Keynotes
Prof. M.A. Dagmar CAGÁŇOVÁ, PhD. acts as full prof. in Economics and Management of Enterprise and at present as Vice-Rector for Internationalisation at Newton University in Prague. At the same time, prof. Cagáňová is a General Chairwoman of Summit Smart City 360°/Summit Smart Life and the Co-founder of the European Alliance for Innovation in Slovakia and the Advisory Board Representative of the ECEG's ChemSkills/Blueprint project. She is an International Advisory Council Member of Danubius University, Management Committee Member of E-COST (European Collaboration in Science and Technology), the Executive Committee Member in Danubius Academic Consortium (Academic Network for Integral Innovation), as well as a Member of iATDi (International Association for Technological Development and Innovations), Vice-chairwoman of Cultural and Educational Grant Agency (Committee 3), Member of Accreditation Committee of the Ministry of Education, Science, Research and Sport of the Slovak Republic.
Prof. M.A. Dagmar Cagáňová, PhD.
Vice-Chancellor for Internationalization, NEWTON University Czechia
Professional focus on R&D green projects and technologies and deployments these technologies into the industry, working for Schneider Electric and The Faculty of Mining, Ecology, Process Control and Geotechnologies of the Technical University of Kosice in deep cooperation for open new clean energy possibilities for future, focus on decarbonization projects, green energy, digitalization with complex approach allow to provide state of the art solution with simulation - Conceptual Design, Behavioral Digital Twin providing insight and knowledge, Process Simulation, 3D Model, Asset Information Management, Engineering – FEED, Data-centric collaborative engineering platform, Engineering / E&I & P&IDs, Design - Detailed Design, 3D visualization and delivery with project management - Execution Support, Virtual Plant Model included with project handover based on the best in class technology.
Ing. Karol Horanský, PhD.
CEO e-fusion, Institute Director, Technical University of Kosice, Slovakia
Director of Geoscience Institute of the Faculty BERG at the Technical University of Kosice, Slovakia. Project leader of renewable energy project in the Kosice geothermal valley. Experienced in geological exploration of deep geological structures like a geothermal and gas sources. Chairman of the Slovak Association of Geologists, member of World Mining congress committee.
Prof. Ing. Stanislav Jacko, PhD.
Director of Geoscience Institute of the Faculty BERG at the Technical University of Kosice, Slovakia
Dr. h. c. prof. MSc. Michal CEHLÁR, PhD. acts as Dean of the Faculty of Mining, Ecology, Process Control and Geotechnologies, Technical University of Košice, professor of the Management of Processes of Acquisition and Processing of Raw Materials, expert on Valuation of Mineral Deposits, chairman of the Slovak Board of Mining Chamber SBK uniting the mining industry of the Slovak Republic, president of the Association of Waste Industry SR ZOP, member of High Level Steering Group EIP on Raw Materials European Commission, chairman of the Supervisory Board of the Association of Industrial Unions and Transport APZD.
Dr. h. c. prof. MSc. Michal Cehlár, PhD.
President, Union of Waste Industry, Chairman of the Board
Slovak Mining Chamber, Technical University of Kosice, Slovakia
Prof. Miko Ching-Ying YU received her Ph.D. in Economics from Kyoto University and Ph.D. in Management from Yuan Ze University. During her career, she has held several significant positions. In 2013, she worked as a Technical Researcher at CREST, the Strategic Innovation Program of the Japan Science and Technology Agency. Additionally, she served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Economics Department of Kyoto University, focusing her research on smart grids. In 2011, she held a position as a Special Visiting Researcher at the National University of Singapore. With her prior experience of founding a company in Australia and Japan in 2011, she seamlessly blends her practical expertise with academic pursuits. Currently, she holds a professorship at Yuan Ze University in Taiwan, where she passionately engages in teaching and research endeavors.
Prof. Miko Ching-Ying YU
2025 SmartZero City General Chair (EAI)
Deputy Director, GAO & Section Head, Overseas and Mainland Chinese Students Affairs
Professor, International Business
College of Management, Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
A trailblazing businesswoman, sustainability advocate, and community leader, I integrate academia, business, and policy to drive innovation. With over 30 years in the agro-food industry, I have pioneered sustainable solutions, transforming African agricultural raw materials for UK/EU markets, advancing net-zero food systems, and leading green energy projects such as hydrogen and biogas production. Recognized globally, I have won prestigious awards, including Africa's Top Most Talented Entrepreneurs and Global Women Inventors & Innovators. My expertise spans international trade, fair trade policies, and economic empowerment, supporting SMEs and women-led businesses in global markets. Through my UK Food Innovation School, I mentor entrepreneurs, bridging indigenous knowledge with modern science. A champion for education, I collaborate with universities, shaping research in nutrition, regenerative agriculture, and future skills development. My advocacy fosters social cohesion, sustainability, and economic growth, ensuring inclusive prosperity through innovation and entrepreneurship.
Perez Ochieng, MSc.
CEO and Director for Innovation
Sacoma Health Food
Adding to his vast international experience, Dr. Steve O. Michael has been appointed Rector and CEO of Danubius University (DU), Romania where he has been the Vice President of the University's Board of Trustees since 2015. Prior to this appointment, Dr. Michael was the Executive
Vice President of Academic Affairs and Provost at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU), a California- based private, non-profit, medical and health sciences university in partnership with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). During his 7-year tenure under the
Carlisle Administration, Dr. Michael was instrumental in leading Charles R. Drew University through visionary strategic planning that resulted in an unprecedented campus growth, academic program expansion, full program and institutional accreditation, financial stability, curricular transformation, effective shared governance, restoration of Graduate Medical Education (GME), foundational plans for an additional medical education program, and astounding national rankings and recognition, to mention but a few.
Prof. Steve O. Michael, PhD.
Rector & CEO Danubius International University of Galati
Dr. Al Damrawy is a global leader leveraging technology, sustainability, and education to build a smarter, greener future. With 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, he has held key leadership roles at the EU and World Bank, spearheading transformative projects across Europe, Africa, MENA, and Southeast Asia. His work has empowered communities, strengthened governments, and forged innovative pathways for sustainable development. As CEO of Alternative Mobility-Germany, Dr. DAMRAWY drives advancements in EV and green technologies, setting benchmarks in smart mobility and fostering North-South collaboration. His efforts reflect a deep commitment to knowledge sharing, sustainable entrepreneurship, and green innovation. Fluent in German, English, and Arabic, he bridges cultural divides to create inclusive, people- centered cities. Armed with a Ph.D. in International Relations and expertise in economic management, Dr. DAMRAWY shapes sustainable urban environments with a steadfast focus on innovation and human well-being.
Dr. Al Damrawy
CEO & Co-Founder
Alternative Mobility-Germany
Ing. Martin Jančo founded and manages M2M Solutions, a Slovak technology company specializing in supply chain management, logistics, and manufacturing processes. Currently, he primarily focuses on new product development and innovation in the fields of mobility and manufacturing. Additionally, he is actively engaged in various activities aimed at addressing R&D challenges. In recognition of his significant contributions to building the smart industry ecosystem, particularly in the smart mobility and space sectors, he was awarded in 2021 in the category of Science and Technology Personality. In 2024, he received the title Innovator of the Year 2024.