EFRI Economic Forum
The EFRI Economic Forum is the central annual event of the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Rijeka, bringing together representatives of the business sector, public institutions, academia and professional organisations. The Forum serves as a platform for dialogue on key economic issues, the exchange of professional perspectives, and the analytical consideration of economic trends relevant to economic development.
Purpose of the Economic Forum
The aim of the Forum is to encourage constructive discussion on current economic challenges and opportunities by connecting academic and professional expertise with the practical experience of business leaders and policy-makers. The Forum contributes to a better understanding of economic developments and enables open dialogue among stakeholders from different sectors.
Topics and Focus
The topics of the Economic Forum are shaped by current economic trends and areas of strategic importance. The Forum focuses on:
- macroeconomic and fiscal developments
- the development of industries and enterprises
- investment, sustainability and regional development
- technological change and innovation
- the regulatory and financial framework
The Forum programme includes expert panels, lectures and discussions designed to foster an interdisciplinary approach to economic issues.
Participants and Stakeholders
The Forum brings together representatives of the business sector, local and regional government, regulatory institutions, financial organisations, major companies, professional associations and the academic community. The diversity of participants enables a more comprehensive understanding of economic issues and contributes to the quality and relevance of the discussions.
The Role of the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Rijeka
By organising the Economic Forum, the Faculty strengthens its role as a relevant partner to both the business community and the public sector. The Forum complements the Faculty’s educational and research activities and creates opportunities for cooperation, networking and knowledge transfer among researchers, experts and representatives of the business community.
Cooperation with the EFRI Economic Council
The thematic framework and professional orientation of the Forum are developed in close cooperation with the EFRI Economic Council, an advisory body of the Faculty that brings together distinguished representatives of the business community and relevant institutions.
This cooperation ensures that the Forum addresses relevant topics and involves stakeholders who can provide valuable insights into current economic developments.
Strategic Importance of the Economic Forum
The Economic Forum enables structured dialogue among the business community, institutions and academia, while providing analytical insight into key economic issues.
The Forum strengthens the Faculty’s links with the business community, contributes to a better understanding of economic trends and creates opportunities for cooperation in areas of shared interest.
Impact and Contribution
Through the exchange of knowledge, expert analyses and different perspectives, the Economic Forum contributes to informed discussion of economic challenges and potential solutions.
The Forum promotes cooperation among stakeholders, strengthens links between academia and the business sector, and creates added value for the development of both the economy and the wider community.
Programme and Organising Committee
- Assoc. Prof. Vesna Buterin, Chair of the Programme and Organising Committee of the EFRI Economic Forum
- Prof. Saša Drezgić, Dean
- Assoc. Prof. Maja Grdinić
- Assoc. Prof. Dario Maradin
- Assoc. Prof. Bojana Olgić Draženović
- Assoc. Prof. Ana Bobinac
- Assoc. Prof. Ana Babić
- Assoc. Prof. Saša Čegar
- Assoc. Prof. Ivan Gržeta
- Diana Ježina Radovanović, MA in Public Relations, Univ. Spec. Oec.
- Vanja Rubeša, M.Econ.