The DEI4SME Hackathon II is coming to an end. We would be honored to have you join us for this exciting occasion! For the online participation please register via following link: https://forms.office.com/e/WA6SnTH0s1
On behalf of all DEI4SME hackathon II organizing team, we would like to invite you to the DEI4SME Hackathon II Grand Finale, a special event celebrating innovation, diversity, and inclusion. The event will take place on March 28, 2025, 10:30-16:15 (EET) both online and in Kaunas, Lithuania, Studentų st. 48, University Campus Library.
This inspiring gathering will bring together industry leaders, academics, and students to discuss DEI best practices, present innovative solutions, and recognize outstanding achievements in the hackathon.
Event Highlights
1) Keynote Talks
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“Run Like a Girl: Breaking Stereotypes for Men and Women” – will explore how gender stereotypes shape societal expectations, challenge traditional norms, and empower individuals to embrace their full potential beyond outdated biases.Speaker: Ms. Evelina Nevardauskaitė Rudzikienė – Doctor, Specialist in Endobiogenics
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“Kickstarting Your Career: You Are OK Already” – will offer practical insights on building confidence, leveraging your strengths, and navigating career growth with a positive mindset.
Speaker: Ms. Giedrė Vaitiekūnaitė – Urbanovič – CEO at HR Hint Online, Partner at OVC Consulting
2) Panel Discussion: “DEI Best Practices: Success Stories & Key Lessons Learned”
- Moderator: Dr. Gerda Žigienė – Professor of Finance & Sustainability, Sustainability Strategist, LAVA Board Member
- Ms. Julija Markeliūnė – DEI Lead at Telia Lithuania
- Mr. Arvydas Makselis – Vice President at Moody’s Corporation, Board Member at Lithuanian Diversity Charter
- Mr. Karl Daniel Klee – CEO of EDUNAUK, Expert at IHK-Projektgesellschaft Ostbrandenburg (Germany)
- Dr. Emil Velinov – Associate Professor at DHBW Villingen-Schwenningen (Germany), Newton University (Czech Republic)
3) 12 Student Teams Present Innovative Solutions to Challenges, showcasing Education and business collaboration.
The winners will be announced by Ms. Agila Barzdienė – Vice-Minister of Economy and Innovation of the Republic of Lithuania, Dr. Kęstutis Duoba – Dean of the School of Economics and Business, Kaunas University of Technology and other stakeholders.
