SUMMIT of relocated Businesses 2026:
Getting the Most of E-Commerce to Trade
Across Borders
SUMMIT of relocated Businesses 2026:
Getting the Most of E-Commerce to Trade
Across Borders
November 28, 2026
Warsaw, Poland
November 28, 2026
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 2026 thematic focus:
E-Commerce as a tool for entering EU markets and growing sales
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 2026 thematic focus:
E-Commerce as a tool for entering EU markets and growing sales
The Summit will bring together entrepreneurs from Poland, Belarus, Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova, and other countries who are building and scaling businesses in Poland and the EU in general as well as leading e-commerce companies, business support organisations and institutional partners to share practical expertise, build strategic partnerships and strengthen cross-border business opportunities. Through expert-led sessions and structured networking, participants gain the knowledge, connections and tools needed to grow their businesses across European markets.
Why participate:
▪️ get practical presentations by experts in e-commerce, logistics, law, taxation, and payments;
▪️ realise opportunities for selling in international markets;
▪️ work with different e-commerce models and marketplaces;
▪️ see real-life case studies from entrepreneurs developing businesses after relocation;
▪️ participate in practical sessions, business matchmaking, and structured networking;
▪️ use opportunities to build new connections, partnerships, and ideas for business growth.
PROGRAMME
17 November 2026
12:00 – 14:00 ONLINE MATCHMAKING EVENT FOR REGISTERED SUMMIT PARTICIPANTS
Conversation Starter platform
28 November 2026
*Morning sessions are conducted entirely in Polish with translation into English provided.
Networking languages are Polish, English, Belarusian, Ukrainian, and Russian
10:00 – 11:00 REGISTRATION AND NETWORKING COFFEE
11:00 - 11:20 OPENING AND WELCOME SPEECHES
Sets the practical context: EU Digital Single Market, what it means for relocated entrepreneurs
11:20 - 11:50 KEYNOTE SPEECH: E-COMMERCE AS A PATH TH THE EU MARKET
One speech from a prominent speaker on the state of e-commerce in CEE, growth trends,
and the specific opportunity for relocated entrepreneurs
11:50 - 13:00 SESSION 1: Practical Guide for Small Exporters: Legal & Logistics
Three focused 15-minute practical presentations + 15 minutes Q&A.
Covers topics: legal issues, VAT, carrier selection, customs documentation, HS codes, import VAT,
real cost calculations for shipping to the EU countries or worldwide
13:00 - 13:30 SESSION 2: Marketplace Strategy: Which Platform for Which Business?
E-commerce expert will provide a decision framework: which model fits which business type, size, and target market.
13:30 - 15:00 LUNCH + BUSINESS NETWORKING
*Sessions after lunch are conducted in Belarusian, Ukrainian, and Russian.
15:00 – 15:30 LIGHTNING TALKS: Relocated Entrepreneurs Who Did It
Two entrepreneurs will present their cross-border e-commerce journey
15:30 – 16:30 EXPORT CLINIC — Roundtables by Sector
5 roundtables grouped by business sector:
Food, Beverages & Artisan Products
IT, Software & Digital Services
Fashion, Textiles & Accessories
Creative Industries, Design & Crafts
B2B Services & Consulting
16:30 – 16:45 COMMITMENT ROUND — What I Will Do in 30 Days
Each participant states one specific, concrete action they commit to completing within 30 days
16:45 – 17:00 MARKETPLACE DIRECTORY
Announcement of Marketplace Directory rules and access
17:00 – 17:15 CLOSING REMARKS
Summary of summit outcomes
17:15 – 19:00 COFFEE, NETWORKING, AND CULTURAL EVENT
Open networking with coffee and light refreshments
74DAYS 14HOURS LEFT TO REGISTER
PARCTICAL INFORMATION
Registration
Registration is open until 15 November 2026 EOD
Verification & Confirmation
After registration, applications will be reviewed and selected participants will receive confirmation of their participation
Matchmaking & Business Connections
After verification, participants will have the opportunity to create their business profile on the Conversation Starter matchmaking platform
Business Meetings | Before, During & After the Summit
Participants can schedule meetings through the Conversation Starter platform before, during and after the Summit
Online Matchmaking | 17 November
Confirmed participants can join the online matchmaking event and connect with potential business partners
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
