Poland’s Most Prominent Business People Speak About Using AI:

Over the past decade Poland has witnessed rapid economic growth. The country has been driven by massive innovative spirit and of course, by the leadership of its most prominent business figures. These individuals – each in their own way – have made contributions across various industries, expanding their businesses both locally and globally.

Here’s a look at some of Poland’s top businesspeople, their industries, and their forward-thinking approach to AI-powered technologies.

Michał Sołowow – Industrial & Chemical Giant

Companies: Cersanit, Synthos, Barlinek

Michał Sołowow, often recognized as Poland’s richest individual, is a serial entrepreneur who has built an empire across multiple industries. His interests span construction materials (Cersanit), chemicals (Synthos), and wood flooring (Barlinek). His companies are not only dominant in Poland but also have a significant global footprint.

Sołowow has been vocal about embracing AI and automation to maintain competitiveness in sectors like manufacturing and chemicals. His company Synthos, for example, is exploring AI-driven solutions for chemical production efficiency, and predictive maintenance in plants.

Zygmunt Solorz-Żak – Telecommunications & Media Mogul

Company: Polsat Group

Zygmunt Solorz-Żak is a media tycoon and one of Poland’s wealthiest individuals. He is the founder of Polsat, Poland’s largest commercial TV network, and Cyfrowy Polsat, a leading telecommunications group.

Solorz-Żak’s enterprises are at the forefront of using AI in media distribution, content recommendation algorithms, and customer service chatbots. His telecommunications companies have also invested heavily in AI-powered network management systems to enhance connectivity and infrastructure.

Dominika Kulczyk – Energy & Philanthropy

Company: Kulczyk Investments

Dominika Kulczyk inherited her fortune from her father, Jan Kulczyk, who was Poland’s richest man. Through Kulczyk Investments, Dominika has expanded her business interests into renewable energy, infrastructure, and philanthropy.

In the energy sector, Kulczyk Investments is investing in AI for optimizing energy grids, especially in renewables like wind and solar power. The use of AI in energy consumption predictions and efficient resource management is helping Kulczyk Investments stay ahead in the green energy revolution.

Sebastian Kulczyk – Venture Capital & Technology

Companies: Kulczyk Investments, Manta Ray VC

Sebastian Kulczyk is the brother of Dominika and also a key figure in Poland’s business landscape. His focus has shifted towards technology investments through his venture capital fund Manta Ray, which supports tech startups across Europe.

As a tech-forward investor, Sebastian Kulczyk champions AI-driven startups. Manta Ray VC has invested in numerous companies that focus on machine learning, natural language processing, and AI for enterprise solutions. He is a strong proponent of AI as a tool to accelerate Poland’s transition into a knowledge-driven economy.

Adam Góral – IT & Software

Company: Asseco Poland

Adam Góral is the founder of Asseco Poland, one of the largest IT companies in Central Europe. Asseco provides software solutions for banking, insurance, healthcare, and public administration.

Asseco is heavily invested in AI technologies such as machine learning for fraud detection in banking and AI-driven data analytics for the healthcare sector. Góral believes that AI can revolutionize business processes, and his company has been working to integrate AI and cloud computing into their software offerings.

Rafał Brzoska – E-commerce & Logistics Innovator

Company: InPost

Rafał Brzoska transformed Poland’s logistics landscape with InPost, a parcel locker system that has disrupted the traditional courier industry. InPost’s innovation has been recognized globally, and the company went public in 2021.

InPost is leading the charge in AI-powered logistics. The company uses AI for route optimization, predictive delivery times, and enhancing customer experiences through data analytics. AI tools have also improved warehouse efficiency and reduced operational costs.

Marcin Iwiński – Video Game Industry Leader

Company: CD Projekt Red

Marcin Iwiński, co-founder of CD Projekt Red, has played a critical role in putting Poland on the global map through the success of The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077. The gaming industry in Poland is one of the fastest-growing in Europe.

CD Projekt Red integrates AI into game development, using advanced algorithms for non-player character (NPC) behavior and dynamic content generation. Iwiński’s team also explores AI in game testing, speeding up the process of identifying bugs and optimizing gameplay.

Tomasz Domogała – Heavy Industry

Company: TDJ

Tomasz Domogała leads TDJ, a family-owned investment company with interests in mining, construction, and engineering. Domogała is a major player in Poland’s industrial sectors.

His company is exploring AI-driven solutions for industrial manufacturing and mining optimization. Predictive maintenance, AI-enhanced safety protocols, and data analytics are becoming core parts of TDJ’s operations.

Anna Rulkiewicz – Healthcare Management

Company: Lux Med

Anna Rulkiewicz, CEO of Lux Med, leads Poland’s largest private healthcare provider. Lux Med operates over 200 medical facilities and is a significant player in the Polish healthcare system.

Rulkiewicz’s company is at the forefront of adopting AI in healthcare, particularly in diagnostics and patient management. AI technologies help Lux Med streamline administrative processes and enable data-driven decision-making for better patient outcomes.

BD&C – Business Development & Consulting