The Power of Partnership across Countries and Industries for Excellence in Dual Education

This event is organized to support Romania’s national strategic objectives in the field of dual education and to encourage meaningful partnerships between key stakeholders.
Date: May 8, 2025
Time: 09:00 – 12:00
Location: HUB Zbor BCR Brașov (str. Mureșenilor, nr. 27, Brașov)

Background – Dual Education in Romania
In alignment with the strategic directions outlined by the Ministry of Education and Research in the Synthesis Document on Medium-Term Budgetary Policies and Programs (2025 and 2026–2028 perspective), the consolidation and expansion of technological and dual education are prioritized objectives. This includes:
✅ Expanding partnerships between local authorities, educational institutions (both secondary and higher education), and the private sector.
✅ Supporting students enrolled in the dual education system.

Event Objective
This event is organized by the Chamber of Commerce Switzerland - Romania through its Education Working Group coordinated by Alina Savu. It aims to bring together representatives from public institutions, educational organizations, local authorities, private sector companies, and international partners to:
✅ Strengthen cross-sector partnerships,
✅ Facilitate dialogue and exchange of best practices,
✅ Promote concrete solutions for the development of Romania's dual education system, in line with national strategies,
✅ Highlight successful collaborations with a focus on excellence and innovation in dual education from Romania.

Keynote Speakers
Dr. Adriana Cioca – President of the Chamber of Commerce Switzerland – Romania (CCE-R)
Mr. Dan Ghiță – Deputy Mayor of Brașov & Mr. Lucian Pătrașcu - Deputy Mayor of Brașov
Ms. Ariana Bucur – Vice-President of the Education Committee, Chamber of Deputies
Ms. Mirabela Amarandei-Duminică, Honorary Adviser to the Minister of Education
Ms. Dalia Dărămuș – Director, National Centre for the Development of Vocational and Technical Education (CNDIPT)
Mr. Giacomo Solari - Deputy Head of Mission and Head of the Swiss Contribution Office in Romania, Embassy of Switzerland to Romania

Panel Speakers
Ms. Iulia Anca – Assistant to Plant Manager / General Management, Holcim Romania SA & Mr. Alin Lup – Graduate of Holcim Technical School
Mr. Hermann Povel – Plant Manager, Sefar Group & Mr. Werner Braun, President DWK
Mr. Constantin Claudiu Laslău – Director of Operations, Hamilton Central Europe & Mr. Dan Diaconu – General Administrative Director, Politehnica University of Timișoara
Mr. Eduard Dobre – Director, Kolping Romania & Mrs. Lavinia Butnariu, Manager “Maria Băiulescu” Technical College in Brașov
Ms. Alina Savu – Dual Education Working Group Leader CCE-R/ General Manager Web Connect

Event Summary
We plan to bring together key stakeholders from public institutions, Swiss companies, educational organizations, and local authorities to strengthen and expand Romania’s dual education system. The focus will be on sharing best practices, fostering public-private partnerships, and aligning dual education with labour market needs.

Key Highlights include
✅ Insights from government officials, the Swiss Embassy, and the Ministry of Education
✅ Success stories from companies illustrating concrete dual education initiatives
✅ Presentation of the Swiss Contribution Programme dedicated to Dual Education (10 million CHF budget)
✅ Open discussions on challenges, opportunities, and the next steps to consolidate Romania’s position in dual education excellence

Event Sponsors & Partners
✅The Embassy of Switzerland in Romania (Institutional Partner)
✅ Hamilton Central Europe
✅ mindit.io
✅ Sefar/ Monosuisse
✅ Asociația Kolping România
✅ Cucinino Pasta Bar
✅ BCR Zbor Hub (Location Partner)

Event Media Partner: We are HR