{"id":14747,"date":"2026-07-19T06:35:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-19T11:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/?p=14747"},"modified":"2026-07-18T09:41:43","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T14:41:43","slug":"panama-business-penta-summit-returns-to-city-of-knowledge-on-august-13","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/events-culture\/panama-business-penta-summit-returns-to-city-of-knowledge-on-august-13\/","title":{"rendered":"Panama Business Penta Summit Returns to City of Knowledge on August 13"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Panama City is preparing for a business gathering that promises to feel less like a traditional conference and more like a curated marketplace of ideas. Organizers of Penta Summit have announced their third edition, scheduled for August 13 and 14, 2026, at the City of Knowledge<\/a>. The event aims to move beyond passive listening and into active, personalized participation for everyone who attends.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year, the summit introduces a dedicated mobile application designed to transform how attendees navigate the two-day experience. The Penta Summit App will allow registered participants to browse community profiles, identify professionals with overlapping interests, and schedule meetings before they ever step into a venue. Users can save preferred sessions, build custom schedules, and check real-time programming updates. The goal is simple: let each person design their own journey rather than follow a one-size-fits-all agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For professionals seeking deeper guidance, the summit will launch a mentorship program. Applicants can request one-on-one time with experienced leaders in Growth, Capital, Operations, and Talent Management. A selection process will match chosen participants with mentors for conversations during the event, followed by follow-up sessions to ensure the advice sticks. This initiative targets people facing specific challenges in their careers or businesses who need practical, tailored insight rather than general advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another new feature, called Needs and Leads, aims to make networking intentional rather than accidental. The program splits into two tracks. The first targets established companies and projects looking for investors, partners, or growth opportunities. Participants can pitch proposals, explore collaborations, and receive feedback to strengthen their business models. The second track focuses on startups and early-stage ventures, including ideas still in development. These founders can showcase their concepts, gather constructive criticism, and potentially find their first investors or strategic allies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n