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ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this ‘Engineered to Outrun’. The company has over 140 years of history and more than 105,000 employees worldwide. ABB’s shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB).
Whether you want to work with world-class scientists on the next disruptive innovation, to write a program that predicts failure on a 300-meter-long ship, or to ensure that your colleagues worldwide can rely on practical solutions in their daily work, ABB is the place to be. In Poland, we have two strategic centers, each focusing on different aspects of IT and each one is a leader in its field:
- Corporate Technology Center (CTC), where for over 30 years we have been providing the foundation for many of ABB’s pioneering technologies. Our developments includes e-mobility, building automation, traction, predictive maintenance and augmented reality solutions that are saving energy, increasing efficiency and enabling sustainable development in different parts of the world.
- Global Business Services Information Systems (BS IS), where we work on the advanced IT solutions that improve the productivity, efficiency and effectiveness of ABB business operations globally. We collaborate and engage closely with end users to fully understand their needs and maximize their satisfaction with ABB products and services.
For more information, visit www.abb.com.
Upcoming events
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Psychological Safety: Regulate Before You Lead
ABB Corporate Research Center, Starowiślna 13A, Kraków, PLWe’ve all heard the buzzword. "Psychological safety" is written into corporate values, discussed in town halls, and expected to magically appear after a single training session or an HR mandate. But if the open-door policies are all in place, why do we still hesitate to speak up? Why do we take on tasks beyond our capacity because "it's rude to say no"? And why do so many leaders feel entirely drained trying to hold it all together?
Because true psychological safety cannot be mandated from a slide deck. It doesn't start in the boardroom - it starts in the body.
In this highly practical, no-nonsense session, we will strip away the corporate jargon and look at the real foundation of human relations. We will move beyond the illusion of perfect organizational conditions and dive into the biological and psychological mechanics of how we actually connect, communicate, and build trust in high-paced environments.Agenda Highlights:
- Lightning Speeches
- Panel discussion
- Networking
1. Ewa Stec | Safety starts in the body - what mindfulness has to do with Psychological Safety at work
What exactly is psychological safety, and why is it the bedrock of every thriving team? It’s not about endless policies, structures, or corporate declarations. It’s the genuine space where we can speak up, make mistakes, and grow. But here’s the catch: creating it doesn't start in the boardroom – it starts in the body.
Stress is perfectly OK. It's a natural, evolutionary mechanism that kept us alive. The problem begins when our reptilian brain gets confused and reacts to a difficult email or a team conflict exactly as our ancestors reacted to a hungry tiger.
In this talk, I'll show you how this primal stress response affects our human relations at work, and why our ability to pause before we react – our emotional regulation – is the true foundation of a safe team culture*.*About Ewa Stec – wellbeing and mindfulness trainer, certified MBSR practitioner and Well-being Performance Manager.
She runs corporate trainings in communication, emotional regulation and stress management, as well as individual sessions for parents navigating the daily overwhelm. She collaborates with Fundacja Nowe Przestrzenie, where psychological safety is one of the key topics. Founder of "Korzenie Uważności" (Roots of Mindfulness).2. Kinga Bazior | The Inner Firewall: How to protect your psychological safety at work and in life.
When we hear about psychological safety, we usually think of HR training, procedures, and tasks for managers. We wait for the organization to create the perfect, sterile conditions for us to work in. But until that happens? We just muddle through in the so-called “comfortable zone of discomfort.” At work, we take on tasks that are beyond our capabilities because “it’s rude to say no,” and in our personal lives, we agree to arrangements that drain our energy, following scripts dictated by what is “expected.”
During this talk, we’ll flip the perspective and move from theory to hard-core practice #nofluff. We’ll look at inner psychological safety—the highest form of personal agency. Because if your sense of stability depends solely on external factors, that’s not safety. That’s vulnerability.
I’ll show you how to take back the wheel and stop being a passenger in your own life. No corporate jargon or beating around the bush.About Kinga Bazior: Restoring Agency & Authentic Leadership| Psychological Safety & Neurodiversity Advocate | Mentor
I transform HR into Human Relations, cutting out corporate jargon in favor of authenticity and agency. As a multipotentialite with 9 years in the STEAM industry, I create solutions that actually serve people, not just spreadsheets. #nofluff
I help teams regain their agency and build psychological safety—because without trust, there are no results. I support neurodivergent brains in working in alignment with themselves and turn empty wellbeing slogans into a living culture of appreciation. As a mentor and trainer, I don’t force you into a mold—I support growth "your way," stepping in with hands-on workshops that move even the toughest topics forward.
Privately: Dog mom, traveler, book devourer and a dedicated foodie.3. Paulina Oleś | Who keeps the keeper? Built for your team. Forgotten for yourself.
You've been told to create a safe environment for your team. Open door. Speak-up culture. Psychological safety. Tick, tick, tick.
But who does that for you?
This talk is for the people who put everyone else first and call it leadership. We'll get to the bottom of what actually builds trust in a team, what your feedback really does to the person sitting in front of you (or across the screen), and why the small daily choices you make matter more than any engagement initiative that ever lived and died on a slide deck.
And somewhere in between - the conversation most leadership talks quietly avoid: your own psychological safety. Cause how can you build a safe space from an unsafe place?
Science you'll remember and stories you'll recognise.
About Paulina Oleś | L&D Manager, Human ROI Advocate, Wellbeing for Leaders Trainer
Paulina is a psychologist, people manager, and trainer who has spent nearly a decade bridging the gap between psychology and corporate reality. With over 8 years in HR leading recruitment and L&D teams, she practices what she preaches, focusing on a servant leadership model where empathy, autonomy, and shared responsibility are at the core of success.
She is a fierce advocate for the Human ROI - the belief that we are the most important part of any system, and that neglecting our agency and resilience is simply the most expensive mistake an organization can make. As a certified Mental Toughness consultant and a Chief Wellbeing Officer, Paulina uses her background to move beyond typical corporate rituals. She focuses on building environments where first-line managers can lead with a human face, high emotional intelligence, and radical common sense.
In her work, Paulina combines her love for brain-friendly experimental learning with a psychologist’s insight into stress management and habits building. She believes that in an era of constant change, our most powerful tool is not a new process, but our own mindset. Whether she is designing wellbeing workshops or speaking on stage, her mission is simple: to stop the cycle of being a "corporate sponge" and start investing in the only asset that truly lasts - our own humanity.Event Details:
Date: June 11th, 2026
Time: 5:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Location: ABB Office, ul. Starowiślna 13a, KrakówPlease RSVP and save the date!
Please share this link with friends and on social media!
Please arrive on time, we have to manage the reception on the ground floorLet's connect and discuss the latest trends and challenges together.
In the meantime, if you would like to receive regular update from our Kraków HUB together with the job spotlights, join our Talent Community
62 attendees
PRIDE - Why Even Bother?
Axis, Przy Rondzie 4, Kraków, PLPRIDE – Why Even Bother? This isn’t just another corporate event about inclusion. It is a direct response to the skepticism surrounding D&I and a bold move to break down corporate isolation. We are building the Cross-Corporate PRIDE Hub – a space where Kraków’s leaders and experts move beyond silos to create a real "Come As You Are" culture. No clichés, no "rainbow washing" — just 3 power-speeches, a raw panel discussion, and action-oriented workshops. Let’s turn synergy into a tangible standard for the LGBTQ+ community in business.
In 2026, do we still need to ask why PRIDE matters in business? Yes. Because only an honest answer allows us to build the authenticity that attracts top talent and fosters true innovation.
We invite you to a meetup that redefines the D&I landscape in Kraków. Instead of operating in isolation, we are championing Synergy Over Silos. Our goal is to lay the foundation for the city's first Cross-Corporate PRIDE Hub – a platform for exchanging best practices and solving the real challenges we face as leaders and professionals.What’s in it for you?
- Raw Perspectives: Experience lightning speech – three speakers, 7 minutes each, addressing the most pressing D&I challenges without the corporate filter.
- Crowdsourced Agenda: Your voice dictates the work. Using Slido, you will help identify the key topics for our deep-dive working groups.
- Strategic Networking: Connect with leaders and experts to ensure Kraków becomes a benchmark for inclusion.
Join us to reinforce the "Come As You Are" culture.
Whether you are just starting your D&I journey or managing a mature ERG, your presence is vital to building a community where everyone truly belongs.OUR SPEAKERS:
- Heidi Robertson | ABB - Special Guest Corporate Head of Global Diversity & Inclusion and Employer Brand
- Michał Knapik | KRUK S.A. – Group Diversity Equality & Inclusion Lead
- Kamil Stwora | Brown Brothers Harriman – Compliance Officer
Event Details:
Date: June 18th, 2026
Time: 5:45 PM - 8:45 PM
Location: ABB Office, ul. Przy Rondzie 4, KrakówPlease RSVP and save the date!
Please share this link with friends and on social media!
Please arrive on time, we have to manage the reception on the ground floorLet's connect and discuss the latest trends and challenges together.
In the meantime, if you would like to receive regular update from our Kraków HUB together with the job spotlights, join our Talent Community
58 attendees
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