Award
INSPIRACJE MBA POLSKA – an award for an outstanding business personality
Leadership leaves behind more than results. It leaves values, inspiration and a lasting impact on people, organisations and the economy.
INSPIRACJE MBA POLSKA is the highest distinction of the MBA Polska community, awarded to individuals whose achievements, vision, courage and responsibility set directions for the development of contemporary business. The Award was established in 2026 by the Association of MBA Organisations in Poland. Its purpose is to honour outstanding women and men leaders who, through entrepreneurship, innovation and consistency in action, create lasting value for the economy and society and remain an inspiration for future generations of managers.
2026 edition • Hotel Arłamów
Dr Irena Eris – the first Laureate
The INSPIRACJE MBA POLSKA Award was presented for the first time during the 2026 MBA Polska Congress Gala. The Jury recognised Dr Irena Eris for her business achievements, vision and ability to inspire future generations of leaders.
Read the Gala reportINSPIRACJE MBA POLSKA
Award criteria
The Award Committee evaluates candidates, taking into account in particular:
- impact on the development of a company, market or the economy
- strategic vision and leadership courage
- innovation and entrepreneurship
- business ethics
- social responsibility
- sustainability of achievements
- ability to inspire others
The Award is honorary and is presented annually to one person for outstanding achievements, lifetime accomplishments or a special contribution to the development of entrepreneurship, management and contemporary leadership.
2026 EditionINSPIRACJE MBA POLSKA
2026
INSPIRACJE MBA POLSKA 2026 Award Committee
The first Laureate was selected by an independent 12-member Jury representing the MBA Polska community. Its members served voluntarily, guided by professionalism, impartiality and responsibility for the prestige of the Award.
The first edition Committee consists of:
- Małgorzata Tobiszewska – Chair of the Committee
- Violetta Adamowicz
- Sylwester Cetera
- Robert Hrycaniuk
- Aneta Jasińska
- Agnieszka Juchniewicz
- Jacek Kargul
- Mariusz Kowalski
- Mariusz Rudnik
- Karolina Rzeszut
- Maciej Wasyl
- Aleksander Wilk
9.10.2026 · Hotel Arłamów
First Laureate – Dr Irena Eris
On 9 October 2026, at the MBA Polska Congress Gala in Hotel Arłamów, the first-ever INSPIRACJE MBA POLSKA Award was presented to Dr Irena Eris.
The laudation was delivered by Dr Mariusz Rudnik, MBA, and the original trophy was presented by Małgorzata Tobiszewska, MBA – President of MBA Polska and Chair of the 12-member Jury. The Laureate was accompanied by Henryk Orfinger.
Award Regulations
Detailed rules for nominating candidates, evaluation criteria and the procedure for selecting the Laureate are set out in the INSPIRACJE MBA POLSKA Award Regulations.