2nd International Family Business Summit [photo gallery]
We invite you to view the photo gallery from the Family Business Summit 2026 – an event that brought together representatives of family businesses from Poland and abroad to discuss values, succession, collaboration, and long-term development. The captured images capture the atmosphere of inspiring meetings, exchanges of experiences, and relationships built across generations.
Wojciech Balczun, Minister of State Assets: Family businesses are a symbol of the success of the Polish transformation
Family businesses are one of the foundations of the modern Polish economy and a result of the transformations initiated after 1989. Wojciech Balczun, Minister of State Assets, emphasizes their importance for the country's development and building Poland's international position. "Family businesses are our well-being," he says. In his speech at the 2nd International Family Business Summit, he also explains why the state should actively support the development of domestic entrepreneurs.
Adam Mokrysz: Poland has the potential to play in the global business league
The new generation of Polish entrepreneurs is free from inferiority complexes and is increasingly bold in their global thinking. Adam Mokrysz, CEO of the Mokate Group, argues at the 2nd International Family Business Summit that Poland is now among the world's strongest economies, and that domestic companies have what it takes to achieve international success.
Adam Mokrysz, Mokate: Family businesses are a relay race of generations and the strength of the Polish economy
Polish family businesses play a key role in building the country's economic strength. Adam Mokrysz, CEO of the Mokate Group, highlights their contribution to GDP growth, innovation, and expansion into foreign markets. Family entrepreneurs are increasingly becoming ambassadors for Polish business worldwide.
Władysław Kozakiewicz: Poland looks better than New York, better than Munich
He has lived in Germany for 40 years but visits Poland regularly. His autobiography, "Don't Tell Me How to Live," by Michał Pol, has just been published. How does he perceive Poland? He is pleased when Germans compliment him on Poland. He also explains why sports and business are almost the same.
2nd International Family Business Summit: Family businesses join forces [report]
Based on trust, built with future generations in mind, and increasingly boldly entering the world, family businesses have become one of the most important drivers of Polish economic development. Their importance, challenges, and future were discussed during the 2nd International Family Business Summit in Warsaw.
Dorota Wysokińska-Kuzdra, Colliers: Commercial real estate is an opportunity for Polish capital
Over 200 family entrepreneurs met at the 2nd International Family Business Summit to discuss the future of family business. Beata Mońka, president of Art of Networking, emphasizes the importance of shared values, trust, and cooperation. "What united us all at this meeting today was a system of values," she says. In the interview, she also discusses international expansion, international cooperation, and building a strong Polish brand through family businesses.
Joanna Klimas, KLIMAS Wkręt-met: A Polish company in India. How did it happen?
Can a Polish family business successfully compete on the other side of the world? According to Joanna Klimas, Management Advisor for Strategic Development at KLIMAS Wkręt-met, courage, determination, and consistency are key. Joanna Klimas discusses expansion into the distant Indian market and succession as a team effort in the fight for the company's longevity.
Monika Rozbicka-Szlosek PKO BP: Succession is a process that requires time and strategy
How can you effectively plan the transfer of assets and business to the next generation? Monika Rozbicka-Szlosek, director of the Private Banking Center at PKO BP, explains that succession is a multi-year process requiring the involvement of the entire family. "They say this process can last 7, 8, or even 10 years," she notes. The discussion during the 2nd International Family Business Summit also covers family foundations and the role of advisors supporting entrepreneurs in this process.
2nd International Family Business Summit Summary Video
2nd International Family Business Summit Summary Video