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.
01 — About
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.
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.
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.
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 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 →
statuette · glass quantum render02 — Featured guests
Professor of physics, Uniwersytet Warszawski, Narodowy Uniwersytet Singapuru
Theoretical physicist, professor at the University of Warsaw, leading a research group at the intersection of quantum field theory and general relativity. Previously affiliated with Oxford, Imperial College London, and Nottingham, among others. Author of the bestseller "Kwantechizm". Creator of the internationally acclaimed "Dragan effect" photographic style, winner of the Digital Camera Photograp
Physicist, Vice President MakoLab S.A., MakoLab S.A. i Quantum B Inc.
Dr. Mirek Sopek is a quantum physicist, tech entrepreneur and founder of MakoLab S.A. and Quantum B Inc. He also founded US startups Chemical Semantics and LEI.INFO. His work spans quantum and post-quantum cryptography, AI and digital identity. Author of numerous scientific papers and holder of patents in quantum communication, he chairs the University Council at Lodz University of Technology.
Member of the University Council, Politechnika Warszawska
IT, cybersecurity, and digital transformation manager with 25 years of experience. Former Global Leader at EY managing a practice worth over $1.2B. Board advisor, university lecturer (incl. Stanford, UT Dallas), author, and expert in new technologies and business strategies.
Managing Partner, Mariański Group Kancelaria Prawno-Podatkowa
Family business mentor, longevity ambassador, creator of the "Art of Family Business" and "Art of Life: On Longevity" programs, attorney-at-law and tax advisor, Managing Partner at Mariański Group, Professor at Lazarski University. Expert in succession and family foundations. Recognized five times in the Chambers High Net Worth ranking in the Private Wealth Law category.
Chairman, Polska Izba Systemów Bezzałogowych
Entrepreneur with 20 years of experience, president of PISB, head of Terra Hexen and Terra Robotics, and founder of Hutchinson Institute. Expert in unmanned systems, counter-drone tech, and organizational transformation via HRO. Combines critical infrastructure security and extreme-condition tech insights with leadership resilience for unpredictable futures. Ph.D. candidate at Lodz University of T
Managing Director, Roche Polska
Irma Veberič is General Manager of Roche Polska since 2021, with nearly 30 years at the company. A pharmacy graduate from the University of Ljubljana, she previously led Roche in Slovenia and Hungary. She drives the "prevent, stop, cure" mission through innovative therapies and digital solutions. HBA Luminary awardee (2024). Married with two daughters.
Science communicator, Uniwersytet SWPS
Trainer, speaker, author, and science popularizer with over two decades of experience in people and organizational development. Known for a critical, research-based approach to the personal development industry. Author of nine books, mostly on competencies, two of which won niche awards. His latest work is a reportage essay on science titled "Nudne słowo na N".
03 — Speakers
Professor of physics, Uniwersytet Warszawski, Narodowy Uniwersytet Singapuru
Physicist, Vice President MakoLab S.A., MakoLab S.A. i Quantum B Inc.
Member of the University Council, Politechnika Warszawska
Managing Partner, Mariański Group Kancelaria Prawno-Podatkowa
Chairman, Polska Izba Systemów Bezzałogowych
Managing Director, Roche Polska
Science communicator, Uniwersytet SWPS
Chairman, Gedeon Medica
Professor, Centrum Fizyki Teoretycznej Polskiej Akademii Nauk
Director General, Centralny Ośrodek Informatyki
Chairman, Fundacja Masculinum
Psychologist, psychotherapist, sexologist, Ośrodka Psychoterapii i Coachingu Inner Garden
CEO & Founder, When U Buy
CEO / co-founder, Kubota S.A.
Chairman, Stowarzyszenie Klaster Biogospodarki
Chairman of the Board, Lark Business Consulting
Software Developer, Automation House, Tigers
Lecturer, Uniwersytet SWPS
Managing Director, Hutchinson Institute
Head of Business Development, Hutchinson Institut
Owner, Akademia Polskiego
Managing Director, Akademii Psychologii Przywództwa
Partner, Kancelaria Adwokacka Alicja Bień & Alicja Tarkowska
CEO, Grupa Pathfinder
CEO, Business-Land
Trainer, Akademia Psychologii Przywództwa
Owner, Business-Land
Professor at the University of Warsaw, Uniwersytet Warszawski
05 — Registration
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.
06 — Partners
07 — FAQ
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.
You fill in the form, confirm your e-mail, and once your application is approved you receive an invitation with an individual entry code.
The main sessions are held in Polish.
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.
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.
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08 — Contact