Welcome to AI Summit
Sarajevo 2025 —
Kiss The Future
Proudly organized by Blum Institut with the theme "The End of Hype. The Start of Impact." This comprehensive two-day event represents the most ambitious AI conference in southeastern Europe, bringing together 40+ leading experts from over 25 international companies including Microsoft, IBM, Google DeepMind, OpenAI, Fujitsu, Samsung, and other technology pioneers.
Two days of insights spread across three venues (and some new ones, too), Kiss the Future EXPO, uniting over 1,500 curious minds and 80+ leading voices in the heart of Sarajevo.
We’re dialing up the innovation, the B2B opportunities, and the impact for our most ambitious event yet.
We can’t wait to share this next chapter with you.
The AI Summit extends across multiple specialized venues in Sarajevo, offering a comprehensive educational experience:
Main Stage - National Theatre Sarajevo
Premium keynotes and panel discussions featuring C-suite executives from global technology leaders including Microsoft, IBM, Google DeepMind, Fujitsu, and others in the prestigious National Theatre setting.
Engineering Stage - Youth Theatre Sarajevo
10+ technical workshops designed for engineers, team leaders, CTOs, and technical professionals seeking deep AI implementation knowledge and hands-on experience.
Applied AI in Business Stage - Chamber Theatre 55 Sarajevo
Practical AI applications in business contexts, covering video and photo production, marketing optimization, media applications, and customer support solutions.
VIP Gala Evening & Networking
Exclusive evening events for VIP ticket holders, providing premium networking opportunities with industry leaders and investors.
Attending speakers
Click on the speaker image to see their short biography and panel info.
Dr. Valeria Sadovykh
Data and AI Senior Specialist, Microsoft
Eve Psalti
Senior Director, Microsoft’s AI Engineering Organization
Sean Gourley
Founder of Primer.ai
Andreas Horn
Head of AIOps, IBM
Eldar Kurtić
Principal Research Scientist, Red Hat
Mike Feerick
CEO & Founder of Alison
Sahar Tahvili
Head of Verification & Validation at Einride
Manuela Kasper - Claridge
Editor-in-Chief, Deutsche Welle
Dr. Valeria Sadovykh
Data and AI Senior Specialist, Microsoft
About speaker ⎯ Dr. Valeria Sadovykh is a distinguished AI strategist, academic, and international speaker, currently serving as a Data and AI Senior Specialist at Microsoft Germany. With over 15 years of global experience spanning consulting, academia, and the technology sector, she specializes in agentic AI, generative AI, intelligent automation, and the societal impact of emerging technologies. Dr. Sadovykh began her career at PwC, where she held key roles across New Zealand, Singapore, and the United States. There, she applied academic methodologies to solve complex business challenges and drive digital transformation at scale. At Microsoft, she leads enterprise AI engagements, helping organizations translate strategic ideas into scalable, impactful solutions. In parallel with her industry work, she is a lecturer at CBS International Business School in Cologne, Germany, actively contributing to global conversations on ethical AI, governance, and innovation. Dr. Sadovykh holds a PhD in Information Systems from the University of Auckland. Her doctoral research explored decision-making behavior in online social networks, particularly within health and finance domains. This work laid the foundation for her ongoing focus on responsible AI, with a strong emphasis on fairness, transparency, and accountability. Her contributions have earned her notable recognition, including the EB1A award for individuals with extraordinary ability from the U.S. Government and inclusion in the University of Auckland’s prestigious 40 Under 40 list in the Disruptors and Innovators category.
Panel topic ⎯ AI Agents - Should Your Next Employee Be an AI Agent?
Attending ⎯ Not specified
Main Stage - National Theatre Sarajevo
The central event takes place on the main stage of the National Theatre, featuring high-level discussions, keynote presentations, and expert panels that will shape the future of AI implementation across industries. Our carefully curated program brings together thought leaders from IBM, Samsung, Fujitsu, DeepMind, and other global technology pioneers.
The main stage program is designed to provide actionable insights for business leaders, technologists, and decision-makers looking to navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Each session combines theoretical knowledge with practical implementation strategies, ensuring attendees leave with concrete next steps for their organizations.
Day 1: Building AI-Driven Organizations
Building AI-Driven Organizations focuses on the fundamental transformation of how businesses operate, make decisions, and structure their workforce in the age of AI. From enterprise implementation strategies to workforce evolution, attendees will learn from IBM, Fujitsu, and other industry pioneers about moving from AI experimentation to scaled deployment.
Day 2: Two Sides of the Story - How AI Both Disrupts and Heals
Two Sides of the Story - How AI Both Disrupts and Heals showcases AI's real-world impact across critical sectors including media, healthcare, finance, and government. Featuring keynotes from Microsoft, Google DeepMind, Cloudflare, and Red Hat, this day demonstrates how AI simultaneously challenges traditional industry models while providing solutions to humanity's most pressing problems.
Engineering Stage - Youth Theatre Sarajevo
Venue Details:
• 250 audience seats available
• 1 minute walk from Main Stage (National Theatre)
• Technical focus for engineers, CTOs, and development teams
• Hands-on workshops and practical AI implementation
The Engineering Stage provides new, concrete knowledge for technical audiences - engineers, team leaders, CTOs, and everyone who wants to understand and apply AI in practice. Away from the main stage, this venue offers two days of intensive work, practical sessions, and direct adaptation of AI tools and solutions in real-world business and technical contexts.
DAY ONE: From Experimental to Production-Ready AI Systems
Theme: Production-Ready AI Implementation
Day 1 addresses the critical transition most engineers face when moving from experimental AI projects to production systems. While AI and LLMs generate significant excitement, most current efforts remain in experimental, research, or POC phases where engineers tend to neglect non-functional requirements, focusing solely on possibilities. Once solutions are validated, teams inevitably face optimization phases and additional requirements like specific hosting environments.
DAY TWO: AI Integration Across the Software Development Lifecycle
Theme: AI-Enhanced Development and Testing
Day 2 focuses on integrating AI throughout the software development lifecycle, addressing quality assurance, security, and advanced AI concepts. The past period has seen increased AI/ML usage across all SDLC aspects, with QA being particularly critical for software product delivery. AI-based tools now provide real-time quality monitoring during development while helping identify use cases faster and broader, allowing teams to focus on creative problem-solving.
Applied AI in Business stage - Chamber Theatre 55 Sarajevo
Venue Details:
• Theater setting for hands-on business applications
• Focus on practical AI implementation in business contexts
• Interactive workshops and live demonstrations
• Designed for business professionals, marketers, and entrepreneurs
Applied AI in Business Stage is designed for companies from various industries, focusing on concrete examples of AI application and integration in everyday business operations. From AI-powered video and audio production to marketing, media applications, and customer support, this stage offers practical insights and tools for companies looking to stay competitive in the AI era. The venue provides an intimate festival atmosphere while contributing to the unique experience of this AI Summit location.
DAY ONE: Practical AI Implementation for Business Operations
Theme: From Theory to Practice - AI Tools for Business Growth
Day 1 focuses on hands-on demonstrations and practical workshops covering AI applications across different business functions. From creative content production to e-commerce optimization, participants experience direct implementation of AI tools that can immediately impact business operations and productivity.
DAY TWO: AI in Action - Live Implementation and Democratic Innovation
Theme: Real-Time AI Development and Societal Impact
Day 2 shifts focus to live demonstrations of AI application development and explores AI's broader societal implications. From real-time coding demonstrations to discussions about AI's role in democratic processes, this day bridges technical implementation with social responsibility.
Supporting Activities
Supporting Activities – A Unique Experience for Participants
We’ve designed the AI Summit Sarajevo 2025 to offer more than just
sessions. No matter where you turn, it’s an experience in itself!
Networking Zones
Opportunities to connect with industry leaders
Demo Stations and Exhibition Space
Interactive presentations of innovative solutions by leading companies and Summit’s partners.
Afterparty
Exclusive opportunities for networking in a relaxed atmosphere.
Networking Zones
Opportunities to connect with industry leaders.
Demo Stations and Exhibition Space
Interactive presentations of innovative solutions by leading companies and Summit’s partners.
Afterparty
Exclusive opportunities for networking in a relaxed atmosphere.
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