Innovative PolyTECH Summit 2025
On October 18, 2025, the PolyTECH Summit took place at UNIT.City — a vibrant conclusion to the educational program that brought together over 1200 students from technical and polytechnic institutions across Ukraine.
As reported by UNIT.City, this initiative, implemented with the support of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, marked a significant step in fostering cooperation among education, business, and government.
From September 15 to October 17, 1200 students participated in the intensive PolyTECH EDU course, culminating in a grand summit in the capital on October 18.
The event featured key speakers such as First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov and Minister of Education and Science Oksen Lisovyi, who emphasized the strategic importance of developing the tech ecosystem for the country's future and its integration into the European innovation landscape.
"The summit’s agenda brought together representatives from leading tech companies, educational institutions, and governmental bodies. Participants had the opportunity to learn about corporate education from financial institutions, explore engineering education programs from tech giants, discuss the ethical implementation of artificial intelligence in higher education, and engage in discussions on modern leadership," — stated UNIT.City.
A highlight of the event was a panel discussion featuring representatives from universities and tech companies, showcasing various approaches to preparing future specialists and demonstrating how education and business can effectively collaborate.
Attendees had the chance not only to listen to expert presentations but also to participate in interactive sessions, workshops, and networking events. A significant emphasis was placed on practical knowledge application and building professional connections with industry representatives.
"We are impressed by the level of engagement and enthusiasm demonstrated by participants at the PolyTECH Summit. Their energy and genuine interest in technology inspire us to keep moving forward," — shared Pavlo Mykhailyuk, the development director at UNIT.City.
He believes such projects are critically important for developing the tech ecosystem and shaping a new generation of leaders. "We are confident that next year we will return with an even more ambitious program that will open up further opportunities for talented Ukrainian youth," — concluded Mykhailyuk.
The program was implemented with support from leading companies, including OMD | Optimum Media, Credit Agricole Bank, Ajax Systems, with Lenovo as the technology partner and Bolt as a friendly partner. These companies contributed to the development of educational content, provided mentoring support, and created real employment opportunities for the best program participants.
