Partner, Kwant Ventures
Modern Technologies Track
Olga Szewczenko
Director of Expansion, UA Industry Hub
Inspiration & Motivation Track
Michał Adamek
Chief Analyst, Instytut Gospodarki Regionalnej
Modern Technologies Track
04 — Programme
Congress programme
Sala Ludwik
Inspiration & Motivation Track09:00–09:30
Registration and welcome coffee
Foyer of the andel's hotel
09:30–10:00
Congress opening
Marshal of the Łódź Region
10:15–11:30
Valley of the Future: science and business at one table
Prof. Ewa Zielińska, Anna Kowalska
12:00–13:15
From patent to deployment — commercialisation paths
Panel of the region's universities
14:15–15:30
Capital for technology: regional funds and instruments
Paweł Lis
15:45–16:30
Conclusions for the region
Programme team
Sala Scheibler
Business Track10:15–11:30
The region's energy mix in 2035
Marek Jankowski
12:00–13:15
Energy efficiency in light industry
Katarzyna Nowak
14:15–15:30
The circular economy in company practice
Expert panel
Sala Poznański
Modern Technologies Track10:15–11:30
Digitalisation of business services — what works in the region
Michał Adamek
12:00–13:15
Startup stage — 8 technology presentations
Hosted by Paweł Lis
14:15–15:30
Workshop: getting investor-ready
Kwant Ventures
05 — Registration
Submit your application
The number of places is strictly limited — participation is entirely free of charge but requires verification. After sending the form, remember to confirm your e-mail address. Invitations are sent by the Organiser individually to selected participants — separately for the conference part and the evening gala.
- 01You submit the form — status pending
- 02You confirm your e-mail with an activation link
- 03You wait to be contacted by the organiser
06 — Partners
Partners and patrons
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07 — FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is attendance free of charge?
Participation is free of charge, but the number of places is limited. After sending the form, confirm your e-mail. Invitations to the conference part and the evening gala will be sent by the Organiser to selected participants.
How does registration work?
You fill in the form, confirm your e-mail, and once your application is approved you receive an invitation with an individual entry code.
What languages is the congress held in?
The main sessions are held in Polish.
Is the event accessible for people with disabilities?
The venue is fully accessible to people with disabilities. There is no need to declare individual needs in the form in advance — our on-site team will gladly provide any necessary assistance on the spot.
What is the "Quanta of Business" Economic Award?
It is the region's most important economic distinction. Statuettes in eight categories — from the Quantum of Innovation to the Quantum of Talent — are presented at the congress evening gala. Applications are handled at nagrodagospodarcza.lodzkie.pl.
Who processes my personal data?
The controller of personal data is the Board of the Łódź Voivodeship, al. Piłsudskiego 8, 90-051 Łódź. The detailed purposes of data processing are described in the Privacy Policy.
08 — Contact
Organiser
Urząd Marszałkowski Województwa Łódzkiegoal. Piłsudskiego 8, 90-051 Łódź
NIP: 725-17-08-148
Vienna House by Wyndham
andel's Łódź
ul. Ogrodowa 17, 91-065 Łódź
andel's Łódź
ul. Ogrodowa 17, 91-065 Łódź