Rostislav Plíva is an experienced investment banking professional who spent over nine years at Patria, where he was responsible for sales, marketing, strategy, risk management, and business development. He possesses extensive experience in financial and capital markets, private equity, financial sector regulation, and the management of complex projects, which he subsequently leveraged to establish his own consulting and asset management company. His approach combines precise handling of complexity with leadership focused on simplicity, clarity, and effective decision-making.

An experienced development manager with over twenty years in the real estate sector, currently focusing primarily on new project acquisitions, permitting processes, and team leadership. They possess extensive experience in project development, negotiating joint venture partnerships, asset sales, product setting, budgeting, and urban planning. Previously, they also served at the municipal level as a deputy mayor and are a graduate of the Faculty of Architecture at the Czech Technical University in Prague, with a degree in Architecture and Urban Planning.

Karolína Surý is a presenter and model who has been professionally presenting conferences and expert panel discussions for many years. She most frequently works at events focused on finance, investments, and business, where she connects experts with the audience and brings dynamism and clarity to complex topics.

In addition to economic and conference formats, she also hosts lifestyle and beauty events, where she uses her media experience and knack for communicating with a wide audience.

A new era of real estate: Renovation and sale of tenement buildings

Lukáš Krchňák is the CEO of Sušánka & Partners and is part of the emerging generation of Czech business leaders. In his role, he combines strategic consulting with an emphasis on figures and performance to help clients turn ambitious plans into measurable results. He has recently been included in the Forbes Czech Republic 30 Under 30 list, which recognises outstanding talents with an impact on their fields. He believes that the best partnerships are formed where discipline, transparency and the courage to make data-driven decisions meet.

Real Luxembourg: Redevelopment as an Investment Strategy

Nikola Višněvský gained his professional experience in banking, where he held both managerial positions and worked as a private banker. He specialised in deposit management, investment solutions and individual capital management for affluent clients.

He currently works as a Key Account Manager for the Real Luxembourg SICAV fund, focusing on real estate investments and developing cooperation with financial advisors in the HNWI and UHNWI client segments, particularly owners of apartment buildings and premium properties in the centre of Prague.

Real Luxembourg: Redevelopment as an Investment Strategy

A new era of real estate: Renovation and sale of tenement buildings

Tomáš Grec is a partner at investment group Real Luxembourg, where he heads up business and marketing development. He is a prominent figure in the Czech real estate market and, within the holding structure, has been developing a network of his own real estate agencies for many years. He is also the founder of other companies focused on property investment and development, such as the Český fond bydlení (Czech Housing Fund). Thanks to his business acumen and ability to spot opportunities where others overlook them, he transforms ordinary properties into highly profitable projects. Throughout his professional career in the investment and real estate business, he has strived to cultivate the Czech real estate market.

A new era of real estate: Renovation and sale of tenement buildings

Radek Slabyhoud is the founder and owner of the Real Luxembourg investment group, which has been operating on the Czech property market since 2016 and now has nearly a decade’s experience in the acquisition, refurbishment and subsequent sale of apartment blocks and individual flats. Since the company was founded, it has completed more than 150 transactions with a total value exceeding 2 billion CZK. He has been building, over the long term, an interconnected ecosystem of companies focused on investment, property development and property appreciation.
In his role, he plays an active part in the group’s strategic management and personally oversees several key departments, including the implementation of refurbishment projects. He emphasises effective project management, swift execution thanks to an in-house team, and maximising the investment potential of older properties. His aim is not only to create financially sound projects, but also to contribute in the long term to enhancing the appearance of streets and improving the quality of housing.

Miroslav Liška is a founding member, investor, and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Lázeňský fond SICAV a.s., a fund focused on strategic investments in the spa and healthcare sector in the Czech Republic. Since 2014, he has held senior management positions within the spa sector, including roles as CEO and CFO of a significant spa company. He specialises in financial management, predictive modelling, and strategic planning. With his in-depth knowledge of the spa market and the investment environment, he actively participates in the development of the fund's portfolio and the long-term strategic direction of its investment activities.

Jan D. Kabelka has been active in the financial sector since 1997. He held various management positions at Citibank, ING Investment Management, and the ERSTE Group, and until the end of 2020, he served as CEO and board member at NN Investment Partners C.R., a.s. Since 2021, he has been the Managing Partner of KK INVESTMENT PARTNERS, a.s., and its Chairman of the Supervisory Board. He is an expert in capital markets and asset management.

Jaroslav Baier specialises in acquisitions, including distressed assets, restructurings, and the creation of joint-venture structures, with a primary focus on venture capital and private equity. A significant portion of his practice is dedicated to advising start-ups, investing in technology and biotechnology companies, setting up ESOP programmes, and advising Czech companies on international expansion, which also includes his personal experience as a start-up co-founder. He also possesses extensive experience with restructurings and sales of non-performing assets, and with advising on complex transactions both in the Czech Republic and abroad.