ZAGREB — The upcoming, milestone 20th edition of the PMI Forum 2026, scheduled for November 11–13, 2026, at the Mozaik Event Center in Zagreb, will take place under the high patronage of the President of the Republic of Croatia.

This high-level patronage from the Head of State represents significant formal and social recognition of the pivotal role project management plays in the development of the Croatian economy, the public sector, and strategic national initiatives. By assuming patronage over this central gathering of the project management community, the President of the Republic further emphasizes the importance of expertise, effective leadership, and responsible resource management in an era of rapid technological and economic transformation.

Organizers from the PMI Croatia association highlight this patronage as the culmination of twenty years of work dedicated to promoting project standards and a culture of excellence in Croatia.

Centered on the theme "Think Big. Lead Boldly," this year’s Forum will bring together hundreds of leading domestic and international experts, business leaders, and representatives from the academic and public sectors. The three-day program—featuring full-day professional workshops and lectures by prominent global leaders such as Dr. Danny Chung, a member of the PMI Global Board of Directors—will address the application of artificial intelligence, sustainable leadership, and the strategic management of complex systems. The high patronage of the President of the Republic of Croatia sends a clear message about the strategic importance of the profession and additionally positions PMI Forum 2026 as an unavoidable national and regional event for all those who direct the future of project management.