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The Entrepreneurial Woman Project (EWP), organized by the Luxembourg-Poland Chamber of Commerce (LPCC), is a series of weekend workshops designed to empower English-speaking women in Luxembourg and nearby regions. Participants gain essential skills and insights to launch and manage their own businesses successfully.

Who Can Participate?

The EWP welcomes all English-speaking women in Luxembourg or the surrounding areas who want to start or grow their business ventures.

Program Details:

• Duration: Five weekend workshops held at the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce.
• Dates: October 4, 11, 18, 25, and November 15.
• Cost: €295, which includes access to all workshops, a year-long LPCC Private Membership, and the opportunity to win up to €3,000 in prizes to support your business idea.

Why Join EWP?

• Comprehensive Learning: Gain crucial business skills through interactive and practical workshops led by industry experts. Topics covered include business entities, idea generation, VAT & taxes, business model canvas, intellectual property, marketing & sales, business planning, public speaking, and networking.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with a supportive network of like-minded women and build a strong support system that lasts beyond the program.
• Expert Guidance: Gain hands-on experience and direct feedback from business professionals. Learn how to navigate the Luxembourg market with confidence.
• Final Pitch: On the program’s closing day, participants will showcase their business ideas in front of a panel of experts. The best pitches will have the chance to win generous prizes, thanks to our dedicated sponsors. 

Since its launch in 2014, the Entrepreneurial Woman Project has helped over 200 women turn their ideas into successful businesses in Luxembourg. As a result, 3 to 7 new ventures emerge from the program each year, contributing to the local economy and business landscape.

Registration:

Applications for the 12th edition are now open. To apply and for more information, please visit the Entrepreneurial Woman Project page. For any additional inquiries, please reach out via the contact form on the LPCC website or email directly at info@lpcc.lu. 

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Empower your vision and elevate your business with EWP.

EWP 2025 – Workshop Schedule & Discussion Topics:

Day 1 | Saturday, 04 October 2025
9:00 – 9:30 | Introduction by LPCC
9:30 – 12:30 | Business Entities by Sandra Jankowski
12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break
13:30 – 16:30 | Idea Generation by Esther Celosse

Day 2 | Saturday, 11 October 2025
9:00 – 11:00 | Intellectual Property by Marie-Christine Simon
11:00 – 11:15 | Coffee Break
11:15 – 12:15 | Financial Focus for Startups – VAT & Corporation Tax by Shashika Samarawickrama
12:15 – 13:15 | Financial Focus for Startups – Managing the First 12 Months by Waruna Perera
13:15 – 14:15 | Lunch Break
14:15 – 17:45 | Business Model Canvas by Adis Sabanovic

Day 3 | Saturday, 18 October 2025
9:00 – 12:00 | Marketing & Sales by David Holland
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch Break
13:00 – 16:00 | Business Plan by Daniel Milano Torres
16:00 – 16:15 | Coffee Break
16:15 – 17:45 | Social Media Landscape in Luxembourg by Tamara Dzhanashiia

Day 4 | Saturday, 25 October 2025
9:00 – 12:00 | Public Speaking by Djulieta Ardovan
12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch Break
13:00 – 16:00 | Employment and Commercial Practice by Pauline Wirtzler

Day 5 | Saturday, 15 November
9:00 – 10:30 | Networking by Artur Sosna
10:30 – 11:00 | Coffee Break
11:00 – 13:00 | Participants’ speeches and voting
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch Break
14:00 – 17:00 | Participants’ speeches and voting

Monday, 24 November 2025, at 6 pm | Grand Finale and Award Ceremony

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Empower your vision and elevate your business with EWP.

About the Prize Sponsors

This year’s edition is proudly supported by our key sponsors:

• Elvinger Hoss Prussen – a prestigious Luxembourg-based law firm offering comprehensive legal expertise and dedicated support to foster business growth and innovation.

• TMF Group – a global provider of critical compliance and administrative services, helping businesses grow and invest safely across borders.

• BSP (Bonn Steichen & Partners) – a leading Luxembourg law firm known for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and empowering local entrepreneurship.

Their generous support plays a vital role in making this transformative experience accessible to women ready to take the next step in their professional journey.

Become a Sponsor

This project is about real women who need guidance and inspiration to take brave steps toward their dreams. It’s truly uplifting to watch them face their fears, grow their confidence, and build their businesses right before your eyes.

As Sponsor, your brand becomes part of a powerful movement that values diversity, innovation, and meaningful impact in the local entrepreneurial community.

Join us in empowering women-led ventures and amplify your brand’s impact in Luxembourg.

Contact us today! info@lpcc.lu

This year’s edition of the conference, titled “Luxembourg’s Private Fund Landscape: Explore Luxembourg’s fund toolbox, operational best practices and tailored structuring options for Polish fund managers”, will take place on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, from 09:00 to 15:45 at the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce.

The 7th edition of the Conference, sponsored by ProService Finteco with PAIH as a partner, is designed specifically for Polish fund managers and investors seeking to navigate the complexities of Luxembourg’s private funds landscape. This exclusive finance event brings together top-tier experts from both Luxembourg and Poland to explore cutting-edge solutions in private fund structuring, operations, and regulatory frameworks. Organised by the LPCC in collaboration with leading law firms, financial institutions, and fund specialists, this high-profile event will provide deep insights into fund formation, operational efficiency, and cross-border structuring strategies tailored to the needs of Polish investors.

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Preliminary Agenda:

09.00 – 09.30 Welcome Coffee and Registration

09.30 – 10.00 Welcome Speeches
Speeches by Carlo Thelen, Director General of the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce and Artur Sosna, President of the Luxembourg-Poland Chamber of Commerce

10.00 – 10.15 Keynote Address
Conversation with Paweł Sujecki, Member of the Supervisory Board at ProService Finteco, on the condition and development of the Polish investment fund market

10.15 – 11.00 PANEL I: LUXEMBOURG FUND TOOLBOX
Overview of financial products available in Luxembourg

Moderator: Michel Marques Pereira (EHP)
Panellists: Agata Szymoniak (Loyens&Loeff), Iga Młynarczyk (EY), Piotr Parzyszek (DZP)

Luxembourg offers one of the most flexible and diverse funds framework in the world—but how can Polish fund sponsors make the most of what’s available?

This panel provides a high-level yet practical overview of the investment fund products within the Luxembourg toolbox, focusing on their legal, tax, and structural features. From well-known structures like SIFs and RAIFs to the corporate vehicles such as SCSp designed for private equity and venture capital, the discussion will highlight the most relevant options for Polish market participants.

Key topics will include:

• Which Luxembourg fund structures are best suited to Polish sponsors and why?
• How do legal and tax considerations shape fund selection process?
• What recent regulatory developments should Polish managers be aware of?
• How flexible is the Luxembourg framework when tailoring products to niche or cross-border strategies?

Designed for both fund initiators and advisors, this session will clarify the landscape of Luxembourg’s fund products and outline how Polish players can use them strategically in today’s evolving European investment environment.

11.00 – 11.45 PANEL II: FUND OPERATIONS
Navigating service provider collaborations and operational structuring

Moderator: Łukasz Małecki (AlterDomus)
Panellists: Joanna Chuda (Alter Domus), Przemyslaw Bielicki (RoyaltonPartners), Piotr Noceń (ResourcePartners)

As Polish fund managers increasingly look beyond borders for strategic structuring opportunities, Luxembourg has become a jurisdiction of choice. But does setting up a fund in Luxembourg really pay off—especially for smaller players? What are the real costs, challenges, and advantages behind the polished surface?

This panel will take a deep dive into the operational journey of launching and managing a fund in Luxembourg, examining both the technical infrastructure and strategic rationale behind such decisions. We’ll explore key questions including:

• Why Luxembourg?Why would a Polish fund manager choose Luxembourg over Poland – and under what conditions?
• How does it work?A step-by-step walk-through of setting up and operating a fund, including insights from an IFM and experienced fund operators.
• Who should you work with?Choosing the right service providers is not just about cost, but about relationships, local access, and operational reliability.
• How much does it really cost—and what do you get for that?A frank look at scale thresholds and the trade-offs in cost, quality, and time.

Expect an open and honest discussion that challenges assumptions and draws on real-world experience—including why Luxembourg is booming as a fund services hub and its systemic flexibility. This session aims giving attendees a grounded sense of the Luxembourg framework.

11.45 – 14.00 NETWORKING LUNCH

14.00 – 14.45 PANEL III: FUND’S CASE STUDY
Practical insights into fund structuring for Polish investors.

Moderator: Darina Mohamad (Loyens&Loeff)
Panellists: Piotr Kozikowski (PWC), Joanna Wierzejska (DZP), Małgorzata Sternik (Innova), Pawel Sujecki (ProService)

What happens when Luxembourg structures meet Polish investor needs in real life?

This panel will explore a real-world case study based on Innova Capital’s experience with two distinct fund structures in Luxembourg—one compartmentalized, the other with dedicated SPVs under the fund. It’s a rare opportunity to go beyond theory and examine how these structures work in practice, what benefits they offer, and what lessons they reveal for fund managers and legal advisors working with Polish investors.

Expect a practical conversation with experts who will break down:

• Why specific Luxembourg structures were chosen and how they perform in practice
• What makes these solutions attractive (or complex) from a Polish perspective
• What cost and scale factors determine when a Luxembourg structure becomes economically viable
• Tax considerations and compliance risks Polish sponsors should be aware of
• Common pitfalls to avoid when setting up Luxembourg funds with Polish LPs
• Emerging trends on the Polish market and how they shape fund design (e.g. treatment of dividends, interest, and the growing focus on WHT planning)

By combining technical and strategic insight, this panel aims to provide a reality check—and a decision-making compass—for those considering cross-border structuring.

14.45 – 15.45 PITCHES OF POLISH COMPANIES

About the Sponsor:

ProService Finteco Sp. z o. o.  is a leading provider in services of transfer agent, accounting and fund valuation and corporate accounting services. The company also provides IT solutions, technologies and managed services for financial institutions in Poland and abroad. ProService Finteco’s goal is to offer its clients professional, tailor -made solutions, business applications, and outsourcing services. ProService Finteco works mainly with investment funds, insurance companies and banks, supporting key process of handling financial products, services and customer service.

As anticipation builds for the event, tailored for Polish fund managers and investors exploring Luxembourg’s private fund structures and solutions, we delve into the cutting-edge strategies shaping the future of cross-border fund management.

In an exclusive interview, we sat down with Emilia Guz and Paweł Sujecki, to discuss the company’s approach to innovation, regulatory strategy, and international expansion.

The executives share how ProService supports nearly 3,800 funds and nearly 40 million transactions annually, their ambitions for international growth, and why Luxembourg is a strategic market in their roadmap.

Read the full conversation and get insights ahead of the conference.

 

 

 

 

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Past Editions:

Previous conferences have addressed topics such as Artificial Intelligence, FinTech and RegTech, Luxembourg-Poland Partnership in Space Business, Future of Logistics, and Sustainable Finances. These events have successfully attracted over 300 attendees, including senior executives, institutional investors, government officials, and key decision-makers from both countries. Learn more.