On April 2 in Kyiv, Farmak, a leader of the Ukrainian pharmaceutical market, held its second student forum, PRO Future. Around 200 students from chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnological, and engineering specialties, representing various universities and cities across the country, joined the event.
Students gathered to reflect, together with leading experts, on how education is transforming in a rapidly changing world and which technologies will shape the professional future of the next generation of specialists.
The event became a unique platform where experienced professionals openly share practical knowledge, insights, and personal experience, helping students better navigate the realities of today’s market.
The theme of the forum was “Transformation of Education in a Changing World: How Development and Technology Create New Opportunities.”
Natalia Kadia, an expert in organizational transformation and leadership, emphasized that in a world of uncertainty, the key value is not a profession itself, but a way of thinking. Mykhailo Patsan, an entrepreneur and Web3 technology expert, shared a practical perspective on how to turn artificial intelligence tools into an effective assistant. He explained how to learn with the help of technology—from finding solutions to achieving tangible results—and outlined approaches that help professionals remain valuable and maintain their role in the professional environment in the era of AI development.
“This is a very interesting event and a highly relevant topic. What resonated with me the most was the idea of the importance of mindset and choosing a job. Work is a big part of our lives, so it is important to be passionate about what you do and to bring value,” said Daria, a third-year student at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv.
The forum was held in a live dialogue format: students actively asked questions, engaged in discussions, and shared their own thoughts. The authors of the best questions received copies of Farmak’s book “Principles of Resilience. How Farmak Has Been Building a Successful and Sustainable Business for a Century in Times of Increasing Uncertainty.”
“It was very engaging, and I especially liked the discussion format. Time flew by. For me personally, the idea that shame is the most toxic emotion was both new and thought-provoking. It became a profound insight and gave me a basis for further reflection,” said Yevheniia, a fourth-year student at Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute.
The second forum continued the initiative launched earlier by the company and confirmed that such events are attracting growing interest among students.
For Farmak, supporting young talent is an important part of its development strategy. By investing in students today, the company is shaping the future of the industry.
