Conference

Holding structures: a tool for efficient and tax-optimal business

The largest conference in the Czech Republic focused on holding structures, where entrepreneurs, investors and experts share practical know-how on the construction and management of corporate structures. Join us for inspiration, practical advice and networking with people of similar blood type.

Holding structures: a tool for efficient and tax-optimal business

About the Conference

Holding structures have until recently been the domain of big players. Today it is a common tool that every effective business should be able to use. In 2020, we tried to share the knowledge of how large consulting firms published a book Corporate Structures and Transactions. In 2025, we will organize the largest conference in the Czech Republic dedicated to the topic of holdings and structures.

  • Do not expect legal boredom or unnecessary details from us.
  • Don't expect theorising without real-world experience.
  • Don't expect a room packed with advisors and service salespeople.

On May 13, 2025, we have the ambition to put 80 entrepreneurs, investors, startups, founders, CEOs, CFOs in one place, to whom we will give the maximum of our know-how about how corporate structures are built.

We will explain how holdings work theoretically and practically, both from the point of view of law, tax, accounting or even real management of the structure.

In addition to information, we aim to create the most pleasant place for acquaintance with other visitors, people of the same blood type.

What you will learn:

  • Fundamental principles and rules on the functioning of holding structures.
  • The difference between legal optimization, light tax shambles, and hardcore tax cutting.
  • What happens to your business after your death.
  • How much does your business cost and what determines the price in theory and practice.
  • What efficient and inefficient cashflow looks like within the group.
  • How to protect your built assets from your business risks.
  • How to get an investor for your company and how the holding can help you prepare your business for exit.

Program

9:30-10:00 a.m.

Registration

10:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m.

Commencement

10:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

Fundamentals of holding structures

Be smarter than your lawyer. Everything you need to know from the owner's point of view.

10:40 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

What happens to your holding when you die?

Practical advice from a notary regarding the preparation of your holding for intergenerational handover. How not to make mistakes that your loved ones will pay for.

11:25 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

How do you manage 80 companies at once?

Practical aspects of management of holding groups

12:05 - 1:30 p.m.

Lunch break + chat with people of the same blood type

Workshops - Networking sessions

1:30-2 p.m.

Taxes in holding structures

What didn't they tell you at the VSE? How do taxes work in a holding and where does the tax savings occur?

2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Abuse of law

What do they tap you over your fingers for in the structure? (current case law and practice)

2:40 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.

Responsibilities of the Executive

When do you guarantee unlimited liability for a limited liability company?

3:15 - 3:45 p.m.

Coffee break + chat with people of the same blood type

4:25 p.m. - 4:55 p.m.

Valuation of holdings in practice

How much is your business worth?

3:50 p.m. - 4:20 p.m.

Practical holding schemes

3D Chess for adults - concrete schemes of how to screw things

5:00-5:50 p.m.

Panel Discussion

We will discuss the practical experience of the lecturers. What are typical problematic places in the use of holdings and how to avoid them.

6:00-24:00 p.m.

Networking + after party

Talk and get acquainted with other participants of the conference.

Performers

Mgr. Ing. Michal Hanych, LLM

Mgr. Ing. Michal Hanych, LLM

attorney and tax consultant, founder and CEO of Complicated s.r.o., partner of the smpl group

Michal is a tax consultant and attorney who specializes in strategic investments and asset protection over CZK 100 million. He proposes solutions for clients on the boundary between business and law — effective, safe and sustainable. His expertise is also corroborated by the Supreme Administrative Court, which cited his publication on abuse of law.

Mgr. Kirill Juran

Mgr. Kirill Juran

attorney and CEO of the smpl group

Kirill is an attorney and CEO of smpl, which helps entrepreneurs build and protect assets using smart and functional structures. He has experience in billion-dollar transactions, understands venture capital, crypto and taxes, and can explain everything humanly. He sees law as a tool for business -- not as a hindrance to it.

Arnošt Čáp

Arnošt Čáp

Executive Director, JPF

As Director of JPF Czech, Arnošt helps entrepreneurs manage and improve their companies — from analysis to strategy implementation. With his team, he moves companies from “in company” mode to “on company” mode and works sensitively with the settings of their owners. He currently co-directs four dozen companies with a turnover of more than CZK 6.5 billion.

Mgr. Markéta Káninská

Mgr. Markéta Káninská

notary

As a notary, Markéta helps clients with property transfers, inheritance and business continuity in order to avoid disputes and losses. Thanks to previous legal experience in commercial law, he is able to detect risks in time and propose solutions tailored to entrepreneurs and CEOs. It is also dedicated to education and breaks down myths about inheritance and property relations.

Ing. Dominik Výborný

Ing. Dominik Výborný

tax advisor of the smpl group

Dominik at smpl helps companies set up tax structures to make sense and save money. By connecting with the law, it offers solutions that are effective and safe. It monitors changes in legislation and makes recommendations to entrepreneurs before there is a problem.

Ing. František Poborský, Ph.D

Ing. František Poborský, Ph.D

Partner Grant Thornton, Head of Appraisal

František is a partner at Grant Thornton and heads the largest expert office in the Czech Republic — Appraisal. Specializing in business valuation, corporate finance and transactions, she has extensive experience in testimonials for both commercial and judicial purposes. In MBARE, he teaches Valuation Theory and Ethical Behavior.

Mgr. Filip Čapka

Mgr. Filip Čapka

lawyer at smpl_

Filip is a lawyer specialized in commercial law who moves daily in the world of complex transactions and property structures. With a deep understanding of the legal workings of companies, it can quickly identify key links and predict the impact of their changes. It clearly explains legal concepts and risks to executives and business owners and safely accompanies them with their business.

Luděk Blahut

Luděk Blahut

Admission

until 30 Apr 2025

standard

9,800 CZK
(+ DPH)

  • Essential Know How
  • An environment full of entrepreneurs
  • Many years of experience of specialists
  • Underlying materials
  • Great banquet & afterparty
  • Free consultation of your structure at smpl_
from 1 May 2025

Last Minute

12,800 CZK
(+ DPH)

  • Essential Know How
  • An environment full of entrepreneurs
  • Many years of experience of specialists
  • Underlying materials
  • Great banquet & afterparty
  • Free consultation of your structure at smpl_

FAQs

How can I register for the conference?

The registration form can be found at the end of the page. As this is an exclusive event, after your registration we will inform you if the event would meet your needs. If so, you will receive a confirmation, invoice and other information about the event from us.

Where is the conference taking place and how do I get there?

Visionary — The Business Lounge is located at Plynární 1617/10, Holešovice, Prague 7. The easiest way to get there:

  • By car: Arrival is possible directly by car, with parking nearby or in adjacent parking lots.
  • By public transport: The nearest metro stop is Vltava (line C), from where it is only a few minutes walk. Another option is a tram stop Smithy (tram lines 12, 14, 15).
  • On foot: If you are in the city center, Visionary is easily accessible even on foot from several places in the Holešovice area.

How long will the conference last?

The conference will run from 10:00 (entrance as early as 9:30) to 17:40. This will be followed by a networking part and an afterparty.

Will catering be provided?

Refreshments, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and coffee will be provided during the conference. Gluten-free, lactose-free and vegetarian options will also be provided as part of the catering.

I did not receive an email ticket.

A ticket for this event is not needed - admission will be allowed on the basis of the guest list. After confirmation of registration and successful payment, we will enroll you in the guest list, so you only need to identify yourself by name and surname upon arrival.

Can I register on the spot?

It will no longer be possible to register on the site.

Will the conference be streamed?

No, the conference will be held in person only and its recording will not be made available.

What do I do if I can't attend?

After registration, it is possible to transfer the ticket to another person. Notify us of any changes via email info@smpl.cz.

What is the dress code?

There is no dress code for the event.

Registration

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Tereza Rohová
Back Office