11-13 September 2026 · Kraków
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Three days of leadership, positive change and real connections between Local Organizations from across Poland.
POKO is designed to give you practical value and a strong JCI atmosphere. Expect a mix of learning, decision making, awards and social moments that actually create relationships.
Key sessions, ceremonies and the core convention agenda, including moments that bring the whole JCI Poland community together.
Workshops and learning blocks focused on leadership, project execution, membership growth and sharing best practices between Local Organizations.
The real magic of POKO: new friendships, future partnerships and the energy you only get when JCI people meet in one place.
POKO 2026 speakers
Lectures, a panel and practical workshops on leadership, change, AI and resilient organizations.
What It Really Takes to Make AI Stick in Your Organization?
Long-format practical workshop
Leadership reserve and the AI entry-level squeeze
Phoenix or Hydra: Managing Software Development Product Teams in an Era of AI
Make Your Impact Visible: Leadership, Data & Influence = visible Impact
Change Management
Session title to be announced
Speaker roles, biographies and selected portraits will be added only after approval.
POKO 2026 × JCI CYE
Creative Young Entrepreneur is an international JCI programme for young entrepreneurs who want to present a business, test an idea in front of a jury and take the next step.
Show the jury your idea, business model, problem and growth plan.
Challenge your idea with entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Connect with the international JCI entrepreneur community.
CYE Poland 2026 · Kraków · 11-13 September
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Venue
A distinctive riverfront event space on the Vistula Boulevard, with views of Wawel and room for both the official programme and real connection.
POKO 2026 programme
Leading positive change in an age of constant disruption: finding clarity and real impact beyond the noise.
Main Hall
Opening of POKO 2026.
Workshop participants join the opening before moving to Room 2.
Main Hall
Lecture by Christine Schmitt.
Workshop Room
Long-format practical workshop with Marcin Badura.
Final workshop title to be confirmed.
Main Hall
Moderated by Natalie Gryvniak, with the HR perspective presented by Iryna Lepykhina.
Main Hall
A short break for Main Hall participants.
Main Hall
Short conversations and exchange of business experience.
Shared programme
Shared lunch break for both rooms.
Main Hall
Lecture by Dominik Rogóż.
Workshop Room
Long-format workshop with Tiina Kuokkanen.
Workshop duration and final details will be confirmed in the final programme.
Main Hall
45-minute workshop with Amadeusz Ley.
Main Hall
A short break for Main Hall participants.
Main Hall
Session title to be announced.
Main Hall
Official General Assembly of JCI Poland.
Evening programme
Welcome, official speeches, new senators, the incoming 2026 President ceremony and entertainment.
Detailed timing is retained in the source document.
Programme details marked as pending will be updated after final speaker approval.
POKO 2026 after party
After the official programme, the After Party moves to Hedwig’s in Kraków for conversation, celebration and genuine connections.
The official After Party is included in every POKO 2026 convention ticket.
Hedwig’s
Gallery
People, energy, conversations and moments that stay long after the event.
Accommodation for delegates
A special offer is available at Hotel pod Wawelem, next to the venue and about 300 metres from Wawel Royal Castle.
Reservations
Contact the hotel directly and quote the code POKO.
+48 12 426 26 26Visit hotel websitePricing
Ticket state is managed content and must be rechecked before launch.
Convention ticket
239 EUR
Available until 5 September, subject to availability.
FAQ
Yes. Secure your place first. Attendee details can be completed or corrected later.
The Late convention ticket is currently available. Availability and deadlines are time-sensitive and will be rechecked before launch.
Contact the organizing committee for help with coordinated purchases, group invoicing or delegation logistics.
The main convention programme will be in English, with selected sessions potentially in Polish. Session language will be marked in the final agenda.
Contact
Questions about tickets, accommodation, partnerships or delegation logistics? JCI Kraków will help you prepare.
Host: JCI Kraków
Venue: Nasza Rzeka, Kraków
Email: [email protected]
