AmCham Hungary – in partnership with the Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency - has been organizing the Business Meets Government Summit (BMG), the flagship event of our organization, for more than ten years. 

This conference has become a key platform for connecting investors with policymakers and is a leading advocacy forum in Hungary. It aggregates the expertise of 200+ leaders from top investors, government leaders, think-tanks, and academia.

We come together annually in the Fall since 2015 with the agenda to make Hungary more sustainable and competitive.

EVENT DETAILS:

• Date: Monday, November 9
• Time: 09:30-14:30
• Kindly note that the event is only open for AmCham members and invitees of HIPA.
• Participation fee:
  • Members: 69.990 HUF + VAT / person

Upon registration, please indicate which breakout session you prefer to attend. Please note that capacity is limited and we can accept your answer on a first come first served basis. 

Participants can attend the event only if the participation fee is paid in advance. 

Cancellation policy: please note that written cancellations made by Tuesday, November 3 receive a full refund. Late cancellations or “no-shows” will be charged.

PLANNED AGENDA: 
08:30-09:30: ARRIVAL & NETWORKING

09:30-09:35: WELCOME by Irisz Lippai-Nagy, CEO, AmCham Hungary

09:35-09:45: OPENING REMARKS by Ákos Janza, President, AmCham Hungary and by Bence Buday, CEO, Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA)

09:45-10:20: KEYNOTE – István Kapitány, Minister of Economy and Energy of Hungary, followed by a Q&A session (invited)

10:20-11:00: Hungary’s Place in the European Economy – Roundtable Discussion with Jörn Fleck, Senior Director, Europe Center, Atlantic Council and Bence Buday, CEO, Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA), moderated by Ákos Janza, President, AmCham Hungary 

11:00-11:30: COFFEE BREAK & NETWORKING

11:30-13:00: BREAKOUT SESSIONS – company representatives engage in a discussion with government officials 
Upon registration, please indicate which breakout session you prefer to attend. Please note that capacity is limited and we can accept your answer on a first come first served basis. 

TOPICS:

BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT: This breakout is fully booked. We kindly ask you to choose another one.

With a new government setting a new economic policy direction, what changes can businesses expect in Hungary’s tax, fiscal and investment environment? This breakout will bring together business leaders and policymakers to discuss the government’s new tax policy priorities, the future of sector-specific and extra-profit taxes, GDP growth ambitions and the longer-term outlook for euro adoption. The conversation will also explore the evolving approach to foreign trade and investment policy, including new investment incentive schemes, the future of FDI, and the role of multinational companies in Hungary’s economy. At a time of significant policy transition, the session will provide an opportunity to discuss what these changes could mean for competitiveness, investment decisions and a more predictable business environment.

Panelists:

• Bence BARTA, Tax Partner, Andersen
• Nicole BISER, Country Manager, ExxonMobil 
• Ákos BURJÁN, Partner, Tax Services, PwC
• Zoltán LAMBERT, Managing Partner, WTS Klient
• Sándor NAGY, Head of Corporate & Regulatory Affairs Hungary, BAT
• Zoltán SCHWARDY, Country Officer and Banking Head for Citi Hungary

Government Representatives: 

• Attila KÖVESDY, State Secretary for Tax Policy and Accounting Regulation, Ministry of Finance 
• Judit ZOLNAY, State Secretary for Foreign Economic Affairs, Ministry of Economy and Energy

Moderator: Dorottya FÁBIÁN, Chair of AmCham’s Tax Committee and Partner at Deloitte 

HEALTHCARE:

The Healthcare Breakout Session will bring together key voices in the field to discuss the most important challenges and opportunities shaping Hungary's healthcare ecosystem. The conversation will be grounded in the findings of AmCham's recently completed Life Science Investment Attractiveness Study, using its insights as a guide for a forward-looking discussion on investment, competitiveness, and the sector's future direction.

Overview of AmCham's Life Science Investment Attractiveness Study by Ádám Csizmadia, Health Economist

followed by:

Panelists:

• Jutas FÖLDVÁRI, LCT General Manager - Central Eastern Europe and Managing Director Hungary, GE Healthcare
• Péter KERESZTÚRI, Account Manager MDS OEE, Becton Dickinson 
• Krisztina UJHELYI, Capital Funds Leader, Medtronic
• Péter WINTERMANTEL, Corporate Affairs Director, Novartis 

Government Representatives: 

• László BUGA, State Secretary responsible for hospital inpatient and outpatient specialist care, Ministry of Health
• Marcell NÉMETH, Deputy CEO for Investment Promotion and Incentives, Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency

Moderator: Janka KOCSIS, Chair of AmCham’s Healthcare Committee

WORKFORCE:

The workforce breakout will explore how Hungary can maintain its competitiveness in the EU labor market by ensuring that companies can access the right skills and workforce at the right time. The discussion will examine how employment policy, skills development and investment promotion can be better coordinated to mobilize domestic labor, respond to changing skills needs and strengthen Hungary’s ability to attract and retain highly skilled international talent. The panel will also address current trends and regulatory challenges related to the employment of workers from third countries, including the need for a transparent, predictable and efficient framework where domestic labor shortages persist. Policymakers, business leaders and HR professionals will identify the most critical areas for improvement and consider best practices and innovative workforce policies.

Panelists:

• Máté FAZEKAS, Head of Corporate, Public Affairs & Brand, BT (British Telecommunications) 
• Balázs FREMDA, Executive Director, Head of HR for Hungary, Morgan Stanley
• Gergely GÁSPÁR, Business Development Director, Hungary, GI Group
• Andrea SZŰCS, Partner, Head of People Services, KPMG in Hungary
• Szabolcs TOMKÓ, Head of HR Location & Head of Country HR Hungary, Aumovio 

Government Representatives: 

• Szabolcs MARKOVSZKY, Deputy State Secretary for Investments and Major Investments, Ministry for Economy and Energy 
• Imre Szilárd SZABÓ, Deputy State Secretary for Employment and Programs, Ministry of Social Affairs and Family 

Moderator: Szilvia BOGDÁN, Chair of AmCham’s HR Committee

DIGITALIZATION:

How can digitalization become a stronger driver of Hungary’s productivity, investment attractiveness and long-term competitiveness? This breakout will bring together business leaders and policymakers to discuss how companies can accelerate practical, secure and scalable AI adoption, strengthen digital maturity across industries, and successfully navigate the evolving European regulatory environment. The discussion will also explore how policy frameworks, funding and accelerator programs can better support digital transformation, while addressing IT resilience and the need for flexible, future-proof technology strategies.

Panelists:

• Veronika BUSH, Head of Public Policy, Central Region, WOLT 
• Supreeth KUNHAMBU, Head AI GTM - Europe, Tata Consultancy Services 
• Tibor SZPISJÁK, Managing Director, HPE 
• Mihály ZALA, Partner, Head of Technology Risk and Cybersecurity, EY

Government Representatives: 

• István GÓDOR, Deputy State Secretary for Science Politics and Innovation, Ministry of Science and Technology 
• Andrea POLERECZKI, State Secretary for Digitalization, Ministry of Science and Technology (invited)

Moderator: Árpád JORZSITS, Chair of AmCham’s Digital Committee     

13:00-14:30: LUNCH & NETWORKING

The organizers reserve the right to make changes without notice.

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