Română On 19 May 2026, Enterprising for Tomorrow returns to Iași for its 4th edition, bringing together people who work in and around the social economy from Romania, the Republic of Moldova, and across Europe.
The conference will take place at AGORA Event Center and online. Throughout the day, participants will hear from public officials, social entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, NGOs, and practitioners involved in social inclusion, financing, employment, accessibility, procurement, and digital change.
This year’s agenda brings these topics into one space and gives participants the chance to follow both policy-level discussions and examples drawn from real work.
What the day will cover
The opening session looks at the social economy in relation to local development and European priorities. It brings together decision-makers and network leaders whose work influences funding, public policy, and the direction of the sector.
Another panel focuses on one-stop shop models for accessibility and social inclusion. The discussion will look at practical ways to improve access to services and support people with different needs, including lessons that can be applied in other communities and contexts.
The agenda also includes a conversation on human resources and digitalization in the social economy. This session will address how organizations can prepare their teams for digital and green transition, what support they need, and how new tools can be introduced in ways that remain useful and accessible.
A separate panel is dedicated to socially responsible procurement. Here, the focus is on how public purchasing can create real opportunities for social enterprises and support stronger local economies.
Later in the day, the conference turns to social finance and impact investing. Speakers from banking, ethical finance, investment, and philanthropy will discuss what kinds of capital are available, what barriers still exist, and what it takes to finance enterprises that combine economic activity with social purpose.
More than stage discussions
Enterprising for Tomorrow is not built only around panels.
Participants will also be able to visit the Buy Social Expo, meet organizations and enterprises presenting their products and services, and attend the Accelerator of Social Enterprises Award Gala.
The day ends with a cocktail and business matching session meant to encourage conversations, introductions, and future partnerships.
Why join
Enterprising for Tomorrow is for people who want a clearer view of what is happening in the social economy and who want direct contact with the people working on these topics in practice.
Whether you come from public administration, business, civil society, education, finance, or the social enterprise field, the event offers a full day of relevant discussions, useful connections, and concrete examples.
On 19 May 2026, join us in Iași or online.