Organizers and Boards

The conference is organised by partner institutions:

University of Primorska, Faculty of Management, Slovenia

Faculty of Management (Slovenia) is a member of the University of Primorska. It is a higher education institution for education and research in the fields of social sciences and business management. The Faculty offers undergraduate study programmes in management, postgraduate programmes in management, economy and finance, and law, interdsciplinary postgraduate programmes in sustainable development and political science, and doctoral programme in management. Beside the study programs leading to a degree the Faculty also offers modules for groups or in-company training from the field of social sciences and business management with interdisciplinary links to economic, business, legal, organizational and behavioural sciences and international Summer Schools.

University of Trieste, Department of Economics, Business, Mathematics and Statistics (DEAMS)

The Department of Economics, Business, Mathematics and Statistics (DEAMS) promotes and coordinates teaching and research activities in the fields of economics and business sciences, statistical sciences and mathematics applied to economics and social sciences. DEAMS undergraduate programs include three degrees in Economics and Financial Markets, Business Administration and Management, Statistics and Informatics for Business, Finance and Insurance. At the graduate level DEAMS offers three Master degrees in Economy, Environment and Development, Business Strategy and Consulting, Statistical and Actuarial Sciences. It is also home to an international PhD in Circular Economy.

University of Zadar, Department of Economics

The University of Zadar, Department of Economics contributes to society through higher education, learning, and research in the field of business studies, adhering to the highest standards of excellence. The Department offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Management, aimed at developing fundamental and advanced managerial competencies. The study programs are continuously aligned with the latest insights in management education, in accordance with the recommendations of international professional bodies and accreditation agencies. It is a respected institutional member of the Business Graduates Association (BGA), an international membership and quality assurance body for the world’s leading business schools with high potential.

 

The Centre for Development and Knowledge Transfer, University of Primorska

The Pre-Conference Day is coorganised with the The Centre for Development and Knowledge Transfer of the University of Primorska (CRPZ UP).

The Centre for Development and Knowledge Transfer at the University of Primorska (CRPZ UP) serves as the central Technology Transfer Office (TTO) of the University, merging academic excellence, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. Operating under the Faculty of Management, CRPZ UP connects researchers, institutions, and organizations to promote knowledge transfer, protect intellectual property, and strengthen collaboration between the university, industry, and society.

CRPZ UP plays a vital role in the innovation ecosystem by actively promoting, connecting, and supporting the University of Primorska's involvement in local, national, and international innovation networks. Leveraging its expertise, the Centre accelerates the commercialization of research results and facilitates the establishment of strategic partnerships.

 

 Conference Chairs

Dr. Anita Trnavčević, University of Primorska, Faculty of Management, Slovenia

Dr. Guido Bortoluzzi, University of Trieste, Department of Economic, Business, Mathematics and Statistics (DEAMS), Italy

Dr. Jurica Bosna, University of Zadar, Department of Economics, Croatia

 
Organising Committee

University of Primorska, Faculty of Management, Slovenia:

  • MSc. Suzana Sedmak,
  • Dr. Suzana Laporšek,
  • Dr. Ana Grdović Gnip,
  • Robi Regoršek,
  • Matevž Malej,
  • Dr. Tatjana Horvat,
  • Dr. Jana Hojnik,
  • Leon Pavlič.

University of Trieste, Department of Economics, Business, Mathematics and Statistics, Italy:

  • Dr. Guido Bortoluzzi,
  • Dr. Grazia Garlatti Costa,
  • Dr. Rubina Romanello,
  • Dr. Gabriele Sbaiz,
  • Dr. Giorgio Valentinuz,
  • Dr. Donata Vianelli.

University of Zadar, Department of Economics, Croatia:

  • Dr. Jurica Bosna,
  • Dr. Sonja Brlečić Valčić,
  • Dr. Tomislav Klarin. 
Pre-Conference Day Organising Committee

University of Primorska, Faculty of Management, The Centre for Development and Knowledge Transfer, Slovenia:

  • Dr. Simona Kustec,
  • Dr. Jana Hojnik,
  • Hristina Stojanovikj,
  • Leon Pavlič.

Programme Board

  • Dr. Kirk Anderson, Memorial University, Canada
  • Dr. Reinhard Bernsteiner, MCI The Entrepreneurial School, Austria
  • Dr. Štefan Bojnec, University of Primorska, Slovenia
  • Dr. Hani El-Chaarani, Beirut Arab University, Lebanon
  • Dr. Ksenija Černe, Juraj Dobrila University of Pula, Croatia
  • Dr. Patrizia de Luca, University of Trieste, Italy
  • Dr. Maria Della Lucia, University of Trento, Italy
  • DDr. Imre Fertő, Corvinus University of Budapest, Hungary
  • Dr. József Fogarasi, Óbuda University, Hungary and Partium Christian University, Romania
  • Dr. Małgorzata Gotowska, University of Science and Technology, Poland
  • Dr. Rune Ellemose Gulev, Kiel University of Applied Sciences, Germany
  • Dr. Florin Ionita, Bucharest University for Economic Studies, Romania
  • Dr. Anna Jakubczak, University of Science and Technology, Poland
  • Dr. Maria Jakubik, Ronin Institute, USA
  • Dr. Massimiliano Kaucic, University of Trieste, Italy
  • Dr. Branko Kavšek, University of Primorska, Slovenia
  • Dr. Pekka Kess, University of Oulu, Finland
  • Dr. Aleksandra Krajnović, University of Zadar, Croatia
  • Dr. Božena Krce Miočić, University of Zadar, Croatia
  • Dr. Danijela Križman Pavlović, Juraj Dobrila University of Pula, Croatia
  • Dr. Atanu Kumar Nath, Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, Norway
  • Dr. Simona Kustec, University of Primorska, Slovenia
  • Dr. Binshan Lin, Louisiana State University Shreveport, USA
  • Dr. Reinhard Neck, University of Klagenfurt, Austria
  • Dr. Anita Peša, University of Zadar, Croatia
  • Dr. Mitja Ruzzier, University of Primorska, Slovenia
  • Dr. Cezar Scarlat, University Politehnica of Bucharest, Romania
  • Dr. Marcello Signorelli, University of Perugia, Italy
  • Dr. Dean Sinković, Juraj Dobrila University of Pula, Croatia
  • Dr. Brandon William Soltwisch, Tulane University, USA
  • Dr. Janez Šušteršič, Re-forma, Research and Development, Ltd., Slovenia
  • Dr. Giorgio Valentinuz, University of Trieste, Italy
  • Dr. Donata Vianelli, University of Trieste, Italy
  • Dr. Gabrijela Vidić, University of Zadar, Croatia
  • Dr. Robert Zenzerović, Juraj Dobrila University of Pula, Croatia      
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