Three Seas Business STEPS Conference

Warsaw | March 24, 2026

Three Seas Business STEPS 2026 is a high-level conference dedicated to shaping the strategic future of the Three Seas region. Taking place on March 24, 2026 at Airport Hotel Okęcie in Warsaw, the event will convene business leaders, investors, policymakers, regulators, and international institutions to address the most pressing economic and security challenges facing Central and Eastern Europe.

The conference focuses on three strategic pillars:

Energy Transformation – with particular emphasis on nuclear energy (including SMRs) and digital infrastructure powering the AI-driven economy,
Finance & Investments – mobilizing capital for large-scale infrastructure and innovation,
Defense & Security – strengthening resilience, industrial capacity, and international partnerships within the NATO framework.

In the context of accelerating geopolitical shifts, technological disruption, and rising defense commitments across Europe, STEPS serves as a platform for strategic dialogue and actionable business cooperation. Discussions will address artificial intelligence, space technologies, critical infrastructure protection, cross-border supply chains, regulatory alignment, and new financing mechanisms designed to unlock long-term growth.

The programme features keynote speeches, expert panels, and dedicated Business Case Panels presenting concrete investment cases, commercial models, and partnership opportunities across high-impact sectors.

The conference will be preceded by a closed-door High-Level Dinner on March 23, 2026, bringing together selected decision-makers for strategic exchange ahead of the main event.

STEPS is designed not merely as a conference, but as a business and investment platform — where policy meets capital, innovation meets industry, and regional cooperation translates into measurable economic outcomes.

The conference will be held exclusively in English.

Discover the full conference agenda.

Conference Speakers

Tsanko Arabadzhiev

CEO, Bulgarian Development Bank
Financial executive with over 18 years of experience across banking, insurance and asset management. As CEO of the Bulgarian Development Bank and member of the Supervisory Board of the Three Seas Investment Fund, he plays a key role in financing strategic investments in the region.

Dr Piotr Arak

Chief Economist, VeloBank
Economist and public policy expert with extensive experience across government, think tanks and international institutions. Former Director of the Polish Economic Institute, specializing in macroeconomics, energy transition and sustainable development.

Gen. Rajmund Andrzejczak

Former Chief of the General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces
Senior military leader with over three decades of experience, including command roles in NATO structures and international missions. Expert in defense strategy, security policy and transatlantic cooperation.

Michał Baranowski

Undersecretary of State, Ministry of Economic Development and Technology, Poland
Political scientist and expert in transatlantic relations and European policy. Former Managing Director of the German Marshall Fund East, where he led initiatives across Central and Eastern Europe, including work on economic cooperation and regional security. Currently responsible for shaping Poland’s economic development agenda at the government level.

Hubert Bińkiewicz

Attorney, Wardyński & Partners
Specializes in M&A, venture capital and private equity transactions, with strong experience in energy, infrastructure and technology sectors. Advises investors, sponsors and lenders in complex cross-border projects.

David Dixon

Partner, Dentons Europe
Highly experienced advisor in real estate, M&A and private equity with over 25 years of practice across Europe, particularly in CEE markets. Recognized expert in large-scale investment and cross-border transactions.

Tomasz Hartwig

CEO, SR Robotics
Entrepreneur and engineer with over 35 years of experience in Industry 4.0 technologies, robotics and automation. Co-founder of multiple deep-tech ventures, focused on advanced industrial and underwater robotics solutions.

Üllar Jaaksoo

DIGITAL NATION Ltd., Estonia
Strategic advisor and digital economy expert with over 25 years of experience in global business development and public sector transformation. Known for his expertise in digital society, smart infrastructure and innovation ecosystems.

Piotr Kisiel

CEO, Stohid Technology
Technology executive leading Stohid Technology, focused on advanced defense and industrial solutions. Actively engaged in innovation and cross-border technology partnerships.

Michał Kanownik

Chairman of the Board, ZIPSEE ‘Digital Poland’
Digital economy leader and long-standing advocate of technology-driven growth in Poland. Chairman of ZIPSEE “Digital Poland” and member of the executive board of DigitalEurope, actively engaged in shaping public policy in areas such as digital markets, regulation and innovation across Europe.

Dariusz Kryczka

Partner, EY Polska
Energy and infrastructure expert with extensive experience in international projects, public policy and ESG. Actively involved in initiatives related to energy transition, hydrogen, sustainable finance and cooperation with the European Commission on the EU Green Deal.

Aaron Korewa

Director, Atlantic Council Warsaw Office
Expert in transatlantic relations and security policy with experience in international think tanks and policy programs. Focused on NATO cooperation, disinformation and geopolitical strategy.

Tomasz Kusowski

Co-Founder & Vice-President, Eycore
Executive in the space-tech sector, co-leading a company focused on satellite systems and Earth observation technologies. Engaged in the development of advanced data-driven solutions for global markets.

Marcin Krasuski

Head of CEE Government Affairs & Public Policy, Google
Public policy expert specializing in digital markets, AI regulation and telecom sector. Experienced in cooperation with EU institutions and international regulatory frameworks.

Maciej Krzyżanowski

CEO, CloudFerro
Leader in cloud computing and space data processing solutions. Oversees development of advanced infrastructure supporting Earth observation and space technologies.

Piotr Małecki

CEO, Defence24
Security analyst and media executive specializing in defense, energy and cybersecurity. Founder of Defence24, a leading platform covering strategic security issues in Europe.

Marcin Mazur

Vice-President, Polish Space Agency (POLSA)
Senior military officer and geospatial intelligence expert with experience in NATO structures and strategic defense operations. Currently engaged in developing Poland’s space capabilities.

H.E. Georgette Mosbacher

Chairperson of the TSBC Strategic Advisory Board | Former U.S. Ambassador to Poland
American business executive, entrepreneur and diplomat, who served as the United States Ambassador to Poland from 2018 to 2021. Currently Chairperson of the Strategic Advisory Board of the Three Seas Business Council and affiliated with the Atlantic Council, actively supporting transatlantic cooperation and the development of the Three Seas region.

Remigiusz Nowakowski

Deputy CEO & Managing Director, Qair Polska
Energy sector executive involved in renewable energy development and infrastructure investments in Poland and the CEE region.

Joseph Phillipsz

Non-Executive Chair, Scottish Futures Trust
Infrastructure investment expert with over 30 years of experience. Former Head of Investment Team at the Three Seas Initiative Investment Fund, specializing in large-scale energy and transport projects.

Bernard Sokół

Commercial Director, SR Robotics
Business leader focused on commercialization of advanced robotics and industrial technologies. Experienced in scaling innovative solutions in international markets.

Adrianna Śniadowska

CEO, Centre for International Relations
International relations expert specializing in global security and international cooperation. Actively involved in international conferences and analytical work on geopolitical trends.

Prof. Grzegorz Wrochna

Global Affairs Director, Creotech Instruments
Physicist and space-sector leader with extensive experience in international cooperation and European space programs. Plays a key role in advancing Poland’s position in the global space industry.

Dr Laurent Zylberberg

Chairman of the Board, STOA Infrastructure Fund
Senior executive with background in diplomacy, public affairs and finance. Specializes in long-term investment strategies and infrastructure financing across international markets.