VII CRIDO M&A Forum 2025: Expansion of Polish companies and investments in Poland

This year’s 7th Forum, which coincides with the 20th anniversary of CRIDO, will focus on the international expansion of Polish companies – from selecting the right target markets, to developing effective growth and financing strategies, through to the practical challenges of entering new markets.

This is also a moment to reflect together on Poland’s role in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. In light of the security challenges facing Central and Eastern Europe, and Poland’s position as a key partner within NATO and the European Union, strategic thinking around investment, security, and leadership is becoming increasingly important.

Special attention will be given to the transatlantic perspective, with discussions on the specifics of the U.S. legal and business environment, as well as insights from companies that have successfully expanded their operations in the United States.

This year’s edition will be held under the patronage of the Polish Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (PSIK).

Why attend?
The CRIDO M&A Forum, one of the most important events for the M&A community in Poland, is a unique meeting place for M&A experts and practitioners, including lawyers, investors, transaction advisors, and company founders.

The event attracts over 200 participants, who in just one day have the opportunity to: 

• take part in panel discussions with industry leaders;

• explore case studies of Polish companies succeeding in international expansion;

• gain insights into effective M&A strategies;

• build valuable business connections and inspiring partnerships.

 

On the AGENDA of the 7th CRIDO Forum:

 

09:30–10:00 |Registration

10:00–10:05 | Welcome and Introduction – Andrzej Puncewicz, Managing Partner, CRIDO

10:10–10:30 | Strategic Poland: Investments, Security, Leadership – Gen. Rajmund Andrzejczak, Chief of the General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces (2018–2023)

10:35–11:35 | Panel 1: International Expansion Paths of Polish Companies – Moderator: Zbigniew Jusis, Partner, CRIDO Financial Advisory

Panel participants:

• Marta Poślad, Director, CEE & Transatlantic Public Policy, Google | Chairwoman of American Chamber of Commerce in Poland
• Dawid Jakubowicz, Chief Executive Officer, KULCZYK INVESTMENTS S.A
• Olaf Hofses, CFA, Investment Director, CVI
• Roman Rewald, Senior Strategic Advisor, CRIDO (USA/Poland)

11:40–12:10 | Coffee Break 

12:15–12:35 | Macroeconomic Landscape for M&A – Jakub Borowski, Chief Economist, Credit Agricole Bank Polska

12:40–12:55 | Industry Barometer – Trends in the Polish Economy – Krzysztof Kluza, Partner, Senior Advisor at CRIDO, Professor at Warsaw School of Economics

13:00–13:15 | Entrepreneur’s Perspective:  Financing the International Expansion of Polish Companies – Marek Buczak, Director, PFR TFI S.A. in conversation with Artur Marszałkiewicz, Partner, CRIDO Corporate Finance

13:20–13:35 | Entrepreneur’s Perspective:  Investing in the Age of AI: How to Turn Technological Potential into Value Growth – Tomasz Mrozowski, Investment Partner, MCI Capital

13:40–14:40 | Lunch 

14:45–15:00 | Entrepreneur’s Perspective: Acquisitions in the Technology Industry – Practical Insights – Jakub Moczulski, Investment Director, Wirtualna Polska Group in conversation with Karol Kicun, Partner, CRIDO Law Firm, Head of M&A Legal

15:05–15:20 | Entrepreneur’s Perspective:  Cross-Border Acquisitions in Practice: M&A in the USA and Canada – Sebastian Szymański, Chief Operating Officer, Ster Group in conversation with Krzysztof Mazur, CEO, RPPG

15:25–15:40 | Entrepreneur’s Perspective:  M&A in Practice – Transactional Challenges – Paweł Smoleń, General Manager Poland, KIWA Group in conversation with Mateusz Baran, Partner, CRIDO Law Firm, Head of Corporate

15:45–16:45 | Panel 2 – Growth Pathways and Investment Outlook for Europe – Moderator: Karol Kicun, Partner, CRIDO Law Firm, Head of M&A Legal

Panel participants:

• Andrew Gillen, Senior Partner, Travers Smith LLP
• Moritz Winkler, Foreign Attorney, Yulchon LLC
• Benedikt Vogt, LL.B., Partner, Noerr
• Paolo Consales, Partner, Pirola Pennuto Zei & Associati

16:50–18:30 | Networking & Wine Reception

16:50–17:20 | Q&A session on current geopolitical issues with Gen. Rajmund Andrzejczak, Chief of the General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces (2018–2023)

 

The event will be translated into Polish and English.

Don’t miss the chance to be part of one of the key M&A events that combines knowledge, experience, and inspiration for your company’s international growth.

Seats are limited – secure your place and register today!

We look forward to seeing you at the VII CRIDO M&A Forum!

The CRIDO Team