January 22, 2025
Soviet-influenced curricula excelled at producing specialists in subjects that served centrally planned economies. As Central Asia’s economies reinvent themselves, so are their education systems. It is […]
January 19, 2025
Reinvention is never a solo journey. It’s shaped by the people we work with, the communities we serve, and the relationships we build. Empathy weaves these […]
January 16, 2025
After decades of departure, a growing wave of professionals is returning to emerging Europe, attracted by rising wages and a new mindset. Furthermore, they are being […]
January 12, 2025
In a world that demands constant adaptation, living with curiosity, awareness, intentionality, confidence, freedom, and discipline is an act of self-empowerment. When someone asks, ‘Who are […]
January 7, 2025
Armed with lower operating costs, well-educated workforces, and supportive local governments, secondary cities are becoming unexpected magnets for talent and investment. For decades, ambitious firms seeking […]
January 5, 2025
Two young entrepreneurs this week reminded me of the power of reinvention—not just in the work we do, but in how we approach relationships, learning, and […]
January 2, 2025
Amid a continent-wide push for digital supremacy, CEE’s resourceful economies are leveraging artificial intelligence to vault from tech-outsourcing backwaters into the ranks of Europe’s leading innovation […]
December 29, 2024
The future of education in emerging Europe—and everywhere—demands a radical shift. A revolution, not reform. The question is: will we have the courage to start over? […]
December 23, 2024
Innovation in the mobility sector and a commitment to sustainability mean that the competition for a liveable Baltic capital, Vilnius currently enjoys pole position. Vilnius is […]
December 18, 2024
Stara Zagora is transforming from a coal-mining stronghold into Bulgaria’s emerging IT hub, leveraging its location, cost advantages, skilled workforce, and investor appeal to fuel a […]
December 15, 2024
Just as the region has leapfrogged in areas like economic transition, technology and digital governance, it can also become a global leader in political stability and […]
December 8, 2024
The next chapter of RIS must be bold. The programme needs a reinvention that addresses its most persistent challenges and embraces opportunities for meaningful transformation. The […]
December 3, 2024
Mining-driven economic growth since 2023 has lifted Mongolia to upper-middle income status, but despite this strong growth, further diversification of the economy is necessary. Stereotypes abound […]
November 24, 2024
Technology is at a crossroads. It can either be a tool for oppression or a weapon for freedom. The choice lies not with autocrats, but with […]
November 17, 2024
Europe’s innovation spark is set to ignite from an unexpected powerhouse: the emerging Europe region, where start-ups and innovators are leading a new wave of reinvention. […]
November 10, 2024
The challenges Europe face may be unpredictable, but they’re also an invitation to reinvent how we approach unity, stability, and strength. As I read former Finnish […]
November 5, 2024
Throughout CEE, we can see that the monopolistic nature of digital hubs such as eMag, Allegro, Vinted and OLX are creating information bottlenecks that are concentrating […]
November 3, 2024
One of the pillars of reinvention is staying ahead of disruptions—responding to it before it arrives rather than reacting in the moment. Observing the intricate […]
October 25, 2024
Positioning itself as a premier hub for innovation in the renewable energy sector, Stara Zagora is leveraging natural advantages with forward-thinking strategies to capitalise on one […]
October 24, 2024
Armenia’s ability to diversify its sources of foreign investment will be key to its long-term wellbeing, alongside the modernisation of key sectors such as agriculture and […]
October 14, 2024
Through strategic investments, robust infrastructure, and forward-thinking governance, Stara Zagora is fast becoming the epicentre of Bulgaria’s automotive sector, drawing both domestic and international companies to […]
September 18, 2024
The countries of emerging Europe are better placed than Western Europe to make the most of the automation technologies—including robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning—that are […]
August 12, 2024
Technology has ended the need to choose richness or reach as a strategy, which has provided the basis of the success for many online businesses—such as […]
June 19, 2024
The fusion of technology and globalisation is transforming markets and rendering traditional economic models obsolete. Some smart CEE firms are taking advantage. The convergence of technology […]
June 10, 2024
The countries that navigate the transformation to high-tech manufacturing most effectively are likely to emerge not merely as regional leaders, but global leaders. Central and Eastern […]
January 30, 2024
Do we need to say that technology is changing every aspect of human life? No, we don’t—and healthcare and life sciences are no exception. Leading pharmaceutical […]
January 22, 2024
AI has great potential to improve the workforce shortage problem in some emerging European countries with the most significant workforce shortages, such as Slovenia and Estonia. […]
January 17, 2024
Facing an immediate cash crunch Ukraine’s leader made a new plea for financial support, but also pitched to global CEOs about the long-term need—and opportunities—for investment […]
January 16, 2024
Uzbekistan’s economy has proven resilient to recent global challenges and has continued to grow at a rapid pace. The outlook remains positive, as the country courts […]