April 24-25, 2025
Speakers
Speakers
Sven Marušić
Global Client Director, Orange Pill
Sven has had a long career in the IT industry. Started back in the nineties at Microsoft, his last two decades were an interesting blend of corporate and entrepreneurial experiences. Having made two exits, one with his own business consulting company InfoCumulus, and another one as managing partner in Five, a leading digital agency. After his final corporate chapter, being a Senior VP of Delivery at Endava, he’s back in entrepreneurial role. Sven is a cofounder at Orange Pill, enabling seamless payment experiences in conversational channels.
Davor Aničić
CEO & Co-founder, Velebit AI
Davor is a seasoned business leader with a product management background leading a tiny, efficient and very experienced team of Velebit AI that implements B2B solutions and delivers AI services for online marketplaces, publishing, e-commerce, gaming, biotech and many other industries.
Ioannis Zempekakis
Data Science and AI Director,
Prosus Group
Known to the Automation Summit community for his passionate stage delivery, Ioannis is also passionate about leveraging AI to solve complex problems. He leads the development of the first Gen-AI team member. In 2021, Ioannis, in collaboration with Serena Westra, published the paper ”AI-by-Design”. They combine AI/ML with Design Thinking to create a 6-step approach for human-centric AI Innovation. He has a rich academic background with over 12 years of experience in data science and holds degrees from AuTh, Essex, and Tilburg University.
Goran Blažun
Head of Business Sales Support,
Hrvatski Telekom
Goran, a leader rooted in Croatia, is the Head of Business Sales Support at Hrvatski Telekom. With a rich career journey through Hrvatski Telekom, T-Mobile, and TEI, Goran has become a trusted expert in building strategic solutions that fuel business growth. His deep understanding of sales support and innovation makes him a visionary voice in the ever-evolving digital landscape.
Caspar Jans
Process Management Director, Celonis
Caspar is a powerhouse of energy and expertise, with a career spanning BPM, Business Transformation, Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, and IT. But what sets Casper apart is his unique ability to connect human performance with process improvement. A firm believer in collaboration over reinvention, he masterfully blends strategic thinking with a people-first approach.
Francesca Curzi
Associate VP, HCL
A force in global technology leadership, Francesca stands at the intersection of innovation and strategy. With deep expertise in AI, Automation, DevOps, and Mainframe solutions, she has redefined how businesses harness technology to drive transformation. Her ability to combine visionary thinking with hands-on execution empowers organizations to streamline processes, enhance operational excellence, and unlock untapped potential. Francesca’s relentless pursuit of progress and her commitment to shaping the future make her an unmissable voice in the world of technology.
Frane Borozan
Co-founder and President, SysKit
Frane has spent over a decade redefining server-based computing, carving a path for practical innovation in IT systems. As co-founder of SysKit, he has mastered the art of turning complex challenges into streamlined solutions, specializing in monitoring, alerting, and reporting on Microsoft and Citrix environments. A product visionary and a thought leader in his field, Frane brings a wealth of knowledge, paired with a passion for solving real-world problems. His unique approach to technology continues to inspire and set new standards in system management.
Dejan Tornjanski
CEO & Co-founder, Humble Hunters
As the CEO and Co-Founder of Humble Hunters, a recruitment & staffing agency specializing in hiring foreign workers for various industries, Dejan leverages his extensive experience and skills in business development, digital marketing, management strategy, customer success, and process improvement to grow and scale our business. Having managed Humble Hunters since March 2021, Dejan scaled the company to 10m EUR in revenue in less than 3 years.
Before launching Humble Hunters, Dejan worked as a Product Manager at Rimac Automobili, a leading company in the hyper-electric vehicle sector, where I was responsible for defining and delivering the vision and strategy of the connected car platform and ecosystem. I worked with various engineering, UX, aftersales, and business stakeholders to deliver specific business value and ensure customer satisfaction.
Dušan Špajzar
CEO, Soluma
Dušan Špajzar is the CEO of SOLUMA, a leading company in the field of Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) in the region. With expertise in robotic process automation, Dušan Špajzar has been at the forefront of driving innovation and efficiency in document management solutions for more than 20 years.
Dušan Špajzar shares valuable insights on leveraging cutting-edge technologies to streamline business processes and enhance productivity. Under Dušan Špajzar’s leadership, SOLUMA continues to set new standards in the automation landscape in Knowledge Work Automation and Robot Process Automation.
Radovan Simić
Director, Data & Digital,
Bayer CropScience
Radovan is a thought leader for digital transformation. Since 2017, he pioneered intelligent automation at Bayer and ever since established operating models and rolled out AI-based technology to drive business outcomes. He brings practical expertise on leveraging known methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma in combination with AI to deliver value in corporate organisations. Radovan is a part time lecturer at the University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) and a real black belt in Karate.
Boris Vujičić
Managing Partner & Founder,
Black Pine Executive Consulting
Boris is a consultant and entrepreneur with an international career in financial services, spanning over three decades. He is the founder of Black Pine Executive Consulting, a management consulting and data analytics company with offices in Belgrade, Dubai and Monaco. Boris was the co-founder of Trizma, now part of M Plus Group and an active investor in several startups such as Grainz, AllSecure, FinServLab and easytovisa. After studying computer science at the Belgrade University, Boris graduated auditing and accounting from the Malta Institute of Accountants and obtained and MBA from the Heriot-Watt University in Scotland. He is the co-founder and President of Foundation Dobar Glas, which helps careers of young classical musicians. He supports the responsible adoption of AI but still prefers Human Intelligence.
Hrvoje Bušić
CEO & Co-founder, Old Pilot’s
Hrvoje Bušić was born in 1976 in Zagreb. After graduating from the First Gymnasium in Zagreb, he enrolled at the Faculty of Transport and Traffic Sciences in 1995, specializing in military aviation. He graduated in 2000 from the Military Academy in Zadar and furthered his education at the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Zadar, obtaining a qualification as a flight instructor in the Croatian Air Force. He continued his career at Croatia Airlines, where he worked as a captain, flight instructor, and examiner for the Civil Aviation Agency.In addition to his aviation career, in 2017, he co-founded Duh u boci d.o.o. with a friend, a company specializing in the production of strong alcoholic beverages. Their products have won prestigious global awards, and the Old Pilot’s brand has become a recognized name in the industry.He currently works as a freelance flight instructor and is the co-owner and director of Duh u boci d.o.o., the company behind the Old Pilot’s brand.
Darko Jovišić
CEO & Co-founder, Robotiq.ai
For the last 15 years Darko has been consulting clients and implementing IT solutions. He is CEO and co-founder of Robotiq.ai, a product company from Croatia, focused on developing cutting-edge automation platform. He worked in multiple roles from development, sales and consulting. He was a partner in InfoCumulus where he was practice leader for Microsoft Dynamics CRM. Before InfoCumulus he worked in Microsoft in different roles, from developer evangelism to enterprise pre-sales.
Bruno Ðuderija
Process Improvement Specialist,
OTP Bank Croatia
Bruno Ðuderija has an academic background in the field of Financial Management and began his career as a retailer in a bank branch, where he gained a solid understanding of business processes and customer needs from ‘first hand’ experience. Over some time, his passion for process optimization and willingness to learn led him to specialize in the field of Lean management and process optimization. Today, as a Process improvement specialist in OTP Bank Croatia, Bruno focuses daily on using various Lean methodology tools for optimizing and transforming processes, meanwhile contributing to increased operational efficiency. He continuously develops his own skills and knowledge through education and different conferences, while applying newly acquired knowledge in everyday work with internal clients and creating solutions for the organization’s long-term growth.
Adorján Bortnyák
Regional Managing Director,
Geomant
Adorján joined Geomant in 2003 as country manager for Hungary. Later he managed the Professional Services team, currently he is the regional director for Central-Eastern Europe and Middle-East. Adorján is a contact center veteran, and helped large enterprise customers such as Vodafone, Unicredit, Generali Group. He started his career at Accenture and was involved in the reorganization of Hungarocamion after its privatization. From 2002-2004 he was Director of Professional Services for Avaya’s Eastern Europe and Middle East region.
Tin Popović
AI Systems Architect,
Bulb
Tin Popović is an AI Systems Architect at Bulb Technologies, specializing in the development and research of Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and Large Language Model-based systems. With a Master’s degree in Data Science from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing (FER) in Zagreb, Tin combines expertise in traditional machine learning and deep learning with hands-on experience across different domains.
His recent focus has been on applying RAG frameworks in the tourism sector — building intelligent AI systems that enhance user experiences through personalized recommendations powered by large language models. Tin’s work bridges the gap between research and real-world applications, contributing to the next generation of conversational AI tools.
Maciej Czerwinski
Senior Director CRM Workflow,
ServiceNow
Maciej is an international sales leader passionate about making the world work better for people. With deep expertise in AI-driven automation, he helps organizations streamline workflows, enhance customer experience (CX), and scale smarter with CRM automation—blending cutting-edge technology with human empathy to drive meaningful connections and efficiency.
Mita Stojić
Executive Manager & Co-owner,
TIAC
Mita Stojić is a seasoned management and IT expert with over 20 years of experience in software engineering. Beginning his career as a software engineer, Mita has held a variety of roles across the software industry, ultimately transitioning into management positions early in his career.
Currently, Mita serves as the Executive Manager and co-owner of TIAC, where he leads the company’s operations. His primary focus is to deliver exceptional software product experiences for clients while fostering a work environment that motivates, respects, and empowers employees throughout the journey. With a deep commitment to both innovation and people-centric leadership, Mita is passionate about driving TIAC’s continued growth and success in creating cutting-edge solutions for highly-regulated industries.
Kim Galant
Head of Professional Services,
APAC, Workato
Kim Galant has been looking after enterprise customers engaged in business transformation using digital platforms for the last 20+ years. Across a career spanning EMEA and APAC and companies such as Salesforce, Johnson & Johnson & IBM in professional services, customer success, and large-scale digital initiatives, he excels at bridging the gap between strategy and execution. Kim has a keen ability to navigate the complexities of AI deployment, helping organizations unify fragmented systems and maximize the potential of intelligent automation. A firm believer in collaboration and innovation, he brings an outcome-focused approach to solving enterprise challenges, ensuring that technology drives real, measurable impact – that works for people and delivers transformative change.
Udo Blank
Technical Advisor DACH,
HCL Software
Udo is a Technical Advisor (Presales) for AI, Automation, and DevOps, having joined HCL Software over four years ago.
With extensive expertise in Agile Project Management, Application Delivery, and Quality Management – gained during his previous roles at Compuware and HP/Micro Focus — he is passionate about inspiring people and customers with the powerful capabilities of HCL Automation Orchestration, enhanced by cutting-edge AI technologies.
Stefano Luparia
F1 New Car Concept & DMU Specialist,
Scuderia Ferrari HP
Stefano Luparia is a seasoned engineer with over a decade of experience in the technical direction of Scuderia Ferrari HP , where he contributes to the design of current and future Formula 1 cars. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master’s Degree in Vehicle Engineering, complemented by a Global MBA.
Currently specializing in New Car Concept within the Chassis Project Engineering area — under the leadership of Technical Director Loic Serra — Mr. Luparia focuses on the vehicle setup and advanced design of next-generation F1 vehicles. His expertise includes coordinating cross-functional design teams, 3D CAD modeling, digital mock-ups, and vehicle assembly simulations. He also manages the knowledge base for chassis development and spearheads innovative design methodologies. Beyond his core responsibilities, Mr. Luparia has supported track activity planning and data management, internal software initiatives, and exploratory work in virtual/augmented reality and artificial intelligence, reflecting his passion for pushing motorsport technology to new frontiers.
Marko Pavičić
CEO, Sneeyeg
Marko Pavičić is an entrepreneur and technology thought leader with over a decade of experience in the Telecommunication and Technology sectors working with Tier 1 customers across the globe. As the Founder and CEO of Sneeyeg, he leads a team specialising in transforming Lead-to-Cash-to-Service processes using cutting-edge ServiceNow technology. Their focus is on streamlining business operations and enhancing customer and employee experiences. Marko and the extended Sneeyeg team’s expertise lies in optimising complex processes that drive revenue, improve customer service, and boost efficiency across industries.
Miljenko Vuković
Founder & Data Engineer,
VIS
Miljenko Vuković is founder of VIS, a company specialized in Business Intelligence, Data Engineering and Robotic Process Automation. He graduated from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. He also holds a graduate degree in Economics, field of IT Management.
His whole career he worked in the domain of Business Intelligence, database development, and in recent years, Robotic Process Automation.
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