Events

How to prepare for international expansion (webinar, online only)

📅 September 3, 13:00-15.00 CET
📍 online, you will receive a Zoom link upon registering
👉 Registration: right here

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜

Expanding into international markets is one of the most effective ways for companies to accelerate growth, diversify risk, and strengthen long‑term competitiveness. Yet successful expansion requires strategic preparation, operational readiness, and a solid understanding of regulatory, cultural, and commercial realities.

This webinar offers a practical overview of the essential steps companies should take before entering new markets. Participants will gain insights into legal and compliance requirements, employment and reporting obligations, financial planning, cross‑border tax considerations, and - crucially - the cultural factors that often determine success or failure.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

▶️ Jacek Ziolkowski, Co-CEO, Swedish-Polish Chamber of Commerce - Opening remarks

▶️ Karin Björkman 🧡, Founder, Beyondo, recruitment - Recruitment at market entry: what companies often underestimate in Sweden

▶️ Przemysław Piela, CEO, Hugin Consulting - Nearshoring: proximity, predictability, and access to world‑class talent

▶️Mikael Wällstedt, Founder, Inonom - How to succeed in the Nordic Tech market

▶️Joel Salamon, Tax Senior Manager, Deloitte "Tax matters to consider for individuals and enterprises entering the Swedish market"

▶️Panel Discussion "Practical Steps for a Successful International Launch": Ulf-Åke Oldenborg, Partner, Baltic Crossing Advisory Group, Daria Pak, CEO Naturell AB, Katarzyna Sikora, Founder, LaborFlow Consulting AB, Mauritz Wahlqvist, Founder, Go-Public-Sector®, Dorota Szymanska, Ph.D., Founder, FinStrat, Oksana Netak, Co-Founder, CIGen, Aleksandra F. Eriksen, Founder, THE NOR-WAY, Aleksandra Gierdziejewska, Founder, UNISVED, Bartosz Kowalicki, Founder, Bartosz Kowalicki Law & Mediation, Agata BOGDANSKA, Founder, Verbania Language Services, Aron Tendler, Founder, Tendler Consulting

Host & moderator: Jacek Ziolkowski, Co-CEO, Swedish-Polish Chamber of Commerce

E-Marketing: Jesper Reguła

🔥6 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬, 6 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐩 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 (webinar, online only)

📅 September 16, 13:00-14.45 CET
📍 online, you will receive a Zoom link upon registering
👉 Registration: right here
🎤 Media Partner: FOCUS ON Business | media

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜

The second edition of our webinar series designed to showcase some of the most innovative and promising startups - and present them directly to investors looking for their next opportunity.

This dynamic format brings together:

✔️ Live startup pitches from early‑stage companies ready to scale
✔️ Real insights from investors on what truly matters in a pitch
✔️ Practical guidance on how founders can stand out in a competitive market

But the real stars of the show will be the startups themselves — ambitious teams presenting bold ideas and seeking the investor support that will take them to the next level.

If you want to discover emerging ventures, understand investor expectations, or stay ahead of the innovation curve, this is the place to be.

▶️ Panel discussion: "What Investors Really Look For: Signals, Red Flags, and Conviction"

▶️ Startup pitches (4 minutes, followed by Q&A): Knowix, maisan

Host & Moderator: Jacek Ziolkowski, Co-CEO, Swedish-Polish Chamber of Commerce

The photo shows one of the investors participating in this event, Peter Karpinski, Venture Studio Founder, Tech Operator & Ex-Developer, Lyfta Venture.

Retail & E-commerce - who will win and who will lose?

📅 September 21, 2026, 13:00-15:30 CET
📍 Generator Stockholm, Torsgatan 10 and online
👉 Registration: right here
🎤 Media Partner: FOCUS ON Business | media

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜

The retail and e‑commerce sectors are undergoing one of the most dramatic transformations in decades. Shifts in consumer behaviour, supply‑chain pressures, new technologies, and the rise of AI‑driven personalisation are reshaping how brands compete for attention, loyalty, and market share. Traditional retailers are reinventing themselves, digital‑first players are scaling aggressively, and entirely new business models are emerging.

During this event we will examine which strategies will separate tomorrow’s winners from the rest.

Panel discussion: The Next Retail Revolution: What Will Define Success

The photo shows Yvonne Magnusson, a business and market entry consultant and renowned expert on Retail & E-commerce markets in Scandinavia.

Networking Meeting in Warsaw, co-hosted by ARPI Accounting

📅 October 6, 2026, 9.30-13.00 CET
📍 The building where our Key Strategic Partner ARPI Accounting has its office, ul. Puławska 182 in Warsaw
👉 Registration: right here
❗ Please note that we only have 120 guest spots. Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
🎤 Media Partner: FOCUS ON Business | media

The main purpose of this popular annual gathering is networking, but there will also be a few key note speakers and a panel discussion titled "Innovation as a driver of international expansion".

Moderator, Fredrik Udd, CEO, Explore Markets, Vice Chairman,  Swedish-Polish Chamber of Commerce

The photo was taken during a similar event 2025.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 (𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫)

𝑊ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 2026 𝐸𝑙𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑀𝑒𝑎𝑛𝑠 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝐶𝑜𝑚𝑝𝑎𝑛𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑂𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑖𝑛 𝑆𝑤𝑒𝑑𝑒𝑛

📅 Thursday, October 15, 13:00-15.00 CET
📍 online, you will receive a Zoom link upon registering
👉 Registration: right here

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜

On September 13, the Swedish election will be decided, and a new political reality will take shape.

For companies with operations or expansion plans in Sweden, a change in government means more than just new ministers. Political priorities shift, investments are reallocated, and new opportunities arise in areas such as energy, defense, infrastructure, industry, and innovation.

The Labyrinth Public Affairs, in collaboration with the Swedish-Polish Chamber of Commerce, invites you to a webinar during which we will analyze the election results from a business perspective and discuss what the new political direction means for international companies with an interest in the Swedish market.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

🎤 Speakers (pictured):

Joakim Kellner
Managing Partner, The Labyrinth Public Affairs
Former policy advisor to, among others, the Swedish Minister of Finance and the Minister of Social Affairs

Johan Ingerö 
Partner, The Labyrinth Public Affairs
Former party secretary for the Christian Democrats and a political strategist with many years of experience

During the webinar, the speakers will cover topics such as:

• 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 - how the new government can be expected to influence economic priorities and the investment climate.

• 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 - which sectors and areas of reform are likely to be emphasised during the upcoming term.

• 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐬 - how developments in financial, defence, energy, and industrial policy may shape the operating environment.

• 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 - what these shifts mean for international companies seeking to establish a presence, expand, or participate in public procurement in Sweden.

• 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 - how relations between Sweden and the outside world may evolve over the next four years.

In addition, an international expert panel will discuss how the outcome of the Swedish election is being viewed abroad and will engage the speakers in sharing their perspectives during a closing Q&A session.

Moderator: Jacek Ziolkowski, Co‑CEO, Swedish-Polish Chamber of Commerce

Logistics and transport - change is the new normal

📅 October 19, 2026, 13:00-15:30 CET
📍 Generator Stockholm, Torsgatan 10 and online
👉 Registration: right here
🎤 Media Partner: FOCUS ON Business | media

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜

The logistics and transport sectors are experiencing continuous disruption driven by shifting trade patterns, rising customer expectations, regulatory changes, digitalisation, and the growing pressure to decarbonise. What was once considered exceptional has now become routine: volatility, rapid adaptation, and constant transformation are the new operating environment.

We will discuss the strategies, technologies, and partnerships that enable resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness in a world where stability is by far no longer guaranteed. Participants will gain insights into the factors that will define success in the years ahead.

Panel Discussion: Logistics and Transport: Navigating the New Reality

Moderator: Małgorzata Musińska-Kubis, Global Category Manager / Transport and Logistics at Qemetica

The photo shows one of the speakers - Patryk Figiel, Partner & Head of Warsaw Infrastructure, Projects and Energy practice at Addleshaw Goddard

Exportboost Poland

📅 Novemeber 09, 2026, 9:00-12.00 plus lunch and networking👋
Host: Exportcenter Syd in collaboration with Almi, Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) Sweden, The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Southern Sweden (Handelskammaren / Sydsvenska Industri- och Handelskammaren), Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH), Swedish-Polish Chamber of Commerce
📍 Malmö
👉 Registration: right here

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜

Poland continues to stand out as one of Europe’s fastest‑growing and most resilient economies. This event brings together experts and practitioners to share real‑world insights on navigating the market, understanding the local environment, and building successful business relationships.

We will explore the opportunities shaping Poland’s economic landscape and provide a clear, practical roadmap for enterprises looking to establish or expand their operations.

Participants will gain a grounded understanding of the regulatory, cultural, and strategic factors that drive success in the Polish market.

Technology at Its Best

📅 November 16, 2026, 13:00-15:30 CET
📍 Generator Stockholm, Torsgatan 10 and online
👉 Registration: right here
🎤 Media Partner: FOCUS ON Business | media

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜

Technology is advancing at a pace that is redefining how organisations operate, compete, and innovate. From AI‑driven automation and data‑powered decision‑making to next‑generation connectivity, cybersecurity, and digital platforms, the tools available to businesses today are more powerful than ever before. Risks exist, but when applied thoughtfully, technology becomes a strategic enabler - unlocking efficiency, accelerating growth, and opening entirely new opportunities across sectors.

Panel discussion: The Power of Technology: Turning Innovation into Advantage

Moderators (pictured) Mariusz Kowalski, Founder, Waterwalk Partners®, Per Magnusson, Founder, Magnusson Minds

DefenceTech and Security: Driving Innovation and Strategic Cooperation

📅 November 30, 2026, 12:45-17.00 CET with subsequent networking
👋 Co-hosts: Australian Business Council of Scandinavia, Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH)
📍 Aula of Berghs School of Communication, Bobergsgatan 48, Gasverket, Norra Djurgårdsstaden in Stockholm, and online
👉 Registration: right here. Only in-person participation, no online option
❗ Interest is skyrocketing! We have 250 guest spots - please register early!
🏨 Recommended hotels: Elite Hotel Arcadia, Elite Eden Park Hotel, Elite Hotel Stockholm Plaza
🚍Transport to the venue: option 1 - taxi, option 2 - bus 1 (direct line to Frihamnen/Gasverket), option 3 - metro to Ropsten and a 10-minute walk (exit the station toward Gasverket / Norra Djurgårdsstaden, choose the exit pointing toward Gasverket, follow Bobergsgatan)

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜

DefenceTech and security capabilities are evolving at unprecedented speed, driven by geopolitical shifts, rapid technological development, and the growing need for resilient, interoperable systems across Europe. For Sweden and Poland - two countries deeply brought together by a strategic partnership agreement - cooperation is no longer optional but essential.

This event explores how DefenceTech innovation, dual‑use technologies, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing are reshaping the strategic landscape.

We will examine how Swedish, Polish, and international actors can accelerate capability development, strengthen supply chains, and build the partnerships required for long‑term resilience.

We are still at an early stage of preparations but we expect to have up to 10 presentations and 3-4 panel discussions with topics such as:

• Security by Design: Technologies Transforming Defence Readiness
• Cybersecurity and Resilience: Protecting Digital Infrastructure
• Dual‑Use Innovation: Transforming the European Ecosystem
• DefenceTech and Cybersecurity: The Power of Cross‑Border Collaboration

Keynote speaker: H.E. Karolina Ostrzyniewska, Poland`s Ambassador to Sweden

Moderator: Sean Williams, Commercial Director and Country Manager Poland, Mundus International

We welcome proposals for speakers, panelists (Chamber membership is usually required), and topics that can capture the audience’s interest.

When selecting speakers and panelists, priority is given to our Strategic Partners and Event Partners.

We offer extensive visibility to our Event Partners before, during, and after our events. You can find the details  👉 here.