2026 CRC
October 20, 2026, 3 - 9 PM
2026 COUNTRY RISK CONFERENCE
In 2026, the 21st edition of the Coface Country Risk Conference will highlight the lessons of the past, the realities of the present, and the opportunities of the future, in a dialogue relevant to companies seeking to turn uncertainty into a competitive advantage.
With 30 years of experience in the local market and 80 years globally, we remain true to the promise we make to our clients and partners: to stand by them, regardless of the circumstances, providing them with the information, solutions, and the security they need to grow their businesses and keep their world open.
Why is so valuable being part of the Country Risk Conference organized by Coface?
At this anniversary edition, we will explore together the trends shaping the global economy, the challenges affecting the business environment, and the opportunities opening up for companies ready to take the next step. Because, no matter the changes around us, there is one thing that defines us: we keep moving forward. Together.
Agenda
15:00 – 15:30
| Reception of guests and welcome coffee
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15:30 – 16:00
| Opening of the event
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16:00 - 16:15 | An x-ray of the global and regional economic landscape
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16:15 – 17:15
| Panel 1: The dinamic of macroeconomics. Local Challenges and Growth Perspectives
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17:15 - 17:30 | Break
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17:30 – 18:45
| Panel 2: Romania: A Look Back on the past 30 Years. What's Next?
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18:45 – 19:30
| Special guest Amelia Kallman
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19:30 – 19:35
| Closing of the event
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19:35 – 21:00 | Anniversary Cocktail
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Opening of the event
Welcome!
Alina Popa
| Country Manager Coface Romania
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Jaroslaw Jaworski
| CEO Central & Eastern Europe Region Coface
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An x-ray of the global and regional economic landscape
| Mateusz Dadej | Regional Economist for Coface Central and Eastern Europe |
Panel 1
The dinamic of macroeconomics. Local Challenges and Growth Perspectives
| Valentin Tătaru | Chief Economist, ING Bank România |
| Florian Neagu | Director of the Financial Stability Division BNR |
| Paul-Dieter Cîrlănaru | CEO CITR |
| Adrian Codirlașu | President CFA Romania |
| Mateusz Dadej | Regional Economist for Coface Central and Eastern Europe |
| Bogdan Nichișoiu | Regional (Central & Eastern Europe) Enhanced Information Manager |
Panel 2
Romania: A Look Back on the past 30 Years. What's Next?
Bianca Vlad
| Partner Tax, Forvis Mazars
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Cosmin Călin
| Large Corporate Deputy General Manager, Banca Transilvania
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Tiberiu Maier
| Chairman of the SIGNAL IDUNA ASIGURARE REASIGURARE Management Board
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Vlad Țigoiu
| Chief Strategy Officer, Fildas Catena Group
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Cristian Erbașu
| CEO Construcții Erbașu
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Nicolas Richard
| CEO Engie România
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Going Further: Transforming the Future Today
Amelia Kallman
Amelia Kallman is a leading London futurist, speaker, and author. Recently named one of the Top 20 World-Leading Futurist Speakers, as well as one of the Top 40 Future of CX Leaders and Top 12 Female Voices in London Tech, she has spoken at over 100 conferences across 20+ countries, addressed the House of Lords and the U.N., written industry-leading reports, and regularly consults for a number of Fortune 500 companies. Amelia is also a mentor, volunteer, and activist, and has recently finished writing her third book.
Testimonials from past participants
D. O.
The conference was extremely informative and well organized. Valuable insights into global economic trends and geopolitical risks were provided. The clear structure and ample networking opportunities were appreciated.
P. N.
An exceptional event, with guests from whom we had much to learn.
F. D.
I greatly appreciate the quality of the speakers and the information provided (...). I didn't notice how quickly the conference hours passed; I was interested in absolutely everything that was discussed. Congratulations!
I. M.
The information was of very high quality and was conveyed in an objective and professional manner.
