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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

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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

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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

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Get your
ticketS NOW

 

Two days of Empowerment, Networking and Inspiration
for € 49 only


All attendees up to the age of 25 receive free admission!

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