SUMMIT of relocated Businesses:
Fostering EU Integration and Growth
for Eastern Neighbours
SUMMIT of relocated Businesses:
Fostering EU Integration and Growth
for Eastern Neighbours
OCTOBER 8-9, 2025
Warsaw, Poland
OCTOBER 8-9, 2025
Warsaw, Poland
THE KEY BUSINESS EVENT OF RELOCATED BUSINESSES IN POLAND
TO GAIN NEW KNOWLEDGE, INSPIRE, NETWORK, AND DEVELOP
DESIGNED BY LEADING REGIONAL CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE AND BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS,
SUPPORTED BY EU AND USA POLICY-MAKERS
Special thematic focus:
Franchising Opportunities in the EU: Starting and Managing
a Successful Franchise Business
Why do we focus on franchising?
Franchising is a fast track for relocated entrepreneurs to build trusted, resilient businesses in Poland and beyond:
THE KEY BUSINESS EVENT OF RELOCATED BUSINESSES IN POLAND
TO GAIN NEW KNOWLEDGE, INSPIRE, NETWORK, AND DEVELOP
DESIGNED BY LEADING REGIONAL CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE AND BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS,
SUPPORTED BY EU AND USA POLICY-MAKERS
Special thematic focus:
Franchising Opportunities in the EU: Starting and Managing
a Successful Franchise Business
Why do we focus on franchising?
Franchising is a fast track for relocated entrepreneurs to build trusted, resilient businesses in Poland and beyond:
Lower Barrier to Entry in a New Market
Relocated entrepreneurs often face challenges with market entry, brand recognition, and local trust.
Franchising provides a proven business model with an existing reputation, making it easier for newcomers to establish themselves in Poland.
Access to Know-How and Support
Franchisors offer training, operational systems, and ongoing support.
This is crucial for entrepreneurs who may lack deep knowledge of Polish regulations, customer habits, or supply chains.
Financing and Risk Reduction
Banks and investors often view franchise businesses as less risky because they are backed by established brands.
For relocated businesses that struggle to access financing, this can be a viable pathway to credit and growth.
Adaptation of Diaspora Businesses
Relocated entrepreneurs may adapt their own concepts into franchise models to scale in Poland and the EU.
This creates opportunities not just to survive, but to grow regionally.
Job Creation and Integration
Franchising promotes employment opportunities for other displaced persons and locals.
It supports economic integration of diasporas into host communities.
Cross-Border Potential
Franchising opens the door for relocated brands to expand beyond Poland into the wider EU.
• It aligns with long-term goals of building resilient transnational business networks.
23DAYS 11HOURS LEFT TO REGISTER
PROGRAMME
DAY 1
8 October 2025
NYX Hotel, ul.Chmielna 71
00-801, Warsaw, Poland
10:00 – 11:00 REGISTRATION AND NETWORKING COFFEE
11:00 - 11:20 OPENING AND WELCOME SPEECHES
We will present regional business policy trends, emphasize the event's significance, outline objectives, set expectations for the day, and introduce the BDI project
11:20 - 13:00 GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES: FRANCHISING INSIGHTS FROM LEADING REGIONAL FRANCHISERS + Q&A
The brand session will feature presentations from top regional franchising businesses. Each speaker will share their franchising journey, best practices, and strategies for growth in the competitive market. The session will conclude with a Q&A segment, offering participants the opportunity to engage with industry leaders and gain valuable insights into the franchising world.
13:00 - 14:30 LUNCH
14:30 – 15:00 KEYNOTE SPEECH: FRANCHISING EXCELLENCE
A keynote speech by a representative from a renowned business, sharing key strategies and success stories in franchising. The speaker will highlight best practices and lessons learned, offering inspiration for participants to apply in their own ventures.
15:00 – 16:30 STARTING & RUNNING A FRANCHISE BUSINESS IN THE EU
The expert session will feature discussions covering legal aspects, successful case studies, challenges, and sector-specific expertise to provide a comprehensive understanding of the franchise landscape.
16:30 – 17:30 AFTERNOON COFFE AND NETWORKING
Announcement of the results of the first round of the 5th Free Belarus Business Awards
! Please note that the entire programme of the 1st day will be in English with translation to Belarusian and Ukrainian !
DAY2
9 October 2025
UNITY Hub, pl.Konesera 2
03-736, Warsaw, Poland
10:00 – 11:00 REGISTRATION AND WELCOME COFFEE
11:30 - 13:00 MODERATED SESSION WITH AN AUDIENCE: NETWORKING
FOR GROWTH BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES & CHALLENGES IN CEE
A moderated networking session allowing participants to introduce themselves, discuss business challenges, and share insights on opportunities in Central and Eastern Europe. Topics will include comparative business advantages, professional development, and fostering cross-country cooperation.
13:00 - 14:30 LUNCH
14:30 - 16:00 WORKSHOP: BUILDING SKILLS FOR LEADERSHIP &
PROBLEM-SOLVING
The interactive workshop will focus on enhancing leadership skills and creative problem-solving. Through practical exercises and real-time feedback, participants will learn valuable techniques to foster collaboration and drive business development in the region.
16:00 - 16:15 CLOSING REMARKS
! Please note that the entire programme of the 2nd day will be only in Belarusian, Ukrainian, and Russian !
23DAYS 11HOURS LEFT TO REGISTER
CONTACT DETAILS
QUESTIONS RELATED TO REGISTRATION, WORKSHOP, LOGISTICS
info@abbabusiness.org
MEDIA ACCREDITATION AND REQUESTS
media@abbabusiness.org
GENERAL QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROJECT
bdi@eurochambres.eu
Summit of Relocated Businesses is a key activity within the Belarusian Diaspora
Initiative (BDI) project and addresses the common challenges faced by exiled
businesses from Belarus and other EU neighboring countries. The Summit
brings together entrepreneurs from across the region, including Ukraine and
Moldova, to navigate the complexities of the EU market while emphasising
shared values of democracy, innovation, and sustainability.
