JazzFest 2025: Michal Jabakčic + Anna Zigmar

From expertise to impact: An inspiring evening on AI leadership and Anna Zigmar's musical mastery.

How to become AI personality of the year? Michal Jakabčić's journey and an exclusive concert.

Artificial intelligence is changing the rules of the game today. However, in this dynamic environment, it is no longer enough to be a top technical expert. Time demands more. He wants leaders. Personalities who can bridge the world of complex algorithms with the real needs of society.

Who defines the future of AI in Slovakia?

The central character of the evening will be Michal Jakabčic, who will bring up the "behind-the-scenes" of what it actually means to aspire to the title of "AI Personality of the Year".

Michal will reveal that the way to the top is not only about lines of code and neurons networks. He will talk about:

• Why a strong and authentic personal brand is key in the technological world.
• How to clearly communicate complex AI topics to the public and business.
• What qualities distinguish those who just follow trends from those who create them.
• This is not just a lecture about technologies. It is a strategic manual for everyone who wants to resonate in the era of artificial intelligence.

Artistic highlight of the evening: Anna Zigmar

At the end of the evening, the world of ones and zeros will be replaced by a world of emotions and top art with the musician Anna Zigmar.

Anna is the embodiment of versatile talent - she is a recognized conductor, singer, accompanist, but also an original songwriter and choir arranger. Her exceptionality is confirmed by the fact that she is the recipient of six Grand-Prix awards and a laureate of international competitions in countries such as Finland, Norway, England, Greece and her native Ukraine.

A graduate of the Odessa National Academy of Performing Arts, she immediately gained the respect of the music community in Slovakia, where she arrived in September 2022 after the outbreak of war. In an incredibly short time, she managed to play and sing more than 15 concerts all over the country. Her qualities are also evidenced by her recent success in November 2024, when she was chosen by the commission from among the participants of the international course to conduct the celebratory concert of the prestigious Cantica Collegium Musicum choir in Banská Bystrica.