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VILNIUS TECH Business Management Faculty Alumni Discussed Leadership Role and Business Challenges

February 17, 2025
Last week, another VILNIUS TECH alumni evening took place, bringing together members of the Business Management Faculty (VVF) community for discussions on relevant topics.

The event began with a presentation by VVF Dean, Prof. Dr. Vida Davidavičienė, who introduced the faculty's structure and recent updates. The Dean emphasized the joy of seeing former students return to the university and actively engage in alumni activities.

VILNIUS TECH Alumni Club President, Darius Snieška, presented the benefits and opportunities available to alumni. These include free elective courses, complimentary access to the Sports and Arts Center, special conditions for attending university-organized conferences, a 10% discount on second bachelor's or master's degree programs, and more.

The keynote speaker, Egidijus Suslavičius, Managing Partner at LMI Lietuva and Associate Partner at the VILNIUS TECH VVF Management Department, delivered a presentation titled Leader: A Position or a Mission? He explored leadership responsibilities, the significance of leadership, relevant statistics, conducted research, modern management trends, and current organizational challenges. Participants debated whether leadership is merely a formal position or a mission requiring continuous development, engagement, and the ability to inspire others.

E. Suslavičius highlighted that a modern leader must be prepared for a dynamic labor market and an evolving organizational culture. According to him, successful leadership requires developing the following qualities and skills:
 

  • Personal qualities – responsibility, self-confidence, emotional intelligence, integrity, ethics, creativity, and adaptability.
  • Collaboration and teamwork skills – clear communication, the ability to inspire and motivate, conflict resolution, and active listening.
  • Strategic and managerial skills – vision, decision-making, organizational capabilities, and change management.
During the discussion, participants concluded that successful leadership is more than just performing duties—it is an ongoing mission. Leaders who aim to inspire their teams, nurture talent, and contribute to an organization's strategic growth are the ones shaping the future of business and the economy. A leader is not just someone who delegates tasks but a person who fosters a strong work culture, drives change, and ensures the long-term success of an organization.

After the event, participants eagerly shared their impressions. Their comments highlighted the most impactful aspects of the discussion:
 

  • *"A thorough explanation of what a leader's job entails."
  • "I learned new things and gained interesting insights."
  • "A great perspective on leadership and management."
  • "It was interesting to learn about different leadership styles and their impact on teams."
  • "An excellent topic that made me reflect on the leader's role in an organization."*
The next Alumni Evening will take place on March 4, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the VILNIUS TECH Faculty of Electronics, Plytinės g. 25.

The event’s keynote speaker will be VILNIUS TECH alumnus, EF Alumni Chairman, and MOOG Inc. R&D Director, Sigitas Vilkas. His presentation will focus on "Innovation and Regulation in Medical Technologies: How Engineering is Transforming Healthcare."

We encourage active registration, as participant numbers are limited: https://forms.office.com/e/vZX47SUv0B 

For more information, visit the VILNIUS TECH Alumni Club Facebook group.

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