“Reality in Focus”: Central Theme of Aspen Reunion 2024

“Reality in Focus”: Central Theme of Aspen Reunion 2024.

We live in an era when the world around us is becoming increasingly layered and complex. The informational space is filled with stereotypes, clichés, and noise that often obscure the true essence of events. While there may be a temporary desire to avoid complexities, it is essential to honestly perceive reality and remain focused.

Aspen Reunion is an annual gathering of alumni — an opportunity to meet friends, colleagues, classmates, and members of the Community. Even during full-scale war, it is a chance to support one another, share energy, and align our inner compasses. After all, the most essential value of the Aspen Institute Kyiv is its people.

During the panel discussions, participants explored how businesses tackle challenges during crises and uncertainty and various aspects of leadership and actions that can bring about change in the surrounding environment.

The Institute honors leaders who exemplify values-based leadership in specific nominations each year. This year’s the Institute honored:

• Oleksandra Koltsova, Ukrainian singer and frontwoman of the band Krykhitka, for “Contribution to the Development of Dialogue Culture”;
• Nataliya Morozova, CEO of Havas Village Ukraine, for “Development of Aspen Institute Kyiv”; and
• Oleksandr Pertsovskyi, Chairman of the Board of JSC Ukrzaliznytsia, for “Exemplary Values-Based Leadership.”

Additionally, the event featured a musical performance by Oleksii Kogan and the Jazz in Kyiv Band.

We express our gratitude to our defenders who fight for every meter of Ukrainian land and protect our country, enabling us to work, collaborate, and contribute to Ukraine’s development.

We especially thank our partners, Uklon, SHERIFF Security Holding, and EFI Group Investment Company, for supporting the event.

We also thank our alums for their assistance in organizing the event: Ideal Secrets Marketing Agency, Econia Drinking Water, Premier Socks, Event Professional Support, and Readeat Bookstore.

During the Aspen Reunion, the Institute held a lottery featuring prizes donated by alumni. Our heartfelt thanks to the brands that provided the items: FOBERINI, Gunia Project, Guzema Fine Jewelry, Ganka, Їzhakultura, Pandora, Mr. Scrubber, SUPPORT by Poustovit, Anita Lutsenko, Yevhen Klopotenko, Laboratory Publishing House, SHERIFF Security Holding, Ulis, and Uklon.

Many thanks to our incredible hosts, Oleksandr Pedan and Irena Karpa, for creating a fantastic atmosphere throughout the evening.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on this special day!