We’re excited to share the highlights from our comprehensive DREAMER study visit at the STUBA, Slovakia (20-24.05.2025) , which has now concluded after four inspiring and knowledge-packed days!

Distinguished Speakers and Contributors

We were honored to have exceptional contributions from:

• Prof. Maroš Finka, Director of the SPECTRA Centre of Excellence
• Assoc. Prof. Vladimír Ondrejicka, Project Manager
• Patrik Žák, Deputy Mayor of Trenčín
• Vladimír Škola, EU Project Manager
• Adam Filo, former project manager of the BIDs Zwirn development
• Peter Mikoláš, PMP, President of PMI Slovakia Chapter

Key Highlights

Practical Insights: Our speakers shared valuable experiences—both successful and challenging—from project management in territorial development in Slovakia, providing real-world perspectives on complex initiatives.

Educational Development: Throughout the visit, we engaged in productive discussions on developing the educational module within the DREAMER project, covering:

• Content structure
• Delivery formats
• Collaborative teaching approaches

Professional Management Practices: We had engaging discussions on professional project management practices, enriching our understanding of best practices in the field.

Cross-Border Innovation: Our group visit to EIT Manufacturing in Vienna provided valuable insights into the features and specific challenges of managing cross-border innovation projects.They illustrated their experiences on the example of the 2C FIMH project.

Speakers from EIT Manufacturing were:

• Peter Kuen, EIT Manufacturing, Manager Austria and Government Relations
• Marcus Kleinfercher, Project Manager EIT Manufacturing and Project Leader at 2C FIMH Project

Networking and Collaboration

The visit offered excellent opportunities for networking and knowledge exchange within the DREAMER team, strengthening our collaborative foundation for future project activities.

Thank you to all speakers, participants, and partners who made these days so impactful and educational!