The Future Ready conference took place on May 7 and brought together 130 early career participants and business professionals. Gerasimos Contoguris, People & Culture Director, Philip Morris Romania, spoke at the opening of the event about the importance of a mindset focused on growth, and Carmina Fuste, general director, Philip Morris Romania, emphasized the role of a personal mission and self-knowledge in the professional course. Cornel Amariei, CEO and founder of .lumen, DOC, artist, Andrei Costescu, technology expert, and Armina Dobrića, co-founder of Rookeyz, were special guests and discussed with the participants about the skills of the future and the transition from academic life to the labor market.
Conceived as a relevant event in an increasingly dynamic professional context, the Future Ready conference brought to the fore themes such as creativity, the impact of artificial intelligence on the way of working, adaptability and collaboration, but also concrete topics related to the first interactions with employers. The audience was made up of students and graduates keen to understand what professional skills are important in today's job market and how they can make informed decisions about their early careers. The conference was organized by Philip Morris Romania, as part of its educational dialogue initiatives.
“The future of work is no longer an abstract concept, but a reality that is happening now. Through Future Ready, we wanted to actively contribute to the preparation of a generation that understands change, is curious and has the courage to build its own professional path. Investing in skills development and open dialogue with young people at the start of their careers is one of the most valuable contributions a company can make to the community in which it operates“, he declared Gerasimos Contoguris, People & Culture Director, Philip Morris Romania.
The Future Ready agenda included keynote sessions and discussion panels with professionals from various areas of the business, who addressed how professional roles are changing, mutual expectations from a recruitment process and the importance of building a relevant professional path, beyond the first titles or experiences in the CV. The practical component was supported by interactive and networking sessions, designed to encourage direct dialogue and real exchange of perspectives.
Beyond discussions of emerging trends and skills, the event emphasized the importance of early career clarity and the role of organizations in supporting people's long-term development.
“For people at the beginning of their careers, the transition from academia to the labor market can be challenging. They need inspiration, but also clarity, to know what employers' real expectations are, how to build a sustainable career path and how important it is to develop skills that remain relevant in the long term. That is what we tried to offer them through this conference.“, he also declared Gerasimos Contoguris, People & Culture Director, Philip Morris Romania.
The Future Ready conference is part of Philip Morris Romania's efforts to support the development of the local talent ecosystem and to create authentic bridges between professionals at the beginning of the journey and the business environment, in a framework that promotes learning, openness and long-term thinking.
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