Join us for the premier annual gathering of controllers and finance professionals in the region. This year’s theme, “Modernizing Controlling,” addresses the core challenges of contemporary business: bridging the gap between strategic goals and execution in a world shaped by AI, agility, and constant disruption.
The 21st Adriatic Controlling Conference Has Successfully Concluded!
This year’s flagship regional finance event delivered exceptional insights into the future of the profession, where tradition meets agility and AI. Whether you missed the live event or simply want to relive the great atmosphere, we invite you to explore the key takeaways, real-world case studies, and our extensive photo gallery. Click here to discover how to transform into a strategic orchestrator of the future!
Date & Venue
- Date: May 26, 2026
- Location: Hotel Four Points by Sheraton Ljubljana Mons, Ljubljana
- Organizers: CRMT & School of Controlling
- Registration: Early Bird rates are currently available on the official website.
Why Attend? Key Program Highlights:
The agenda is specifically curated to address the most pressing challenges in modern business:
- Agile Leadership & Iterative Steering: Discover how an agile mindset turns controllers into proactive navigators providing real-time insights instead of static reports.
- Strategic Compliance in the Age of AI: Learn how controlling helps identify organizational blind spots during AI implementation and shorter strategic cycles.
- Productivity in the EU Economy: A high-level roundtable discussion on what controllers can do to address the key challenges of the European economy.
- From Services to Products: A practical case study on how timely controlling supports managerial decisions during the transition to AI-driven products and company scaling.
Agenda in Progress – Confirmed Speakers:
Our program committee is finalizing the last few slots, but the core pillars of the conference are already set:
- Christian Brumm (Zalando SE) & Pia Burkarth (Veridos Mexico): Opening keynote on driving future-ready controlling through agile leadership.
- Aleš Štempihar: On the controller’s role as an indispensable navigator of strategic compliance.
- Eva Esih (PsyBit): Insights into managerial decision-making, psychology in leadership, and the shift to AI products.
- Dejan Kovačič (Peruna d.o.o.): An exclusive interview with the finalist for Young Manager of the Year 2025.
We look forward to seeing you in Ljubljana on May 26!