InterConnect B2B SME Matchmaking Conference 2024
Unique networking and new business opportunities for the Manufacturing Industry!
PREMIUM SPONSORS
BELGRADE | APRIL 28th-29th | 2026
The leading B2B event in Eastern Europe! Bringing international buyers together with Western Balkan’s internationally active industrial leaders.
Four years history. Proven results.
Metal | Plastics | Machinery | Rubber | Electronics | Services & Supply
BELGRADE | APRIL 28th-29th | 2026
The leading B2B event in Eastern Europe! Bringing international buyers together with Western Balkan’s internationally active industrial leaders.
Four years history. Proven results.
Metal | Plastics | Machinery | Rubber | Electronics | Services & Supply
ORGANISERS
CONSULTING PARTNER
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COMMODITY
SECTOR FOCUS:
- Metal Processing
- Plastics
- Rubber
- Industrial & Machinery
(Equipment, Machines & Tools) - Electronics
FORMAT:
Day 1 – B2B Matchmaking in Belgrade
The first day features engaging introductory sessions and organized B2B meetings, enabling direct
interaction between producers and international buyers, as well as an assessment of potential for future cooperation.
09:00 – 09:30 REGISTRATION / WELCOME COFFEE Participant arrival, registration, and informal networking to set the stage for the day
09:30 – 09:45 OPENING SESSION Welcome address and a brief introduction to what participants can expect from the day
09:45 – 10:30 KEYNOTE 1
How to do Business with a Global Tier 1 Supplier in Automotive with the example
of Kirchhoff Automotive
Klaus Lawory, Vice President Procurement, Kirchhoff Automotive
Topics
- Kirchhoff Automotive: Company overview and strategic positioning
- Strategic context of nearshoring and its relevance for supplier partnerships
- What it takes to become a supplier for Kirchhoff Automotive and Tier 1 automotive companies
Q&A Session
10:30 – 11:00 PRESENTATION
Radoš Gazdić, Acting Director, Development Agency of Serbia
Topics
- Serbia as a sourcing destination: framework conditions and competitive advantages
- Industrial capabilities, infrastructure, and logistics landscape
- Trade access and international integration
- Key considerations for building successful sourcing partnerships in Serbia
11:00 – 11:45 KEYNOTE 2
Dragana Vujović Đermanović, Ph.D. Five Business Lessons for Global Success: Why companies with strong regional or global potential fall short – and how to address the most common personal, organizational and management challenges
11:45 – 12:30 LUNCH & NETWORKING
12:30 – 18:00 B2B MATCHMAKING SESSIONS
- Individually scheduled one-on-one meetings between buyers and potential suppliers
- Up to 11 meetings per participant throughout the afternoon
- Each meeting: 25 minutes of focused exchange with a 5 minutes transition between sessions
- Designed to enable meaningful conversations and explore concrete business opportunities
Day 2 – Organization of Supplier On-Site Visits in Serbia
Based on the outcomes of Day 1 discussions, selected supplier visits are organized across Serbia.
These visits allow buying companies to:
- Assess production capabilities
- Review operational standards
- Deepen commercial discussions on-site
COMMODITY SECTOR FOCUS:
- Metal Processing
- Plastic
- Rubber
- Industrial & Machinery
(Equipment, Machines & Tools) - Electronics
Format:
Day 1 – B2B Matchmaking in Belgrade
The first day features engaging introductory sessions and organized B2B meetings, enabling direct interaction between producers and international buyers, as well as an assessment of potential for future cooperation.
09:00 – 09:30 REGISTRATION / WELCOME COFFEE Participant arrival, registration, and informal networking to set the stage for the day
09:30 – 09:45 OPENING SESSION Welcome address and a brief introduction to what participants can expect from the day
09:45 – 10:30 KEYNOTE 1
How to do Business with a Global Tier 1 Supplier in Automotive with the example of Kirchhoff Automotive
Klaus Lawory, Vice President Procurement, Kirchhoff Automotive
Topics
- Kirchhoff Automotive: Company overview and strategic positioning
- Strategic context of nearshoring and its relevance for supplier partnerships
- What it takes to become a supplier for Kirchhoff Automotive and Tier 1 automotive companies
Q&A Session
10:30 – 11:00 PRESENTATION
Radoš Gazdić, Acting Director, Development Agency of Serbia
Topics
- Serbia as a sourcing destination: framework conditions and competitive advantages
- Industrial capabilities, infrastructure, and logistics landscape
- Trade access and international integration
- Key considerations for building successful sourcing partnerships in Serbia
11:00 – 11:45 KEYNOTE 2
Dragana Vujović Đermanović, Ph.D. Five Business Lessons for Global Success: Why companies with strong regional or global potential fall short – and how to address the most common personal, organizational and management challenges
11:45 – 12:30 LUNCH & NETWORKING
12:30 – 18:00 B2B MATCHMAKING SESSIONS
- Individually scheduled one-on-one meetings between buyers and potential suppliers
- Up to 11 meetings per participant throughout the afternoon
- Each meeting: 25 minutes of focused exchange with a 5 minutes transition between sessions
- Designed to enable meaningful conversations and explore concrete business opportunities
Day 2 – Organization of Supplier On-Site Visits in Serbia
Based on the outcomes of Day 1 discussions, selected supplier visits are organized across Serbia.
These visits allow buying companies to:
- Assess production capabilities
- Review operational standards
- Deepen commercial discussions on-site
InterConnect is driven by world-class Procurement knowledge, that tailors supply and demand. The most effective matchmaking creates unprecedent and sustainable new business relations.
The conference goes one step further: Leave the event with a fast start of new, solid supplier partnerships!
InterConnect is driven by world-class Procurement knowledge, that tailors supply and demand. The most effective matchmaking creates unprecedent and sustainable new business relations.
The conference goes one step further: Leave the event with a fast start of new, solid supplier partnerships!
