INTERNATIONAL CORNER
The BFC FUTURE EXPO is built on a strong belief: the future needs bold ideas, with women playing a key role in shaping what comes next. After 25 years of dedicated work in advancing women, we know how essential access to high-quality, relevant knowledge and strong networks truly is.
This is exactly where the BFC FUTURE EXPO comes in. We create opportunities to connect, grow, and expand perspectives for future optimists — encouraging curiosity, building confidence, and inspiring new paths forward.
With a innovative mix of formats and experiences, the event offers real value for everyone involved. This unique experience is designed especially for women and for all who want to shape a positive future together.
New at BFC FUTURE EXPO 2026:
The International Corner
We believe that the Area Süd grows stronger through international exchange and diverse perspectives. That’s why we are collaborating with leading international institutions in Carinthia to create a unique program for the international community.
Be part of it — connect with inspiring people, share your expertise and your vision for the future, and join us.
Think bigger. Act together.
international keynotes
involved organiza-tions
Carinthian international center
carinthian university of applied sciences
carinthian welcome center
International school carinthia
invest in klagenfurt
TEDx Klagenfurt
the bridge
university of klagenfurt
international corner: PROGRAM
THURSDAY, may 7
10:00 - 13:00
10:00
Building the Architecture of Belonging
in Carinthia: Welcome & Meet your Hosts
10:30
My Story: How I Made it in Carinthia
10:00
11:00
Welcome to Carinthia:
Partner Network for Newcomers
12:00
WE LIVE
Arriving, Belonging, Thriving:
Shaping a New Life Across Borders
Ines Schreiner, International School Carinthia
12:30
afterwards panel discussion
13:00
Break
THURSDAY, may 7
13:30 - 17:30
13:30
WE LEAD
Leading Forward:
Redefining Power, Purpose and Leadership
Verena Kugi
14:00
afterwards panel discussion
14:30 - 15:30
Break - Second Hand Fashion Show powered by SBK on the Main Stage
15:30 - 16:30
Mapping Leadership in Motion: Where You Stand, How You Connect
University of Klagenfurt
16:30 - 17:30
Ideas Change People. People Change Systems.
TEDx Klagenfurt
friDAY, may 8
10:00 - 13:00
10:00
Live Podcast Session
A Beginner’s Guide for Internationals in Carinthia
Sophia Moncaleano und Claudia Garcia Verdecia, Podcast "Between Classes", CUAS
11:00
Spice It Up: Sounds, Stories & Talent
11:30
Interview with a former Olympic Athlete:
From Olympic Tracks to Winning Teams -
What Carinthian companies can learn from
elite sport about international talent.
Alexandra Truppe, CIC & Lisa Habenicht, AAU
12:00
WE GROW
Relationships as Strategy:
Why Relational Intelligence is a Strategic Imperative
Eithne Knappitsch, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences
12:30
afterwards panel discussion
13:00
Break
FRIDAY, may 8
13:30 - 17:30
13:30
WE BUILD
Building What’s Next:
From Bold Ideas to Impactful Ventures
Natascha Zmerzlikar, Invest in Klagenfurt
14:00
Panel discussion: Building across borders –
how international founders shape the future
Incl. international founder insights of
Janine Wienhold, Lara Sioli & Bart van den Doel
14:30 - 15:30
15:30
16:00
Break - Invest in Startups!
powered by KWF on the Main Stage
WE BUILD: Carinthia & Klagenfurt – Your perfect business locations
Incl. international founder experiences with
Ezgi Koruyan, Gerd Stelzl, Ana Karen Leon Miranda & Amir Kabirmanesh
WE BUILD: Speed Networking – build up your business network
16:30
WE STAY: Finding your community in Carinthia
Incl. stories of internationals in Carinthia with
Anna Pravdina-Lototska, Vesna Hodnik & Merna Tohfa
17:00
Global Expats Wall - Why I build my future in Carinthia
