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Impact SEE’26 conference to host 200 speakers in Bucharest
The third edition of the Impact SEE’26 conference is scheduled to take place in Bucharest on September 29–30, 2026. Presented by Mastercard, the event will be held at the Romexpo Exhibition Center and the Face Convention Center, expecting over 2,500 participants.
The conference will feature approximately 200 speakers covering business, technology, economics, and culture. Notable speakers include actor and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds, Olympic champion David Popovici, economist Ilian Mihov, and Dr. Anna Lembke. Leaders from organizations such as McLaren Racing, Banca Transilvania, and Mastercard are also expected to attend.
The program is organized into eight thematic directions, including two new categories: Investments & Startups and Culture. Discussions will focus on topics such as artificial intelligence, competitiveness, leadership, and economic perspectives for Southeast Europe.